Cedar Tree Pottery Posted September 10, 2018 Report Share Posted September 10, 2018 1 year ago I bought an old paragon kiln that they no longer manufacture. I've been using it ever since but have had issues with my glazes not melting all the way. When trying to fix this, I discovered that the mini cones in the kiln sitter do not bend 90° they only bend 45° or so. I believe hat this is the problem but I have no idea how to fix it. Has this ever happened to anyone else? Advice? Thanks -Claire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnolia Mud Research Posted September 10, 2018 Report Share Posted September 10, 2018 Get in touch with Arnold Howard at Paragon. He can help you with your problem with the kiln. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilestrick Posted September 10, 2018 Report Share Posted September 10, 2018 @CedarTreePottery If the cone isn't bending far enough, you need to adjust the sitter. Specifically, look at the sitter weight, the part that falls down when the claw releases it to shut off the kiln. On the weight you will see a small plate at the top and a set screw that holds it in place. You need to raise the weight slightly, which will require the cone to bend further before the claw raises enough to release the weight. I'd start with raising the plate about 1/32" and go from there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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