Dayton 3VG81 - Manual
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Table of Contents:
- Page 2 – Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual; General Safety Information; : Make certain you read and; Figure 2 - Product Identification; Product Identification; Handle
- Page 4 – Fuel; Theory of Operation; THE FUEL SYSTEM; Figure 3 - Cross Section Operational View; Propane Supply; Number of; Use larger tank; Installation; Tighten firmly using a wrench.
- Page 5 – Hose; Ventilation; TO START HEATER
- Page 6 – Storage; Standard for Storage; Maintenance; Figure 6 - Upper Shell Removal; UPPER SHELL REMOVAL; Figure 8 - Fan Cross Section; FAN
- Page 7 – IGNITOR; Wiring Diagrams; Figure 9 - Electrical Ladder Diagram; Hose and Regulator Assembly; Accessories; Electrical Ladder Diagram
- Page 8 – Figure 9 - Repair Parts Illustration; Note: Screws are standard hardware items; NOTE: Screws are standard hardware items
- Page 9 – Repair Parts List; Reference
- Page 10 – LIMITED WARRANTY
Operating Instructions & Parts Manual
3VG81
Dayton Propane
Construction Heater
®
Form 5S3928
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 3VG81 is a 150,000 Btu/Hr propane construction heater with built-in
thermostat. This heater uses propane gas for combustion. It is primarily intended for
temporary heating of buildings under construction, alteration, or repair. This heater
should only be used indoors but never in occupied dwellings.
Products of combustion
are vented into the area being heated.
Figure 1 – Model 3VG81
Fire, burn,
inhala-
tion, and explosion haz-
ard. Keep solid combus-
tibles such as building
materials, paper or card-
board, a safe distance
away from the heater as
recommended by the
instructions. Never use
the heater in spaces
which do or may contain
volatile or airborne com-
bustibles, or products
such as gasoline, sol-
vents, paint thinner, dust
particles, or unknown
chemicals.
The heater is designed for use as a construc-
tion heater under ANSI Z83.7/CSA 2.14. The
primary purpose of construction heaters is
to provide temporary heating of buildings
under construction, alteration or repair, and
to provide temporary emergency heat.
Properly used, the heater provides safe
economical heating. Products of combustion
are vented into the area being heated.
We cannot foresee every use which may be
made of our heaters.
Check with your local
fire safety authority if you have questions
about heater use.
Other standards govern the use of fuel gases
and heat producing products for specific
uses. Your local authorities can advise you
about these.
Failure to comply with
the precautions and in-
structions 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.
Only persons who can
understand and follow
instructions should use or
service this heater.
If you need assistance or
heater information such
as an instructions
manual, labels, etc. con-
tact the manufacturer.
Not for
home or
recreational vehicle use.
GENERAL HAZARD
WARNING
Unpacking
1. Remove all packing items applied to
heater for shipment. Keep plastic cover
caps (attached to inlet connector and
hose/regulator assembly) for storage.
2. Check all items for shipping damage. If
heater is damaged, promptly inform
dealer where you bought heater.
Printed in U.S.A.
03430
1002/213/VCPVP
®
Version B - For Reduction
G016.J
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Summary
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 3VG81 2 Dayton PropaneConstruction Heater ® General Safety Information IMPORTANT : Make certain you read and understand all warnings. Keep theseinstructions for reference. They are yourguide to safe and proper operation of thisheater. Safety information...
Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 3VG81 4 Dayton PropaneConstruction Heater ® Air For Combustion And Heating Fuel CombustionChamber DSI Ignitor CleanHeatedAir Out(Front) Fan SolenoidValve Nozzle Motor On/Off Switch Theory of Operation THE FUEL SYSTEM The hose/regulator assembly attaches...
Version B - For Reduction G016.J ® Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 5 Model 3VG81 Installation (Continued) Hose PropaneTank Hose POLFitting SupplyValve Inlet Connector Regulator Vent(pointingdown) Figure 4 - Regulator With Vent PointingDown IMPORTANT: Extra hose or piping may be used i...
