6-gallon Suburban RV water heater with propane/electric operation, direct spark ignition, 120V AC electric element, 12V DC relay/control system, and factory power cord. Access door and interior DEL switch are 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 4/6-gallon access door and DEL switch separately. Common 4/6-gallon door options: 6261APW white standard door, 6261AEB / 6287AEB black standard door, 6255APW white flush-mount door, or 6255AEB black flush-mount door. Common DEL switch options: 232882 white interior switch or 233111 black interior switch.
The Suburban 5224A SW6DELC is a 6-gallon RV water heater designed for both LP gas and 120V electric operation. It uses direct spark ignition for propane operation and includes a 120V AC electric heating element for campground or shore-power use.
The “C” model includes a factory power cord, while the “L” relay-style control setup uses a 12V DC relay/control circuit for electric operation. This model is a common replacement choice for RVs that need a compact 6-gallon gas/electric Suburban water heater with DSI ignition and corded electric hookup.
Compact tank-style RV water heater for travel trailers, fifth wheels, and motorhomes
Runs on LP gas or 120V AC electric power when properly installed and switched
DSI propane ignition allows inside switch operation without a standing pilot
Factory power cord included for the electric heating element connection
The SW6DELC is commonly used in travel trailers, fifth wheels, motorhomes, and other RVs needing a 6-gallon Suburban gas/electric DSI water heater with corded electric connection. It may replace similar Suburban 6-gallon water heaters when the cutout, door style, plumbing, LP gas line, electrical wiring, switch setup, and venting/access requirements are verified.
• One Suburban 5224A SW6DELC 6-gallon gas/electric RV water heater • 120V AC electric element and gasket • 12V DC relay/control setup • Factory power cord • Installation documentation as supplied by manufacturer
Exterior access door options for 4/6-gallon Suburban water heaters: • 6261APW — standard door, white • 6261AEB / 6287AEB — standard door, black • 6255APW — flush-mount door, white • 6255AEB — flush-mount door, black Interior DEL switch options: • 232882 — white DEL on/off switch • 233111 — black DEL on/off switch
This water heater is not a complete install kit by itself. Confirm the required access door style/color and interior 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.
The Suburban 5224A SW6DELC water heater requires the correct exterior access door and interior DEL switch for a complete installation. Match the door style, color, and switch color to the RV before ordering.