Operating instructions
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.
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GHP Group, Inc.
8280 Austin Avenue 
Morton Grove, IL 60053
CSA 2.14b-2009, ANS Z83.7b-2009 Construction Heater
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