Convection blower problem

[erik123]

Hey all,

So I have a Breckman p23fs pellet stove which has been very loud lately, I believe it is the convection blower. The noise started off as a rattle, but seems to have progressed to a louder, grinding noise. If I spin the blades with the stove off it makes a similar sound, so I don't know if the blower is loose or off balance, or even if either of those are possible. The blower also has not been working well lately, it has been shutting off even at lower heat levels so I don't think its from overheating. I've tried cleaning it out, so I don't know if the blower is bad or if there is something else I can do. I've heard some people say it needs to be oiled, I have not done that and am unaware of how to do it, if anyone thinks that could help and could point me towards some resources that show how to do it I'd be very grateful. Any insight into my problem will be much appreciated, thanks.

 

[Lake Girl]

Apparently these convection blowers can and should be oiled (blue label 3-in-1 oil specifically for electric motors). Tried to find more info by a search using the search box up top but nothing with pics yet...

Edit: Found one manual on-line that mentions SAE20 - 1 to 2 drops in each oil port and at least vacuum out the windings. Compressed air is probably more effective in getting rid of the dust bunnies around the windings though....

 

[SidecarFlip]

No pellet stove is zero maintenance, all require in cabinet cleaning annually and oiling. If you approach a pellet/corn stove as no maintenance except cleaning the firebox and HX and totally disregard the other components, it will fail. It's mechanical. You do change the oil in your car don't you...and check the tire pressure?

Same applies to all pellet stoves. They are mechanical devices and as such require maintenance and/or replacement of mechanical components as those components expire.

 

[Roadstar]

Apparently these convection blowers can and should be oiled (blue label 3-in-1 oil specifically for electric motors). Tried to find more info by a search using the search box up top but nothing with pics yet...

I suggest you check the label on the blower motor to see if it has sealed bearings.
If it does do not oil it.