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TRADITION SERIES P23
P23FSL | P23I | P23FSA |
OWNER’S MANUAL
∙WARNING: If your appliance is not properly installed a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
∙PLEASE read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet
∙Save these instructions.
PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Manufactured by Breckwell Hearth Products Eugene, Oregon
Grand Prairie, Texas
2 | INTRODUCTION |
Thank you for purchasing the Breckwell Pellet Burning Stove. You are now prepared to burn wood in the most efficient, convenient way possible. To achieve the safest, most efficient and most enjoyable performance from your stove, you must do three things: 1) Install it properly; 2) Operate it correctly; and 3) Maintain it regularly. The purpose of this manual is to help you do all three.
PLEASE read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
Your Breckwell P23 comes as a fireplace insert or as a freestanding stove with legs or a pedestal.
This stove has been independently tested to ASTM
This pellet stove, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
This appliance is designed specifically for use only with pelletized wood. It is designed for residential installation according to current national and local building codes as a freestanding room heater. It is also approved as a mobile home heater which is designed for connection to an outside combustion air source.
The stove will not operate using natural draft or without a power source for the blower systems and fuel feed system and must not be burned with any type of coal (see PROPER FUEL).
This stove is designed to provide the optimum proportions of fuel and air to the fire in order to burn free of smoke and soot. Any blockage of the air supply to or from the stove will seriously degrade its performance and will be evidenced by a smoking exhaust and a sooting window. For best operation the ash content of the pellet fuel should be less than 1% and the calorific value approximately 8200 BTU/LB. Avoid high ash content fuels because this will rapidly fill up the burn pot and eventually cut off the combustion air supply.
Commercial and industrial installations of Breckwell Pellet Stoves should not be used since operational control is often not well managed in these settings.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS | 3 |
∙Do not operate your stove if you smell smoke coming from it. Turn it off, monitor it, and call your dealer.
∙Never use gasoline, gasolinetype lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a fire in this stove. Keep all such liquids well away from the stove while in use.
∙Never block free airflow through the open vents of the stove.
∙Never try to repair or replace any part of the stove unless instructions are given in this manual. All other work should be done by a trained technician.
∙The stove will not operate during a power outage. If an outage does occur, check the stove for smoke spillage and open a window if any smoke spills into the room.
∙Disconnect the power cord before performing any maintenance or repairs on the stove.
NOTE: Turning the stove “off” does not disconnect all power from the stove.
∙Do not unplug the stove if you suspect a malfunction. Turn the stove off, periodically inspect it, and call your dealer.
∙Contact your local building officials to obtain a permit and information on any installation restrictions or inspection requirements in your area. Notify your insurance company of this stove as well.
∙This unit must be properly installed to prevent the possibility of a house fire. The instructions must be strictly adhered to. Do not use makeshift methods or compromise in the installation.
∙Allow the stove to cool before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning. Ashes must be disposed in a metal container with a tight lid and placed on a no combustible surface well away from the home structure.
∙This stove must be connected to a standard 120 V., 60 Hz grounded electrical outlet. Do not use an adapter plug or sever the grounding plug. Do not route the electrical cord underneath, in front of, or over the stove.
∙The exhaust system should be checked, at a minimum, at least twice a year for any build up of soot or creosote.
∙Keep foreign objects out of the
hopper.
∙Do not throw this manual away. This manual has important operating and maintenance instructions that you will need at a later time. Always follow the instructions in this manual.
∙Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near the stove.
∙The viewing door must be closed and latched during operation.
∙Do not operate the stove if the flame becomes dark and sooty or if the burnpot overfills with pellets. Turn the stove off, periodically inspect it, and call your dealer.
∙Do not touch the hot surfaces of the heater. Educate all children of the danger of a high temperature stove. Young children should be supervised when they are in the same room as the stove.
∙If the stove is installed in a room without air conditioning, or in an area where direct sunlight can shine on the unit, it is possible this can cause the temperature of the stove to rise to operational levels; one of the sensors could then make the stove start on its own. It is recommended that the stove be unplugged when not in use for extended amounts of time (i.e. during the summer months).
∙The exhaust system must be completely airtight and properly installed. The pellet vent joints must be sealed with RTV 500°F. (260°C.) silicone sealant, and with UL-
∙Your stove requires periodic maintenance and cleaning. Failure to maintain your stove may lead to smoke spillage in your home.
∙This stove is designed and approved for pelletized wood fuel only. Any other type of fuel burned in this heater will void the warranty and safety listing.
∙When installed in a mobile home, the stove must be bolted to the floor, have outside air, and NOT BE INSTALLED IN A BEDROOM (Per H.U.D. requirements). Check with local building officials.
∙Breckwell Hearth Products grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or maintenance of your stove, and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage(s).
INTRODUCTION | 2 |
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS | 3 |
SPECIFICATIONS | 5 |
INSTALLATION | 5 |
Preparation | 5 |
Clearances | 5 |
Combustion Air Supply | 6 |
When Outside Air Is Not Used | 6 |
Venting | 6 |
Freestanding Installations | 7 |
Insert Installations | 11 |
Electrical Installation | 14 |
Special Mobil Home Requirements | 14 |
OPERATION | 15 |
Proper Fuel | 15 |
15 | |
Building a Fire | 15 |
The HotRod™ Automatic Fire Starter | 15 |
Panel Controls | 15 |
Opening Door | 16 |
Room Air Fan | 16 |
16 | |
If Stove Runs Out Of Pellets | 17 |
Damper Control | 17 |
Refueling | 17 |
Breckwell Maintenance Tool | 17 |
Shutdown Procedure | 17 |
Safety Features | 17 |
Optional Thermostat | 18 |
Thermostat Installation | 18 |
(Please Read This) Operating Safety Precautions | 19 |
MAINTENANCE | 20 |
Ash Removal | 20 |
Ash Disposal - Freestanding | 20 |
Ash Disposal - Insert | 20 |
Vacuum Use | 21 |
Cleaning | 21 |
Blowers | 21 |
Chimney Cleaning | 22 |
Recommended Maintenance Schedule | 22 |
Removal & Replacement of Broken Door Glass | 22 |
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE | 23 |
Smoke Smell or Soot | 28 |
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM | 29 |
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST | 30 |
INSTALLATION | 5 |
SPECIFICATIONS
FREESTANDING:
Width: 22 ½”
Height: 29” (with pedestal), 28 ½” (with legs) Depth: 27” (excluding ash lip)
Weight: 210 lbs.
Pedestal: 40 lbs. Legs: 13 lbs.
Flue size: 3” or 4”
Hopper Capacity: Up to 60 lbs.
(this can vary widely depending on pellet size, length, and diameter) EPA status: exempt
Burn time: 1 lb. to 5 lbs. per hour BTU range: 8,200 to 47,000
Approved installations: mobile home, alcove, conventional
FIREPLACE INSERT:
Width: 21” (With flashing: 42”) Height: 20” (With flashing: 30” or 32”)
(depending on which size of flashing used) Depth: 22 ¾”
In fireplace: 11 ½” Weight: 185 lbs.
Flashing: 13 lbs. Flue size: 3” or 4”
Hopper Capacity: Up to 60 lbs.
(this can vary widely depending on pellet size, length, and diameter) EPA status: exempt
Burn time: 1 lb. to 5 lbs. per hour BTU range: 8,200 to 47,000
Approved installations:
PREPARATION
Factory packaging must be removed, and some minor assembly work is required prior to installation. Access to the rear of the stove is necessary.
The circuit board/control panel must be unpacked and installed in the side flashing on the insert. (See installation instructions provided with the circuit board)
NOTE: Normally, your dealer will perform these functions.
CLEARANCES
The Breckwell P23 Freestanding has been tested and listed for installation in residential, mobile home and alcove applications.
The P23 Insert is approved for installation into code complying masonry fireplaces.
The P23 Insert is also approved for use in listed factory built fireplaces (UL 127) and standard residential
FLOOR PROTECTION: Freestanding installations, minimum 22” wide by 31” deep. The stove must be placed on a continuous (grouted joints) noncombustible material such as ceramic tile, cement board, brick, 3/8” millboard or equivalent, or other approved or listed material suited for floor protection. NOTE: ceramic tile, or any tile, requires a continuous sheet beneath to prevent the possibility of embers falling through to the combustible floor if cracks or separation should occur in the finished surface, this would include floor protection for
Clearances are measured from the sides, back and face (door opening) or stove body (refer to fig. 4).
DO NOT USE MAKESHIFT MATERIALS OR COMPROMISES IN THE INSTALLATION OF THIS UNIT.
INSTALL VENT WITH CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER.
6 | INSTALLATION |
COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY
For a mobile home installation the stove must be connected to an outside source of combustion air. A 2” inside diameter metallic pipe, either flexible or rigid, may be attached to the inlet at the stove’s rear (refer to figures 5 and 6). A rodent guard (minimum ¼” wire mesh)/wind hood must be used at the terminus (refer to figure 7). All connections must be secured and airtight by either using the appropriately sized hose clamp and/or
For mobile home installations only: 2” inside diameter pipe may be used for the first 5 feet of combustion air supply run. From 5 to 10 feet use 2 ¾” inside diameter pipe. No combustion air supply may exceed 10 feet.
Sources of Outside Combustion Air
a.In fireplaces
∙Chimney top.
∙Ash clean out door.
b.For freestanding installations
∙A hole in floor near stove rear terminating only in a ventilated crawl space.
∙A hole in the wall behind the stove.
WHEN OUTSIDE AIR IS NOT USED
If outside air is not used, it is important that combustion air is easily available to the air inlet. A closeable outside air register can be used in tightly insulated homes. In insert installations, flashing vents should not be restricted. The flashing should not necessarily seal the fireplace face.
VENTING
The Breckwell P23 Freestanding is certified for use with listed TYPE
This is a pressurized exhaust system. All vent connector joints must be sealed with 500°F (260°C) RTV silicone sealant to ensure consistent performance and avoid smoke spillage. All horizontal connector joints must be sealed with
DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEM OF THIS UNIT.
INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER.
INSTALLATION | 7 |
Equivalent Vent Length (EVL)
The longer the run of pipe in your installation (both with insert and freestanding models), the more restriction there is in the system. Therefore, larger diameter pipe should be used.
∙Use 4” pipe if you have more than 15 feet of equivalent vent length.
∙Horizontal runs shall not exceed 10 feet of EVL.
∙Recommended vertical runs to be a minimum of 8 feet.
∙To calculate EVL, use the following conversions:
90º elbow or “T” | = 5 equivalent feet |
45º elbow | = 3 equivalent feet |
Horizontal Pipe Run | = 1 equivalent foot per actual foot |
Vertical Pipe Run | = 0.5 equivalent foot per actual foot |
NOTE: At altitudes above 3,000 feet, we suggest the use of 4” diameter vent at an EVL of 7 feet or more.
FREESTANDING INSTALLATIONS
A.ASSEMBLING PEDESTAL OR LEG SET
If using a pedestal, follow the instructions inside the Breckwell P23 Pedestal w/ Ashpan Part #
(Refer to figure 8).
If using cast legs, follow the instructions inside the Breckwell P23
Leg Set w/ Ashpan Part #
Legs are installed by using the four bolts provided in the kit into the four holes under the stove at each corner, thread on nuts from the top and tighten. Make sure to save the hole plugs.
NOTE: If converting from legs to pedestal the hole plugs must be installed in the unused holes.
FIGURE 8
8 | INSTALLATION |
B.HORIZONTALLY THROUGH WALL
(refer to Figure 9)
NOTE: Follow
1.Position stove, adhering to clearances shown in Figures 1 & 2.
2.Locate position of hole in wall; directly behind stove exhaust vent (refer to figure 5).
3.Always maintain 3” clearance from combustible materials.
4.Install
5.Attach enough piping to penetrate and extend at least 6” beyond exterior walls. A minimum
6.Attach cap and seal outside wall thimbles with
7.Termination should not be located so that hot exhaust gases can ignite trees, shrubs, or grasses or be a hazard to children. Exhaust gases can reach temperatures of 500ºF and cause serious burns if touched.
FIGURE 9
Locate terminations: a) not less than 3 feet above any forced air inlet located within 10 feet; b) not less than 4 feet below or horizontally from, or one foot above, any door, window or gravity air inlet into any building; c) not less than two feet from an adjacent building and not less than 7 feet above grade when located adjacent to a public walkway. Mobile home installations must use a spark arrester.
INSTALLATION | 9 |
B.VERTICALLY WITH NEW CHIMNEY SYSTEM (Refer to Figure 10)
NOTE: Follow
OPTION: To achieve a center vertical installation a 45º elbow and a
OPTION: Install
1.Always maintain 3” clearance from combustible materials. When passing through additional floors or ceilings, always install firestop spacer.
2.After lining up for hole in roof, cut either around or square hole in roof, always 3” larger all the way around pipe. Install upper edge and sides of flashing under roofing materials, nail to the roof along upper edge. Do not nail lower edge. Seal nail heads with
3.Apply
C.VERTICALLY INTO EXISTING CHIMNEY SYSTEM
Adapters are available to adapt from 3”
As an alternative, 3” or 4”
This is the preferred method.
Follow guidelines for equivalent vent length.
10 | INSTALLATION |
D.VERTICALLY INTO EXISTING MASONRY FIREPLACE
NOTE: Follow
1.Have the masonry chimney inspected by a qualified chimney sweep or installer to determine its structural condition.
2.You will need a pipe length equal to the chimney height from the hearth. If outside combustion air is to be used, you will need a pipe length equal to the chimney height plus 18 inches.
3.Install a blanking plate and the chimney pipe, and if used the outside air pipe, as shown in Figure 12.
4.Attach the DuraVent adapter, a section of pipe and clean out tee, making sure the clean out tee is centered in the chimney flue area. Use RTV, metallic tape, and a minimum of three
5.Position the stove, adhering to the clearances in Figures 1 & 2.
6.Measure and build chimney top plate. Cut out holes for chimney pipe, and if used the outside air pipe. Install and seal with
E.INSTALLATION THROUGH SIDE OF MASONRY CHIMNEY
NOTE: Follow
1.Position the stove, adhering to the clearances in Figures 1 & 2. Mark the center of the hole where the pipe is to pierce the masonry chimney.
2.It will be necessary to break out the masonry around the location of the pipe center mark. Use a
3.Measure and build chimney top plate. Cut out holes for chimney pipe, and if used the outside air pipe.
4.Install the tee on the bottom of the vertical pipe system and lower it down the chimney until the center branch of the tee is level with the center of the hole in the masonry, as shown in Figure 13.
5.Install and seal the top plate from step 3 with nonhardening mastic. Slip the storm collar over the pipe, and while holding the pipe at the proper elevation, affix the collar with a minimum of three ¼” stainless steel sheet metal screws. Seal all joints and seams around the collar.
6.Connect the horizontal pipe by pushing it through the hole in the masonry and lining it up with the branch in the tee. Push the pipe into the tee while twisting it to lock it into the tee.
7.If desired, once the horizontal pipe is in place, the space between the pipe and masonry may be filled with
8.Install the trim collar. An adjustable pipe length and adapter may be needed to finish the connection to the stove.
INSTALLATION | 11 |
INSERT INSTALLATIONS
Insert installations must be vented with 3” or 4” pipe. Pipe may be single wall stainless steel flexible pipe. Vent may terminate within chimney beyond a blanking plate or extend to the chimney top. See “COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY” for outside air access information.
The fireplace and chimney should be cleaned thoroughly before starting the installation. We suggest painting the interior of particularly old and dirty fireplaces to seal any odors. In zeroclearance fireplace installations, when the fireplace opening is above the floor or raised hearth, the adjustable “Breckwell P23 Z- C Legs” (part #
A.ASSEMBLING THE FLASHING SET
Follow the instructions packaged with the P23 Flashing set part
(Refer to Figure 15)
12 | INSTALLATION |
B.WHEN VENT PIPE EXTENDS TO CHIMNEY TOP
(Refer to Figures 16 and 17)
1.You will need a pipe length equal to the chimney height (from hearth) plus 6 inches. If outside combustion air is to be used, you will need a pipe length (see “COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY”) equal to the chimney height plus 12 inches.
2.Attach cerablanket wrap to that end of vent pipe that will connect to the stove. Use
3.Set the insert on the hearth and slide it in far enough to attach the vent pipe (and combustion pipe if used).
4.Attach flashing (refer to Figure 15), route power cord out the side nearest a 120V receptacle. Slide in insert.
5.Measure and build chimney top. Cut out hole for vent pipe (and combustion air intake pipe, if used). Install and seal with a
C.WHEN VENT PIPE EXTENDS THROUGH CHIMNEY BLANKING PLATE
(Masonry Fireplaces Only)
(Refer to Figures 16 and 17)
1.You will need a pipe length that extends 12” above the blanking plate. NOTE: This installation is optional but not recommended. Outside combustion air cannot be drawn from the chimney cavity in this installation.
2.Attach cerablanket wrap to that end of vent pipe that will connect to the stove. Use
3.Measure and build blanking plate. Cut out hole for vent pipe (and combustion air intake pipe, if used). Install and carefully seal blanking plate with
4.Slide vent pipe (and intake pipe if used) up through the blanking plate hole, leaving enough to pull back down.
5.Set the insert on the hearth, adjust the leveling bolts on the rear sides, and slide it in far enough to attach the vent pipe (and combustion air pipe if used). Be sure to seal where the pipe passes through the blanking plate.
6.Attach flashing (refer to Figure 15), route power cord out the side nearest a 120V receptacle. Slide in insert.
INSTALLATION | 13 |
D.AS A
Figures 18 and 19 describe a P23 installation vented into either a special chase built outside an outer wall or a false inside wall. This is especially suited for new construction or remodeling.
The equipment compartment (sides and rear of the stove in fireplace) must be enclosed per the applicable electrical standards.
NOTE: Floor protection for
The chase dimensions shown are minimums and must be maintained.
FIGURE 18
FIGURE 19
14 | INSTALLATION |
E.INSTALLATION IN TO A FACTORY BUILT (METAL) FIREPLACE
(Refer to figure 20)
When installing into a factory built fireplace, the firebox must accept the insert without modification other than removing bolted or screwed together pieces such as smoke shelf/deflectors, ash lips, screen or door tracks and damper assemblies. These items must be reinstalled to restore the fireplace to its original operating condition if the insert is removed and not replaced. The removal of any part must not alter the integrity of the listed fireplace in any way. In
The factory built fireplace must be listed per UL 127. Installation must include a full height listed chimney liner meeting type HT requirements (2100° F) per 1777 (U.S.). The liner must be securely attached to the insert flue collar and the chimney top. The damper area must be sealed to prevent room air passage to chimney cavity.
Alteration of the fireplace in any manner is not permitted except with the following exceptions:
∙External trim pieces, which do not affect the operation of the fireplace, may be removed proving they can be stored on or within, the fireplace for
∙The fireplace damper may be removed to install the chimney liner.
Circulating air chambers, louvers or cooling air inlet or outlet ports (i.e. in a steel fireplace liner or metal heat circulator) shall not be blocked. Means must be provided for removal of the insert to clean the chimney flue.
A permanent metal warning label must be attached to the back wall of the fireplace opening stating the following:
∙“This fireplace has been altered to accommodate a fireplace insert and should be inspected by a qualified person prior to
∙This label is available upon request.
Final approval is contingent on the authority having jurisdiction.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
This stove is provided with an
FIGURE 20
SPECIAL MOBILE HOME REQUIREMENTS
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM.
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For installation in a mobile home, an outside source of combustion air must be used (See “COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY”).
The P23 must be grounded to the steel chassis of the home with 8 Ga. copper wire using a serrated or star washer to penetrate paint or protective coating to ensure grounding.
The P23 must be securely fastened to the floor of the mobile home.
Refer to “VENTING” for proper exhaust configurations.
CAUTION: THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME FLOOR, WALL AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED.
OPERATION | 15 |
PROPER FUEL
THIS STOVE IS APPROVED FOR BURNING PELLETIZED WOOD FUEL ONLY!
a.Excess Fines – “Fines” is a term describing crushed pellets or loose material that looks like sawdust or sand. Pellets can be screened before being placed in hopper to remove most fines.
b.Binders – Some pellets are produced with materials to hold them together, or “bind” them.
c.High ash content – Poor quality pellets will often create smoke and dirty glass. They will create a need for more frequent maintenance. You will have to empty the burnpot plus vacuum the entire system more often. Poor quality pellets could damage the auger. Breckwell cannot accept responsibility for damage due to poor quality pellets. Your dealer can recommend a good quality pellet dealer in your area.
Remove optional imitation log set if in use. Remove burnpot, making sure it is clean and none of the air holes are plugged. Clean the firebox, and then reinstall burnpot. Clean door glass if necessary (a dry cloth or paper towel is usually sufficient). Never use abrasive cleaners on the glass or door. Check fuel in the hopper, and refill if necessary.
NOTE: The P23 Hopper can hold up to 60 lbs. of pellets.
BUILDING A FIRE
Never use a grate or other means of supporting the fuel. Use only the Breckwell approved burnpot.
NOTE: During the first few fires, your stove will emit an odor as the high temperature paint cures or becomes seasoned to the metal. Maintaining smaller fires will minimize this. Avoid placing items on stovetop during this period because paint could be affected.
THE HOTROD AUTOMATIC FIRESTARTER
a.Fill hopper and clean burnpot.
b.Press “On/Off” button. Make sure light is on.
c.Adjust damper to 1/4” open (pushed in is closed). This will vary depending on your installation and elevation. Once fire is established adjust for desired flame.
d.Adjust feed rate to desired setting by pressing “Heat Level Advance” button.
If fire doesn’t start in 15 minutes, press “On/Off”, wait a few minutes and start procedure again.
PANEL CONTROLS (See Figure 21)
The blowers and automatic fuel supply are controlled from a panel on the
16 | OPERATION |
a.ON/OFF SWITCH
∙When pushed the stove will automatically ignite. No other firestarter is necessary. The igniter will stay on for at least 10 and up to 15 minutes, depending on when Proof of Fire is reached. The fire should start in about 5 minutes.
∙The green light located above the On/Off button (in the On/Off box) will flash during the ignition
∙The Heat Level Advance is inoperable during the ignition start period. When the green light continuously stays on the Heat Level Advance can be adjusted to achieve the desired heat output.
NOTE: If the stove has been shut off, and you want to
b.FUEL FEED SWITCH
∙When the “Fuel Feed” button is pushed and held down the stove will feed pellets continuously into the burnpot.
∙While the stove’s auger system is feeding pellets the green light (in the “Fuel Feed” box) will be on. (See figure 21)
CAUTION: DO NOT USE THIS CONTROL DURING NORMAL OPERATION BECAUSE IT COULD SMOTHER THE FIRE AND LEAD TO A DANGEROUS SITUATION.
c.HIGH FAN SWITCH
∙The room air fan speed varies directly with the feed rate. The “HIGH FAN” switch overrides this variable speed function. It will set the room air blower speed to high at any feed rate setting.
∙When the “HIGH FAN” button is pushed the room air fan will switch to its highest setting.
∙When this button is pushed again the room air fan will return to its original setting based on the Heat Level Advance setting.
∙If the “HIGH FAN” setting is used for extended periods of time it can shorten the life expectancy of the room air fan. Avoid use at this setting for more than one hour at a time.
d.RESET TRIM
Different size and quality pellet fuel may require adjustment of the “1” feed setting on the Heat Level Advance bar graph. This is usually a
∙When the “1” & “4” lights are illuminated on the bar graph the low feed rate is at its “lowest” setting. (Approx. 0.9 pounds per hour)
∙When the “1” light is illuminated on the bar graph the low feed rate is at its “normal” setting.
∙When the “1” & “5” lights are illuminated on the bar graph the low feed rate is at its “highest” setting.
NOTE: When the stove is set on “1” the “reset trim” values will be shown on the Heat Level Advance bar graph. For example if the Reset Trim is set to its lowest setting every time the stove is set to low the “1” and “4” lights will be illuminated on the bar graph.
e.HEAT LEVEL ADVANCE
∙This button when pushed will set the pellet feed rate, hence the heat output of your stove. The levels of heat output will incrementally change on the bar graph starting from level “1” to “5”.
CAUTION: THE “5” SETTING IS DESIGNED FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY. IF USED FOR EXTENDED PERIODS, IT CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE EXPECTANCY OF THE UNITS COMPONENTS. AVOID USE AT THIS SETTING FOR MORE THAN ONE OR TWO HOURS AT A TIME.
OPENING DOOR
If the door is opened while the stove is in operation it must be closed within 30 seconds or the stove will shut down. If the stove shuts down push the “On/Off” button to continue the operation of your stove.
ROOM AIR FAN
When starting your stove the Room Air Fan will not come on until the stove’s heat exchanger warms up. This usually takes about 10 minutes from
If the stove has been shut off, and you want to
OPERATION | 17 |
IF STOVE RUNS OUT OF PELLETS
The fire goes out and the auger motor and blowers will run until the stove cools. This will take 30 to 45 minutes.
After the stove components stop running the “On/Off” and the BAR GRAPH lights stay on for 10 minutes.
After the 10 minutes the “3” light on the bar graph will flash and the “On/Off” light will go off.
To restart, refill hopper and press “Fuel Feed” button until pellets begin to fall into burnpot. Press “On/Off” button.
DAMPER CONTROL
The damper control rod on the stove’s lower left side adjusts the combustion air. This control is necessary due to the varied burn characteristics of individual installations, different pellet brands and pellet feed rates. It allows you to improve the efficiency of your stove. Providing correct combustion air will reduce the frequency of cleaning your glass door and prevent the rapid buildup of creosote inside your stove and chimney.
You should adjust the damper based on the fire’s appearance. A low, reddish, dirty fire can be improved by pulling the damper out slightly. A “blow torch” fire can be improved by pushing the damper in a bit.
As a general rule, on lower feed rate settings, the damper should be in farther. On higher feed rates, the damper should be more open. Through trial and error, you will find the best setting. Consult your dealer if you need help.
NOTE: On “1”, damper should be out approximately ¼” to ½”. If damper is out too far, it can cause the fire to go out.
REFUELING
We recommend that you not let the hopper drop below ¼ full.
KEEP HOPPER LID CLOSED AT ALL TIMES EXCEPT WHEN REFILLING. DO NOT OVERFILL HOPPER.
BRECKWELL MAINTENANCE TOOL
A tool has been provided to help with the following functions:
FIGURE 22
a.Stirring pellets in hopper – unlike liquids in a tank, pellets do not drain evenly into the auger. Bridging across the opening can occur. Pellets can hang up on the sides of the hopper. Occasionally “stirring” the hopper can help.
NOTE: To help prevent bridging of pellets, common wax paper can be rubbed on the sidewalls and bottom of the hopper.
b.Cleaning heat exchanger tubes – see instructions in “CLEANING”.
The Feature Tool is a DOS-bootable tool for changing various ATA features. Hitachi deskstar driver official site.
c.Scrape ashes from burnpot.
SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
Turning your Breckwell stove off is a matter of pressing the “On/Off” control panel switch. The green light will go out. The blowers will continue to operate until internal firebox temperatures have fallen to a preset level.
SAFETY FEATURES
a.Your stove is equipped with a resettable high temperature thermodisk. This disc has a reset button on its backside. This safety switch has two functions.
1.To recognize an overheat situation in the stove and shut down the fuel feed or auger system.
2.To recognize an internal control board failure and shut down the fuel feed or auger system.
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NOTE: Like a circuit breaker, once tripped, the reset button will have to be pushed before restarting your stove. The manufacturer recommends that you call your dealer if this occurs as this may indicate a more serious problem. A service call may be required.
b.In case of a malfunctioning convection blower, a
NOTE: Thermodisk must be reset after this occurs.
c.If the combustion blower fails, an air pressure switch will automatically shut down the auger.
NOTE: Opening the stove door for more than 30 seconds during operation will cause enough pressure change to activate the air switch, shutting the fuel feed off. Close the door and press “On/Off” button to continue operation of your stove.
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OPTIONAL THERMOSTAT
A thermostat may help you maintain a constant house temperature automatically. A millivolt thermostat is required. A fixed wall mount or Breckwell’s hand held model can be used. The control panel can be set up two ways to operate your stove in thermostat mode.
THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION
∙A MILLIVOLT THERMOSTAT IS REQUIRED.
∙Unplug stove from power outlet.
∙Remove control board from stove.
∙The two thermostat wires connect to the terminal block on the lower right side of the back of the control board.
(See figure 23)
∙Loosen the two screws.
∙Make sure to remove the jumper wire from the terminal block prior to connecting the wires.
∙Insert the wires in the terminal side and tighten the two screws.
SHUNTS
To change from the factory setting all that is required is to move one shunt. There is one shunt and two sets of pins on the rear upper left part of the control board. J8 or the two upper shunt and pins should be disregarded as it is for factory testing of the control board. J9 is the lower shunt and pins.
∙When the J9 shunt is over one pin, or off both pins, the digital control board is in high/low thermostat mode. THIS IS THE FACTORY SETTING FOR THE DIGITAL CONTROL BOARD.
∙When the shunt is over both pins the digital control board is in ON/OFF thermostat mode.
MODES
HIGH/LOW THERMOSTAT MODE
∙When engaged in this mode the stove will automatically switch between two settings. When warm enough, it will switch to the #1 or low setting. The room air blower will also slow to its lowest speed.
∙The Heat Level Advance setting on the bar graph will stay where it was initially set. When the house cools below the thermostat setting, the stove will switch to the feed rate of the heat level advance setting.
ON/OFF THERMOSTAT MODE
∙In this mode when the home is warm enough the stove will shut off. The fans will continue to run until the stove cools.
∙When the home cools below the thermostat setting, the stove will automatically restart and run at the last feed rate setting.
NOTE: When in “high/low” or “on/off” thermostat mode –
∙Do not operate the stove higher than the #3 setting.
∙Set damper control rod approximately ½” out. This will vary depending on elevation and weather conditions.
∙When stove is hooked up to a thermostat it will not operate in manual mode. This means that if the thermostat is switched to its “off” position the unit cannot be operated at the control panel.
∙When the stove is first plugged in it may start up on its own, THIS IS OK, let it go through the start up cycle (about 15 minutes), and it should be fine from then on.
∙YOUR THERMOSTAT SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER OR SERVICE PERSON.
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OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ THIS!
a.If you notice a smoldering fire (burnpot full but no visible flame) AND a heavy smoke buildup in firebox, immediately TURN OFF the stove, but DO NOT unplug it. Do not open the door, change the damper setting or tamper with any controls on the stove.Wait until firebox clears, and blowers shut down, do as instructed in
b.DO NOT STORE OR USE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, ESPECIALLY GASOLINE, IN THE VICINITY OF YOUR BRECKWELL STOVE. NEVER USE A GAS OR PROPANE TORCH, GASOLINE, GASOLINETYPE LANTERN FUEL, KEROSENE, CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR FLUIDS TO START OR “FRESHEN UP” A FIRE IN THIS HEATER.
c.WARNING: DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS STOVE. This may cause serious damage to your stove and void your warranty. It also may create a fire hazard in your home.IF ANY EXTERNAL PART OF THE UNIT BEGINS TO GLOW, YOU ARE OVERFIRING. Immediately press the “POWER” switch on the control panel.
d.KEEP ALL LOOSE OR MOVEABLE HOUSEHOLD COMBUSTIBLES, SUCH AS FURNITURE, DRAPES, TOYS, ETC. AT LEAST THREE FEET FROM THE OPERATING STOVE.
e.Maintain proper ventilation. It is important that adequate oxygen be supplied to the fire for the combustion process. Modern houses are often so well insulated that it may become necessary to open a window slightly or install an outside air vent to provide sufficient combustion air.
f.Since heating with a solid fuel is potentially hazardous, even with a well made and thoroughly tested stove,
it would be wise to install strategically placed smoke detectors and have a fire extinguisher in a convenient location, near an exit.
g.Do not open stove door when operating unless necessary. This will create a dirty, inefficient burn and could allow smoke spillage or sparks to escape.
h.Do not permit operation by young children or those unfamiliar with stove’s operation.
i.Do not service or clean this appliance without disconnecting the power cord.
j.Do not abuse the door glass by striking, slamming or similar trauma. Do not operate the stove with the glass removed, cracked or broken.
k.If the stove is installed in a room without air conditioning, or in an area where direct sunlight can shine on the unit, it is possible this can cause the temperature of the stove to rise to operational levels; one of the sensors could then make the stove start on its own. It is recommended that the stove be unplugged when not in use for extended amounts of time (i.e. during the summer months).
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FAILURE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THIS UNIT AS INDICATED CAN RESULT IN POOR PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY HAZARDS. NEVER CLEAN WHEN HOT.
NOTE: Inspect burn pot periodically to see that holes have not become plugged, if so, clean thoroughly.
ASH REMOVAL
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a
ASH DISPOSAL – FREESTANDING MODELS
The P23 Freestanding has an ash bin located below the firebox. To remove ashes:
a.Make sure fire is out and firebox is cool.
b.Clean heat exchanger tubes (see “CLEANING” and Figure 24).
c.Remove optional imitation log set, if in use. Remove burn pot by grasping it, and the slider plate, and pulling straight out (refer to Figure 25).
d.Empty ashes from burn pot. Scrape burn pot with cleaning tool. Make sure burnpot holes are not plugged.
e.Scrape ash in firebox into the
WARNING: Make sure ashes are cool to the touch before using a vacuum. See “VACUUM USE”.
f.Periodically remove and empty ash bin (see Figure 27) by pulling on handle below ash lip.
Dispose of ashes properly. (See “ASH REMOVAL” above)
g.Replace ash bin.
h.Replace burn pot and slider plate. Make sure the burn pot is level and it, and the slider plate, are both pushed all the way back in when they are reinstalled. If the burn pot is not reinstalled properly, the Hot Rod will not work properly.
ASH DISPOSAL - INSERT
Remove ashes periodically as they fill the firebox. To remove ashes:
a.Make sure fire is out and firebox is cool.
b.Clean heat exchanger tubes (see “CLEANING” and Figure 24).
c.Remove optional imitation log set, if in use. Remove burn pot by grasping and pulling straight out.
d.Empty ashes from burn pot. Scrape burn pot with cleaning tool. Make sure burnpot holes are not plugged.
e.Use small shovel or vacuum to remove ashes. WARNING:
Make sure ashes are cool to the touch before using a vacuum. See “VACUUM USE”.
f.Replace burn pot. Make sure it is level and pushed all the way back on. If not reinstalled properly, the Hot Rod will not work properly.
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VACUUM USE
If a vacuum is used to clean your unit, we suggest using a vacuum designed for ashes.
(We recommend LoveLess Ash Vac,
Some regular vacuums and shop vacs leak ash into the room. Your vacuum or shop vac may have a special filter or bag available to eliminate this leakage.
CLEANING
a.Heat Exchange Tubes – Your Breckwell stove is designed with a
b.Interior Chambers – Four ash doors in the firebox in the P23 can be removed for periodic cleaning (refer to figure 26). These doors allow access to the chamber surrounding the firebox.
Periodically, you must vacuum ashes from this chamber. In some cases you will need to remove creosote, which can accumulate rapidly under certain conditions. A small wire brush can be used. It is important to remove this creosote because it is highly combustible. INSPECT BEHIND THESE CLEANING PLATES AT LEAST ONCE PER TON OF PELLETS BURNED UNTIL YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH HOW ASHES AND CREOSOTE ACCUMULATE WITH YOUR OPERATING PRACTICES. Use the small wire brush to also clean the inside of the chamber walls, above the access doors.
BLOWERS
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING UNIT.
∙ Cleaning – Over a period of time, ashes or dust may collect on the blades of both the combustion blower and convection blower. Periodically the blowers should be vacuumed clean as these ashes can impede performance. Creosote can also accumulate in the combustion blower. This needs to be brushed clean. The convection blower is accessed by opening the stove’s left side panel. The combustion blower can be accessed by opening the stoves right side panel. The convection blower is on the left (facing stove), and the combustion blower is on the right.
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NOTE: When cleaning, be careful not to dislodge balancing clip on convection blower or to bend fan blades. Some stove owners lightly spray an
∙ Oiling – Convection blower only. Manufacturer suggests oiling every 6 months. Refer to figure 28a & 29 for lubrication points. Use SAE 20W motor oil or turbine oil. Limit to one or two drops.
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CHIMNEY CLEANING
a.Creosote Formation – When any wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue or a newly started fire or from a
b.Fly Ash – This accumulates in the horizontal portion of an exhaust run. Though noncombustible, it may impede the normal exhaust flow. It should therefore be periodically removed.
c.Inspection and Removal – The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected annually or per ton to determine if a creosote or fly ash
The creosote should be removed with a brush specifically designed for the type of chimney in use. A qualified chimney sweep can perform this service. It is also recommended that before each heating season the entire system be professionally inspected, cleaned and, if necessary, repaired.
To clean the chimney, detach the vent at the combustion blower transition where it is attached to the blower.
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Use this as a guide under
Daily | Weekly | Annually or per Ton | |
Burn Pot | Stirred | Emptied | |
Glass | Wiped | Cleaned | |
Combustion Chamber | Brushed | ||
Ashes | Emptied | ||
Interior Chambers | Vacuumed | ||
Heat Exchange Tubes | Two passes | ||
Combustion Blower Blades | Vacuumed / Brushed | ||
Convection Blower Impeller | Vacuumed / Brushed | ||
Convection Blower Motor | Oiled – | ||
Vent System | Cleaned | ||
Gaskets | Inspected | ||
Hopper (end of season) | Emptied and vacuumed |
Gasket around door and door glass should be inspected and repaired or replaced when necessary (see “REPLACEMENT PARTS”).
REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF BROKEN DOOR GLASS
While wearing leather gloves (or any other gloves suitable for handling broken glass), carefully remove any loose pieces of glass from the doorframe. Dispose of all broken glass properly. Return the damaged door to your Breckwell Dealer for repair or replacement.
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Neither the appliance owner nor any other unauthorized person(s) should replace the door glass. An authorized Breckwell dealer must perform all repairs involving door glass.
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When your stove acts out of the ordinary, the first reaction is to call for help. This guide may save time and money by enabling you to solve simple problems yourself. Problems can be caused by to only five factors: 1) poor fuel; 2) poor operation or maintenance; 3) poor installation; 4) component failure; 5) factory defect. You can usually solve those problems related to 1 and 2. Your dealer can solve problems relating to 3, 4 and 5. Refer to figures 28, 29 and 30 to help locate indicated parts.
STOVE SHUTS OFF AND THE # 2 LIGHT FLASHES
Possible Causes: | Possible Remedies: (Unplug stove first when possible) | |
1. | Airflow switch hose or stove attachment pipes for hose are | Unhook air hose from the air switch and blow through it. If air flows |
blocked. | freely, the hose and tube are fine. If air will not flow throw the hose, | |
use a wire coat hanger to clear the blockage. | ||
2. | The air inlet, burnpot, interior combustion air chambers, | Follow all cleaning procedures in the maintenance section of the |
combustion blower, or exhaust pipe are blocked with ash or | owner’s manual. | |
foreign material. | ||
3. | The firebox is not properly sealed. | Make sure the door is closed and that the gasket is in good shape. |
If the ash door has a latch, make sure the ash door is properly | ||
latched and the gasket is sealing good. If the stove has just a small | ||
hole for the ashes to fall through under the burnpot, make sure the | ||
slider plate is in place to seal off the firebox floor. | ||
4. | Vent pipe is incorrectly installed. | Check to make sure vent pipe installation meets criteria in owner’s |
manual. | ||
5. | The airflow switch wire connections are bad. | Check the connectors that attach the gray wires to the air switch. |
6. | The gray wires are pulled loose at the Molex connector on the | Check to see if the gray wires are loose at the Molex connector. |
wiring harness. | ||
7. | Combustion blower failure. | With the stove on, check to see if the combustion blower is running. |
If it is not, you will need to check for power going to the combustion | ||
blower. It should be a full current. If there is power, the blower is | ||
bad. If there is not, see #8. | ||
8. | Control board not sending power to combustion blower. | If there is no current going to the combustion blower, check all wire |
connections. If all wires are properly connected, you have a bad | ||
control board. | ||
9. | Control board not sending power to air switch. | There should be a |
switch after the stove has been on for 30 seconds. | ||
10. | Air switch has failed (very rare). | To test the air switch, you will need to disconnect the air hose from |
the body of the stove. With the other end still attached to the air | ||
switch, very gently suck on the loose end of the hose (you may want | ||
to remove the hose entirely off the stove and the air switch first and | ||
make sure it is clear). If you hear a click, the air switch is working. | ||
BE CAREFUL TOO MUCH VACUUM CAN DAMAGE THE AIR | ||
SWITCH. |
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STOVE SHUTS OFF AND THE # 3 LIGHT FLASHES
Possible Causes: | Possible Remedies: (Unplug stove first when possible) | |
1. | The hopper is out of pellets. | Refill the hopper. |
2. | The air damper is too far open for a low feed setting. | If burning on the low setting, you may need to close the damper all |
the way (push the knob in so it touches the side of the stove). | ||
3. | The burnpot is not pushed completely to the rear of the firebox. | Make sure that the air intake collar on the burnpot is touching the |
rear wall of the firebox. | ||
4. | The burnpot holes are blocked. | Remove the burnpot and thoroughly clean it. |
5. | The air inlet, the interior chambers, or exhaust system has a | Follow all cleaning procedures in the maintenance section of the |
partial blockage. | owner’s manual. | |
6. | The auger shaft is jammed. | Start by emptying the hopper. Then remove the auger motor by |
removing the auger pin. Remove the auger shaft inspection plate in | ||
the hopper so that you can see the auger shaft. Gently lift the auger | ||
shaft straight up so that the end of the auger shaft comes up out of | ||
the bottom auger bushing. Next, remove the two nuts that hold the | ||
top auger biscuit in. Then rotate the bottom end of the auger shaft | ||
up towards you until you can lift the shaft out of the stove. After you | ||
have removed the shaft, inspect it for bent flights, burrs, or broken | ||
welds. Remove any foreign material that might have caused the | ||
jam. Also, check the auger tube for signs of damage such as burrs, | ||
rough spots, or grooves cut into the metal that could have caused a | ||
jam. | ||
7. | The auger motor has failed. | Remove the auger motor from the auger shaft and try to run the unit. |
If the motor will turn the shaft is jammed on something. If the motor | ||
will not turn, the motor is bad. | ||
8. | The Proof of Fire (POF) thermodisk has malfunctioned. | Temporarily bypass the POF thermodisk by disconnecting the two |
brown wires and connecting them with a short piece of wire. Then | ||
plug the stove back in. If the stove comes on and works, you need | ||
to replace the POF thermodisk. This is for testing only. DO NOT | ||
LEAVE THE THERMODISC BYPASSED. Your blowers will never | ||
shut off and if the fire went out the auger will continue to feed pellets | ||
until the hopper is empty if you leave the POF thermodisk bypassed. | ||
9. | The high limit thermodisk has tripped or is defective. | Using the owner’s manual, locate the high limit thermodisk. There is |
a red button located on the back of it. Press the red button. If you | ||
hear a click, the high limit had tripped. The stove should now | ||
function normally. To test if the thermodisk is bad, you can bypass it | ||
as described previously for the POF thermodisk. | ||
10. | The F2 fuse on the control board has blown. | Remove the control board. On the back there are two fuses. The |
one closer to the edge is the F2 fuse. If it appears to be bad, | ||
replace it with a 5 Amp 250 Volt fuse. Plug the stove back in and try | ||
to run the unit. | ||
11. The control board is not sending power to the POF thermodisk | There should be a | |
or other auger system components. | thermodisk after the stove has been on for 10 minutes. |
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STOVE FEEDS PELLETS, BUT WILL NOT IGNITE
Possible Causes: | Possible Remedies: | |
1. | Air damper open too far for ignition. | Push the air damper in closer to the side of the stove for startup. In |
some situations it may be necessary to have the damper completely | ||
closed for ignition to take place. After there is a flame, the damper | ||
can then be adjusted for the desired feed setting. | ||
2. | Blockage in igniter tube or inlet for igniter tube. | Find the igniter housing on the backside of the firewall. The air |
intake hole is a small hole located on bottom side of the housing. | ||
Make sure it is clear. Also, look from the front of the stove to make | ||
sure there is not any debris around the igniter element inside of the | ||
igniter housing. | ||
3. | The burnpot is not pushed completely to the rear of the firebox. | Make sure that the air intake collar on the burnpot is touching the |
rear wall of the firebox. | ||
4. | Bad igniter element. | Put power directly to the igniter element. Watch the tip of the igniter |
from the front of the stove. After about 2 minutes the tip should | ||
glow. If it does not, the element is bad. | ||
5. | The control board is not sending power to the igniter. | Check the voltage going to the igniter during startup. It should be a |
full current. If the voltage is lower than full current, check the wiring. | ||
If the wiring checks out good, the board is bad. | ||
SMOKE SMELL COMING BACK INTO THE HOME | ||
Possible Causes: | Possible Remedies: | |
1. | There is a leak in the vent pipe system. | |
Inspect all vent pipe connections. Make sure they are sealed with | ||
RTV silicone that has a temperature rating on 500 degree F or | ||
higher. Also, seal joints with | ||
the square to round adapter piece on the combustion blower has | ||
been properly sealed with the same RTV. | ||
2. | The gasket on the combustion blower has gone bad. | Inspect both gaskets on the combustion blower to make sure they |
are in good shape. | ||
CONVECTION BLOWER SHUTS OFF AND COMES BACK ON | ||
Possible Causes: | Possible Remedies: | |
1. | The convection blower is overheating and tripping the internal | Try lubricating the convection blower. Put |
temperature shutoff. | each of the two oiling ports. Also, clean any dust off of the windings | |
and fan blades. If oiling the blower does not help, the blower may | ||
be bad. | ||
2. | Circuit board malfunction. | Test the current going to the convection blower. If there is power |
being sent to the blower when it is shut off, then the control board is | ||
fine. If there is NOT power being sent to the blower when it shuts off | ||
during operation, then you have a bad control board. |
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STOVE WILL NOT FEED PELLETS, BUT FUEL FEED LIGHT COMES ON AS DESIGNED
Possible Causes: | Possible Remedies: | |
1. F2 fuse on control board blew | Remove the control board. On the back there are two fuses. The | |
one closer to the edge is the F2 fuse. If it appears to be bad, | ||
replace it with a 5 Amp 250 Volt fuse. Plug the stove back in and try | ||
to run the unit. | ||
2. High limit switch has tripped or is defective | Using the owner’s manual, locate the high limit thermodisk. There is | |
a red button located on the back of it. Press the red button. If you | ||
hear a click, the high limit had tripped. The stove should now | ||
function normally. To test if the thermodisk is bad, you can bypass it | ||
as described previously for the POF thermodisk. | ||
3. | Bad auger motor | Remove the auger motor from the auger shaft and try to run the unit. |
If the motor will turn, the shaft is jammed on something. If the motor | ||
will not turn, the motor is bad. | ||
4. | Auger jam | Start by emptying the hopper. Then remove the auger motor by |
removing the auger pin. Remove the auger shaft inspection plate in | ||
the hopper so that you can see the auger shaft. Gently lift the auger | ||
shaft straight up so that the end of the auger shaft comes up out of | ||
the bottom auger bushing. Next, remove the two nuts that hold the | ||
top auger biscuit in. Then rotate the bottom end of the auger shaft | ||
up towards you until you can lift the shaft out of the stove. After you | ||
have removed the shaft, inspect it for bent flights, burrs, or broken | ||
welds. Remove any foreign material that might have caused the | ||
jam. Also, check the auger tube for signs of damage such as burrs, | ||
rough spots, or grooves cut into the metal that could have caused a | ||
jam. | ||
5. Loose wire or connector | Check all wires and connectors that connector to the auger motor, | |
high limit switch, and the Molex connector. | ||
6. | Bad control board | If the F2 fuse is good, the wires and connectors check out good, and |
the high limit switch did not trip, test for power going to the auger | ||
motor. If there is not a full current going to the auger motor when | ||
the fuel feed light is on, you have a bad control board. |
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∙ GLASS “SOOT’S” UP AT A VERY FAST RATE
∙ FLAME IS LAZY, DARK, AND HAS BLACK TIPS
∙ AFTER STOVE HAS BEEN ON FOR A WHILE, THE BURNPOT OVERFILLS
Possible Causes: | Possible Remedies: | |
1. | Stove or vent pipe is dirty, which restricts airflow through the | Follow all cleaning procedure in the maintenance section of the |
burnpot. | owner’s manual. | |
2. | Vent pipe installed improperly. | Check to make sure the vent pipe has been installed according to |
the criteria in the owner’s manual. | ||
3. | Air damper is set too far in (closed) for a higher setting. | Pull the damper knob farther out away from the side of the stove and |
try to burn the unit again. | ||
4. | Burnpot holes are blocked. | Remove the burnpot and thoroughly clean it. |
5. | Air damper is broken. | Visually inspect the damper assembly. Make sure the damper plate |
is attached to the damper rod. When the damper rod is moved the | ||
plate should move with it. | ||
6. | Blockage in air intake pipe. | Visually inspect the air intake pipe that leads into the burnpot for |
foreign material. | ||
7. | Circuit board malfunction. | Time the fuel feed light at each setting (after the stove has |
completed the startup cycle). Make sure the times match the auger | ||
timing chart. If the auger motor runs constantly, the board is bad. | ||
8. | Combustion blower is not spinning fast enough. | Test the RPM on the blower after the blades have been cleaned. |
The RPM should be approximately 3000 RPM. | ||
9. | Bad Pellets | The brand of pellets or the batch of pellets that are being used may |
(Applies to GLASS “SOOT’S” UP AT A VERY FAST RATE Only) | be of poor quality. If possible, try a different brand of pellets. You | |
might also want to try a brand that is made from a different type of | ||
wood (softwood vs. hardwood). Different woods have different | ||
characteristics when being burned. | ||
10. | The trim setting on the low feed rate is to low | Use the “Reset Trim” button to increase the low feed rate setting. If |
(Applies to GLASS “SOOT’S” UP AT A VERY FAST RATE Only) | the 1 & 4 are on, the stove is currently on the lowest setting. If only | |
the 1 light is on, the stove is in the default (medium) setting. If the 1 | ||
& 5 lights are on, the stove is in the high trim setting for the low feed | ||
rate. If the stove is being burned on one of the two lower settings, | ||
advance to the next trim setting and try burning the stove. |
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HIGH LIMIT SWITCH KEEPS TRIPPING
Possible Causes: | Possible Remedies: | |
1. | The convection blower is overheating and tripping the internal | |
temperature shutoff. | Try lubricating the convection blower. Put | |
each of the two oiling ports. Also, clean any dust off of the windings | ||
and fan blades. If oiling the blower does not help, the blower may | ||
be bad. | ||
2. | The stove is being left on the highest setting for extended | The highest heat level setting is designed for use over short periods |
periods of time. | of time. Burning the stove on the highest setting for longer than 1 – | |
2 hours could lead to potential overheating situations. | ||
3. | Fuel other than wood pellets is being burned in the stove. | Breckwell pellet stoves are designed and tested to use wood pellets. |
While it is possible to burn a corn mixture (corn mixed in with wood | ||
pellets) in the stove, it is not recommended to burn above the | ||
number 3 heat level. Check for signs of fuel other than wood | ||
pellets. If there are signs of corn being used, find out what mixed | ||
was being used and what setting. No other types of fuel have been | ||
approved for Breckwell pellet stoves. If there are signs of other | ||
types of fuel being used, advise the consumer to stop using them | ||
immediately. | ||
4. | Power surge or brown out situation. | A power surge, spike, or voltage drop could cause the high limit |
switch to trip. Check to see if a surge protector is being used on the | ||
stove. If not, recommend one to the consumer. | ||
5. | High limit switch is malfunctioning. | If the other items check out ok, replace the high limit switch. |
DIGITAL CIRCUIT BOARD TIMING RATES
Heat Level Setting | P23 |
1 & 4 | 1.4 seconds |
1 | 2 seconds |
1 & 5 | 2.5 seconds |
2 | 4 seconds |
3 | 7 seconds |
4 | 9 seconds |
5 | 12 seconds |
Total Cycle Time | 14.5 seconds |
SMOKE SMELL OR SOOT
Because it is a
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM | 29 |
Contact an Authorized Breckwell Pellet Stove Dealer to obtain any of these parts. Never use substitute materials. Use of
Breckwell Pellet Stove Owners Manual
ITEM | PART # |
Air Switch | |
Air Switch Hose | |
Auger Motor | |
Breckwell Maintenance Tool | |
Burnpot | |
Circuit Board / Control Panel | |
Combustion Blower | |
Convection Blower | |
Door Gasket | |
Door Glass | |
Exhaust Adapter 3” | |
Exhaust Adapter 4” | |
Hot Rod Igniter | |
Gold Legs | |
Painted Legs | |
Pedestal | |
Thermodisk, Proof of Fire | |
Thermodisk, High Temp (resettable) | |
Door Handle | |
Damper Knob | |
Window Clips, Bottom / Airwash | |
Window Clips, Side | |
Window Gasket | |
Ceramic Firelog Set (imitation) - Optional | |
Zero Clearance Legs |