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[[File:EconoKiln1.jpg|400px|thumb|Econokiln J Ceramics Kiln]] | [[File:EconoKiln1.jpg|400px|thumb|Econokiln J Ceramics Kiln]] | ||
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*The EconoKiln can be operated in the Auto Shop using an extension cable | *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= | =Helpful Videos= | ||
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Latest revision as of 14:51, 14 October 2022
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
- EconoKiln
- RapidFire Pro LP
Maintenance
- Repairing a Cracked Top or Bottom of an L&L Electric Kiln
- Skutt Kiln Maintainence - Replacing the Kiln's Element
Parts:
Supplies
- Portland Pottery Supply
- Cones
- Low-fire clay
- Mid-fire clay
- Low or no-fire clay
- Glazes - Teacher's Pallete, easily inter-mixable colors