The NewAir G73 appears to be a Dayton G73 "clone" as has been noted here. Looking at the owner's manuals, there is no wiring diagram in the NewAir version, while the Dayton version (which is much higher quality all through) shows the heater can be wired for several different BTU output/current consumption configurations. For those of you with the NewAir versions, do you know if it can be wired like the Dayton? Did it come with a wiring diagram supplemental to the owner's manual? Many thanks.
Question about NewAir g73 wiring
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Greatbear
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No, it's fixed at one heat output level. I have one, and didn't need to lower the output for my needs. If you have limited electric supply, I can see the need, though.
Exactly what I needed to know, thanks! I have plenty of power, I'm concerned about using too much of it to heat my little 19 X 19. With the Dayton I can start at the lowest setting and work up, I like the flexibility. Now I have to decide if it's worth the extra cost. Are you pleased with yours in general?
mrbreezeet1
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This is said to be the same as the Dayton
http://www.farmandfleet.com/catalog/product.aspx?i=194376&h=050406001#.TsenxXLC7RR
http://www.farmandfleet.com/catalog/product.aspx?i=194376&h=050406001#.TsenxXLC7RR
From comments here I looked up the Fahrenheat which is indeed made by Marley, and it looks very much like the Dayton. And like the Dayton it has adjustable heat output. And a well-printed instruction/installation manual. Generally better pricing, too, so it is probably what I'll go with. One note, about the only downside to the adjustable heat feature is each heat level requires a different breaker size.
mrbreezeet1
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I don't see a disadvantage of just running at the 5000 watt setting and bringing the room up to temp, and then just choosing a lower thermostat setting.
Maybe I am missing something though.
Maybe I am missing something though.
Or maybe it was me that missed something...
I think I may have been overthinking here. The only difference I can see is cycle time, might be reduced with a lower setting? In any case, I'll start simple and see what happens.Greatbear
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I'm happy with the unit. It has a thermostat built in (the knob is on the rear of the unit instead of the front like the Dayton/Fahrenheat), I find a happy setting and the thing keeps the room nice and comfy. When running it draws about 21 amps, which is not a big deal in my case.
jvitez
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The only negative of having a larger electric heater than required is potential heat stratification, therefore less effeciency and comfort. Having the fan on longer circulates the room air more thoroughly, therefore the heat stays down low, you feel more comfortable, and are less likely to turn up the thermostat to compensate.
This is only sigificant if the heater is wildly oversized. If you're heating a space with 16 fit ceilings the point is also moot, as you'll need ceiling fans anyway. For actual heater efficiency, there is minimal issues with an oversized heater. Fuel burning heaters are another thing entirely though.
This is only sigificant if the heater is wildly oversized. If you're heating a space with 16 fit ceilings the point is also moot, as you'll need ceiling fans anyway. For actual heater efficiency, there is minimal issues with an oversized heater. Fuel burning heaters are another thing entirely though.