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[[File:EconoKiln1.jpg|400px|thumb|Econokiln J Ceramics Kiln]]
[[File:tabletopkiln.jpg|400px|thumb|RapidFire Pro LP]]


==Info==
=About our machines=
Model: Z18
*Model: Econokiln J, Z18
**from: Community Clay Center in Keene, NH (orginally from: Newton Potter's Supply)
**17.5 inch octagonal opening, 18" deep
**This is a ceramics kiln intended for doing batches of pottery.
*Model: RAPIDFIRE PROGRAMMABLE PRO-LP from Tabletop Furnace
**from: Elizabeth Dalton
**Size (inside): 6″ x 5″ x 6″
**Power: 1500W
**Max temperature: 2200 F
**RapidFire kilns are designed to rapidly heat to 2200 F (1205 C) for jewelry, metal clays (PMC), glass fusing, glaze testing and ceramics.
*'''These tools require a safety checkout'''


from: Community Clay Center in Keene, NH
=Guides and Manuals=
*[https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BzVFua5o5J7YbE5fMklnM1IyMU0 Econo Kiln Info]
*[https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BzVFua5o5J7Yb053R2xhRmN2R3M Kiln Sitter LT-2 Manual]
*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OXdXD-dtATw0iIz3c4uoJKgCtbgHcF25/view?usp=sharing RapidFire Pro LP Manual]


orginally from: Newton Potter's Supply
=General Tips and Safety=
*'''Ask before attempting to operate!'''
*Max temp: 2300F (do not operate at this temperature or higher. it is an old kiln and high heat will wear it out faster)
*The garage door should be partially open to ventilate any fumes
*The EconoKiln can be operated in the Auto Shop using an extension cable


'''Max temp: 2300F (do not operate at this temperature or higher. it is an old kiln and high heat will wear it out faster)'''
=Setup Checklist=
* Safe Location - is the kiln at least 30 feet from any combustible items? Is it in a safe location where it will be undistrubed?
* Inspect the kiln controls - do the switches turn on and off normally?
* Inspect the heater coils and bricks - is everything intact?
* When turning on - check the heat of the plug and cable. Is it too hot to touch?


==External Resources:==
=Helpful Videos=
*EconoKiln
**[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOTLkuaBGE8 Firing a Manual Kiln with a Kiln Sitter]
**[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FadDIiLdu3c Tips for new kiln owners]
**[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlNq9KhOEwY Beginner intro to the Cone chart and Firing process (Very Basic)]
*RapidFire Pro LP
**[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHxoEomqEIo How to Program the TableTop Furnace RapidFire Pro]


===Manuals===
'''[https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BzVFua5o5J7YbE5fMklnM1IyMU0 Econo Kiln Info]'''


'''[https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BzVFua5o5J7Yb053R2xhRmN2R3M Kiln Sitter LT-2 Manual]'''
=Maintenance=
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpUedqtHr8I Repairing a Cracked Top or Bottom of an L&L Electric Kiln]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BohGz_2KoKM Skutt Kiln Maintainence - Replacing the Kiln's Element]


===Supplies===
Parts:
[http://www.portlandpottery.com/ Portland Pottery Supply]
*[https://www.theceramicshop.com/store/category/39/232/peep-plugs/ Peep hole plugs]
*[https://hotkilns.com/parts?parts_category=All&kiln_series_nid=All&obsolete_series_nid=1049&PN=&title= L&L Kiln Parts]
 
=Supplies=
*[http://www.portlandpottery.com/ Portland Pottery Supply]
*[http://www.portlandpottery.com/cones/ Cones]
*[http://www.portlandpottery.com/cones/ Cones]
*[http://www.portlandpottery.com/laguna-low-fire-clay/ Low-fire clay]
*[http://www.portlandpottery.com/laguna-low-fire-clay/ Low-fire clay]
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*[http://www.portlandpottery.com/teachers-pallete/ Glazes - Teacher's Pallete], easily inter-mixable colors
*[http://www.portlandpottery.com/teachers-pallete/ Glazes - Teacher's Pallete], easily inter-mixable colors


===Pottery Workspace Ideas===
[http://ceramicartsdaily.org/ceramic-studio-equipment/tip-of-the-week-a-simple-shelving-solution-for-the-pottery-studio/ Pallet shelving]


[http://ceramicartsdaily.org/clay-tools/making-clay-tools/how-to-make-your-very-own-slab-roller/ DIY Slab-roller]






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Latest revision as of 14:51, 14 October 2022

Econokiln J Ceramics Kiln
RapidFire Pro LP

About our machines

  • Model: Econokiln J, Z18
    • from: Community Clay Center in Keene, NH (orginally from: Newton Potter's Supply)
    • 17.5 inch octagonal opening, 18" deep
    • This is a ceramics kiln intended for doing batches of pottery.
  • Model: RAPIDFIRE PROGRAMMABLE PRO-LP from Tabletop Furnace
    • from: Elizabeth Dalton
    • Size (inside): 6″ x 5″ x 6″
    • Power: 1500W
    • Max temperature: 2200 F
    • RapidFire kilns are designed to rapidly heat to 2200 F (1205 C) for jewelry, metal clays (PMC), glass fusing, glaze testing and ceramics.
  • These tools require a safety checkout

Guides and Manuals

General Tips and Safety

  • Ask before attempting to operate!
  • Max temp: 2300F (do not operate at this temperature or higher. it is an old kiln and high heat will wear it out faster)
  • The garage door should be partially open to ventilate any fumes
  • The EconoKiln can be operated in the Auto Shop using an extension cable

Setup Checklist

  • Safe Location - is the kiln at least 30 feet from any combustible items? Is it in a safe location where it will be undistrubed?
  • Inspect the kiln controls - do the switches turn on and off normally?
  • Inspect the heater coils and bricks - is everything intact?
  • When turning on - check the heat of the plug and cable. Is it too hot to touch?

Helpful Videos


Maintenance

Parts:

Supplies