American Dryer Corp D-78 installation manual Dryer Enclosure Requirements

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C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS

Bulkheads and partitions must be made of noncombustible materials and must be located a minimum of 12-inches (30.48 cm), 18-inches (45.72 cm) or more is recommended for ease of installation, maintenance, and service above the dryer outer top, except along the front of the dryer which may be partially closed in if desired. The clearance between the bulkhead header and the dryer must be a minimum of 4-inches (10.16 cm) and must not extend more than 4-inches (10.16 cm) to the rear of the front. The bulkhead facing must not be closed in ALL the way to the top of the dryer. A 1-inch (2.54 cm) clearance is required.

NOTE: Allowances must be made for opening the control door.

Dryers may be positioned sidewall to sidewall. However, a 1/16” (1.5875 mm) minimum allowance must be made for the opening and closing of the control door and the lint door. It is suggested that the dryer be positioned about 2 feet (0.61 meters) away from the nearest obstruction for ease of installation, maintenance, and service (to be measured from the back guard). Refer to the illustration above for details.

NOTE: Air considerations are important for proper and efficient operation.

IMPORTANT: Even though a minimum of only 12-inches (30.48 cm) is required behind the dryer, 18-inches (45.72 cm) or more is suggested (especially when vertical venting is used). The additional clearance is advantageous for ease of installation and service.

IMPORTANT: When fire sprinkler systems are located above the dryers, a minimum of 18-inches (45.72 cm) above the dryer console (module) is required. Dryers may be positioned sidewall to sidewall, however, a 1/16” (1.5875 mm) minimum allowance is required between dryers (or wall) for ease of installation and maintenance. Allowances must be made for the opening and closing of the control door and the lint door.

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