Kiln

[Scooch]

I just picked up a kiln today.  It is older but seems to work well.  I will have to re-wire it in the near future.  The wiring is fairly old.  Here are a couple of pics.  If anyone has any info on this kiln I would appreciate it.  There are no info plates on it.

[Kev]

I know nothing about it, but it looks like it's in really good shape. Have fun!

[Amber]

I have never used one and have no idea about wiring or anything else, but heck you got a great new toy!!!! Can't wait to see what you do with it *smiles*.

[JoanFrances]

Scooch, good luck with your find.  I would like to point out one thing I see that may cause you some pause to worry

Based on my ceramic kiln experiences, the portion of the interior fire brick that is damaged and can cause a huge heat loss, and possible burn or fire danger.  I would look into the possiblity of repairing that part of the brick prior to using, or do not leave unattended while heating up and until it has reduced it's heat enough.

[Anne]

Also Scooch, don't know if that's where you're planning to leave the kiln to use it but I'd suggest some 'heat proofing' under it.  I got instructions with my kiln that it's not to be placed within 18 inches of a wall or flammable area - and it must be placed on a non combustible surface such as cement, brick, metal or ceramic tile. Have you had any luck searching on line for what kind of kiln it is?  If you can find a picture of it and get the make you can probably download the operating manual for it. Good luck.

[ct4mom]

Great find Scooch. Have fun playing

[Scooch]

That  is not the final location.  I'll have to build another table for it.

I have not been able to find any info on the kiln.  I have posted a pic on multiple sites and have not gotten and info from them as yet.

Scooch, good luck with your find.  I would like to point out one thing I see that may cause you some pause to worry

Based on my ceramic kiln experiences, the portion of the interior fire brick that is damaged and can cause a huge heat loss, and possible burn or fire danger.  I would look into the possiblity of repairing that part of the brick prior to using, or do not leave unattended while heating up and until it has reduced it's heat enough.

The pic makes is look like there is damage to the bricks on the front of it.  There is not.  The door actualy closes fairly tightly and matches up well with the brick used in the body of the kiln.  Interesting enough, there is a hole in the back of the kiln, near the top.  Talk about a heat loss.

[Anne]

Scooch, the hole in the back of the kiln is probably there as a 'peep hole' to enable you to view your work while it's in a fire mode.  What might be missing is the peep plug. As you don't have the plug you may have to adjust the firing schedule (you'll likely have to experiment to work that out) but I don't think it should be a big deal - sure there's heat loss but maybe you can compensate.  I know I've seen pictures of that kiln but I can't remember where.  Maybe just google kiln images and see what you come up with!