Suburban SW12DE 5247A Porcelain-Lined Steel Tank Water Heater
The best water heaters on the road today, Suburban’s line of water heaters includes high recovery gas, gas-electric and motor aid models with sizes and features to match the requirements of almost any RV. Heated water attacks all metals, but not porcelain.
Specs:
- Type: Gas-Electric
- Model: SW12DE
- Portable: No
- Capacity: 12 Gallon
- Ignition Type: Direct Spark Ignition
- Wattage Rating: 1400 Watt
- BTU Level: 12000 BTU
- Width: 16-7/32 Inch
- Height: 16-7/32 Inch
- Depth: 22-1/4 Inch
- With Insulation: No
- With Access Door: No
- With Indicator Light: No
- With Mounting Hardware: No
Features:
- Uses A Porcelain-Lined, Steel Water Heater Tank With An Anode Rod To “Absorb” The Electrolytical Action – Just Like Your Water Heater At Home
- Pressure Tested Twice During The Manufacturing Process To Ensure Its Integrity
- A 1440 Watt Incoloy Electric Element Provides A Recovery Rate Of 6 Gallons Per Hour
Before You Order
Verify the 12-gallon capacity and SW12DE model fit your cutout, and check the 16-7/32-inch width and height plus 22-1/4-inch depth; arrange an access door separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the tank capacity and fuel types?
The specifications list a 12-gallon gas-electric model.
Is mounting hardware or an access door listed?
The source says neither mounting hardware nor an access door is included.




