The Breckwell Classic Cast P4000 Pellet Stove

The Breckwell Classic Cast P4000 was previously known as the Breckwell Vermont. The hopper size has increased from 40 to 50 lbs.

This is a refreshingly uncluttered cast iron stove which is freestanding on cast iron legs.

The Classic Cast has a large ashpan for a stove of this size, it is recommended to be emptied only after burning a ton of fuel.

This stove has a burn time of 50 hrs, and gives out 42,000 btu. per hour, but see comments below about running on the high heat setting.

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Heating Area 1,500 sq. ft.

Max. Heat Output 42,000 btu.

Min. Heat Output 8,000 btu. zero with optional thermostat

Automatic Ignition Yes

Manual Ignition If needed

Hopper Capacity 50 lbs.

Burn time 50 hrs.

Fuel Type Preferably premium pellets, but will burn standard.

Glass Air Wash Yes

Built in Blower Yes

Convection Blower Capacity 165 cfm.

Thermostat Compatible Yes, available as an option

E.P.A. Approved Yes

Emissions 2.2 gr./hr.

Efficiency 81%

Dimensions

Height 29.5 in.
Width 25.25 in.
Depth 24.25 in.

Weight 260 lbs.

Window Size 11.5 in by 7.5 in.

Flue Vent Size 3 in.

Top Vent No

Rear Vent Yes

Rear Vent Height 10.6 in

Battery Backup No See Stove Sentry

Surge Protector Recommended

Colours natural charcoal grey cast iron

Exhaust Temperature Sensor No

Low Draft Shutdown Yes

Construction Type Cast Iron

Automatic Shutdown and Re-ignition Yes, with thermostat

Warranty

One year

Electrical components: Glass and burn pot for thermal damage.

Five years

Steel fabricated components.

10% discount on components after the warranty has expired. Original purchaser only.

Options

Wall Thermostat

Hand held thermostat

Nickel or gold door trim.

Comments

It's recommended that the Breckwell Classic Cast not be run for more than an hour at a time on the high heat setting.

Some problems with the A-E-033 convection fan seizing. This is being replaced with the C-E-029 fan. Try to make sure the newer fan is fitted.

Maintenance

Daily

Stir the burn pot, wipe the glass.

Weekly

Empty the burn pot, clean the glass, brush out the combustion chamber and clean the heat exchange tubes.

Annually, or for every ton of fuel.

Empty ashes, clean interior venting, clean the blades of the combustion and convection blowers, clean the vent system, inspect the gaskets, empty and vacuum the hopper.

Review

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