{"product_id":"suburban-mfg-5247a","title":"Suburban Gas-Electric Water Heater Model Number SW12DE -  5247A","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSuburban Gas-Electric Water Heater Model Number SW12DE -  5247A\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Suburban Advantage line of RV water heaters includes high recovery gas, gas\/electric combination, gas\/electric\/motor aid and tankless, continuous models with sizes and features to match the requirements of almost any RV. Tank capacities include 4, 6, 10, 12 and 16 gallon models and tankless models provide up to 60,000 BTUH of endless hot water. Quality, efficiency, features, service, and selection - for more than 30 years, these have been the gold standard of Suburban water heaters. Take ADVANTAGE of Suburban’s expertise and reliability with longer lasting residential style tank and tankless water heaters.\u003cbr\u003eUses A Porcelain-Lined, Steel Water Heater Tank With An Anode Rod To \"Absorb\" The Electrolytical Action\u003cbr\u003ePressure Tested Twice During The Manufacturing Process To Ensure Its Integrity\u003cbr\u003eA 1440 Watt Incoloy Electric Element Provides A Recovery Rate Of 6 Gallons Per Hour\u003cbr\u003eFeatures An Indoor Mounted Switch Which Controls The Water Heater Ignition And Operation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg th{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  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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\"\u003e22-1\/4 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eWith Insulation\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 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 Indicator Light\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 data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"362\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"118\"\u003eFlexible Dual Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combines \u003cstrong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"169\"\u003eLP propane and 120 V electric heating\u003c\/strong\u003e so you can enjoy hot water whether boondocking or plugged into shore power. \u003cstrong data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"268\"\u003e12‑gallon capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e covers showers, dishes, and daily RV use comfortably. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"605\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"605\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"393\"\u003eFast Heating \u0026amp; Recovery:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"408\"\u003e12,000 BTU\u003c\/strong\u003e gas burner plus a \u003cstrong data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"462\"\u003e1440 W Incoloy electric element\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver quick hot‑water recovery — electric‑only or combined gas+electric modes speed up heat‑up time. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"634\"\u003eDirect Spark Ignition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modern \u003cstrong data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eDSI system\u003c\/strong\u003e lights reliably without a pilot light, reducing start‑up issues after travel or vibration. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eDurable Tank Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"851\"\u003ePorcelain‑lined steel tank\u003c\/strong\u003e with a replaceable anode rod resists corrosion and extends service life under regular RV conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eProven RV Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sized and shaped for RV installations — standard dimensions simplify replacement and retrofit in many 12‑gallon water heater cutouts. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eEnergy‑Efficient Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copolymer insulation and well‑engineered heat transfer help retain heat and reduce fuel\/electric draw during operation. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"158\"\u003eQ: What is the Suburban SW12DE (5247A)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"161\"\u003eA: A \u003cstrong data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"208\"\u003e12‑gallon gas‑electric RV water heater\u003c\/strong\u003e that provides reliable hot water for motorhomes and travel trailers. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"494\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eQ: What fuel and power sources does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"367\"\u003eA: It uses \u003cstrong data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"398\"\u003eLP (propane) gas\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e1440 W electric element\u003c\/strong\u003e for dual‑mode heating. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"652\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eQ: How much hot water can it produce?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"540\"\u003eA: \u003cstrong data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"565\"\u003e12 gallon capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for showers, dishes, and everyday RV use. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"792\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eQ: What type of ignition does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eA: \u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eDirect spark ignition\u003c\/strong\u003e for reliable gas lighting. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"953\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eQ: Does it heat efficiently?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"829\"\u003eA: Yes — delivers \u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"861\"\u003e12,000 BTU\u003c\/strong\u003e output with fast recovery using gas or electric heat. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"983\"\u003eQ: Is installation easy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eA: Yes — fits \u003cstrong data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003estandard RV water heater openings\u003c\/strong\u003e for straightforward replacement. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"278\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"117\"\u003eFlush \u0026amp; Drain Regularly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drain and flush the tank at least once a year to remove sediment buildup that reduces efficiency and shortens tank life. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"466\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"303\"\u003eInspect Anode Rod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the sacrificial anode rod annually; replace if heavily corroded to protect the porcelain‑lined steel tank from rust. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"500\"\u003eTest Pressure Relief Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lift the T\u0026amp;P valve annually to ensure it opens and reseals properly to prevent excess pressure. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"797\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"797\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eCheck Venting \u0026amp; Exterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep vents, combustion area, and exterior access panel clear of obstructions and debris. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"957\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eInspect Lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Periodically check gas, water, and electrical connections for leaks, corrosion, or loose fittings. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eMonitor Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e For gas operation, ensure reliable Direct Spark Ignition; for electric, avoid running without a full tank to prevent element damage. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003eAnnual Professional Check:\u003c\/strong\u003e Schedule yearly service by a qualified technician for safety checks and optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suburban","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46820738105481,"sku":"S6U5247A","price":744.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/2443\/9177\/files\/suburban-mfg-gas-electric-water-heater-model-number-sw12de-5247a-132059.jpg?v=1779943762","url":"https:\/\/mobility-ready.com\/products\/suburban-mfg-5247a","provider":"Supplies for Happy Tails","version":"1.0","type":"link"}