Kelsey Crowe
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Thank you @Dick White. This is a good explanation and very helpful. I do love to know and understand the ins and outs. My electrician suggested getting this cord: (Cablectric 4 Prong Range Power Cord, 8 Foot - Heavy Duty 6/8 AWG 50 Amp Cable, NEMA 14-50 Plug, Stove Extension Cord to 4 Wire, NEMA 14-50 Extension Cord, 4 Plug Dryer Replacement Extension Cord) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BW4XFL7R/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1 That does say 50 amps and not 60, so I am not completely clear on that. Not sure yet on the actual outlet- I have him coming out to look. The house is from the 70s and has barely been updated so I think this kiln might fit right in! I don't know enough of what I am looking at to know for sure. Crossing my fingers!
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One more question: Will I have to completely rewire everything if I replace this with a newer kiln later on? Or just swap out the plug to match the power cord for a different kiln?
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Paragon A88B kiln
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Paragon A88B kiln
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This is really helpful. I am kind of kicking myself for this impulse purchase. I think that I perhaps should have waited and just put all the money (that I will spend on the electrician, new hookup, stand, new power cord) towards a new kiln. Do you think that there's a benefit to a manual kiln with a sitter in learning the kiln process and how it works before getting a more modern one? Someone please tell me all hope is not lost...
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I just purchased 2 Paragon A88B kilns and just kind of wondering what all I need to do to get going. One is in pretty great condition and the other is a possible vehicle for parts... The power cord needs to be replaced. It looks as though it was burned somehow. I think it needs a stand. Do I need to purchase a kiln stand or are there other options of things that would work. It will be going on a cement floor. Should I replace the elements as a precaution? I already have a 240 hookup for it, and will have an electrician come and check it out before using it. I was so excited and confident and now I am worried I am in over my head and maybe should have just bought a new kiln. :)
