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SPECIFICATIONS 

FREESTANDING: 

Width: 26” 

Height: 33 ¼” 

Depth: 30 7/8” (excluding ash lip) 

Weight: 325 lbs. 

Flue size: 3” or 4” 

Hopper Capacity: Up to 65 lbs. 

(this can vary widely depending on pellet size, length, and diameter) 

EPA status: exempt 

Burn time: 1 lb. to 5 lbs. per hour 

BTU range: 8,200 to 50,000 

Approved installations: mobile home, alcove, conventional 

FIREPLACE INSERT: 

Width: 22” (at fireplace rear) 

           29 ½” (at fireplace opening) 

Height: 21” (in fireplace)  

Depth: 23 ½” (total) 

           16 3/8” (in fireplace) 

Flashing Size: 44 ½” W x 28” H (medium) 

 

       48 ½” W x 32” H (large) 

Weight: 250 lbs. 

 

Flashing: 13 lbs. 

Flue size: 3” or 4” 

Hopper Capacity: Up to 70 lbs. 

(this can vary widely depending on pellet size, length, and diameter) 

EPA status: exempt 

Burn time: 1 lb. to 5 lbs. per hour 

BTU range: 8,200 to 50,000 

Approved installations: zero-clearance, masonry, as a built-in 

PREPARATION 

Factory packaging must be removed, and some minor assembly work is required 

prior to installation. Access to the rear of the stove is necessary. 
The circuit board/control panel must be unpacked and installed in the side 

flashing on the insert. (See installation instructions provided with the circuit 

board) 
NOTE: Normally, your dealer will perform these functions. 

CLEARANCES 

The Breckwell P24 Freestanding has been tested and listed for installation in 

residential, mobile home and alcove applications. 
The P24 Insert is approved for installation into code complying masonry 

fireplaces. 
The P24 Insert is also approved for use in listed factory built fireplaces (UL 127) 

and standard residential built-ins (see 

As A Built-In Fireplace

), including Mobile 

Home built-in installations, of the following description: all brands at least 36” 

wide and 20” high. 
FLOOR PROTECTION: Freestanding installations, minimum 25” wide by 35” 

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. 
THE MATERIAL(S) USED MUST HAVE, OR COMBINE TO HAVE, A MINIMUM 

INSULATIVE RATING OF ‘R1’. 
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. 
Clearances are measured from the sides, back and face (door opening) or stove 

body (refer to fig. 4).

  

DO NOT USE MAKESHIFT MATERIALS OR COMPROMISES IN THE 
INSTALLATION OF THIS UNIT. 

INSTALL VENT WITH CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT 
MANUFACTURER. 

 

 

 
 
 
 

 

 

 

 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

INSTALLATION 

SIDEWALL CLEARANCES 

FIGURE 1 

ALCOVE CLEARANCES 

FIGURE 2 

FIGURE 3 

FLOOR PROTECTION

 

FIGURE 4 

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Summary of Contents for Tradition P24FS

Page 1: ...he 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...

Page 2: ...o approved as a mobile home heater which is designed for connection to an outside combustion air source The stove will not operate using natural draft or without a power source for the blower systems...

Page 3: ...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...

Page 4: ...Starting a Warm Stove 16 If Stove Runs Out Of Pellets 17 Damper Control 17 Refueling 17 Breckwell Maintenance Tool 17 Shutdown Procedure 17 Safety Features 17 Optional Thermostat 18 Thermostat Install...

Page 5: ...lation in residential mobile home and alcove applications The P24 Insert is approved for installation into code complying masonry fireplaces The P24 Insert is also approved for use in listed factory b...

Page 6: ...stion air is easily available to the air inlet A closeable outside air register can be used in tightly insulated homes In insert installations flashing vents should not be restricted The flashing shou...

Page 7: ...ve exhaust vent refer to figure 5 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...

Page 8: ...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...

Page 9: ...from 3 L Vent to 6 or 8 Class A chimney Figure 10a As an alternative 3 or 4 L Vent can be run inside existing chimney to termination Figure 10b This is the preferred method Follow guidelines for equiv...

Page 10: ...ances 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 inc...

Page 11: ...gest painting the interior of particularly old and dirty fireplaces to seal any odors In zero clearance fireplace installations when the fireplace opening is above the floor or raised hearth the adjus...

Page 12: ...onry Fireplaces Only Refer to Figure 15 1 You will need a pipe length that extends 12 above the blanking plate NOTE This installation is optional but not recommended Outside combustion air cannot be d...

Page 13: ...t sides and rear of the stove in fireplace must be enclosed per the applicable electrical standards NOTE Floor protection for Built in raised hearths requires a continuous sheet beneath to prevent the...

Page 14: ...the chimney flue A permanent metal warning label must be attached to the back wall of the fireplace opening stating the following This fireplace has been altered to accommodate a fireplace insert and...

Page 15: ...on the Heat Level Advance setting d RESET TRIM Different size and quality pellet fuel and installation altitude may require adjustment of the 1 feed setting on the Heat Level Advance bar graph This is...

Page 16: ...ckwell approved burnpot NOTE During the first few fires your stove will emit an odor as the high temperature paint cures or becomes seasoned to the metal Maintaining smaller fires will minimize this A...

Page 17: ...r tubes see instructions in CLEANING c Scrape ashes from burnpot SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE Turning your Breckwell stove off is a matter of pressing the On Off control panel switch The green light will go out...

Page 18: ...his owner s manual HIGH LOW THERMOSTAT MODE When engaged in this mode the stove will automatically switch between two settings When warm enough it will switch to the 1 or low setting The room air blow...

Page 19: ...the control panel g KEEP ALL LOOSE OR MOVEABLE HOUSEHOLD COMBUSTIBLES SUCH AS FURNITURE DRAPES TOYS ETC AT LEAST THREE FEET FROM THE OPERATING STOVE h Maintain proper ventilation It is important that...

Page 20: ...r 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 24 by unscrewing the two knobs on the fro...

Page 21: ...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...

Page 22: ...his 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 combustio...

Page 23: ...MAINTENANCE 23 FIGURE 29 www PelletKing com...

Page 24: ...ot 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 sw...

Page 25: ...r 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...

Page 26: ...ck 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 COM...

Page 27: ...ger 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 re...

Page 28: ...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 f...

Page 29: ...nd what setting No other types of fuel have been approved for Breckwell pellet stoves If there are signs of other types of fuel being used advise the consumer to stop using them immediately 4 Power su...

Page 30: ...FIGURE 30 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM 30 www PelletKing com...

Page 31: ...rol Panel C E 401 Combustion Blower A E 027 Convection Blower A E 033 Door Gasket C G 050 Door Glass C D 030 Exhaust Adapter 3 C M 020 Exhaust Adapter 4 A 4 VA Hot Rod Igniter C E IGN Thermodisk Proof...

Page 32: ...umstances 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 mo...

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