Hotstart has been in the business of providing thermal management solutions for engine heating since 1942. Designing and building proven engine heating solutions is just the start. Our team uses their knowledge and expertise to analyze, test and validate your engine heating system, ensuring we meet all requirements before deploying your system in the field. To develop and maintain optimal heater installation practices , we offer customized training sessions for dealers, distributors, packagers and manufacturers.
Hotstart Training
Hotstart's HOTflow® Technician Certification Training is a program was developed to train dealer and distributor technicians on the proper installation procedure for HOTflow® heaters.
Benefits of being a Hotstart Certified Technician
With Hotstart certification, you will be recognized as an expert in engine heating system installation and support. Knowledge of common installation variables will guide Hotstart Certified Technicians in executing ideal installations that maximize heating system performance. All certified technicians will be listed on the Hotstart website as a resource for customers looking to upgrade the engine heating device on their power-generation unit. Hotstart Certified Technicians are also recognized by utility companies as qualified installers for rebate programs or deemed measures that require a certified installation for energy efficiency upgrade rebates.
This is a free one-hour webinar where attendees will learn:
- Overview of HOTflow® Heating Systems
- Safety and Prep for Installation
- Mounting the System
- Plumbing the System
- Coolant Requirements
- Start-up and Commissioning of the HOTflow® heater
Following the presentation, participants will take a 25-question test to complete the course and earn their 2-year Hotstart Certified Technician certificate.
To take HOTflow Certified Technician training, expand the On-Demand section of this page below and click on the course link. Training is available in English or en Español.
Whether you're in the office or remote in the field, Hotstart offers training sessions covering the best practices and installation recommendations for our standard heating systems. Choose between live online presentations with our sales staff (scheduled for your convenience) or on-demand, self-guided training sessions done on your desktop or mobile device.
Contact Hotstart to request a live online training with our sales team.
When you have the entire team in one location, in-person training can take the learning to the next level. During our customized onsite training sessions, Hotstart experts cover product specification, installation and maintenance — showing you how to improve performance and reduce warranty costs. Sessions feature hands-on training, question-and-answer discussions, and takeaway materials.
Contact Hotstart to request in-person training with our sales team.
| Course | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 40 min | This course covers the recommended Hotstart heating solutions for the generator market. In this training, we cover the various coolant heating options along with oil and battery heating solutions. When used together, these heaters will optimize performance on your standby generator. Click link to start this course. | |
| 30 min | This on-demand training covers the best practices & recommendations for an optimized installation of HOTflow heaters. This is a free on-demand training where attendees will learn:
After passing the quiz at the end of the training, attendees will be HOTflow Certified Technicians. (Training optimized for desktop computers and tablets) Click link to start this course. | |
| EVR20 Installation | 45 min | This course covers the best practices for installation of Hotstart's newest coolant heater, the EVRHEAT Series 20. Contact Hotstart to schedule this training. |
Contact Hotstart to request an online training session with our sales team.