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=About our machine=
=About our machine=
*Model:Skutt Kilnmaster Kiln
*Model:Skutt Kilnmaster Kiln
*'''This tool is ONLY operated by authorized Makerspace Pottery Studio users.'''
*'''Kiln operates on a weekly schedule.'''


=Guides and Manuals=
=Guides and Manuals=
*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L8NexvRMe2YUWRtAbmW9BiM5zvewjovo/view?usp=drive_link Shimpo VL Whisper Manual]
*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/13Rto2ZyWUwuK051LGYNFIgabutRKadxz/view?usp=drive_link Skutt Kilnmaster Kiln]


=Safety=
=Safety=
*Be careful of loose fitting clothing and long hair.
*'''Do NOT touch. Ask authorized Makerspace user before attempting to operate!'''
*Take off metal accessories such as rings and watches before handling.
*The stainless steel jacket and some of the other fixtures surrounding the kiln will get hot enough to burn your skin when the kiln is heated.
*Do not use the wheel other than for throwing clay.
*Use fire rated gloves to protect your skin and make sure clothing is kept well away from any kiln opening or hot kiln surface.
*Do not insert hands or objects into openings or moving parts.
*Never insert metal instruments or place any part of your body into the kiln while it is firing.
*Stop operation of the wheel if you smell or see smoke or hear unusual noises.
*Do not place combustibles in your kiln, such as: paper (except specific shelf liner fiber-paper used for glass applications), cardboard, wood, plastic, etc.
*Touching switches or plugs with wet hands may result in electrical shock.
*Items that may be damp (i.e. greenware, kiln shelves) have the potential to crack or explode inside the kiln when the moisture trapped inside them turns to vapor when heated.
*Do not pick up the wheel by the wheelhead. You may bend the shaft.
*Never allow your kiln to exceed the temperature rating listed on the serial plate.
*For your safety, the protection of your kiln, and the protection of your ware inside the kiln, we recommend that you avoid unloading the kiln when it is above 125°F (52°C).


=Tips=
=Tips=
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=Maintenance=
=Maintenance=
*Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF and unplug your wheel from the power source before cleaning or inspection.
*Vacuum floor and element grooves regularly. Carefully vacuum around thermocouple and elements. Leave KM kilns plugged in when you are vacuuming to ground any static charges that may occur at the nozzle tip of the vacuum. Try to keep the vacuum away from the touch pad area. Inspect Plug and Wall receptacle for any indication of excessive heat. Replace both plug and receptacle if necessary.
*Never hose down the wheel. Clean off the potter's wheel with a damp sponge or cloth.  
 
*Drain your splash pan regularly to avoid a build up of excessive water and clay.  
*Glaze drips on a properly kiln washed floor can easily be removed without damage to the surface below. Remember to remove all glaze drips before taking the kiln to porcelain/stoneware temperatures, where the glaze will over-fire and soak through the kiln wash.
*Detach the splash pan after each use and clean out thoroughly.
*Unplug your wheel from power source if you will not be using it for an extended period of time.
*If the power cord becomes damaged, please ask your Authorized Shimpo Dealer about a replacement. Do not attempt to repair the power cord by yourself.


Parts:
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[[Category: Tool]]
[[Category: Tool]]
[[Category: Pottery Shop]]
[[Category: Pottery Studio]]
[[Category: Safety Checkout]]
[[Category: Safety Checkout]]

Latest revision as of 10:33, 7 March 2025

Skutt Kilnmaster Kiln

About our machine

  • Model:Skutt Kilnmaster Kiln
  • This tool is ONLY operated by authorized Makerspace Pottery Studio users.
  • Kiln operates on a weekly schedule.

Guides and Manuals

Safety

  • Do NOT touch. Ask authorized Makerspace user before attempting to operate!
  • The stainless steel jacket and some of the other fixtures surrounding the kiln will get hot enough to burn your skin when the kiln is heated.
  • Use fire rated gloves to protect your skin and make sure clothing is kept well away from any kiln opening or hot kiln surface.
  • Never insert metal instruments or place any part of your body into the kiln while it is firing.
  • Do not place combustibles in your kiln, such as: paper (except specific shelf liner fiber-paper used for glass applications), cardboard, wood, plastic, etc.
  • Items that may be damp (i.e. greenware, kiln shelves) have the potential to crack or explode inside the kiln when the moisture trapped inside them turns to vapor when heated.
  • Never allow your kiln to exceed the temperature rating listed on the serial plate.
  • For your safety, the protection of your kiln, and the protection of your ware inside the kiln, we recommend that you avoid unloading the kiln when it is above 125°F (52°C).

Tips

Helpful Videos

Maintenance

  • Vacuum floor and element grooves regularly. Carefully vacuum around thermocouple and elements. Leave KM kilns plugged in when you are vacuuming to ground any static charges that may occur at the nozzle tip of the vacuum. Try to keep the vacuum away from the touch pad area. Inspect Plug and Wall receptacle for any indication of excessive heat. Replace both plug and receptacle if necessary.
  • Glaze drips on a properly kiln washed floor can easily be removed without damage to the surface below. Remember to remove all glaze drips before taking the kiln to porcelain/stoneware temperatures, where the glaze will over-fire and soak through the kiln wash.

Parts:

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