ChefsFirst 6 Burner Gas Hot Plate - Natural Gas SE-HCHP6NG

The ChefsFirst® SE-HCHP6NG is a 36" countertop gas hot plate with six open burners. It is built for restaurants, caterers and commercial kitchens that need more burner space without adding a full range. Six 25,000 BTU/hr octagon cast iron burners give 150,000 BTU/hr in total, and each burner has its own manual valve and standby pilot. The unit ships set up for natural gas, with a 3/4" NPT rear gas connection, a gas pressure regulator and a field conversion kit included. It has a stainless steel front, landing and 3-side splash guard, galvanized steel body and sides, and 12" x 12" cast iron grates.

Key features

• Six octagon cast iron open burners, each rated 25,000 BTU/hr
• 150,000 BTU/hr total output
• Durable brass control valves with zinc alloy control knobs, one per burner
• Standby pilot on each burner, with easy front access to the pilot valve adjustment screws
• 12" x 12" cast iron grates
• Full-width crumb tray at the bottom of the unit
• Gas pressure regulator and field gas conversion kit included
• Stainless steel front, landing and 3-side splash guard
• Adjustable stainless steel legs, assembled on site

ChefsFirst SE-HCHP6NG specifications

Brand	ChefsFirst
Model number	SE-HCHP6NG
Product type	Countertop gas hot plate
Number of burners	6 open burners, octagon cast iron
Output per burner	25,000 BTU/hr
Total output	150,000 BTU/hr
Gas type	Natural gas as shipped; field convertible, conversion kit included
Gas connection	3/4" NPT, rear
Gas pressure regulator	Included
Controls	Manual brass control valves, zinc alloy knobs
Pilot	Standby pilot
Grates	12" x 12" cast iron
Exterior width	36"
Exterior depth	27-1/4"
Exterior height	13-5/8"
Front and landing material	Stainless steel
Splash guard	3-side, stainless steel
Body, rear and sides material	Galvanized steel
Legs	1" stainless steel, 1" adjustable, assembly required
Crumb tray	Full width, bottom of unit
Weight	220 lb

Frequently asked questions

What gas connection does the SE-HCHP6NG need?

It needs a natural gas supply to a 3/4" NPT connection at the rear of the unit. A gas pressure regulator comes with it. Installation should be done by a qualified gas technician and follow local code.

Can this hot plate run on propane?

Yes. It ships set up for natural gas and can be converted to LP in the field with the conversion kit that comes with it. A qualified technician should do the conversion.

How much heat does it put out?

Each of the six burners is rated at 25,000 BTU/hr, for 150,000 BTU/hr in total. Each burner has its own manual valve, so all six can run at different settings.

Will it fit through a standard doorway?

Yes. It is 27-1/4" deep and 13-5/8" high, so it passes easily through a standard 36" doorway and 80" door opening. The legs are attached on site.

How do you clean it?

Spills and debris fall into a full-width crumb tray at the bottom of the unit, which you empty and wipe out regularly. The front, landing and splash guard are stainless steel and wipe clean. The cast iron grates lift off for cleaning.

How does it compare with the SE-HCHP2NG and SE-HCHP4NG?

All three are ChefsFirst natural gas countertop hot plates from the same line. The SE-HCHP2NG has 2 burners and the SE-HCHP4NG has 4. The SE-HCHP6NG has 6 burners across a 36" width, for the most output in the line.

Who makes ChefsFirst?

ChefsFirst is East Bay Restaurant Supply's own brand of commercial kitchen equipment. East Bay Restaurant Supply has stores in Oakland and Sacramento, California, and can be reached at (510) 465-4300.

How is it delivered?

It ships on a pallet by freight truck. A lift gate fee applies to large items like this one if you don't have a loading dock and is calculated at checkout.