Suburban Water Heater | SW5EA | 240V | 17.7L | Australia / NZ

The Suburban HWS SW5EA WaterMark Certified 5-Gallon (17.7L) Water Heater — the 240V-only Australia and New Zealand market variant. Same trusted Suburban engineering, certified for AS/NZ regulatory requirements. 240V electric heating with the proven Suburban porcelain-lined steel tank construction.

⚠️ 240V Only — NOT for US 120V Applications

This model operates on 240V AC only. It is typically NOT used in the US — where standard RV electrical is 120V. This variant is intended for markets running 240V RV electrical (typically Australia and New Zealand). Verify your RV's electrical system is 240V-compatible before ordering.

WaterMark Certified for AS/NZ Markets

Compliant with all required Australia/New Zealand regulations:

• WaterMark Certification
• Regulatory Compliance Mark
• Australia and New Zealand Gas Safety Certification

Porcelain-Lined High Tensile Steel Tank

• Porcelain-lined for corrosion resistance
• High tensile steel construction
• Pressure-tested twice for tank integrity and long service life

Anode Rod — Use Genuine Suburban Only

All Suburban RV water heaters use an anode rod that absorbs the corrosive action of hot water. Imitation anode rods can damage your Suburban HWS — always use a genuine Suburban anode rod (SKU 950-01140) with correct length and 3/4" NPT thread when replacement time comes.

Capacity + Performance

• Capacity: 17.7 L (5 gallons)
• Recovery Rate: 21 L/hr at 45°C rise
• Maximum Working Pressure: 850 kPa

Electrical

• Voltage: 240V AC — 50 Hz
• Element Rating: 1,440 Watts
• Current: 6 Amp

Dimensions and Plumbing

• Dimensions: 370mm W × 450mm D × 370mm H
• Hot water inlet: 70mm from top dead center
• Cold water inlet: 55mm from bottom dead center

⚠️ Professional Installation Required

Involves 240V AC electrical wiring, water plumbing, and structural mounting. Installation should be performed by a qualified RV service technician.

1-Year RV Surplus Warranty

Key Features

• Genuine Suburban HWS SW5EA WaterMark certified water heater
• 240V AC only — Australia/New Zealand market variant (NOT for US 120V applications)
• 17.7 L (5 gallon) capacity
• 21 L/hr recovery at 45°C rise
• 1,440W element, 6A at 240V/50Hz
• Porcelain-lined high tensile steel tank, pressure-tested twice
• Replaceable anode rod — use genuine Suburban 950-01140
• WaterMark Certified, RCM, AS/NZ Gas Safety Certified
• Dimensions: 370mm × 450mm × 370mm
• Backed by 1-year RV Surplus warranty

Specifications

• Brand: Suburban
• Model: HWS SW5EA
• Market: Australia / New Zealand (240V)
• Type: 5-Gallon Electric RV Water Heater (240V)
• Capacity: 17.7 L (5 gallons)
• Voltage: 240V AC — 50 Hz
• Element Rating: 1,440 W
• Current: 6 A
• Recovery Rate: 21 L/hr at 45°C rise
• Max Working Pressure: 850 kPa
• Tank: Porcelain-lined high tensile steel (pressure-tested twice)
• Anode Rod: Replaceable (use Suburban 950-01140 with 3/4" NPT thread)
• Dimensions: 370mm W × 450mm D × 370mm H
• Hot Water Inlet Location: 70mm from top dead center
• Cold Water Inlet Location: 55mm from bottom dead center
• Certifications: WaterMark, Regulatory Compliance Mark, Australia/New Zealand Gas Safety
• NOT for: US 120V RV electrical applications
• Warranty: 1-year RV Surplus warranty