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Suburban | Direct Spark Ignition Gas/Electric Water Heater | SW12DEL | 12 Gallon | 5248A | 5148A | 5148F
The Suburban Direct Spark Ignition Gas/Electric Water Heater offers an ideal solution for fulfilling your hot water requirements. Engineered for optimal efficiency, this 12-gallon model (SW12DEL) boasts the following key features:
- Direct spark ignition
- 12 gallon capacity with gas/electric operation
- The 1440-watt Incoloy electric element is specifically designed for compatibility with campground power
- Benefit from a high recovery rate of 12,000 BTU/hour
- The porcelain steel tank features foam insulation for enhanced efficiency.
- Quick Recovery Rate: Swift Recovery Enhances Hot Water Availability and Reduces Cool Water Cycles
- 12-Volt Relay for Interior Control of Electric Heating System
- Easy to install access door and frame, sold separately, for convenient accessibility
- All part numbers 5248A , 5148A , 5148F, and SW12DEL correspond to the same water heater model
Product Overview
The Suburban SW12DEL Gas Water Heater is lauded for its reliability
and simple upkeep. Featuring a high-recovery 12,000 BTU/hour system with
a porcelain steel tank, foam insulation, and a replaceable anode rod,
it ensures durability. Notably, it incorporates a 12 Volt Relay for
Interior Operation of the Electric Heating System. The one-piece,
die-formed housing provides both control protection and easy access,
fitting seamlessly into existing RV cut-out openings. Installing the
access door and frame is straightforward. Additionally, the SW12DEL Model
offers versatility by utilizing campground or generator power through
its 1440-watt Incoloy electric element, achieving a recovery rate of 6.1
gallons per hour. For faster recovery at 16.2 gallons per hour, users
can simultaneously use both gas and electric. The gas ignition switch,
available separately, allows convenient control from within the RV. It's
important to note that gas appliances should be installed and serviced
by qualified technicians. During manufacturing, the water heater tank
undergoes pressure testing twice to ensure its integrity, employing a
porcelain-lined steel construction with an anode rod to absorb
electrolytical action, similar to home water heaters.
Model Name Breakdown
- SW-Suburban Water Heater
- 12- 12 Gallon
- D- 12 Volt DC Direct Spark Ignition Gas Heating System
- E- 120 Volt AC Heating Element
- L- 12 Volt Relay for Interior Operation of Electric Heating System
Additional Instructions:
Instructions for a complete replacement:
1. Select your preferred door
2. Select your preferred switch
Door, frame kit & indoor switch are sold separately. You MUST purchase both the water heater, door, and switch for a complete system! These are sold as separate part numbers. Competing manufacturers assemblies are not interchangeable. To ensure accuracy please text or call one of our parts representatives. Please have your water heater model number ready.
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