Suburban SW12D User Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
DIRECT VENT
GAS WATER HEATER
DIRECT SPARK IGNITION (DSI)
MODELS
SW12D ! SW12DE !SW12DEM
SW16D ! SW16DE ! SW16DEM
FOR INSTALLATION IN RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES AND MOBILE HOUSING
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
Fax: 423-775-7015

Suburban SW12D Specifications

General

Model	SW12D
Type	Direct Spark Ignition
Capacity	12 Gallons
Fuel Type	Propane
Tank Capacity	12 Gallons
BTU/hr (Gas)	12, 000 BTU/hr
Recovery Rate (Gas)	10.2 gallons per hour
Ignition Type	Electric
Ignition	Direct Spark

Summary

General Information and Safety

What to Do If You Smell Gas

Immediate actions to take if you detect a gas leak, emphasizing safety.

General Safety Warnings

Crucial warnings regarding installation, maintenance, and operation safety.

Installation Requirements

Installation Warnings and Cautions

Important precautions and warnings for safe and proper installation.

Water and Gas Connections

Electrical Connections and Maintenance

12 Volt D.C. Electrical Connections

Wiring instructions for 12V DC power supply.

120 Volt A.C. Electrical Connections

Wiring instructions for 120V AC power supply.

Safety Warnings and Operational Guidance

Hydrogen Gas Safety

Precautions regarding hydrogen gas buildup and safe venting.

Operational Safety Warnings

Warnings for overheating, submersion, and gas leak detection.

Operating Instructions and Safety

General Operating Instructions

Step-by-step guide for lighting and operating the water heater.

Electric Element Operation

Warranty Information

Two Year Limited Warranty

Details of the limited warranty for material and workmanship.

Three Year Limited Warranty on Tank