{"product_id":"hayward-universal-hc-series-ng-lp-dual-fuel-low-nox-heater-275k-btu","title":"Hayward Universal HC Series NG\/LP Dual-Fuel Low NOx Heater 275K BTU","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.product-tabs__tab-content *,\n.rte *,\n.product-description *,\n.tabs-content * {\n  border-left: none !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n}\n.product-tabs__tab-content details,\n.rte details,\n.product-description details,\n.tabs-content details {\n  border-left: none !important;\n  border-right: none !important;\n  border-top: none !important;\n}\n.product-tabs__tab-content summary,\n.rte summary,\n.product-description summary,\n.tabs-content summary {\n  border: none !important;\n  outline: none !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cf-product\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cf-trust-strip\" style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:16px; justify-content:space-around; padding:16px; background:#f7f9fb; border-radius:8px; margin-bottom:24px; text-align:center; font-size:13px; color:#1a2b3b;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Authorized Dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Expert Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:17px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHayward Universal HC Series NG\/LP Dual-Fuel Low NOx Heater 275K BTU\u003c\/strong\u003e is uniquely engineered for use with Hayward® plumbing adapters, making it an easy drop-in replacement for other heater brands. The cupro nickel heat exchanger adds reliability, and an easy-out air\/gas mixing orifice makes propane conversion fast and simple — no need to choose a single fuel type at purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eFeaturing the industry's smallest footprint with zero wall clearance, the HDF275 fits even the most compact equipment pads. Refined gas controls and remote connectivity provide a simple user experience with added service convenience. Backed by an industry-leading 5-year parts and 2-year labor warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Professional Installation Required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pool heater installation involves gas line connections and electrical wiring. Always use a licensed contractor to ensure safety, code compliance, and warranty validity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px; font-size:24px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(260px, 1fr)); gap:20px; margin-top:16px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eDual-Fuel: Natural Gas and Propane\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eWorks with both NG and LP — switch fuels with an easy-out air\/gas mixing orifice. No need to buy two different heaters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e275,000 BTU Output\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eMid-range capacity for in-ground pools and spas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eDrop-In Replacement for Any Brand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eUniquely engineered for Hayward plumbing adapters — easy replacement for competitors' heaters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eIndustry's Smallest Footprint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eZero wall clearance required — fits in the most compact equipment pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eCupro Nickel Heat Exchanger\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAdded reliability and corrosion resistance for salt water and chemical-heavy pools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eRemote Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eRemote monitoring and control for convenient operation and service access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eRefined Gas Controls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eSimple user experience with streamlined controls designed for ease of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eLow NOx\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; 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font-size:24px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eHeating Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-bottom:16px; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea; width:40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBTU Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e275,000 BTU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuel Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eNatural Gas \/ Liquid Propane (Dual-Fuel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmissions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; 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background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemote Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWall Clearance Required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eZero\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px; margin-top:20px;\"\u003ePhysical\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-bottom:16px; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea; width:40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e174 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e33.3 × 32.8 × 35.3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eApprovals \u0026amp; Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-bottom:16px; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea; width:40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eIn-Ground Pool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e5 Years Parts \/ 2 Years Labor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px; font-size:24px;\"\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"font-size:15px; line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHayward Universal HC Series Dual-Fuel 275K BTU Heater\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAir\/Gas Mixing Orifice (for LP conversion)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUser Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px; font-size:24px;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Hayward HC Series HDF275 comes with a 5-year parts and 2-year labor manufacturer warranty. Clearflow Pool Supply is an authorized Hayward dealer and will assist with any warranty service needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px; font-size:24px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; font-size:15px; border:none;\"\u003eHow does the dual-fuel switching work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px; font-size:14px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe HDF275 ships ready for natural gas. To convert to liquid propane, remove the easy-out air\/gas mixing orifice and install the LP orifice. The process is designed to be quick and straightforward — no special tools required. Your licensed installer can perform the conversion at installation time or later if your fuel source changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; font-size:15px; border:none;\"\u003eIs it truly a drop-in replacement for other brands?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px; font-size:14px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003eYes. The HC Series is engineered to work with Hayward plumbing adapters that match the connection points of other popular heater brands, making it possible to swap out a competitor's heater without major replumbing. Your licensed installer can confirm compatibility with your existing pad layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; font-size:15px; border:none;\"\u003eWhat does zero wall clearance mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px; font-size:14px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003eZero wall clearance means the heater can be installed directly against a wall or fence without any required separation distance. This is a significant advantage for equipment pads where space is tight — most heaters require 12–24 inches of clearance on all sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; font-size:15px; border:none;\"\u003eDoes this heater require professional installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px; font-size:14px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003eYes. Gas heater installation involves connecting to a natural gas or propane supply line, electrical wiring, and proper venting. A licensed pool contractor or plumber must perform the installation to ensure safety, local code compliance, and warranty validity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; font-size:15px; border:none;\"\u003eWhat size pool is the 275K BTU suitable for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px; font-size:14px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003eAs a general guideline, 275,000 BTU is typically suited for pools in the 20,000–30,000 gallon range depending on climate, desired temperature rise, and heat loss factors. 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