Suburban SW6DE User Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
DIRECT VENT
GAS WATER HEATER
LISTED
MODELS
SW6P • SW6PE • SW6D • SW6DM
SW6PR • SW6PER • SW6DE
FOR INSTALLATION IN RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES AND MOBILE HOUSING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
1. DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT ANY APPLIANCE.
2. DO NOT TOUCH ANY ELECTRIC SWITCH: DO NOT USE ANY PHONE IN YOUR
BUILDING.
3. IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FROM A NEIGHBOR'S PHONE.
FOLLOW THE GAS SUPPLIER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
4. 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
Post Office Box 399
Dayton, Tennessee 37321
(615) 775-2131
Fax: (615) 775-7015
Form No. 2119-C
4-93

Suburban SW6DE Specifications

General

Type	Gas/Electric
Capacity	6 Gallons
Voltage	120V AC
Ignition Type	Direct Spark Ignition
Water Connection Size	1/2" NPT
Recovery Rate	6.0 Gallons/hour
Element Wattage	1440W
Input BTU	12, 000 BTU/hr
Vent Type	Side Vent

Summary

Installation Requirements

Minimum Installation Clearances

Specifies required clearances from combustible construction for the water heater.

Framed Opening Requirements

Details requirements for the framed opening in the coach wall for installation.

Flush Mount Frame and Door Installation

Steps for installing the water heater with a flush mount frame and door.

Hinged Door Installation

Steps for installing the water heater with a hinged door.

Making Water Connections

Making Gas Connections

Electrical Connections (12 Volts D.C.)

Electrical Connections (120 Volts A.C.)

Electrical Connection (Re-Ignitor Models)

Motor Aid Heat Exchanger Installation

Maintenance Procedures

General Safety Warnings

Anode Protection

Pressure Relief Valve Operation

Thermostat and Manual Reset (12 V.D.C.)

Thermostat and Manual Reset (120 V.A.C.)

Draining and Storage Instructions

Hot Water System Odor Issues

Removing Water Heater

Operating and Lighting Instructions

Lighting Instructions for Re-Ignitor Control

Operating Safety Precautions

Operating Instructions

Turning Off the Water Heater

Limited Warranty Information

One Year Limited Warranty

Details the terms and conditions of the one-year limited warranty.

Three Year Limited Tank Warranty

Specifies the three-year limited warranty for the inner tank.

Warranty Limitations

Outlines limitations and exclusions applicable to all warranties.

Exclusions from Warranty Coverage

Lists conditions and events for which Suburban is not responsible.

Product Problem Resolution