killacarly Posted November 17, 2018 Report Share Posted November 17, 2018 I have finally decided to set up my own personal studio and recently bought a used kiln in great condition per my professor's advice. I am used to using my professor's gas kiln at my university, so I'm not very knowledgeable on electric kilns. I know it'll be a lot of trial and error, but I was wondering if anyone has any tips or advice for getting started. Thank you:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilestrick Posted November 17, 2018 Report Share Posted November 17, 2018 So does the small ring have elements in it? If so, you'll need a 50 amp breaker. If not, you'll need a 40 amp breaker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killacarly Posted November 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2018 39 minutes ago, neilestrick said: So does the small ring have elements in it? If so, you'll need a 50 amp breaker. If not, you'll need a 40 amp breaker. The blank ring does not have elements in it. However, I have taken it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilestrick Posted November 17, 2018 Report Share Posted November 17, 2018 I had a typo there! 50 amp with a powered ring, 40 amps with a blank ring. I fixed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hulk Posted November 17, 2018 Report Share Posted November 17, 2018 Looks like that model came with a blank ring (no change in draw) or "extension ring" - which raised the draw from 27 to 40 amps, hence, my guess is you need to supply 27 amps + the required margin. Any road, forum regulars will likely mention: a) run only with proper/correct wiring b) run with adequate ventilation c) run with at least minimum clearance to combustibles, fire extinguishers handy, and monitor closely ...also, carefully vacuum it out beforehand. From there, looks like no numeric control on that? Either way, place cone packs on each level, and expect to learn by doing the first few firings; if you don' have a thermocouple/pyrometer, get one. Skutt support is generally very good; give them a ring, should any questions come up. You should be able to get full docs on that model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shawnhar Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 Make a ton of test pieces for glaze firing before trying to fire anything you care about. I had to fire mine 10 times to find the right settings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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