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- Page 1 Smart kilns Instruction manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety regulations ........Installation ..........Location ..........Placement of the kiln ......Electricity ..........Safety switch ......... Lid hinge and closing mechanism....Usage ............. Pre-firing ..........Sustainable temperature ....... Loading the kiln ........Facts ............Shrinkage tears ........Narrow crack while firing ...... - Page 3 Introduction Congratulations! You have just bought a high quality Keramikos Smart kiln. This Dutch product is made to guarantee years of safe and enjoyable use. Read this instruction manual thoroughly before starting installation and use. Instructions on placement and use of the kiln can be found in this manual.
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Page 4: Safety Regulations
Safety ◆ Read this instruction manual before using the kiln. ◆ The kiln should be placed with a free area of 30 cm regulations surrounding it. ◆ The kiln should be placed on its chassis, on a concrete floor (or ceramic or concrete tile). ◆... -
Page 5: Installation
Installation Location The space in which the kiln is placed must be large enough to allow working in front of the kiln. Ensure no flammable objects are in close proximity to the kiln. Do not place closets or racks near the kiln. The space must be well ventilated, especially during firing so any fumes can be aired out. -
Page 6: Placement Of The Kiln
Placement of the kiln Always place the kiln on a flat and heat resistant base. If there is a wooden or synthetic polymer floor beneath the kiln (linoleum, hardwood, laminate flooring, etc.), cover it with ceramic or paving tiles. Then place the chassis levelled, using the adjustable legs beneath the frame. - Page 7 Small space (left): ensure a supply of fresh air by means of a grille in the door, or by leaving the door ajar. A. Does the room have a window? Then use this for ventilation. B. + C. No window or ventilation system? Place a mechanical ventilation system or a grille in the wall (near the kiln) for ventilation.
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Page 8: Electricity
Electricity Use a good quality electricity socket for the kiln. Due to the kiln’s high capacity, use of switch material of inferior quality may cause the socket to heat up and/or start Attention: use of an extension discolouring. cord is only possible with a thickness of at least 3 ×... -
Page 9: Safety Switch
Safety switch The kiln is equipped with a safety switch that cuts off the power when the lid is opened. To make sure your kiln operates properly it is important to close the lid with the clip. Let the kiln cool down to 50°C or less before opening the lid. -
Page 10: Usage
Usage Pre-firing Before you want to use the kiln, fire the kiln once without contents and once do a biscuit fire. After this, the kiln is ready for use and you can also fire the glaze. Firing is necessary to give the elements a protective oxide layer, which significantly extends the lifespan of the elements. -
Page 11: Sustainable Temperature
Sustainable temperature All kilns are designed for long-term use. The kiln is more durable and eco-friendly when the sustainable temperature is used. Most of our kilns have a sustainable temperature Sustainable of 1260°C, perfectly suitable for bisque, earthenware, glaze, temperature: usually 1260°C stoneware and porcelain. -
Page 12: Loading The Kiln
Loading the kiln Placing cylinders for base slab support; three 3 cm tall cylinders. Arrange these in a triangular shape, with equal distance between (see image). The first kiln slab is placed onto these cylinders. After placing this slab, it is unnecessary to take it out between firings. - Page 13 1. With a biscuit firing, the work can be placed against or on top of each other. 2. Glaze melts and blends with the work. Therefore, make sure that the glazed work stands free and does not touch anything. This also concerns the underside.
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Page 14: Facts
Facts Shrinkage tears Narrow crack while firing After using the kiln for At the end of the firing a while, it is usual for process, it is possible, due small tears to appear. for the expansion from This occurs because of heat while firing for a the great difference in narrow opening between... -
Page 15: Salt Glazing
Salt glazing Clay type Electric kilns are not suited Make sure you select the for salt glazing. This is right clay for your intended because slat glaze attaches work, to prevent breakage itself to both your work or deformation. Always and to the inside of the note the maximum firing kiln. -
Page 16: Elements And U-Pins
Elements Elements and U-pins Coils are always subject to wear and tear, you should keep in mind that a set of coils generally lasts 3 to 6 years. This depends, among other things, on how often you fire the kiln, at what temperature, the enviroment where the kiln is located, what kind of work you fire, etc. - Page 17 elements, you can easily put in special made u-pins, these are made from the same material as the elements. When using the u-pins to enforce the elements, a flat mouth plier is used. With this you push the u-pins into the stone, across a twist of the elements.
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Page 18: Firing Tips
Firing tips ◆ Always use the right temperature. When firing too high your work can melt and deform. The right firing temperature can be found on the packaging of the clay or glaze. ◆ Do not place stoneware on triangles during firing to prevent deformation. -
Page 19: Warranty
Date of delivery: Delivery to: Particularities: Signature: From the date of the delivery Keramikos provides 3 years of limited Company stamp: warranty on the kiln mentioned above. This warrantee only applies to the aforementioned first owner and ends when ownership changes. In the case of incompetent use of the kiln this warrantee comes to end, read the manual before the first use. - Page 20 www.keramikos.nl...
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