Operating instructions

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Form 5S6059

Printed in China

09663

0510/222/VCPVP

GGS #119

2012-05-31

Dayton

Propane

Construction Heater

Operating Instructions & Parts Manual 3VE59C

Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and

others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage! Retain instructions for

future reference.

Description

Dayton Model 3VE59C heaters are 300,000 BTU/Hr construction heaters. This heater

uses propane gas for combustion, and electricity to run the fan. It is primarily

intended for temporary heating of well-ventilated buildings under construction,

alteration or repair. This heater should be utilized in sheltered, well-ventilated

areas, but never in occupied dwellings.

Speciﬁcations

Figure 1 – Model 3VE59C

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Output Rating Maximum Fuel Regulator

Model BTU/Hr Fuel Consumption Ignition Outlet Pressure

3VE59C 300,000 Propane Vapor Only 13.9 Lbs/Hr Direct spark, interrupted 7-10 PSIG

Hot Air Output Minimum Supply Maximum Supply Size Weight

Model Approx. (CFM) Motor Pressure to Regulator Pressure to Regulator L x W x H (Inches) (pounds)

3VE59C 1800 0.085 HP 25 PSIG (for purposes Max. Bottle Pressure 33.7 x 12.6 x 18.5 33.9 (Heater)

1,720 RPM of input adjustment) 42 (Shipping)

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model Electrical Input Amperage

3VE59C 120 V, 60 Hz 0.65

Table of Contents Page

Description .......................1

Speciﬁcations......................1

Unpacking ........................1

General Safety Information ........1-3

Theory of Operation................3

Installation......................3-4

Ventilation........................4

Operation ......................4-5

Maintenance ....................5-6

Storage ..........................6

Wiring Diagram....................6

Repair Parts Illustration

and Parts List ....................8-9

Troubleshooting Chart ............ 10

Warranty ....................... 10

Unpacking

1. Unpack all materials used to protect

the heater inside of carton. Retain

plastic caps attached to exposed

ﬁtting for use during storage.

2. Remove heater, accessories and all

hardware from carton.

3. Inspect all items for damage that

may have occurred during shipment.

General Safety Information

Be sure to read and understand

all cautions and warnings, before

operating this heater. Keep this

instruction manual for future reference,

and use it as a guide to safe and proper

operation of the heater.

Various precautions appear throughout

this manual. Please review and pay close

attention to them. Below is an explana-

tion of the various levels of caution

required while operating this heater.

Indicates an im minen-

tly hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, WILL

result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a poten tially

hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, COULD result in

death or serious injury.

Indicates a poten tially

hazardous situa tion

which, if not avoided, MAY result in

minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT: Every possible situation

that may involve a hazard cannot

be anticipated. The warnings in this

manual, and on the heater itself can-

not be all inclusive. If an operating

technique or procedure that is not

speciﬁcally recommended by Dayton

is used, you must assure that it will be

safe for you and anyone else within

the heated space. You must be sure

that the heater will not be damaged

or made unsafe by your handling of

the maintenance or operation of

the heater.

Consumer: Retain this manual for

future reference.

—

GHP Group, Inc.

8280 Austin Avenue

Morton Grove, IL 60053

CSA 2.14b-2009, ANS Z83.7b-2009 Construction Heater

C US

Summary of content (10 pages)

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3VE59C Operating Instructions & Parts Manual Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage! Retain instructions for future reference.
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3VE59C Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Dayton Propane Construction Heater ® E N G L I S H General Safety Information (Continued) General Hazard Warning: Failure to comply with the precautions and instructions provided with this heater can result in death, serious bodily injury, and property loss, or damage from hazards of fire, explosion, burn, asphyxiation, carbon monoxide poisoning, and/or electrical shock.
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Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Model 3VE59C General Safety Information (Continued) Minimum heater clearances from combustibles: Outlet: 8 Ft. Sides: 2 Ft. Top: 6 Ft. Rear: 2 Ft. - Locate heater on stable and level surface if heater is hot or running. - Keep children and animals away from heater. - Turn off propane supply and unplug heater when not in use. - When used with optional thermostat, heater may start anytime. - Never block air inlet (rear) or air outlet (front) of heater.
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3VE59C Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Dayton Propane Construction Heater ® E N G L I S H Installation Operation Review and under stand all of the warnings in the Safety Information Section on pages 1–3. They are required to operate this heater safely. Follow all local and state codes when operating this heater. After installing all gas piping, and making the proper connections, be sure to check for leaks. Apply a 50/50 mixture of dish soap and water to all connections.
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Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Model 3VE59C Operation (Continued) Maintenance FAN Do not adjust the regulator above 10 PSIG or below 7 PSIG, or the heater may not operate properly. Do not attempt to service the heater while it is hot, operating or plugged in. Severe burns or electrical shock can occur. IMPORTANT: Always remove the fan from the motor shaft before removing the motor assembly from the heater. This will help prevent damage to the fan. 7.
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3VE59C Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Dayton Propane Construction Heater ® Maintenance (Continued) IGNITOR The only maintenance necessary for the ignitor is to be sure that the gap between the electrodes is kept between .10” and .15”. The ignitor is accessible through the combustion chamber. Fan Setscrew Storage Motor Shaft Always disconnect the heater from the propane tanks when not in use. Hub 1.
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3VE59C Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Notes E N G L I S H For Technical Support or Troubleshooting, Call: 1-800-323-0620 7
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3VE59C Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual For Repair Parts, call 1-800-323-0620 24 hours a day – 365 days a year Please provide following information: -Model number -Serial number (if any) -Part description and number as shown in parts list E N G L I S H 1 3 5 6 7 8 12 13 14 18 17 15 19 16 26 9 10 4 20 22 11 28 53 56 57 55 27 31 29 32 30 51 54 58 25 21 2 52 50 23 24 33 35 49 42 47 36 38 48 43 46 41 39 40 37 45 Figure 9 – Repair Parts Illustration for Pro
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Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Model 3VE59C Repair Parts List for Propane Construction Heater Ref. Part No. Description No.
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3VE59C Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Dayton Propane Construction Heater ® Troubleshooting Chart E N G L I S H Symptom Possible Cause(s) Fan does not turn when electrical connection is made 1. No electric power to heater Corrective Action 1. Check current to electric outlet. If voltage is correct, check power cord and extension cord for cuts and breaks 2. Fan blade contacts inside of heater 2. Be sure that housing is not damaged.