Dayton 3VG78 instruction manual Specifications, Product Identification, General Safety Information

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Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

3VG78

Dayton® Natural Gas

Construction Heater

Specifications

Output Rating

150,000 Btu/Hr

Fuel

Natural Gas

Fuel Consumption

146 Cubic Ft/Hr (Vapor Only)

Hot Air Output (CFM Approx)

550

Motor

3,430 RPM

Electric Input

120V/60H, 1/8 HP

Amperage

2.2

Internal Regulator Output Pressure ....

4" WC (Factory Preset)

Maximum Supply Pressure to Heater ..

1/2 psi

Minimum Supply Pressure to Heater ..

5" WC

Gas Inlet Connection

1/2" SAE Flare

Ignition

Direct spark, interrupted type

Net Weight

24 Lb

Shipping Weight

35 Lb

Ignitor Gap (Inches)

Minimum: 0.13" Maximum: 0.15"

Temperature Control

Built-In Thermostat

Dimensions

361/4"L x141/2"W x 20"H

Product Identification

 

Hot Air Outlet

Upper Shell

(Front)

 

 

Handle

Fan Guard

Lower Shell

Power Cord

Thermostat

Knob

On/Off Switch

Figure 2 - Product Identification

1/2" Inlet Connector

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.

Under this heading, installation, operating

and maintenance procedures or practices will be found that, if not carefully followed, WILL result in IMMEDIATE serious personal injury or death.

Under this heading, installation, operat-

ing, and maintenance procedures or practices will be found that, if not carefully followed, MAY result in severe personal injury or death.

Under this heading, installation, operat-

ing, and maintenance procedures or practices will be found that, if not carefully followed, MAY result in minor personal injury, product or property damage.

IMPORTANT: Not every possible circum- stance that might involve a hazard can be anticipated. The warnings in this manual and on tags or decals affixed to the unit are therefore not all-inclusive. If a procedure, work method, or operating technique not specifi- cally recommended by Dayton is used, you must make sure it is safe for you and others. You should also ensure that equipment will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operating or maintenance method you choose.

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3VG78 specifications

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