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THE BIG E
ECONOMICAL TO BUY
EFFICIENT TO OPERATE
EASY TO USE
THE BIG E UTILITY FURNACE
THE BIG E HOME HEATER
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 fuel-burning room heater.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.
Save these instructions.
PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Manufactured by
National Steelcrafters of Oregon, Inc.
Eugene, Oregon
Grand Prairie, Texas
BRECKWELL HEARTH PRODUCTS
www.breckwell.com
7/04
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- Page 1 Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Save these instructions. PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Manufactured by National Steelcrafters of Oregon, Inc. Eugene, Oregon Grand Prairie, Texas BRECKWELL HEARTH PRODUCTS www.breckwell.com 7/04...
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Page 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;... -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
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... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
The HotRod™ Automatic Fire Starter Damper Control Opening Door Room Air Fan Re-Starting a Warm Stove If Stove Runs Out Of Pellets Refueling -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Breckwell Maintenance Tool Shutdown Procedure Safety Features Optional Thermostat Thermostat Installation (Please Read This) Operating Safety Precautions MAINTENANCE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------... -
Page 5: Specifications
INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS Width: 25 ¾” Height: 32 5/8” Depth: 23 7/8” Weight: 275 lbs. Flue size: 3” or 4” Hopper Capacity: Up to 140 lbs. (This can vary widely depending on pellet size, length, and diameter) EPA status: exempt Burn time: 1 lb. to 5.5 lbs. per hour BTU range: 8,200 to 55,000 Approved installations: mobile home, alcove, conventional... -
Page 6: Combustion Air Supply
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 figure 3). A rodent guard (minimum ¼” wire mesh)/wind hood must be used at the terminus (refer to figure 4). -
Page 7: Big E Installation
Equivalent Vent Length (EVL) The longer the run of pipe in your installation, 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. -
Page 8: Vertically With New Chimney System
VERTICALLY WITH NEW CHIMNEY SYSTEM (Refer to Figure 6) NOTE: Follow L-Vent chimney manufacturer’s instructions. OPTION: To achieve a center vertical installation a 45º elbow and a clean-out tee can be used to offset the pipe from the exhaust outlet to the rear center of the stove. -
Page 9: Installation Through Side Of Masonry Chimney
120V, 60 Hz electrical outlet. Voltage variations can lead to serious performance problems. The Breckwell electrical system is designed for 120V AC with no more than 5% variation. Breckwell cannot accept responsibility for poor performance or damage due to inadequate voltage. -
Page 10: Operation
The Breckwell Big E must be securely fastened to the floor of the mobile home through the two holes in the rear of the stove using 2, ¼” lag bolts that are long enough to go through both a hearth pad, if used, and the floor of the home. (See figure 11) Refer to “VENTING”... -
Page 11: Panel Controls
PANEL CONTROLS (See Figure 12) The blowers and automatic fuel supply are controlled from a panel on the left-hand side of the BIG E. The control panel functions are as follows. 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. -
Page 12: Proper Fuel
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. -
Page 13: Re-Starting A Warm Stove
Scrape ashes from burnpot. SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE Turning your Breckwell stove off is a matter of pressing the “On/Off” control panel switch. The red light will go out. The blowers will continue to operate until internal firebox temperatures have fallen to a preset level. -
Page 14: 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. -
Page 15: (Please Read This) Operating Safety Precautions
Pellets should be stored in a dry place. The pellets should not be stored within 12” of the stove. e. DO NOT STORE OR USE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, ESPECIALLY GASOLINE, IN THE VICINITY OF YOUR BRECKWELL STOVE. NEVER USE A GAS OR PROPANE TORCH, GASOLINE, GASOLINE- TYPE LANTERN FUEL, KEROSENE, CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR FLUIDS TO START OR “FRESHEN UP”... -
Page 16: Maintenance
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 tight-fitting lid. -
Page 17: Cleaning
When finished be sure to leave tube cleaner at the rear of the stove. Interior Chambers – The two ash doors in the firebox in the Breckwell Big E can be removed for periodic cleaning (refer to figure 18). These doors allow access to the chamber behind the firebox. -
Page 18: Chimney Cleaning
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. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 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;... - Page 20 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE STOVE SHUTS OFF AND THE # 3 LIGHT FLASHES Possible Causes: The hopper is out of pellets. The air damper is too far open for a low feed setting. The burnpot is not pushed completely to the rear of the firebox. The burnpot holes are blocked.
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Page 21: Smoke Smell Coming Back Into The Home
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE STOVE FEEDS PELLETS, BUT WILL NOT IGNITE Possible Causes: Air damper open too far for ignition. Blockage in igniter tube or inlet for igniter tube. The burnpot is not pushed completely to the rear of the firebox. Bad igniter element. The control board is not sending power to the igniter. - Page 22 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE STOVE WILL NOT FEED PELLETS, BUT FUEL FEED LIGHT COMES ON AS DESIGNED Possible Causes: Fuse on control board blew High limit switch has tripped or is defective Bad auger motor Auger jam Loose wire or connector Bad control board Possible Remedies: Remove the control board.
- Page 23 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 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: Stove or vent pipe is dirty, which restricts airflow through the burnpot.
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Page 24: High Limit Switch Keeps Tripping
SMOKE SMELL OR SOOT BUILD-UP Because it is a wood-burning device, your Breckwell may emit a faint wood-burning odor. If this increases beyond normal, or if you notice an unusual soot build-up on walls or furniture, check your exhaust system carefully for leaks. All joints should be properly sealed. Also clean your stove, following instructions in “MAINTENANCE”. -
Page 25: Electrical Diagram
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM FIGURE 21... -
Page 26: Replacement Parts List
Contact an Authorized Breckwell Pellet Stove Dealer to obtain any of these parts. Never use substitute materials. Use of non-approved parts can result in poor performance and safety hazards. ITEM Air Switch Air Switch Hose Auger Motor Breckwell Maintenance Tool... -
Page 27: Limited Warranty
Breckwell will not be liable for consequential or indirect damages to property or persons resulting from use of this product. No other express warranty is given and no affirmation of Breckwell or its agents by work or action shall constitute a warranty.
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