A properly maintained and not overloaded tumbler dryer will dry a load of laundry in approximately 20 minutes. If drying is not completed within this period, you should look for the following conditions or troubles:

- Has the water from the laundry been properly extracted?

- Is the tumbler overloaded?

- Are the lint screens clean?

- Is there enough steam pressure?

- Is the tumbler rotating in the right direction?

Figure 7-1.A front view of a typical shipboard laundry dryer.

Figure 7-2.A rear view of a typical shipboard laundry dryer.

Figures 7-1 and 7-2 illustrate a typical shipboard laundry dryer. You should pay particular attention to the location of the parts.

Troubleshooting

Tables 7-1 and 7-2 list some common troubles, causes, and remedies on shipboard laundry dryers. These tables do not replace any procedures on your shipboard dryer manuals, nor do they replace the procedures specified by the equipments PMS.

Repairs or Overhauls

You should lubricate all dryer bearings at regular intervals according to the manufacturers technical manual. Advise the division responsible for the equipment to submit the request for repairs and parts replacements on Ships Maintenance Action Form, OPNAV 4790/2K. This procedure will help you determine parts that are failing and provide you with documentation of repairs. You should follow the applicable MRCs for maintenance.