Guest Posted January 4, 2017 Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 I decided it would be a good idea to check the adjustment on my sitter. With the guide in place and manual in hand, I started by checking the clearance between the trigger and the claw. The instructions read that I'm supposed to have a 1/16". The problem is the claw has an 1/16" play in and out. Is this normal and if so do I adjust the clearance with the claw all the way in or all the way out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilestrick Posted January 4, 2017 Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 Yes, it's an imperfect system. If it has been firing accurately (cone bent to 90 degrees), then I wouldn't touch a thing. The in and out play isn't as important as how much the claw is down over the weight. Just adjust the weight up and down as needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Thanks Neil The claw clears when the rod is extended and bumps against the weight when in As it turned out I thought I had ^4, ^5 and ^6 witness cones but I was sent two boxes of ^6. The bisque fire was ok but I'm guessing that I may have glazed fired to somewhere around ^5-1/2 based on how the ^6 witness and the ^5 junior cones looks. I have ^5s on order and I'll check next time I fire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilestrick Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Personally, I like to adjust them based on the cones rather than the calibration gauge. I consider the gauge to be a starting point only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Good thought, Ill keep that in mind. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pres Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 A little warning to those of you that may have the setters set over two sections of the kiln(have seen it in some kiln brands), make certain that the sections are always aligned so that the setter is not at an angle. This will keep the tab from dropping down and shutting off the kiln. Had this happen on one kiln, and really over fired a night time firing in the school. It only takes a slight misalignment to keep the tab from falling. Just be aware. best, Pres Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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