Hobart ML-138213 User Manual

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Cle and CleR-sERIEs bloWER-DRYER

The CLe and CLeR series Blower-Dryer unit is designed to assist the drying of 

dishware by drawing room air through a heated plenum into the unloading end of 

the dishwasher. The unit is powered by a 2 HP electric motor and is available with 

three-phase electric service only.

A condensation tight, forced exhaust system to the outside is necessary for removal 

of humid drying air. This exhaust system is to be supplied by the customer. Refer 

to Exhaust Connections for recommended exhaust requirements.

Immediately after unpacking the blower-dryer, check for possible shipping damage. 

If the machine is found to be damaged, save the packaging material and contact 

the carrier within 15 days of delivery.
Prior to installation, verify that the electrical service agrees with the specifications

on the machine data plate, which is located on the rear of the unit. 
After unpacking the blower-dryer, remove the items that were shipped loose (hardware, 

blower motor, legs) from inside the unit. Remove shipping braces and discard.

Installation must be in accordance with state and local codes, or in the absence of 

local codes, with the National Electrical Code ANSI / NFPA 70 (latest edition). In 

Canada, the installation standard is: CSA C22.2 No. 1 (latest edition).

Remove the side panels from the energy recovery hood assembly as shown in Fig. 

1A. The side panels may be discarded; however, do not discard the hardware as 

it will be reused.
Install new chamber flanges to energy recovery hood assembly as shown in Fig.

1A using hardware removed in previous step.
Position the CleR blower dryer template (F-38373, Fig 2A) by aligning the front and 

top edges of the template with the front and top edges of the energy recovery hood 

as shown in Fig. 1A. Mark hole locations and drill necessary holes per template. 

Hole diameters are shown in Fig. 2A.