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KM OPERATING MANUAL
REV 7/30/04
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UNPACKING THE KILN (KM AUTOMATIC MODELS)
1. Open the lid, remove the plastic cover and carefully remove the kiln stand and “goodie bag” from the
inside of the kiln. Models KM818-3 & KM614-3 have the stand in a separate box. Close the lid.
2. Remove the black plastic feet from the “goodie bag” and put them on the stand legs. Set the stand in
the location you have designated for the kiln. See the section in the owner’s manual on locating your
kiln if you are not sure about the safety requirements for the kiln site.
There are two options for setting the kiln up. The fi rst option is to set it up as one unit. Option one is not
recommended for 12 sided kilns because the additional weight puts too much strain on the handles. Option two
involves breaking the kiln into lighter sections for easier handleing. These options are discussed in detail below.
Option one.
1. For larger, heavier kilns you may choose to remove the lid from the top section. This will reduce the
overall weight. To do this consult the Lid Lifter Addendum in your operating manual.
2. Place the lid on a clean, fl at surface.
3. Unbuckle the latches securing the fl oor of the kiln to the bottom section. There are section handles on
the kiln. With a partner, using the lower section handles, lift the kiln off the kiln fl oor and rest it on a
clean, fl at surface, next to the stand.
4. Position the kiln fl oor on top of the stand making certain that the weight is evenly distributed.
Notes on assembly. Make sure the stand and kiln fl oor are level and do not teeter. Leveling problems may
put unnecessary stress on the kiln during fi ring. To level the stand, place fi rm shims under the legs (never above
them touching the kiln). Center the kiln’s bottom slab on the stand and double-check teetering.
5. With a partner, pick the kiln up and rest it on top of the kiln fl oor.
6. Replace the lid on top of the kiln.
7. Replace lid using the instruction in the Lid Lifter Addendum in your operating manual.
The kiln is now ready for use.
Option two.
You may separate the kiln into sections if it is too heavy to move.
1. The electronic control panel of your kiln has a patent pending hinged box for easy removal. Remove
the screws on the left side of the box that secure the box to the kiln.
2. Swing the panel to the side.
3. Slide the feeder wire connectors off of the terminals strip noting the placement of the wires.
4. Slide the thermocouple wire connectors off of the terminals strip noting the placement of the wires.
5. Lift the box up and off the hinges to remove it.
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