{"product_id":"suburban-sw6dec-6-gal-rv-water-heater-gas-electric-dsi-1440w","title":"Suburban SW6DEC 6-Gal RV Water Heater | Gas\/Electric DSI | 1440W","description":"\u003cp\u003eReplace or upgrade your RV water heater with the \u003cstrong\u003eSuburban SW6DEC 6-Gallon Gas\/Electric Water Heater (Part 5323A)\u003c\/strong\u003e — a \u003cstrong\u003edual-fuel, 6-gallon unit running on LP gas, 120V electric, or both at once\u003c\/strong\u003e for faster hot-water recovery. Direct Spark Ignition (DSI) on the gas side and a \u003cstrong\u003e1440-watt electric element\u003c\/strong\u003e on the AC side. Available at The RV Surplus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ What \"DEC\" Means in the Model Number\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuburban uses letters after the gallon size to spec the unit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSW\u003c\/strong\u003e — Suburban SW platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6\u003c\/strong\u003e — 6-gallon tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eDirect Spark Ignition\u003c\/strong\u003e (auto-light, no manual pilot)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eE\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eElectric\u003c\/strong\u003e heating element (120V AC, 1440W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eCorded\u003c\/strong\u003e (plug-in power cord, not hardwired)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Run on Gas, Electric, or Both\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLP only\u003c\/strong\u003e — for boondocking or dry camping (12,000 BTU\/h input)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectric only\u003c\/strong\u003e — for shore power\/generator use (1440W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoth together\u003c\/strong\u003e — fastest recovery during peak use (long showers, dishes back-to-back)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ \"Electric\" Refers to the Heating Element — Ignition is DSI\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"E\" in the model name is the \u003cstrong\u003edual-fuel 1440W electric heating element\u003c\/strong\u003e, which lets the unit run on 120V AC power. \u003cstrong\u003eIgnition on the gas side is Direct Spark (DSI)\u003c\/strong\u003e — no pilot to light manually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Access Door and Switch Sold Separately\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eexterior access door and on\/off switch are NOT included\u003c\/strong\u003e — required for a complete install. Compatible 6-gallon flush-mount access doors:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuburban \u003cstrong\u003e6255ACW\u003c\/strong\u003e — Colonial White\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuburban \u003cstrong\u003e6255AEB\u003c\/strong\u003e — Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Fitment — Standard 6-Gallon Cut-Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SW6DEC uses a \u003cstrong\u003estandard Suburban 6-gallon opening\u003c\/strong\u003e — direct replacement for older Suburban SW6D, SW6DE, SW6DM units. \u003cstrong\u003eMeasure your existing opening before ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.6\" W × 12.6\" H × 19.1\" D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTank Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTank Construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePorcelain-lined steel with replaceable anode rod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGas Input\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eElectric Element\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1440 watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eElectrical Connection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorded (plug-in), 120V AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIgnition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect Spark Ignition (DSI)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eControl Housing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-piece metal, weather protected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGas Connection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExterior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Porcelain-Lined Tank with Replaceable Anode Rod\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe porcelain lining resists corrosion; the \u003cstrong\u003eanode rod is sacrificial and consumable\u003c\/strong\u003e — inspect at least once per season and replace when substantially eaten away, or the tank starts corroding next. This is one of the most-skipped RV maintenance items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Before Calling It a Warranty Claim\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the unit won't fire on gas or won't heat on electric, work through basics first:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas side:\u003c\/strong\u003e check LP tank pressure, listen for the DSI board clicking, confirm 12V DC at the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectric side:\u003c\/strong\u003e confirm 120V AC at the plug, check the reset button on the thermostat, then the element continuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank empty of air:\u003c\/strong\u003e open a hot faucet inside the coach before switching on — never fire a dry tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/blogs\/rv-water-heater-replacement\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRV Water Heater Replacement Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for a full walkthrough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e(1) Suburban SW6DEC water heater (Part 5323A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNOT included (sold separately):\u003c\/strong\u003e Access door and frame, on\/off switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eManufacturer Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacked by Suburban Manufacturing's standard water-heater warranty. Register with Suburban after install to activate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrand: Suburban Manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eModel: SW6DEC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePart Number: 5323A\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCapacity: 6 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePower Type: Gas\/Electric (dual fuel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIgnition: Direct Spark Ignition (DSI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElectric Element: 1440W\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElectrical Connection: Corded plug-in, 120V AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGas Input: 12,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOverall Dimensions: 12.6\" W × 12.6\" H × 19.1\" D\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTank: Porcelain-lined steel, replaceable anode rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccess Door \/ Switch: NOT included (order 6255ACW white or 6255AEB black separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suburban","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58538890985775,"sku":"5323A","price":1013.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/7663\/0063\/files\/5323A-2.jpg?v=1790279179","url":"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/en-au\/products\/suburban-sw6dec-6-gal-rv-water-heater-gas-electric-dsi-1440w","provider":"The RV Surplus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}