Southbend (Middleby) HDO-48SU Hot Plates
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Southbend (Middleby) HDO-48SU Hot Plates
Description
Southbend HDO-48SU 48" Gas Countertop Hotplate
4 Standard + 4 Step-Up Open Burners • 264,000 BTU Total OutputPack maximum firepower into minimum cook-line real-estate. The Southbend HDO-48SU delivers the production capacity of a full-size range in a 48 inch countertop footprint, pairing four 33,000 BTU front burners with four step-up rear burners for easy, multi-zone cooking. Heavy-duty cast-iron components, all-stainless exterior panels and simple manual Hi/Low valves make this hotplate a true workhorse for demanding commercial kitchens.
Why You’ll Love It
- Eight high-performance burners – 33,000 BTU NAT each (24,000 BTU LP) with individual standing pilots.
- Step-up design – rear burners sit higher for improved visibility and easy pan access.
- Removable 12" flush-top cast-iron grates – move pots anywhere on the surface or lift out for cleaning.
- Full-width stainless crumb tray – keeps the cook-line tidy and slides out in seconds.
- All-stainless front & sides + 4" adjustable legs – built to survive the toughest shifts and simplify sanitation.
- Simple manual controls – dependable Hi/Low gas valves with no electronics to fail.
- CSA & NSF approved – ready for code-compliant installation anywhere in North America.
Technical Specifications
| Model | HDO-48SU |
|---|---|
| Cooking Surface | 48" W (nominal) with eight 12" x 12" cast-iron grates |
| Total BTU/hr | 264,000 BTU (Natural) / 192,000 BTU (Propane) |
| Individual Burner Output | 33,000 BTU NAT / 24,000 BTU LP |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 49" x 31" x 15" (1245 x 788 x 381 mm) |
| Gas Connection | 3/4" NPT rear, pressure regulator included |
| Controls | Manual Hi/Low valves, standing pilots (1 per burner) |
| Construction | Stainless steel front & sides; aluminized rear/bottom |
| Legs | 4" stainless steel, adjustable |
| Certifications | CSA, NSF |
| Warranty | 1-year parts & labor (commercial use) |
Popular Options & Accessories (sold separately)
- Stainless steel equipment stand (with or without casters)
- High-performance wok ring
- 2" insulated base for mounting on a refrigerated base
- Battery spark ignition kit
Install under a properly sized, code-compliant ventilation hood and connect to a regulated 7" W.C. (NAT) or 11" W.C. (LP) gas supply. Maintain 10" side and 6" rear clearance from combustible surfaces.
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Oversized cookware (12" Ø or larger) should be used on the rear burners only to prevent excess heat on the front rail & controls.
