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Hatco  |  Hydro-Heater  |  SKU: FR2-4B

Hatco FR2-4B Hydro-Heater Steam Tables & Food Wells

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Description

Hatco Hydro-Heater FR2-4B Food Rethermalizer / Bain-Marie Heater

4 kW Balanced 3-Phase • Stainless Front & Powder-Coated Body • Made in USA

Get precise, dependable hot-water performance for your drop-in wells, steam tables and rethermalizing stations. Hatco’s patented Hydro-Heater FR2-4B uses free-flow technology to rapidly heat water and hold foods at safe-serving temperatures between 140 °F and 190 °F (60 – 88 °C) all day long.

Top Reasons Operators Choose the Hydro-Heater

  • 4 kW balanced 3-phase power—ideal for wells up to 6 ft (1.8 m) long.
  • Electronic temperature controller with bright digital display for quick, accurate set-point adjustment.
  • Tubular stainless chamber with an external spiral heating element—no element contact with water for easier cleaning and longer life.
  • Built-in low-water cut-off plus convenient drain outlet and clean-out caps for worry-free operation.
  • Durable stainless front panel and antimicrobial powder-coated body resist corrosion and bacterial growth.
  • 24/7 parts & service support (US & Canada) backed by Hatco’s legendary reliability.

Perfect For

  • Restaurants & cafeterias
  • Supermarket hot bars & deli cases
  • C-stores & concession stands
  • Catering and banquet service lines

Specifications

Model FR2-4B Hydro-Heater
Power Output 4 kW (balanced)
Voltage / Phase 208 V or 240 V, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz
Current Draw 11.2 A @ 208 V  •  9.6 A @ 240 V
Temperature Range 140 – 190 °F (60 – 88 °C)
Dimensions (W × D × H) 7.75″ × 17.06″ × 12.36″ (197 × 433 × 314 mm)
Shipping Weight 34 lb (15 kg)
Plumbing ¾″ hose drain connection; ½″ & ¾″ conduit knock-outs
Construction Stainless steel front; black hammertone powder-coated body
Certifications cULus Listed • UL EPH Classified (ANSI/NSF 4 construction)
Warranty 24/7 parts & service assistance (US & Canada)

Factory-Installed Options

  • All-stainless body & base
  • Auto-fill solenoid
  • Remote-mounted control panel
  • Security package (Torx® screws & control cover)

Accessories

  • Flush Kit (flush hose, cleaning brush, stopper & adapter)
Installation Note: Unit must be mounted beneath a perforated water baffle and sized to the vessel’s top surface (≥ 750 W/ft² for bain-marie holding or ≥ 2,000 W/ft² for rethermalizing). Follow the Hatco installation manual for fabrication details.

Incoming water harder than 3.0 GPG (0.75 G / L) must be softened. Damage caused by lime or sediment build-up is not covered under warranty.

Features & Specs

Manufacturer

Hatco

Brand_name

Hydro-Heater

Certifications

cULus, UL EPH Classified, Made in USA

Height

12.38in

Width

7.75in

Depth

17.13in

Shipping Weight

34.0lbs

Specifications

Hydro-Heater Food Rethermalizer/Bain Marie Heater, electric, stainless steel front, powder coated body, low water cut-off, electronic temperature monitor, 4 kW (balanced), cULus, UL EPH Classified, Made in USA