Breckwell Heating System Breckwell Hearth Products LUXURY SERIES User Manual

LUXURY SERIES P2700  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
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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.  
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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  
Breckwell Hearth Products  
Eugene, Oregon  
Grand Prairie, Texas  
ã BRECKWELL HEARTH PRODUCTS  
C-L-1001 1/05  
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
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Do not operate your stove if you smell smoke  
coming from it. Turn it off, monitor it, and call your  
dealer.  
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.  
Never use gasoline, gasoline-type 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.  
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.  
Never block free airflow through the open vents of  
the stove.  
Do not place clothing or other flammable  
items on or near the stove.  
Keep foreign objects out of the hopper.  
The viewing door must be closed and latched  
during operation.  
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.  
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.  
Disconnect the power cord before performing any  
maintenance or repairs on the stove.  
Hot while in operation. Keep children,  
clothing, and furniture away. Contact may  
cause skin burns. 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.  
NOTE: Turning the stove “off” does not disconnect  
all power from 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).  
During the start up period; 1) DO NOT open the  
viewing door; 2) DO NOT open the damper more  
than ¾”; 3) DO NOT add pellets to the burnpot  
by hand; 4) DO NOT use the Fuel Feed button  
(unless you are priming the auger after running  
out of pellets) as a dangerous condition could  
result.  
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.  
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-181-AP  
foil tape.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
The exhaust system should be checked, at a  
minimum, at least twice a year for any build up of  
soot or creosote.  
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).  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
INTRODUCTION  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
SPECIFICATIONS  
INSTALLATION  
Preparation  
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Clearances  
Combustion Air Supply  
When Outside Air Is Not Used  
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Venting  
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P2700 Installation  
Electrical Installation  
Special Mobil Home Requirements  
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OPERATION  
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Proper Fuel  
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Pre-Start-Up Check  
Building a Fire  
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The HotRod™ Automatic Fire Starter  
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Panel Controls  
Opening Door  
Room Air Fan  
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Re-Starting a Warm Stove  
If Stove Runs Out Of Pellets  
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Damper Control  
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Refueling  
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Breckwell Maintenance Tool  
Shutdown Procedure  
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Safety Features  
Optional Thermostat  
Thermostat Installation  
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(Please Read This) Operating Safety Precautions  
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MAINTENANCE  
Ash Removal  
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Ash Disposal  
Vacuum Use  
Cleaning  
Blowers  
Chimney Cleaning  
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Recommended Maintenance Schedule  
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Removal & Replacement of Broken Door Glass  
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE  
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Smoke Smell or Soot Build-Up  
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ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM  
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST  
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WARRANTY  
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INSTALLATION  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Width: 23 1/8”  
Height: 30 ½”  
Depth: 22 ¼”  
Weight: 233 lbs.  
Flue size: 3” or 4”  
Hopper Capacity: Up to 50 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 50,000  
Approved installations: mobile home, alcove,  
conventional  
FIGURE 1  
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.  
NOTE: Normally, your dealer will perform  
these functions.  
CLEARANCES  
The Breckwell P2700 Freestanding has  
been tested and listed for installation in  
residential, mobile home and alcove  
applications.  
FLOOR PROTECTION: Freestanding  
installations, minimum 24” wide by 29” 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 Built-in raised hearths. Check local codes  
for approved alternatives.  
FIGURE 2  
Clearances are measured from the sides,  
back and face (door opening) or stove body  
(refer to fig. 3).  
DO NOT USE MAKESHIFT MATERIALS  
OR COMPROMISES IN THE  
INSTALLATION OF THIS UNIT.  
INSTALL VENT WITH CLEARANCES  
SPECIFIED BY THE VENT  
MANUFACTURER.  
FLOOR PROTECTION  
(MINIMUM 24” W X 29” D)  
FIGURE 3  
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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 figure  
4). A rodent guard (minimum ¼” wire mesh)/wind hood  
must be used at the terminus (refer to figure 5). All  
connections must be secured and airtight by either using  
the appropriately sized hose clamp and/or UL-181-AP  
foil tape.  
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  
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Chimney top.  
Ash clean out door.  
b. For freestanding installations  
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A hole in floor near stove rear terminating only  
in a ventilated crawl space.  
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A hole in the wall behind the stove.  
WHEN OUTSIDE AIR IS NOT USED  
FIGURE 4  
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.  
VENTING  
The Breckwell P2700 is certified for use with listed  
TYPE L-Vent, 3” or 4” diameter in size. The stove was  
tested with Simpson Duravent brand. Class “A” chimney  
is not required. Refer to the instructions provided by the  
vent manufacturer, especially when passing through a  
wall, ceiling or roof.  
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 UL-181-AP foil tape. We recommend that all  
vertical vent connector joints be secured with a minimum  
of 3 screws.  
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.  
FIGURE 5  
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INSTALLATION  
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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.  
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Use 4” pipe if you have more than 15 feet of equivalent vent  
length.  
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Horizontal runs shall not exceed 10’ of EVL.  
Recommended vertical runs to be a minimum of 8’.  
To calculate EVL, use the following conversions:  
90º elbow or “T”  
45º elbow  
= 5 equivalent feet  
= 3 equivalent feet  
Horizontal Pipe Run  
Vertical Pipe Run  
= 1 equivalent foot per actual foot  
= 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.  
P2700 INSTALLATION  
A. HORIZONTALLY THROUGH WALL (refer to Figure 6)  
NOTE: Follow L-Vent chimney manufacturer’s instructions.  
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 4).  
3. Always maintain 3” clearance from combustible materials.  
4. Install L-Vent wall thimble per L-Vent manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
5. Attach enough piping to penetrate and extend at least 6”  
beyond exterior walls. An 8-foot vertical pipe run is suggested  
where possible to reduce the possibility of smoke spillage in  
the event of a loss of negative pressure.  
FIGURE 6  
6. Attach cap and seal outside wall thimbles with non-hardening  
waterproof mastic.  
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.  
Locate terminations: a) not less then 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.  
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INSTALLATION  
B. VERTICALLY WITH NEW CHIMNEY SYSTEM  
(Refer to Figure 7)  
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.  
OPTION: Install L-Vent elbow in place of clean-out tee. Locate  
stove. Drop plumb bob to center of tee outlet, mark point on ceiling.  
Install ceiling support and L-Vent pipe per L-Vent manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
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 non-hardening waterproof mastic.  
3. Apply non-hardening, waterproof mastic where the storm collar  
will meet the vent and flashing. Slide storm collar down until it  
sits on the flashing. Seal and install cap. Mobile home  
installations must use a spark arrester.  
FIGURE 7  
C. VERTICALLY INTO EXISTING CHIMNEY SYSTEM  
Adapters are available to adapt from 3” L-Vent to 6” or 8” Class-A  
chimney. (Figure 8a)  
As an alternative, 3” or 4” L-Vent can be run inside existing chimney  
to termination. (Figure 8b)  
This is the preferred method.  
Follow guidelines for equivalent vent length.  
D. VERTICALLY INTO EXISTING MASONRY FIREPLACE  
NOTE: Follow L-Vent chimney manufacturer’s instructions.  
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.  
FIGURE 8a  
3. Install a blanking plate and the chimney pipe, and if used the  
outside air pipe, as shown in Figure 9.  
4. Attach the L-vent 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 self-  
taping screws at all joint connections to ensure a tight seal.  
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 non-hardening mastic to prevent water leakage. Install  
vent cap.  
FIGURE 8b  
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E. INSTALLATION THROUGH SIDE OF MASONRY CHIMNEY  
NOTE: Follow L-Vent chimney manufacturer’s instructions.  
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 4-inch diameter hole for 3-inch pipe  
and 5-inch diameter hole for 4-inch pipe.  
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 10.  
5. Install and seal the top plate from step 3 with non-hardening  
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 high-temperature grout.  
FIGURE 9  
8. Install the trim collar. An adjustable pipe length and adapter may  
be needed to finish the connection to the stove.  
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION  
This stove is provided with a 6-foot grounded electrical cord extending  
from the rear of the stove. We recommend connecting to a good quality  
surge protector that is plugged into a standard three-prong, 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. If connected to  
an older, two-prong outlet, a separate ground wire should be run to a  
proper ground (refer this to a qualified technician). Always route the  
electrical cord so that it will not come in contact with any hot part of the  
stove.  
SPECIAL MOBIL HOME REQUIREMENTS  
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM.  
For installation in a mobile home, an outside source of combustion air  
must be used  
(See “COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY”).  
The P2700 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.  
FIGURE 10  
The P2700 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.  
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OPERATION  
PANEL CONTROLS (See Figure 11)  
The blowers and automatic fuel supply are controlled from a panel on the left-hand side of the P2700.  
The control panel functions are as follows.  
a. ON/OFF SWITCH  
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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.  
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The green light located above the On/Off button (in the On/Off box) will flash during the ignition  
start-up period. (See figure 11)  
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 re-start it while it is still warm, the “on/off” button  
must be held down for 2 seconds.  
b. FUEL FEED SWITCH  
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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 11)  
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  
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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.  
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d. RESET TRIM  
FIGURE 11  
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 one-time adjustment based on the fuel you are using. The  
“RESET TRIM” button when adjusted will allow for 3 different feed rate settings for the #1 feed setting  
only. To adjust simply push the “RESET TRIM” button while the stove is operating at setting “1” and  
watch the bar graph.  
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When the “1” & “3” lights are illuminated on the bar graph the low feed rate is at its “lowest” setting.  
(Approx. 0.9 pounds per hour)  
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When the “1” light is illuminated on the bar graph the low feed rate is at its “normal” setting.  
When the “1” & “4” 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 “3” lights will be illuminated on the bar graph.  
e. HEAT LEVEL ADVANCE  
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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”.  
NOTE: When dropping 3 or more heat level settings (4 to 1, or 5 to 2 or 1) push the ‘High Fan’ button  
and allow the room air fan to run at that setting for at least 5 minutes to prevent the stove from tripping  
the high temp thermodisk. If the high temp thermodisk does trip see “SAFETY FEATURES”.  
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.  
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OPERATION  
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PROPER FUEL  
THIS STOVE IS APPROVED FOR BURNING PELLETIZED WOOD FUEL ONLY! Factory-approved pellets are those ¼” or 5/16” in  
diameter and not over 1” long. Longer or thicker pellets sometimes bridge the auger flights, which prevents proper pellet feed. Burning wood  
in forms other than pellets is not permitted. It will violate the building codes for which the stove has been approved and will void all  
warranties. The design incorporates automatic feed of the pellet fuel into the fire at a carefully prescribed rate. Any additional fuel introduced  
by hand will not increase heat output but may seriously impair the stoves performance by generating considerable smoke. Do not burn wet  
pellets. The stove’s performance depends heavily on the quality of your pellet fuel. Avoid pellet brands that display these characteristics:  
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 the 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.  
PRE-START-UP CHECK  
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 P2700 Hopper can hold up to 50 lbs. of pellets.  
BUILDING A FIRE  
Never use a grate or other means of supporting the fuel. Use only the Breckwell approved burnpot.  
During the start up period:  
1) DO NOT open the viewing door.  
2) DO NOT open the damper more than ¾”.  
3) DO NOT add pellets to the burnpot by hand.  
4) DO NOT use the Fuel Feed button (unless you are priming the auger after running out of pellets).  
A dangerous condition could result.  
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 ½” to ¾” open (pushed in is closed). This will vary depending on your installation and elevation. Once fire is  
established adjust for desired flame increasing the amount the damper is open as the heat setting is increased.  
(See “DAMPER CONTROL”)  
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, clear the burnpot, and start procedure again.  
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 ½” to ¾”. If damper is out too far, it can cause the fire to go out.  
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 re-start 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 start-up.  
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OPERATION  
RE-STARTING A WARM STOVE  
If the stove has been shut off, and you want to re-start it while it is still warm, the “on/off” button must be held down for 2 seconds.  
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.  
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 12  
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. 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.  
SAFETY FEATURES  
a. Your stove is equipped with a high temperature thermodisc. 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. In case of a malfunctioning convection blower, the high-temperature thermodisc will automatically shut down the auger, preventing  
the stove from overheating.  
NOTE: On some units, once tripped, like a circuit breaker, the reset button will have to be pushed before restarting your stove. On other  
units the thermodisk has no reset button and will reset itself once the stove has cooled. 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. 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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THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION  
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  
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·
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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 left side of the back of the control board.  
(See figure 21)  
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Insert the wires in the terminal side and tighten the two screws.  
MODES  
TO SWITCH BETWEEN ANY OF THE THREE MODES THE STOVE  
MUST BE SHUT OFF, THE NEW MODE SELECTED, AND THE  
STOVE RESTARTED.  
MANUAL MODE  
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In this mode the stove will operate only from the control panel as  
detailed in the “OPERATION” section of this owner’s manual.  
HIGH/LOW THERMOSTAT MODE  
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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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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Set damper control rod approximately ½” to ¾” out. This will vary  
depending on elevation and weather conditions. Observe stoves  
operation and adjust damper as necessary.  
FIGURE 14  
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OPERATION  
OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
PLEASE READ THIS!  
a. Hot while in operation. Keep children, clothing, and furniture away. Contact may cause skin burns.  
b. 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 “PRE-START-UP CHECK” and “BUILDING A FIRE”, then attempt to restart the fire. If the  
problem persists contact your dealer.  
c. WARNING: DO NOT ADD PELLETS TO THE BURNPOT BY HAND AT ANY TIME, A DANGEROUS  
CONDITION COULD RESULT.  
d. WARNING: DURING THE START UP CYCLE; 1) DO NOT OPEN THE VIEWING DOOR; 2) DO NOT  
OPEN THE DAMPER MORE THAN ¾”; 3) DO NOT USE THE FUEL FEED BUTTON (UNLESS PRIMING  
THE AUGER AFTER RUNNING OUT OF PELLETS). A DANGEROUS CONDITION COULD RESULT.  
e. Pellets should be stored in a dry place. The pellets should not be stored within 12” of the stove.  
f. 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” A FIRE IN THIS HEATER.  
g. 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.  
h. KEEP ALL LOOSE OR MOVEABLE HOUSEHOLD COMBUSTIBLES, SUCH AS FURNITURE, DRAPES,  
TOYS, ETC. AT LEAST THREE FEET FROM THE OPERATING STOVE.  
i. 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.  
j. 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.  
k. 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.  
l. Do not permit operation by young children or those unfamiliar with stove’s operation.  
m. Do not service or clean this appliance without disconnecting the power cord.  
n. Do not abuse the door glass by striking, slamming or similar trauma. Do not operate the stove with the glass  
removed, cracked or broken.  
o. 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 tight-fitting lid.  
The closed container or ashes should be placed on a  
noncombustible surface or on the ground, well away from all  
combustible materials pending final disposal. If ashes are disposed  
of by soil burial or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be  
retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly  
cooled.  
ASH DISPOSAL  
The P2700 has an ash bin located below the firebox. To remove  
ashes:  
FIGURE 14  
a. Make sure fire is out and firebox is cool.  
b. Clean heat exchanger tubes (see “CLEANING” and Figure 14).  
c. Remove optional imitation log set, if in use. Remove burn pot  
by grasping it and pulling straight out.  
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 under-stove bin through the  
opening (see Figure 15) or vacuum to remove ashes.  
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 16) by  
unscrewing the two knobs on the front of the pedestal below  
the lower cowl. Dispose of ashes properly.  
(See “ASH REMOVAL” above)  
FIGURE 15  
g. Replace ash bin, making sure to tighten the knobs and  
maintaining a good seal.  
h. Replace burn pot. Make sure it is level and pushed all the way  
back in when it is reinstalled. If the collar on the burnpot  
attached to the fresh air tube is not pushed back to meet the  
firebox wall, the Hot Rod will not work properly.  
VACUUM USE  
If a vacuum is used to clean your unit, we suggest using a vacuum  
designed for ashes.  
(We recommend LoveLess Ash Vac, 1-800-568-3949 Ext. #27)  
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.  
FIGURE 16  
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CLEANING  
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 the efficiency of your unit. Insert the  
handle end (with hole) of the cleaning tool onto the cleaning  
rod (refer to figure 14). The cleaner rod is located in the grill  
above the stove door. Move the cleaner rod back and forth  
several times to clean the heat exchanger tubes. When  
finished be sure to leave tube cleaner at the rear of the stove.  
b. Interior Chambers – Three ash doors in the firebox in the  
P2700 can be removed for periodic cleaning (refer to figure  
17). 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.  
FIGURE 17  
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  
right side panel. The convection blower is on the left (facing  
stove), and the combustion blower is on the right.  
NOTE: When cleaning, be careful not to dislodge balancing clip on  
convection blower or to bend fan blades. Some stove owners lightly  
spray an anti-creosote chemical on the fire to help reduce creosote  
formation within the stove.  
FIGURE 18  
FIGURE 19  
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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 slow-  
burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire,  
which may damage the chimney or even destroy the house. Despite their high efficiency, pellet stoves can accumulate creosote under  
certain conditions.  
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 build-up has occurred. If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire. Inspect the  
system at the stove connection and at the chimney top. Cooler surfaces tend to build creosote deposits quicker, so it is important to  
check the chimney from the top as well as from the bottom.  
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 average-use conditions.  
Daily  
Stirred  
Wiped  
Weekly  
Emptied  
Cleaned  
Brushed  
Annually or per Ton  
Burn Pot  
Glass  
Combustion Chamber  
Ashes  
Emptied  
Interior Chambers  
Heat Exchange Tubes  
Combustion Blower Blades  
Convection Blower Impeller  
Vent System  
Vacuumed  
Two passes  
Vacuumed / Brushed  
Vacuumed / Brushed  
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.  
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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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; 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 17, 18 and 19 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  
blocked.  
Unhook air hose from the air switch and blow through it. If air flows  
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,  
combustion blower, or exhaust pipe are blocked with ash or  
foreign material.  
Follow all cleaning procedures in the maintenance section of the  
owner’s manual.  
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.  
Check to see if the gray wires are loose at the Molex connector.  
6. The gray wires are pulled loose at the Molex connector on the  
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.  
10. Air switch has failed (very rare).  
There should be a 5-volt current (approximately) going to the air  
switch after the stove has been on for 30 seconds.  
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.  
3. The burnpot is not pushed completely to the rear of the firebox.  
4. The burnpot holes are blocked.  
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).  
Make sure that the air intake collar on the burnpot is touching the  
rear wall of the firebox.  
Remove the burnpot and thoroughly clean it.  
5. The air inlet, the interior chambers, or exhaust system has a  
partial blockage.  
Follow all cleaning procedures in the maintenance section of the  
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.  
10. The fuse on the control board has blown.  
Wait for the stove to cool for about 30 - 45 minutes. It should now  
function normally. If not use the owner’s manual to locate the high  
limit thermodisk. To test if the thermodisk is bad, you can bypass it  
as described previously for the POF thermodisk.  
Remove the control board. If the fuse 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  
or other auger system components.  
There should be a 5-volt (approximately) current going to the POF  
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.  
4. Bad igniter element.  
Make sure that the air intake collar on the burnpot is touching the  
rear wall of the firebox.  
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 UL-181-AP foil tape. Also, make sure  
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  
temperature shutoff.  
Clean any dust off of the windings and fan blades. If cleaning 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. Fuse on control board blew  
Remove the control board. If the fuse 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  
Wait for the stove to cool for about 30 - 45 minutes. It should now  
function normally. If not use the owner’s manual to locate the high  
limit thermodisk. To test if the thermodisk is bad, you can bypass it  
as described previously for the POF thermodisk.  
3. Bad auger motor  
4. Auger jam  
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.  
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  
6. Bad control board  
Check all wires and connectors that connector to the auger motor,  
high limit switch, and the Molex connector.  
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  
burnpot.  
Follow all cleaning procedure in the maintenance section of the  
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.  
5. Air damper is broken.  
Remove the burnpot and thoroughly clean it.  
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.  
7. Circuit board malfunction.  
Visually inspect the air intake pipe that leads into the burnpot for  
foreign material.  
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  
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.  
(Applies to GLASS “SOOT’S” UP AT A VERY FAST RATE Only)  
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  
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.  
(Applies to GLASS “SOOT’S” UP AT A VERY FAST RATE Only)  
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
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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.  
Clean any dust off of the windings and fan blades. If cleaning the  
blower does not help, the blower may be bad.  
2. The stove is being left on the highest setting for extended  
periods of time.  
The highest heat level setting is designed for use over short periods  
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. 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  
P2700  
1 & 3  
1.4 seconds  
2 seconds  
2.5 seconds  
4 seconds  
7 seconds  
9 seconds  
12 seconds  
1
1 & 4  
2
3
4
5
Total Cycle Time  
14.5 seconds  
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”. If problem persists, contact your dealer.  
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ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM  
FIGURE 20  
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REPLACEMENT PARTS  
25  
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  
Auger Motor  
C-M-340-T  
C-E-017  
Breckwell Maintenance Tool  
Brick Panel Set, Ceramic – Optional  
Burnpot  
Ceramic Firelog Set (imitation) - Optional  
Circuit Board / Control Panel  
Combustion Blower  
Convection Blower  
A-TOOL-96  
A-M-BRICK27  
A-S-BURNPOT  
A-M-LOG  
C-E-401  
A-E-027  
A-E-033  
Door Gasket  
C-G-050  
Door Glass (center)  
Door Glass (side)  
Exhaust Adapter 3”  
Exhaust Adapter 4”  
Hot Rod Igniter  
C-D-2700-A  
C-D-2700-B  
C-M-050  
A-4-VA  
C-E-IGN  
Remote Thermostat – RF – Acumen - Optional  
Thermodisk, Proof of Fire  
Thermodisk, High Temp  
Door Handle (wood)  
Damper Knob (wood)  
Window Gasket (6’-1”)  
AG-RCN  
C-E-090-22C  
C-E-090-21  
C-S-851  
C-S-852  
C-G-033  
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LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY  
Breckwell Hearth Products warrants to the original consumer purchaser that the Breckwell stove  
in its original installation is free from defects in material and workmanship from the original date  
of purchase as follows:  
Steel fabricated components, excluding burnpot inserts, are covered for five years. Glass and  
burnpot inserts are warranted for one year only for thermal damage. Electrical components,  
which include the digital control board, auger motor, combustion and convection blowers,  
igniter, and valves, are covered for one year. There is no warranty on gaskets or paint. After  
expiration of the warranty period, any components may be purchased at 30% discount off  
manufacturers suggested list price plus shipping and handling charges, as long as the original  
consumer purchaser owns the product.  
This warranty covers defect in materials and workmanship in covered components, provided  
this product has been properly installed and operated strictly in accordance with the instructions  
in this owner’s manual and any applicable local codes. This warranty does not cover damage or  
breakage caused by improper handling, misuse, abuse, overfiring, disassembly, unauthorized  
modification or other circumstances beyond Breckwell’s control.  
If warranty service is needed during the warranty period, notify the nearest Authorized Breckwell  
Dealer. Provide your name, address, phone number, serial number and model number of the  
stove, date of purchase, name and address of installer and as much information as possible  
about the nature of the problem.  
If the dealer must examine the Breckwell stove at the consumer’s residence, a reasonable  
service call charge may be incurred and is the responsibility of the consumer. If the unit must  
be transported, those charges will be the consumer’s responsibility. Breckwell’s sole  
responsibility is to repair or replace the defective part as stated herein. 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.  
All disputes relating to this warranty shall be tried before the courts of Oregon. Venue in any  
litigation arising hereunder shall be in the Circuit Court of the state of Oregon for the County of  
Lane.  
Warranty limitations may not apply in your area. This warranty gives you specific legal rights.  
You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
Purchased from  
Date Purchased  
Model  
Serial Number  
Installed by  
PLEASE KEEP THIS FOR YOUR RECORDS  
4/04  
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