Breckwell Insert Auger Question

[adamztoyz]

Hi,

I have a Breckwell P24I insert. I recently changed out the original auger motor which was having an issue. Now I am finding that the auger has play. I can put my hand on the hopper and move the auger up. Is there bushing or something in there that may have worn out? I am hearing quite a few more thuds from it than in the past and lately pellets aren't dropping very well. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

 

[kinsmanstoves]

there is a brass bushing on the top and bottom. The auger should have up and down play but not a lot. Take the hopper top off and open the auger cover by removing the nuts and check it out. Plan on an hour or so after you pull it out.

 

[imacman]

How old is the unit?

Eric, what is the normal usage time before the bushing should be changed out?

 

[Heatsource]

I've worked on 25 yr old units with perfect bushings, it is a case by case issue ime

 

[kinsmanstoves]

How old is the unit?

Eric, what is the normal usage time before the bushing should be changed out?

I seen one that was scored and had to be replaced. Other than that, never.

Eric

 

[Heatsource]

we just had a 28yr old p2000, upper bushing may have failed, as auger motor twisted the auger shaft until it broke, bent up the end plate.
amazing a 28yr old auger motor had that much power still!
(dont make em like that anymore)