Suburban SW6DE 6 Gallon Direct Spark/Electric Water Heater

Heated water attacks all metals - and that's why Suburban® uses porcelain-lined, steel tanks with an anode rod to "absorb" the electrolytic action - just like your water heater at home. **Image May Differ From Actual Product**
Item # 51188
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Return Policy 30 Days (After Delivery)
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Description / Suburban SW6DE 6 Gallon Direct Spark/Electric Water Heater

Water cold in your RV? Is it time to upgrade water heaters because your hot water tank isn’t putting out enough hot water for you and your family while at the campsite? Suburban® makes a 6 gallon water heater with an electric ignition that gives you all the hot water you need for showers and dishes at an affordable price!

If you want a water heater that relies on LP Gas and electricity with an easy to activate electric ignition, then this is the tank for you. The Suburban® Direct Spark/Electric 6 Gallon Water Heater has a direct spark “on” switch that when combined with the optional remote wall plate turns on the water heater wherever you install the switch (remote switch sold separately).

Love dry camping far away from the hustle and bustle of the city? Or is your place to be at the campgrounds with all of the wonderful hook-ups? This Suburban® 6 Gallon Water Heater runs on LP Gas and Electricity so you can camp wherever you like as your water heater heats up your hot water.

The best water heaters on the road today, Suburban®'s line of durable, porcelain-lined steel tank water heaters includes FAST RECOVERY with sizes and features to match the requirements of almost any RV.

All Suburban® Advantage™ RV Water Heater Tanks Feature:
- Convenient exterior gas line connection
- One-piece, die-formed metal control housing that protects controls from the weather
- Copolymer insulation jacket specially formed to fit the tank for additional heat retention
- Anode Rod Protection
- Porcelain Lined Steel Tank

The limit switch, reset button and on/off electric element rocker switch (if applicable) are conveniently located in a housing behind the removable outer door. The electric heat element and drain plug/anode rod are also located there. For convenience of installation, rough-in openings for Suburban® water heaters are small and less likely to interfere with RV exterior design.

When a Suburban® Advantage™ porcelain-lined tank is properly maintained, tank life may double or triple its three-year limited warranty saving owners the cost of premature replacement. In addition, every Suburban® Advantage™ tank is pressure tested twice during the manufacturing process to ensure its integrity.

ALL SUBURBAN® GAS APPLIANCES MUST BE INSTALLED AND/OR SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN.

For all of your RV Parts needs Dyers has the replacement parts. You need a new water heater valve or anode rods? Maybe you need a brand new water heater? We have all shapes and sizes at your RV online superstore right here, at Dyers!

More Information

Item # 51188
Brand Suburban
Series Advantage™ SW6DE Model
Model 5239A
Replaces Suburban 5121A
Gallons 6
BTU's 12,000 BTU/hr
Heat Source Electric, Gas
Ignition Direct Spark
Cut-Out 12.75" H x 12.75" W x 19.19" D
Features Combination direct spark ignition & electric element
Replaceable Anode Rod Provides Further Corrosion Protection
Copolymer Insulation Jacket Specially Fitted To The Tank To Retain Heat
One-Piece, Die-Formed Metal Control Housing Protects Controls From The Weather
Fast Recovery Rate
Convenient Exterior LP Gas Line Connection
Porcelain-Lined Steel Tank For Long Life
Recovery Gallons/Hour (Gas/Electric): 10.1 (Gas)/ 6.1 (Electric)
Unit Net Weight (lbs): Empty: 37.4 lbs and Full: 82.6 lbs
1440 watt incoloy electric element provides a recovery rate of 6.1 per hour
Allows the use of campground or generator power to heat your water.
Provides 16.2 gallons per hour recovery rate when using gas & electric simultaneously.
Included (1) Water Heater
*Available ON/OFF Switches and Access Doors are NOT included and are SOLD SEPARATELY*
Dimensions Product Size: 12.69" H x 12.69" W x 19.19" D
Warranty Limited 2 Year Manufacturer Warranty and Limited 3 Year Manufacturer Warranty on Tank
Special Order Item No
Return Policy 30 Days (After Delivery)
UPC 755790705139
LTL Freight No

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Review by Happy in Hemet
Upgrade from original which had been modified to electric and DE. New unit was a direct replacement that was easy to install. Hint: Read the instructions, assess the task, get the right tools, sealants, fasteners, etc., have a cup of coffee, Read the instructions!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Start!

Also, this was a phone order and I was assisted by a delightful lady who was very knowledgeable and helpful. From order to delivery:25 HOURS !!!
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Review by Garysco
I ordered this direct replacement water heater for my trailer based on (1) price and (2) interent review-reliability of the retailer. I am very satisfied with the price and my excellent phone conversation with Dryers before the purchase. Shipping was quicker then expected, and the trasaction could not have gone smoother. Thanks.
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Review by DiRT
This is the third unit I've purchasesd. The units work great! This last unit arrived with some sheetmetal damage but was easily repaired with vice grips. Unfortunately the gas hose connector fitting was not located in the right position and the rubber grommet had to be removed, the entry hole through the sheet metal made larger and the grommet modified to fit the new opening. Once done the unit went into place with no other problems.
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Review by simonrobi
Our 4 years old water heater developed a leak.I have forgotten to drain it last winter and once the temps went down it froze solid and you could see the tank slightly deformed.A few months later it started leaking.Needed a replacement but all local RV shops were asking over 500 dollars for a new unit.Thats when I found Dyersonline and their great price.3 days later the new heater arrived and replacement was easy.It took about 2 hours including cleaning out the rust spots left behind by the old one.It works like a charm.Thanks guys!

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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.