{"product_id":"suburban-mfg-5243a","title":"Suburban Gas-Electric Water Heater SW10DE  - 5243A","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSuburban Gas-Electric Water Heater SW10DE  - 5243A\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Suburban Advantage Line of RV Water Heaters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSuburban Advantage\u003c\/strong\u003e line of RV water heaters includes a variety of models to meet almost any RV’s needs. Options available are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Recovery Gas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas\/Electric Combination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas\/Electric\/Motor Aid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTankless, Continuous Models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses a porcelain-lined steel water heater tank with an anode rod to \"absorb\" electrolytic action.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure tested twice during the manufacturing process to ensure integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA 1440-watt Incoloy electric element provides a recovery rate of 6 gallons per hour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures an indoor mounted switch that controls the water heater ignition and operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with a limited 2-year warranty and a limited 3-year tank warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  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class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eCapacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e10 Gallon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eIgnition Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eDirect Spark Ignition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eWattage Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e1,400 Watt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eBTU Level \/ Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e12,000 BTU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e16-7\/32 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e16-7\/32 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e20-1\/2 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eWith Access Door\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eWith Mounting Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"275\" data-start=\"86\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"275\" data-start=\"88\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"115\" data-start=\"88\"\u003eDual Power Flexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runs on propane \u003cstrong data-end=\"160\" data-start=\"132\"\u003eand 120 V electric power\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving you hot water whether you’re boondocking or at a powered campsite. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"454\" data-start=\"276\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"454\" data-start=\"278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"307\" data-start=\"278\"\u003eAmple 10‑Gallon Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides enough hot water for showers, dishes, and daily RV use without taking up too much interior space. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"635\" data-start=\"455\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"635\" data-start=\"457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"489\" data-start=\"457\"\u003eDirect Spark Ignition (DSI):\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable pilot‑less ignition ensures faster starts and better performance than older flame‑pilot systems. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"837\" data-start=\"636\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"837\" data-start=\"638\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"660\" data-start=\"638\"\u003eEfficient Heating:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"686\" data-start=\"661\"\u003e12,000 BTU gas burner\u003c\/strong\u003e heats water quickly, while a \u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"743\" data-start=\"716\"\u003e1440 W electric element\u003c\/strong\u003e offers dependable performance when gas isn’t running. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1028\" data-start=\"838\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1028\" data-start=\"840\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"865\" data-start=\"840\"\u003eDurable Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcelain‑lined steel tank with a replaceable anode rod resists corrosion and maximizes tank life, ideal for frequent use. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1201\" data-start=\"1029\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1201\" data-start=\"1031\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1047\" data-start=\"1031\"\u003eEasy RV Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact footprint and standard mounting dimensions make it a common replacement choice for 10 gal RV water heaters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"266\" data-start=\"109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"152\" data-start=\"109\"\u003eQ: What is the Suburban SW10DE (5243A)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"155\" data-start=\"152\"\u003eA: A \u003cstrong data-end=\"202\" data-start=\"160\"\u003e10‑gallon gas‑electric RV water heater\u003c\/strong\u003e built for reliable hot water in motorhomes and travel trailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"379\" data-start=\"268\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"310\" data-start=\"268\"\u003eQ: What fuel types does this unit use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"313\" data-start=\"310\"\u003eA: It operates on \u003cstrong data-end=\"351\" data-start=\"331\"\u003eLP (propane) gas\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"372\" data-start=\"356\"\u003e12V electric\u003c\/strong\u003e power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"489\" data-start=\"381\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"423\" data-start=\"381\"\u003eQ: Is it suitable for RV installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"426\" data-start=\"423\"\u003eA: Yes — specifically engineered for \u003cstrong data-end=\"488\" data-start=\"463\"\u003erecreational vehicles\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"617\" data-start=\"491\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"533\" data-start=\"491\"\u003eQ: How much hot water does it provide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"536\" data-start=\"533\"\u003eA: \u003cstrong data-end=\"561\" data-start=\"539\"\u003e10‑gallon capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e for ample hot water for showers, dishes, and daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"735\" data-start=\"619\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"663\" data-start=\"619\"\u003eQ: Does it provide consistent hot water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"666\" data-start=\"663\"\u003eA: Yes — delivers \u003cstrong data-end=\"734\" data-start=\"684\"\u003esteady heat with gas or electric heating modes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"852\" data-start=\"737\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"765\" data-start=\"737\"\u003eQ: Is installation easy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"768\" data-start=\"765\"\u003eA: Yes — fits \u003cstrong data-end=\"819\" data-start=\"782\"\u003estandard RV water heater openings\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy replacement or upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"977\" data-start=\"854\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"894\" data-start=\"854\"\u003eQ: Is this model safe and efficient?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"897\" data-start=\"894\"\u003eA: Yes — designed with \u003cstrong data-end=\"948\" data-start=\"920\"\u003ebuilt‑in safety features\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"976\" data-start=\"953\"\u003eefficient operation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"172\" data-start=\"74\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"172\" data-start=\"76\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"95\" data-start=\"76\"\u003eFlush Annually:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drain and flush the tank yearly to remove sediment and improve efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"296\" data-start=\"173\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"296\" data-start=\"175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"195\" data-start=\"175\"\u003eCheck Anode Rod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect the sacrificial anode rod annually; replace if heavily corroded to prevent tank corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"413\" data-start=\"297\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"413\" data-start=\"299\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"330\" data-start=\"299\"\u003eTest Pressure Relief Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lift the valve lever to ensure proper discharge; replace if it fails to operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"505\" data-start=\"414\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"505\" data-start=\"416\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"437\" data-start=\"416\"\u003eClean Air Intake:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep air intake and venting free of dust, lint, and obstructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"606\" data-start=\"506\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"606\" data-start=\"508\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"532\" data-start=\"508\"\u003eInspect Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check gas and water connections for leaks; tighten or repair as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"722\" data-start=\"607\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"722\" data-start=\"609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"627\" data-start=\"609\"\u003eMonitor Flame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure a strong, blue burner 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