Breckwell P23FSA, P23I Troubleshooting Guide, High Limit Switch Keeps Tripping, Possible Causes

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

HIGH LIMIT SWITCH KEEPS TRIPPING

Possible Causes:		Possible Remedies:
1.	The convection blower is overheating and tripping the internal
	temperature shutoff.	Try lubricating the convection blower. Put 1-2 drops of SAE 20 oil in
		each of the two oiling ports. Also, 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	The highest heat level setting is designed for use over short periods
	periods of time.	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.	Power surge or brown out situation.	A power surge, spike, or voltage drop could cause the high limit
		switch to trip. Check to see if a surge protector is being used on the
		stove. If not, recommend one to the consumer.
5.	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	P23
1 & 4	1.4 seconds
1	2 seconds
1 & 5	2.5 seconds
2	4 seconds
3	7 seconds
4	9 seconds
5	12 seconds
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 any 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.