Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 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.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Dayton Propane Gas Convection Construction Heater ® General Safety Information Make certain you read and understand all warnings. Keep these instructions for reference. They are your guide to safe and proper operation of this heater. Safety information appears throughout these instructions. Pay close attention to them. Below are definitions for the safety information listed throughout this manual.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Models 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 General Safety Information (Continued) 4. 25,000 Btu/Hr Models: For indoor and outdoor use. 80-200,000 Btu/Hr Models: For indoor use only. Do not use heater outdoors. 5. Keep heater away from strong drafts, wind, water spray, rain or dripping water. 6. Do not use heater in occupied dwellings, sleeping quarters, campers, tents, or any type of unvented or enclosed area. 7. Do not use heater in a basement or below ground level.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Dayton Propane Gas Convection Construction Heater ® Product Identification Ventilation Top Shell Piezo Ignitor Button Base Hose/Regulator/ Fuel Gas Connector Assembly Automatic Control Valve Gas Inlet Connector Button Figure 3 - 25,000 Btu/Hr Model (6BY71) Outer Shell Provide at least a 3 ft2 (0.28 m2) opening of fresh, outside air for each 100,000 Btu/Hr of rating while running heater.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Models 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Propane Supply (Continued) 25/80,000 Btu/Hr Models: This heater is designed to operate with a minimum 20 lb. (9 kg) tank. You may need two or more tanks or one larger tank in colder weather. Use a 100 lb. (45 kg) tank for longer operation or in very cold weather. Less gas is vaporized at lower temperatures. Your local propane gas dealer will help you select the proper supply system.
BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Dayton Propane Gas Convection Construction Heater ® Installation Review and understand the warnings in the General Safety Information section, page 2. They are needed to safely operate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater. Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installation or servicing. Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Models 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Installation (Continued) 3. Connect hose to inlet connector (See Figure 7). Tighten firmly using a wrench. 4. Open propane supply valve on propane tank(s) slowly. Note: If not opened slowly, excess-flow check valve on propane tank may stop gas flow. If this happens, you may hear a click inside the regulator assembly, this is the check valve closing.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Dayton Propane Gas Convection Construction Heater ® Operating Instructions Review and understand the warnings in the General Safety Information section on page 2. They are needed to safely operate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater. (6BY71) 25,000 Btu heater To Start Heater 1. Follow all installation, ventilation, and safety information. 2. Locate heater on stable and level surface.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Models 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Operating Instructions (Continued) 8. When burner remains lit, set heater at the desired heat level by slightly depressing the control knob and turning it counterclockwise to the MED or HI settings (See Figure 10, page 8). 9. If burner goes out, turn off gas. Slightly depress and turn control knob fully clockwise to OFF. Check fuel supply. If adequate fuel is available, restart heater beginning at step 1.
6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Dayton Propane Gas Convection Construction Heater ® Operating Instructions Inspecting Burner (Continued) 5. If pilot goes out, wait 5 minutes and repeat the lighting procedure. 6. When the pilot remains lit, open the ball valve (turn knob counterclockwise) to light main burner. Partially close valve to regulate heat output. TO STOP HEATER 1. Securely close valve on the propane cylinder. 2.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Models 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Storage Disconnect heater from propane supply tank(s). For 80/200,000 Btu/Hr models, be careful not to locate fingers in groves on side of heater, in vent holes or on bottom of shell when collapsing shell to the down position. Severe cuts may occur. Always wear hand protection when grasping bare metal. 1. The heater should be inspected before each use and at least annually by a qualified person. 2.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 For RepairPropane Parts, call 1-800-323-0620 Dayton Gas Convection 24 hours a day - 365 days a year parts correspondence to: Please provide following information: Construction HeaterAddress Grainger Parts - Model number ® - Serial number (if any) - Part description and number as shown in parts list P.O. Box 3074 1657 Shermer Road Northbrook, IL 60065-3074 U.S.A.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Model Models 6BY71 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Repair Parts List Ref. No. Description Part Number Qty.
6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual For RepairPropane Parts, call 1-800-323-0620 Dayton Gas Convection 24 hours a day - 365 days a year Please provide following information: Construction Heater - Model number ® - Serial number (if any) - Part description and number as shown in parts list Address parts correspondence to: Grainger Parts P.O. Box 3074 1657 Shermer Road Northbrook, IL 60065-3074 U.S.A.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Models 6BY73 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Model Repair Parts List Ref. No. Description Part Number Qty.
6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual For RepairPropane Parts, call 1-800-323-0620 Dayton Gas Convection 24 hours a day - 365 days a year Please provide following information: Construction Heater - Model number ® - Serial number (if any) - Part description and number as shown in parts list Address parts correspondence to: Grainger Parts P.O. Box 3074 1657 Shermer Road Northbrook, IL 60065-3074 U.S.A.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Models 6BY74 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Model Repair Parts List Ref. No. Description Part Number Qty.
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Dayton Propane Gas Convection Construction Heater ® Troubleshooting Chart Never attempt to service heater while it is connected to propane supply, operating or hot. Severe burns can occur. Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Burner fails to light 1. Propane supply valve closed on propane tank(s) 2. Excess flow check valve closed 1. Open propane supply valve slowly 2.
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Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 6BY71, 6BY73 and 6BY74 Dayton Propane Gas Convection Construction Heater ® LIMITED WARRANTY Dayton One-Year Limited Warranty. Dayton Propane Gas Convection Construction Heater, Models covered in this manual, are warranted by Dayton Electric Mfg. Co. (Dayton) to the original user against defects in workmanship or materials under normal use for one year after date of purchase.
