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.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION CARD Name__________________________________________ Telephone #: (_____)_____________ City____________________________________________ State_______ Zip_________________ Email Address __________________________________________________________________ Model # of Unit________________________________ Serial #___________________________ Fuel Type: qWood qOther _________________________ qCoal qPellet qGas Place of Purchase (Retailer)______________________________________________________ City____________________________________________ State_______ Zip_________________ If internet purchase, please list website address___________________________________ Date of Purchase _______________________________________________________________ Reason for Purchase: qAlternative Heat...
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Check with local building officials. stove. Breckwell Hearth Products grants no warranty, The exhaust system should be checked, at a mini- implied or stated, for the installation or mainte- mum, at least twice a year for any build up of soot nance of your stove, and assumes no responsi- or creosote.
12” NOTE: Normally, your dealer will perform these functions. 10” CLEARANCES The Breckwell SP22 Freestanding has been tested and listed for installation in residential, 12” mobile home and alcove applications. 6” The SP22 Insert is approved for installation into code complying masonry fireplaces. It is also approved for use in listed factory built fireplaces (UL 127) and standard residential built-ins 0”...
39” VENTING 21 1/2” The Breckwell SP22 Freestanding is certified for use with listed TYPE L-Vent, 3” or 4” diameter in size. The stove was tested with Simpson Duravent brand. 30” Class “A” chimney is not required. Refer to the instructions provided by the...
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 FIGURE 8 SP22 Pedestal Set Part # A-22-P (refer to figure 8). If using cast legs, follow the instructions inside the Breckwell SP22 Leg Set Part # A-CGL-22 or # A-CL-22.
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INSTALLATION C. VERTICALLY WITH NEW CHIMNEY SYSTEM (Refer to 12” MINIMUM CLEARANCE Figure 10) TO ROOF VERTICAL ROOF VENT NOTE: Follow L-Vent chimney manufacturer’s instructions. ATTIC INSULATION OPTION: To achieve a center vertical installation a 45º elbow SHIELD and a clean-out tee can be used to offset the pipe from the exhaust outlet to the rear center of the stove.
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INSTALLATION E. VERTICALLY INTO EXISTING MASONRY FIREPLACE TOP PLATE NOTE: Follow L-Vent chimney manufacturer’s instructions. (SEAL TO CHIMNEY TOP 6” WITH NON-HARDENING 1. Have the masonry chimney inspected by a qualified MASTIC) 3” chimney sweep or installer to determine its structural condition. NOTE: 2. You will need a pipe length equal to the chimney height FOLLOW METAL CHIMNEY INSTALLATION EXTENSION TO CHIMNEY TOP...
In zero-clearance fireplace installations, when the fireplace opening is above the floor or raised hearth, the adjustable “Breckwell SP22 Z-C Legs” can be used to bridge the gap between the hearth and stove bottom. Refer to figure 14.
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INSTALLATION B. WHEN VENT PIPE EXTENDS TO CHIMNEY TOP TOP PLATE (Refer to Figures 16 and 17) (SEAL TO CHIMNEY TOP WITH NON-HARDENING 6” MASTIC) 1. You will need a pipe length equal to the chimney height (from hearth) plus 6 inches. If outside combustion air is to NOTE: FOLLOW METAL EXTENSION TO CHIMNEY TOP OPTIONAL.
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The equipment compartment (sides and rear of the stove in fireplace) must be enclosed per the applica- ble electrical standards. This can be accomplished FACADE by the use of Breckwell’s panel kit part #A-PANEL-22. OPENING NOTE: Floor protection for Built-in raised hearths 24”...
In zero-clearance fireplace installations, when THE SMOKE SHELF MAY BE REMOVED the fireplace opening is above the floor or raised hearth, the adjustable “Breckwell SP22 Z-C Legs” can be used to bridge the gap between the hearth and stove bottom. 12” NOTE: THE DAMPER MAY Refer to figure 14.
OPERATION PANEL CONTROLS (See Figure 22) The blowers and automatic fuel supply are controlled from a panel on the left-hand side of the SP22. The control panel functions are as follows. 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.
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.
Scrape ashes from burnpot. SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE Turning your Breckwell stove off is a matter of pressing the “Power” 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. SAFETY FEATURES Your stove is equipped with a high temperature thermodisc.
OPTIONAL THERMOSTAT A thermostat may help you maintain a constant house temperature auto- matically. 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.
THAN ¼”; 3) DO NOT USE THE FUEL FEED BUTTON (UNLESS PRIMING THE AUGER AFTER RUNNING OUT OF PELLETS). A DANGEROUS CONDITION COULD RESULT. Pellets should be stored in a dry place. The pellets should not be stored within 12” of the stove. 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, CHAR- COAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR FLUIDS TO START OR “FRESHEN UP” A FIRE IN THIS HEATER. 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.
CLEANING FIGURE 26 a. Heat Exchange Tubes – Your Breckwell stove is designed with a built-in heat exchange tube cleaner. This should be used every two or three days to remove accumulated ash on the tubes, which reduces heat transfer on the SP22.
MAINTENANCE BLOWERS DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DISCON- NECT 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 High Temp Auger Motor should be vacuumed clean as these ashes can im- Thermodisc (C-E-017) pede performance.
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.
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 en- abling you to solve simple problems yourself. Problems encountered are often the result of only five factors: 1) poor fuel; 2) poor operation or maintenance;...
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE STOVE SHUTS OFF AND THE #3 LIGHT FLASHES Possible Causes: Possible Remedies: (Unplug stove first when possible) The hopper is out of pellets. Refill the hopper The air damper is too far open for a low feed If burning on the low setting, you may need to close the setting. damper all the way (push the knob in so it touches the side of the stove).
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE STOVE FEEDS PELLETS, BUT WILL NOT IGNITE Possible Causes: Possible Remedies: 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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE STOVE WILL NOT FEED PELLETS, BUT FUEL FEED LIGHT COMES ON AS DESIGNED Possible Causes: Possible Remedies: Fuse on control board blew. Remove the control board. On the back, there is one fuse. If it appears to be bad, replace it with a 5 Amp 125 Volt fuse. Plug the stove back in and try to run the unit. High limit switch has tripped or is defective.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE GLASS “SOOTS” 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 Cause: Possible Remedies: Stove or vent pipe is dirty, which restricts airflow Follow all cleaning procedure in the maintenance section of through the burnpot. the owner’s manual. Vent pipe installed improperly. Check to make sure the vent pipe has been installed ac- cording to the criteria in the owner’s manual.
1-2 hours could lead to potential overheating situations. Fuel other than wood pellets is being burned in the stove. Breckwell pellet stoves are designed and tested to use wood pellets. Check for signs of fuel other than wood pel- lets.
REPLACEMENT PARTS 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 PART# AIR SWITCH C-E-201 AIR SWITCH HOSE C-M-340-T...