- Condition: The dryer has detected the unload “Carousel” has stopped rotating.
- Alarm Action Taken: MINOR ALARM
- Component: Micro switch w/roller head.
- Location: Mounted in a vertical spacer panel in-between two removable access covers for the unload carousel. Usually accessible from the ground level entry ladder into the inside lower chamber of the dryer.
Tech tip: (115 vac circuit)
The metering sensor switch is activated by brackets that are mounted on the unloading carousel, hitting the roller head as they rotate by.
Tools Required for Service:
- Voltage/continuity meter
- #2 Philips screwdriver (wiring terminals inside)
- Small standard blade screwdriver (to open cover)
- Channel Locks (if replacing switch)
- 6’ step ladder
Potential Causes of this Alarm Condition:
- Drive sprocket on gearbox has disengaged from chain on carousel
- “Lovejoy” coupler between drive motor and gearbox has separated
- Keys inside “Lovejoy” coupler for motor or gearbox have sheared
- Roller head on microswitch has stuck open
- Microswitch has become loose
- Missing or loose trip brackets on carousel
- Loose connection or faulty contacts in switch