Suburban SW10DEL User Manual

FOR YOUR SAFETY
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
! DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT ANY APPLIANCE.
! DO NOT TOUCH ANY ELECTRIC SWITCH: DO NOT USE ANY PHONE IN YOUR
VEHICLE.
! IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FROM A NEIGHBOR’S PHONE.
FOLLOW THE GAS SUPPLIER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
! IF YOU CANNOT REACH YOUR GAS SUPPLIER, CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.
FREEZE WARNING
DRAIN HEATER IF SUBJECT TO FREEZING TEMPERATURES.
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE
OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. REFER TO
THIS MANUAL. FOR ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONSULT A
QUALIFIED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS OR
LIQUIDS NEAR OR ADJACENT TO THIS HEATER OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. THIS
APPLIANCE SHALL NOT BE INSTALLED IN ANY LOCATION WHERE FLAMMABLE
LIQUIDS OR VAPORS ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT.
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER.
INSTALLER: AFFIX THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO OR ADJACENT TO WATER HEATER.
OWNER: RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE COMPANY
LISTED ON THE WARRANTY, OR RATING PLATE WHICH CAME WITH YOUR WATER HEATER.
SUBURBAN MANUFACTURING COMPANY
676 Broadway Street
Dayton, Tennessee 37321
423-775-2131
www.rvcomfort.com
Part Number 204539
3-24-09
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
MANUAL
DIRECT VENT
GAS WATER HEATER
MODELS
SW6DEL • SW10DEL • SW12DEL • SW16DEL
FOR INSTALLATION IN RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES AND MOBILE HOUSING

Suburban SW10DEL Specifications

General

Capacity	10 gallons
Water Connections	1/2" NPT
Voltage	120V AC
BTU	12, 000 BTU
Vent Type	Direct Vent
Type	Tank
Fuel Type	LP Gas and Electric
Ignition	Electronic Direct Spark Ignition
Recovery Rate	10.2 gallons/hour

Summary

Installation Requirements

Installation in Recreational Vehicles

Specifies installation standards and requirements for recreational vehicles.

Installation in Mobile Housing

Outlines specific installation standards for mobile housing units.

Installation Instructions

Flush Mount Frame & Door Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing with a flush mount frame and door.

Hinged Door Installation

Instructions for installing the water heater with a hinged door.

Water Connections

Gas Connections

High Altitude Deration

Electrical Connections

12 Volts D.C.

Wiring procedures for the 12V DC electrical system.

120 Volts A.C.

Wiring procedures for the 120V AC electrical system.

Maintenance

Safety Warnings

Thermostat and Manual Reset (12V DC)

Operation of the 12V DC thermostat and manual reset function.

Thermostat and Manual Reset (120V AC)

Operation of the 120V AC thermostat and manual reset function.

Anode Protection

Drain and Storage Instructions

Hot Water System Odor

Removing the Water Heater

Winterizing Instructions

Operating Instructions

Gas Operation

Step-by-step guide for operating the water heater using gas.

Electric Operation

Step-by-step guide for operating the water heater using electric power.

Parts List and Illustration

Warranty Information

Two Year Limited Warranty

Details of the two-year limited warranty for the water heater.

Three Year Tank Warranty

Details of the three-year warranty specifically for the inner tank.

Warranty Limitations

Explains limitations and exclusions to the provided warranties.

Product Problem Resolution