Description
A 36" Southbend countertop hotplate with 6 non-clog burners and a raised rear row, for extra burner capacity on the line.
The Southbend HDO-36SU is a 36" countertop hotplate with 6 open burners for restaurants that need extra burners next to a griddle or charbroiler and for catering kitchens. Each cast iron non-clogging burner is rated 33,000 BTU on natural gas (24,000 on propane), for 198,000 BTU in total, and has its own Hi/Low valve. The rear burners sit 4" higher than the front row. It needs one 3/4" gas line and no electricity: a standing pilot serves each burner.
Will it fit · Will it hook up
- Outside size
- 36.75" W × 31.25" D × 15" H at the raised rear (spec sheet drawing), 4" legs
- Crate
- 55" W × 39" D, 253 lbs crated
- Gas
- One 3/4" NPT at the rear with the included regulator; minimum 7" W.C. natural gas or 11" W.C. propane
- Heat input
- 198,000 BTU natural gas or 144,000 BTU propane (6 burners)
- Power
- None; standing pilots
- Clearances
- 10" sides and 7" rear from combustible construction, 0" from noncombustible; install under a vented hood
Dimensions are from Southbend's HDO spec sheet (Form HDO Rev 11, October 2021); Southbend's 2026 price list gives 33.75" overall depth. Measure the counter or stand before ordering.
Non-clog burners
Cast iron non-clogging burners, 33,000 BTU each on natural gas, with at least 12" between burner centers.
Hi/Low control
Every burner has its own Hi/Low valve for independent control of the flame.
Step-up rear row
The back row of burners is raised 4" above the front row, Southbend's step-up layout.
Flush cast grates
12" cast flush top grates slide pans across the top, and a one-piece full-width crumb tray pulls out for cleaning.
Counter or stand
Runs on 4" legs on a counter; Southbend offers a stainless stand, casters, a wok ring and an insulator base for refrigerated bases.
Made in the USA
Built by Southbend in Fuquay-Varina, NC, CSA design certified and NSF, with a 1-year parts and labor warranty.
Delivery and setup
- Ships by freight carrier. See our shipping policy for delivery details, and call us for the current lead time.
- Tell us natural gas or propane when you order; the gas type is set at the factory and shown on the serial plate.
- Screw the 4 legs into the bottom corners and level the unit before connecting gas.
- The pressure regulator ships with the hotplate; your gas installer fits it at the 3/4" inlet and vents it to code.
- Inspect the shipment before signing for it and note any damage on the bill. Report concealed damage to the carrier within 15 days.
Questions buyers ask
Natural gas or propane?
Either. Each burner is rated 33,000 BTU on natural gas or 24,000 BTU on propane, so the total is 198,000 or 144,000 BTU. The gas type is set at the factory; tell us yours when ordering.
Does it need electricity?
No. A standing pilot lights each burner. Battery spark ignition is an option at additional cost.
What gas hookup does it need?
One 3/4" NPT connection at the rear with the included regulator. Minimum supply pressure is 7" W.C. for natural gas and 11" W.C. for propane; a flexible hose must be no smaller than the connector and meet ANSI Z21.69.
How close can it go to a wall?
Keep 10" at the sides and 7" at the rear from combustible construction; next to noncombustible construction the clearance is 0". Install it under a vented hood.
Can I use a wok on it?
Southbend offers a high-performance wok ring for the HDO at additional cost. Call us to add one.
What does the warranty cover?
Southbend covers defects in parts and labor for 1 year from purchase, up to 18 months from the factory sale, serviced by a Southbend Authorized Service Agency. Spark igniters and similar wear parts are limited to 90 days, and damage from improper installation or misuse is not covered.
Specs
| Manufacturer | Southbend |
|---|---|
| Model Number | HDO-36SU |
| Series | Heavy Duty Counterline Step-Up Open Top Countertop Range |
| Quantity | 1 Each |
| Shipping Weight | 253 lbs (Crated) |
| Crate Size | 55" W x 39" D |
| Width | 36.75 Inches |
| Depth | 31.25 Inches |
| Height | 15 Inches (Rear Burners Raised 4") |
| Legs | 4" Stainless Steel Adjustable Legs |
| Burners | 6 Cast Iron Non-Clogging Open BurnersRear Row on a 4" Step-Up |
| Burner BTU | 33,000 BTU/H Natural Gas24,000 BTU/H Propane |
| Total BTU | 198,000 BTU/H Natural Gas144,000 BTU/H Propane (6 Burners) |
| Controls | Hi/Low Gas Valve per Burner |
| Top Grates | Removable 12" Cast Iron Flush Top GratesBurners at Least 12" Center to Center |
| Ignition | Standing Pilot per BurnerBattery Spark Ignition Optional |
| Electrical | None Required |
| Gas Type | Natural Gas or Propane (Set at the Factory; Specify When Ordering) |
| Gas Connection | 3/4" NPT at Rear (Male; Female When the Regulator Is Added) |
| Minimum Supply Pressure | 7" W.C. Natural Gas11" W.C. Propane |
| Pressure Regulator | Included |
| Crumb Tray | Removable One-Piece Full-Width Stainless Steel Crumb Tray |
| Exterior | Stainless Steel Front and SidesAluminized Steel Rear and Bottom |
| Clearances | 10" Sides and 7" Rear from Combustible Construction0" from Noncombustible Construction |
| Ventilation | Install Under a Vented Hood |
| Options | Stainless Steel StandCasters for StandHigh-Performance Wok RingBattery Spark Ignition2" Insulator Base for Refrigerated Base |
| Certifications | CSA Design Certified (C/US)NSFMade in USA |
| Warranty | 1 Year Parts and Labor (Southbend Limited Warranty) |
| Usage | Commercial Use Only |
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