Enjoy simple, dependable warmth with the Manual-Controlled Natural Gas Infrared Heater Series, designed for straightforward operation and consistent radiant heat. Available in 6,000, 10,000, 18,000, and 30,000 BTU outputs, this line provides flexible comfort for rooms of every size—whether you’re warming a compact office or a large open living space.
These heaters feature manual push-button ignition and adjustable heat settings, giving you direct control over your comfort level without the complexity of thermostat systems. Infrared panels deliver a gentle, radiant warmth that quickly spreads through the room by heating objects and people directly, creating a natural and inviting feel.
With a 99.9% efficiency rating, no electricity required, and a built-in Oxygen Depletion Sensor, these heaters offer reliable performance and essential safety. Perfect as a daily heating solution or a dependable backup during power outages, this manual-control series keeps operation simple while delivering strong and efficient heat.
Features
Four Manual-Set Heat Outputs
Available in 6,000, 10,000, 18,000, and 30,000 BTUs, giving you hands-on control over the exact intensity of heat you want.
Manual Push-Button Operation
Simple, reliable manual ignition and adjustable heat control—no thermostat, no programming, just direct control at your fingertips.
Infrared Radiant Comfort
Infrared heating elements deliver a warm, sun-like heat that warms people and objects first, helping rooms feel comfortable more quickly.
Consistent Natural Gas Fuel Supply
Connects directly to your home’s gas line for continuous, uninterrupted operation—no tank refills required.
Works Without Electricity
Runs independently of any electrical power source, making it ideal for winter storms, power outages, cabins, and off-grid heating.
Built-In ODS Safety System
The Oxygen Depletion Sensor constantly monitors air quality and automatically shuts the unit down if oxygen levels fall too low.
Quiet, Low-Maintenance Heating
No blower and no moving parts, resulting in silent operation and minimal upkeep.
Flexible Mounting Options
Choose between wall mounting for permanent placement or an optional floor stand for portable, freestanding use.
Specifications
| BTU Output | Ideal Room Size | Heating Style | Fuel Type | Control Type | Ignition | Efficiency | Safety | Approx. Dimensions | Electricity Needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6,000 BTU | Small rooms, bathrooms, offices | Infrared radiant | Natural Gas | Manual dial control | Push-button | 99.9% | ODS shutoff | Compact size | No |
| 10,000 BTU | Bedrooms, small living areas | Infrared radiant | Natural Gas | Manual dial control | Push-button | 99.9% | ODS shutoff | Small panel heater | No |
| 18,000 BTU | Medium-size rooms, dens | Infrared radiant | Natural Gas | Manual dial control | Push-button | 99.9% | ODS shutoff | Mid-size heater body | No |
| 30,000 BTU | Large rooms, basements, open areas | Infrared radiant | Natural Gas | Manual dial control | Push-button | 99.9% | ODS shutoff | ~27" W × 7.5" D × 23" H | No |
Empire-HearthRite
Empire Comfort Systems (and its heater-oriented subgroup HearthRite) produces a broad line of gas heaters to serve nearly every heating application: from vent-free infrared and blue-flame units, to wall furnaces, console heaters, and direct-vent systems.
Vent-free heaters draw room air for combustion and deliver up to 99.9% efficiency, releasing nearly all available heat into the space — making them highly efficient supplemental heaters.