Suburban SW16DEL 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 SW16DEL Specifications

General

Capacity	16 gallons
Voltage	120V AC
Dimensions	16.5 x 16.5 x 20.5 inches
Weight	38 lbs
Voltage (DC)	12V DC
Tank Capacity	16 gallons
Ignition	Electronic
Fuel Type	Propane
Ignition Type	Direct Spark
Venting	Direct Vent
BTU/h (LP)	12, 000 BTU/h
Input BTU	12, 000 BTU/hr
Recovery Rate	10.5 gallons/hour

Summary

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

INSTALLATION USING FLUSH MOUNT FRAME & DOOR

Details for installing the heater using a flush mount frame and door.

INSTALLATION USING HINGED DOOR

Details for installing the heater using a hinged door for access.

CONNECTIONS AND RELATED PROCEDURES

MAKING WATER CONNECTIONS

Instructions for connecting water lines to the heater.

MAKING GAS CONNECTIONS

Instructions for connecting the gas supply line to the heater.

HIGH ALTITUDE DERATION

Adjustments needed for operating the water heater at high altitudes.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE

MAKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Procedures for making 12V DC and 120V AC electrical connections.

MAINTENANCE

Routine checks and maintenance for the water heater.

SAFETY AND PROTECTION FEATURES

SAFETY WARNINGS

General safety precautions and warnings for operation.

THERMOSTAT AND MANUAL RESET

Explanation of the high-temperature limit and reset button.

ANODE PROTECTION

Information on the tank's anode rod and its importance.

OPERATING AND STORAGE PROCEDURES

Draining and Storage Instructions

How to drain and store the water heater.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - GAS

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

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - ELECTRIC

PARTS ILLUSTRATION AND REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

WARRANTY INFORMATION

THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON TANK

Details of the extended warranty for the water heater tank.