These low-profile gas heaters are an excellent heating option for greenhouses, garages, sheds, etc. Each HD heater from us includes: hot surface ignition (no pilot flames to keep lit), power exhaust system, advanced diagnostic system for dependable worry-free operation, lots of safety features, high power blower for even heat distribution, rust-resistant aluminzed steel exchanger, and a baked-on enamel finish made to protect the HD from harsh environments. Some wiring required. Designed for propane or natural gas.


Q: What is a Hot Dawg?
A: A low-profile gas-fired unit heater that is designed to heat garages and is certified for residential, commercial, and industrial use.

Q: What type of fuel feeds the Hot Dawg ?
A: The Hot Dawg unit heater can operate on either natural or propane gas.

Q: Does the Hot Dawg vent to the outside of the garage?
A: Yes, it is supplied with a factory-installed venting system that allows for either vertical or horizontal venting. Vent pipe must be purchased separately.

Q: What size Hot Dawg is needed to heat my garage?
A: The answer depends on many variables such as building construction, location, number of doors, etc. As a general guideline you can use the following table, but you may wish to have a qualified contractor perform a heat-loss calculation.

Unit Btu/Hr Input Application
HD30 30,000 1 to 1-1/2 Car Garage
HD45 45,000 2 to 2-1/2 Car Garage
HD60 60,000 3 to 3-1/2 Car Garage
HD75 75,000 Large Garage,Commercial & Light Industrial

Q: How big is the Hot Dawg?
A: This information is found on the Hot Dawg Specification sheet or can be obtained by e-mail or calling our office.

Q: Do I have to allow for space around the Hot Dawg?
A: Yes, and this information is found on the Hot Dawg Specification sheet. or can be obtained by e-mail or calling our office.

Q: What supply voltage is required?
A: 115 volt, 60 hertz, single phase

Q: What is the amp draw for the unit?
A: This information is found on the Hot Dawg Specification sheet or can be obtained by e-mail or calling our office.

Q: What size gas connection does the Hot Dawg have?
A: The Hot Dawg has a ½ gas connection.


Q: What size vent pipe should I use?
A: The unit utilizes either 3 or 5 vent pipe depending upon the application.

Q: How is the Hot Dawg mounted in a garage?
A: The Hot Dawg includes angled hanging brackets designed for 3/8 bolts, lag screws, or rods. This allows for snug-to-ceiling installation with 1 clearance, or the unit can be suspended with threaded rods.

Q: Can I install the Hot Dawg myself?
A: The unit requires gas, vent, and electrical connections. For this reason, we recommend that the unit be installed by a qualified installation and service contractor.

Q: How much does a unit cost?
A: Please CALL for a quote.

Q: Can the unit be flipped to allow left-or-right hand access to the controls?
A: Yes, the unit can be flipped.

Q: Can the louvers be moved?
A: Yes, the louvers are fully adjustable to direct heat where it is needed.
Q: Is the Hot Dawg covered by a warranty?
A: Yes, the residential warranty is two years on materials and workmanship on all parts except the heat exchanger, which is ten years on materials and workmanship.


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