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f.Dirty steam coil ...

1)Fins clogged with lint.

g.Steam damper system not functioning properly...

1)Damper is sticking closed.

2)Leak in pneumatic (air) system.

9.Extractors (washers) not performing properly.

10.Failed microprocessor (computer controlled models Only)...temperature calibration is inaccurate.

11.Failed microprocessor temperature sensor (computer controlled models Only) ...calibration is inaccurate.

12.Exceptionally cold/humid or low barometric pressure atmosphere.

13.Microprocessor temperature sensor (computer controlled models Only) is covered with lint.

NOTE: Lint accumulation on the sensor bracket can act as an insulator which will affect the accuracy of theAutomatic Drying Cycle.

X.Main burners are burning with a yellow flame (for Gas Models ONLY)...

1.Poor air/gas mixture (too much gas or not enough air) at burner ...

a.Not enough make-up air.

b.Restriction in exhaust.

c.Gas pressure too high.

d.Impellor (blower/fan) "squirrel cage" rotating in the wrong direction.

e.Burner orifice size (D.M.S.) too large for application (i.e., high elevation).

Y.Condensation on main door glass...

1.Too long, undersized, or improperly installed duct work.

2.Dryer connected to common exhaust duct with another dryer, and no back draft damper was installed in customer-furnished duct work.

3.Customer-furnished back draft damper in duct work is sticking in partially closed position.

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American Dryer Corp MD-170 manual Condensation on main door glass