Suburban SW6DERA - User Manual

OPERATING, INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MANUAL
FOR INSTALLATION IN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND MOBILE HOUSING
GAS HOT WATER STORAGE HEATER MODELS
SW4DRA • SW6DRA • SW4DERA • SW6DERA
SW4DFA • SW6DFA • SW4DEFA • SW6DEFA
MANUFACTURED BY AIRXCEL, INC. - SUBURBAN DIVISION
Suburban Division
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
INSTALLER: AFFIX THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO OR ADJACENT TO THE 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 HOT WATER HEATER.
Gas appliance repair is not a do it yourself type of repair.
All repairs should be performed by a qualied service agency.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU SMELL GAS?
• DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT ANY APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT TOUCH ANY ELECTRICAL SWITCH.
• DO NOT USE ANY PHONE IN YOUR BUILDING OR RV.
• IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FROM A NEIGHBORS’ PHONE & FOL-
LOW THEIR INSTRUCTIONS.
FREEZE WARNING
DRAIN HEATER IF SUBJECTED TO FREEZING TEMPERATURES
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR
MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. REFER TO THIS MANU-
AL FOR ASSISTANCE OR FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONSULT AN AUTHORISED
INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR GAS SUPPLIER.
The installation shall conform to the Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA)
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MAY DELIVER WATER AT HIGH TEMPERATURE.
REFER TO THE PLUMBING CODE OF AUSTRALIA (PCA), LOCAL REQUIREMENTS
AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO DETERMINE IF ADDITIONAL DELIVERY
TEMPERATURE CONTROL IS REQUIRED.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE PETROL, OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS OR LIQUIDS
NEAR OR ADJACENT TO THIS HEATER OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. THIS APPLIANCE
SHALL NOT BE INSTALLED IN ANY OTHER LOCATION WHERE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
OR VAPORS ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT. WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE IS UNSUIT-
ABLE FOR USE AS A POOL HEATER.
CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out,
this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or
connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and o󰀨 by the utility.

Summary

FOR YOUR SAFETY

GAS DETECTION AND RESPONSE

Steps to follow if gas smell is detected, emphasizing immediate safety actions and contacting suppliers.

FREEZE PROTECTION

Instructions to drain the heater if subjected to freezing temperatures to prevent damage.

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Precautions regarding flammable materials, location suitability, and pool heating use.

SPECIFICATIONS AND DATA

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

INSTALLATION USING HINGED DOOR

Step-by-step instructions for installing the water heater with a hinged door.

INSTALLATION USING FLUSH MOUNT

Step-by-step instructions for installing the water heater using a flush mount frame.

WATER CONNECTIONS

GAS CONNECTIONS

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY WARNINGS

THERMOSTAT AND MANUAL RESET

ANODE PROTECTION AND RELIEF VALVE

WATER WEEPING FROM RELIEF VALVE

Explains why water may weep from the P&T valve and provides steps to reduce frequency.

OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES AND CONSIDERATIONS

PRE-OPERATION SAFETY CHECKLIST

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

TURNING OFF THE WATER HEATER

Steps for safely shutting down and turning off the water heater.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PARTS LIST AND REPLACEMENT

LIMITED WARRANTY

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS

Specific conditions and circumstances for which Coast to Coast RV Services is not responsible.

PRODUCT PROBLEM RESOLUTION

Steps to follow and contact information for addressing product issues or problems.

Suburban SW6DERA Specifications

General

Brand	Suburban
Model	SW6DERA
Category	Water Heater
Language	English