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Suburban 5244A SW10DEL 10-Gallon RV Water Heater, Gas/Electric DSI with 12V Relay

Suburban 5244A SW10DEL 10-Gallon RV Water Heater, Gas/Electric DSI with 12V Relay
Suburban SW10DEL 10-Gallon RV Water Heater, Gas/Electric DSI with 12V Relay
 
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Part Number: 5244A
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Suburban 5244A SW10DEL 10-Gallon RV Water Heater, Gas/Electric DSI with 12V Relay

Suburban 5244A SW10DEL 10-Gallon RV Water Heater, Gas/Electric DSI with 12V Relay

10-gallon Suburban RV water heater with LP gas and 120V electric operation, direct spark ignition, 1440W electric element, and 12V relay control for interior electric operation. Access door and interior switch are sold separately.

⚠️ Important: Door & Switch Sold Separately

This water heater does not include the exterior access door or the interior DEL on/off switch. For a complete installation, order the correct Suburban 10-gallon access door and DEL switch separately.

Common 10-gallon door options: 6259APW white flush-mount door, 6259AEB black flush-mount door, 6263APW white standard door, or 6263AEB / 6289AEB black standard door.

Common DEL switch options: 232882 white interior switch, 233111 black interior switch, or 232881 cream interior switch.

About the Suburban SW10DEL RV Water Heater

The Suburban 5244A SW10DEL is a 10-gallon RV water heater designed for both LP gas and 120V electric operation. It uses direct spark ignition for propane heating and a 1440W Incoloy electric element for electric water heating when connected to shore power or generator power.

The “L” relay-style control system allows interior operation of the electric heating system using a compatible 12V switch. This gives RV owners convenient control over both gas and electric water heating when the correct interior switch and wiring are installed.

💧 10-Gallon Tank

Larger Suburban tank-style RV water heater for increased onboard hot water capacity

🔥 Gas/Electric Operation

Runs on LP gas, 120V AC electric, or both together for faster recovery

⚡ Direct Spark Ignition

DSI propane ignition allows inside switch operation without a standing pilot

🔘 12V Relay Control

DEL-style relay setup supports interior control of the electric heating element

Key Features & Benefits

  • 10-Gallon RV Water Heater: Larger tank capacity for motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers, and other RVs
  • Gas/Electric Operation: Provides LP gas heating, 120V AC electric heating, or combined gas/electric recovery
  • Direct Spark Ignition: Allows propane ignition from inside the RV without manually lighting a pilot
  • 1440W Incoloy Electric Element: Designed for campground or generator-powered electric water heating
  • 12,000 BTU Propane Burner: Provides fast LP gas recovery in a 10-gallon tank
  • Fast Combined Recovery: Gas and electric can be used together for faster hot water recovery
  • 12V Relay for Electric Operation: Supports interior on/off control of the electric heating system with compatible DEL switch
  • Porcelain-Lined Steel Tank: Designed for RV water heating and protected by a replaceable anode rod
  • Foam/Copolymer Tank Insulation: Helps retain heat and reduce cooldown between cycles
  • Access Door and Switch Sold Separately: Order the correct 10-gallon door and interior DEL switch for a complete installation

🚐 Common RV Applications

The SW10DEL is commonly used in larger travel trailers, fifth wheels, motorhomes, and other RVs that need a 10-gallon gas/electric Suburban water heater with DSI ignition and interior electric control.

It may replace similar Suburban 10-gallon water heaters when the cutout, door style, plumbing, LP gas line, electrical wiring, switch setup, and access/venting requirements are verified.

Technical Specifications

Part Number 5244A
Model SW10DEL
Brand Suburban Manufacturing / Airxcel
Product Type RV tank water heater
Tank Capacity 10 gallons
Operation Type LP gas and 120V AC electric
Ignition Type Direct spark ignition / DSI
Propane Input 12,000 BTU/h
Electric Element 1440W Incoloy element, 120V AC
Gas Recovery Rate Approx. 10.1 gallons per hour
Electric Recovery Rate Approx. 6.1 gallons per hour
Combined Recovery Rate Approx. 16.2 gallons per hour using gas and electric together
Control Voltage 12V DC relay/control for interior electric operation
Product Dimensions Approx. 16.22" H x 16.22" W x 20.5" D
Cutout Dimensions Approx. 16.38" H x 16.38" W x 20.5" D
Empty Weight Approx. 47 lbs
Full Weight Approx. 130.4 lbs
Tank Construction Porcelain-lined steel tank with replaceable anode rod
Access Door Included No; sold separately
Interior Switch Included No; DEL switch sold separately
Common Replacement Anode Suburban 233514 magnesium anode rod or 233516 aluminum anode rod
Warranty Limited 2-year manufacturer warranty; limited 3-year tank warranty noted by some sellers

📦 What's Included

• One Suburban 5244A SW10DEL 10-gallon gas/electric RV water heater
• 120V AC electric element
• 12V DC relay/control setup
• Installation documentation as supplied by manufacturer

📋 Required / Sold Separately

Exterior access door options for 10-gallon Suburban water heaters:
• 6263APW — standard door, white
• 6263AEB / 6289AEB — standard door, black
• 6259APW — flush-mount door, white
• 6259AEB — flush-mount door, black

Interior DEL switch options:
• 232882 — white DEL on/off switch
• 233111 — black DEL on/off switch
• 232881 — cream DEL on/off switch

⚠️ Verify Door Style, Switch & Installation Requirements

This water heater is not a complete install kit by itself. Confirm the required 10-gallon access door style/color and interior DEL switch color before ordering.

Installation involves LP gas, 120V AC wiring, 12V DC control wiring, plumbing, pressure relief, exterior sealing, and combustion/exhaust requirements. Installation should be performed by a qualified RV technician.

Required Accessory Selection Guide

Accessory Part Number Use / Notes
Standard Access Door - White
6263APW
Standard exterior door option for Suburban 10-gallon water heaters
Standard Access Door - Black
6263AEB / 6289AEB
Black standard exterior door option for Suburban 10-gallon water heaters
Flush-Mount Access Door - White
6259APW
White flush-mount exterior door option for Suburban 10-gallon water heaters
Flush-Mount Access Door - Black
6259AEB
Black flush-mount exterior door option for Suburban 10-gallon water heaters
DEL Interior Switch - White
232882
White interior on/off switch for Suburban DEL water heater models
DEL Interior Switch - Black
233111
Black interior on/off switch for Suburban DEL water heater models
DEL Interior Switch - Cream
232881
Cream interior on/off switch for Suburban DEL water heater models
Magnesium Anode Rod
233514
Common Suburban replacement anode rod for tank corrosion protection
Aluminum Anode Rod
233516
Alternate Suburban anode rod option where aluminum is preferred

The Suburban 5244A SW10DEL water heater requires the correct 10-gallon exterior access door and interior DEL switch for a complete installation. Match the door style, color, and switch color to the RV before ordering.



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