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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................................... i SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................................ ii INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Breckwell SP 6000 Multi-Fuel Stove. You are now prepared to burn whole shelled corn and wood pellets 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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 provided. A trained technician should do all other work. 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.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Specifications Width: 27 ¼” Height: 35 ½” Depth: 28 ⅝” Weight: 225 Pounds Flue Size: 3” or 4 “ Hopper Capacity: 90 Pounds (Corn) (This will vary depending on fuel) EPA Status: Exempt Maximum BTU Input: 50,000 BTU with whole corn Approved Installations Alcove, Conventional, Mobile Home Preparation Factory packaging must be removed, and some minor assembly work is required prior to installation and use.
INSTALLATION Floor Protection Freestanding installations require a minimum 33 ¼” wide by 36” long floor protection. 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. THE MATERIAL(S) USED MUST HAVE, OR COMBINE TO HAVE, A MINIMUM INSULATIVE RATING OF ‘R1’.
INSTALLATION Combustion Air Supply A 2” inside diameter metallic pipe, either flexible or rigid, may be attached to the inlet at the stove’s rear. A rodent guard (minimum ¼” wire mesh)/wind hood must be used at the terminus. All connections must be secured and airtight by either using the appropriately sized hose clamp and/or UL-181-AP foil tape.
INSTALLATION Special Mobile Home Requirements WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM. For installation in a mobile home, the outside air connection (fresh air) must be used. The Breckwell SP 6000 Multi-fuel 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.
INSTALLATION Vertically With New Chimney System 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. Always maintain 3” clearance from combustible materials. When passing through additional floors or ceilings, always install fire stop spacer.
INSTALLATION Vertically Into Existing Masonry Fireplace NOTE: FOLLOW L-VENT CHIMNEY MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS. Have the masonry chimney inspected by a qualified chimney sweep or installer to determine its structural condition. You will need a pipe length equal to the chimney height from the hearth. If outside combustion air is to be used, the ideal installation is through the rear wall of the fireplace. You may go up the chimney for fresh air, though this would not be the preferred installation.
OPERATION OPERATION Proper Fuel The SP 6000 Multi-Fuel Stove is capable of burning whole shelled corn and wood pellets. The quality of the fuel you use will have a dramatic effect in the performance of the stove. Higher quality fuels will provide a cleaner and more efficient burn, while producing less ash, and generally reducing the amount of creosote developed in the stove and exhaust flue.
OPERATION First Time Use Pre-Start Check Prior to using your stove for the first time, make sure that it is properly installed in accordance with all recommendations in the owner’s manual and your local building codes. Ensure that all foreign objects are out of the hopper, ash pan, and firebox area. 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.
OPERATION Control Panel The control panel is located on the left hand side of the SP 6000 Multi-Fuel Stove. It will allow you to control the operation of your stove and achieve the desired level of warmth. Turning the unit On or Off, as well as adjusting the heat level setting, and adjusting the convection fan speed is all accomplished with the control panel. The unit has two modes of operation. The mode of operation switch can be adjusted to change between each mode of operation.
OPERATION The adjustment of the heat level by one level will take effect within 30 seconds. If the heat level setting is adjusted by two or more levels, either up or down, there is a built-in delay of three minutes between levels after the first change. This is to allow the fire to stabilize between each heat levels. Whenever you change the heat level setting, it is always a good idea to observe the fire for 10 or 15 minutes, and to adjust the damper if needed.
OPERATION CAUTION: AVOID OVERFIRING YOUR STOVE! If at any time you observe a portion of the stove glowing red (other than the stir rod in the burn pot), you are overfiring the unit or some other malfunction has occurred. Immediately initiate shut down procedures by pressing the On/Off button one time. Allow the unit to go through the pre-programmed shut down cycle and contact your dealer. Observe the unit to ensure it does indeed shut down properly.
OPERATION Heat Level Light Indicators The SP 6000 Multi-Fuel Stove has five heat level settings that range from Low to High. This display serves multiple purposes and you need to be familiar with these purposes. These five settings show you not only what heat level setting the stove is operating on, but they will also show you what speed your convection blower is running. The lights will also show you error diagnostic codes if your stove is not operating properly.
OPERATION Optional Thermostat Installation Installing an optional thermostat may help you maintain a constant house temperature automatically. A millivolt thermostat is required for proper operation. A fixed wall mount or Breckwell’s hand held remote could be used. (Contact your dealer or Breckwell to purchase a remote control or for more information.) A millivolt thermostat is required. Unplug the stove from the power outlet.
OPERATION Control Panel Reset It may become necessary to reset the control panel to the original factory specifications and settings. This could be due to erratic operation from the control panel, power fluctuations, or other reasons. It is easy to accomplish and will often correct any frustrating issues that you may be having.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE FAILURE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THIS UNIT AS INDICATED CAN RESULT IN POOR PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY HAZARDS. CAUTION: NEVER CLEAN THE STOVE WHEN HOT. NOTE: INSPECT BURN POT PERIODICALLY TO SEE THAT HOLES HAVE NOT BECOME PLUGGED. IF SO, CLEAN THEM THOROUGHLY. Ash Disposal Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning Interior Chambers The two ash cleanout doors in the firebox can be removed for periodic cleaning. These doors allow access to the chamber behind the firebox. You must periodically vacuum ashes from this chamber. Depending on the amount of fuel you burn and the ash content of the fuel, you may need to clean these chambers as often as every other week. For most people, once a month is sufficient.
MAINTENANCE Chimney & Vent Cleaning Creosote Formation – When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with moisture in the air and flue gases to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney and accumulates on the flue lining. If ignited, this creosote burns very hot, and may damage the chimney or lead to a catastrophic house fire. Despite their high efficiency, all wood-burning stoves in time, accumulate creosote which must be removed.
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 encountered are often the result of 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Stove Shuts Off and the Third Light Flashes Possible Causes: Possible Remedies: (Unplug stove first when possible) 1. The hopper is out of fuel. Refill the hopper. 2. The air damper is open too far for a low feed setting. If burning on the low setting, you may need to close down the damper (push the damper in) to prevent burning the fuel in the burn pot too quickly. 3. The holes in the burn pot are blocked. Remove the burn pot and thoroughly clean it. 4.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Smoke Smell Coming Back Into The Home Possible Causes: 1. There is a leak in the vent pipe system. 2. The gasket on the combustion blower has gone bad. Possible Remedies: 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Dirty Burn 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 burn pot. 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 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 oiling 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.
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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.
www.breckwell.com Lifetime Limited Warranty Breckwell Hearth Products warrants to the original consumer purchaser that the Breckwell pellet stove in its original installation is free from defects in material and workmanship from the original date of purchase as follows: TIME PERIOD A) Steel Fabricated Components (Excluding Brick Panel, Burn Pot, Stir Rod, Stir Rod Connector) ….……………..…..….……..………………..
