Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Model 3VH20
Operation
Review and understand the
warnings in the General Safety Infor- mation section. They are needed to safely operate this heater. Follow all local codes when using this heater.
TO START HEATER
1.Follow all installation, ventilation, and safety information.
2.Locate heater on stable and level surface. Make sure strong drafts do not blow on heater.
3.Make sure regulator is set to OFF by turning control knob clockwise.
NOTE: Keep hands and face away from outlet (around top of shell) of heater while attempting to start heater.
7.After ignition, hold automatic control valve button down for approximately 30 seconds. This activates the auto- matic control system.
8.When burner remains lit, set heater at the desired heat level by turning the regulator knob counterclockwise. If burner goes out, turn off gas. Turn regulator knob fully clockwise to OFF. Check fuel supply. If adequate fuel is available, restart heater beginning at Step #1.
Heat Settings
Storage
Disconnect heater from propane
supply tank(s).
1.Do not store heater while attached to propane tank. Remove the gas supply hose from the propane tank by turning the fuel gas connector nut clockwise.
2.Store propane tank(s) in safe manner. Refer to Chapter 5 of Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquified Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58. Follow all local codes. Always store propane tanks outdoors. Never store propane tank in an enclosed area.
4.Open propane supply valve on propane tank(s) slowly.
5.Turn regulator knob counterclockwise to “HI”.
6.Push in and hold automatic control valve button (See Figure 5). Press and release piezo ignitor button (See Figure 5). Keep pressing piezo ignitor button until the burner lights. Hold control knob down for a maximim of 10 seconds while attempting ignition. If heater does not ignite, release control knob and wait 3 minutes before attempting reignition.
Piezo
Ignitor
Automatic Control
Valve Button
Figure 5 - Automatic Control Valve Button and Piezo Ignitor Button Locations
Figure 6 - Heater Regulator
TO STOP HEATER
1.Tightly close propane supply valve by turning clockwise. Allow heater to burn remaining fuel in the hose.
2.Turn regulator knob to the OFF position. Wait 20 minutes for the heater to cool before handling heater.
3.Always remove the gas supply hose from the heater and the propane tank after each use.
TO RESTART HEATER
1.Wait five minutes after stopping heater.
2.Restart heater by following steps under To Start Heater.
3.Place plastic cover caps over brass fittings on inlet connector and hose/ regulator assembly.
4.Store in a dry, clean, and safe place.
Maintenance
Never attempt to service heater
while it is connected to propane supply, operating, or hot. Severe burns can occur.
1.Keep heater clean.
2.Inspect heater before each use. Check connections for leaks. Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to connections.
Bubbles forming show a leak that must be corrected. Correct all leaks at once.
3.Inspect hose/regulator assembly before each use. If hose is highly worn or cut, replace.
4.Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person.
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