Product Description
Suburban Water Heater SW12DEL (Direct Spark Ignition-Gas/Electric) 5248A
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.
A 1440 watt Incoloy electric element provides a recovery rate of 6.1 gallons per hour. For a FAST RECOVERY rate of 16.2 gallons per hour, both gas and electric can be used simultaneously. Switch sold separately.
232882 - White 233111 - Black 232881 - Cream
Gallon Capacity: 12
Input BTUh/Watts: 12,000/1440
Recovery Gals./Hr. (Gas/Electric): 10.1/6.1
Unit Net Weight (lbs)
Empty: 48.0
Full: 148.08
Product Size:
16.22"h x 16.22"w x 22.25"d
Cutout Dimensions:
16.38"h x 16.38"w x 22.25"d
Features
- Uses A Porcelain-Lined, Steel Water Heater Tank With An Anode Rod To "Absorb" The Electrolytical Action - Just Like Your Water Heater At Home
- Pressure Tested Twice During The Manufacturing Process To Ensure Its Integrity
- Limited 2 Year Warranty
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SW12DEL water heater
Client wanted to replace SW6DEL with the 12. Once opening was cut to fit the 12 connected without issues. The only change that was needed was the bypass line had to be longer. Propane lit on second attempt. Easy install. Product operates as described.



