Kittec CB Series User Manual Download

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Model series CB / ECO / SQ

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Summary of Contents for CB Series

Page 1: ...Last updated 19 10 2020 subject to modifications U s e r m a n u a l Model series CB ECO SQ ...

Page 2: ...lation 8 3 1 Storage and transport 8 3 2 Installation 8 3 3 Checking clamps 9 3 4 Connection of exhaust pipe 9 3 5 Electrical connection 10 3 6 Initial operation Test firing 11 4 The firing process 13 4 1 General 13 4 2 Firing procedure 13 5 Maintenance and care 15 6 Kiln disposal 16 7 Troubleshooting 17 8 Warranty 18 9 Firing record template 20 10 Certificate of conformity 21 ...

Page 3: ...o recognized safety rules The product may only be operated in perfect working condition The operating instructions are part of the product and must be observed during the entire operating period and included with every change of location The content of this manual is for informational purposes only It is subject to change without notice and can not to be considered as an obligation of the manufact...

Page 4: ...electric kilns described in this manual KITTEC Studio Line are built exclusively for the purpose of firing thermal treatment and or melting of ceramics china enamel glaze and or glass The maximum temperature in the firing chamber of the kiln is 1320 C except SQ50 with max 1280 30 C and SQ70 with max 1250 30 C The melting temperature of glazes and the vitrification temperature of the clays used wil...

Page 5: ...ng the kiln Never open hot kilns firing chamber 50 C Danger High voltage Hot surface Particular caution when opening in heated state Pull power plug before opening Within this user manual the following sign is used for safety instructions Safety instructions ...

Page 6: ...warming and or drying of food and or other misappropriations are not allowed Do not allow unauthorized persons access to the kiln Keep children away from the kiln possibly lock the room Never put flammable materials into the kiln While operating the kiln it must be ensured that it is not possible to reach into the hot firing chamber It is recommended to lock the lid door Use only authorized raw ma...

Page 7: ...ring maintenance disconnect the kiln from the power supply pull the plug or if applicable turn off the isolator switch The whole electrical circuit must be checked by a service engineer prior to first use of the kiln after maintenance and repairs and regularly at least every 4 years Keep order in vicinity of the kiln Disorder increases the risk of accidents Changes to electrical components may onl...

Page 8: ...ements are The size of room must be adequate dry relative humidity 80 and ventilated The floor should be of stone concrete or a material of similar strength and heat resistance The floor should be smooth and even offering secure standing for the kiln The authorized area loading must not be exceeded Floors of wood carpet plastic or other flammable materials which deform and or inflame with temperat...

Page 9: ... whatever occurs first After 2 years of operation this check must be carried out at annual intervals 3 4 Connection of exhaust pipe Generally all kilns are supplied with an exhaust pipe of 80mm which should be fixed with two threaded screws with the sloped side in front of the side ventilation hole For a discharge to atmosphere a minimum 2 m long chimney effect stovepipe e g flexible aluminium pip...

Page 10: ...and for sufficient size of fuse and thickness according details given on the type plate of the kiln To guarantee a fast and easy disconnection of the kiln from the power supply in case of emergency the main isolator switch on the electrical supply should be readily accessible within the kiln room For enlargeable kilns the plug connection between the kiln components has to be checked Do not connect...

Page 11: ... the lid until it comes to rest Remove any protective packaging and close the kiln by carefully bringing down the lid again Mount the controller to the bracket provided and connect the controller plug to the multipin socket on the bottom of the power box at the rear bringing down the fixing catch Advice Avoid placing the control unit on the kiln although the kiln is not in use It has often happene...

Page 12: ...well During all programs the noise of the protectors in the power box is clearly audible After completion of the firing test program your KITTEC kiln is ready for use Attention NEVER open the hot kiln when the firing chamber temperature 50 C Always switch off the controller at the power switch if the kiln is not in use For a longer period out of use the electric power plug should be disconnected a...

Page 13: ... on the body For starting the firing process please use the controller to select the desired firing program and start the kiln see user manual for the controller Supply air bottom valve mostly optional The optional supply air bottom valve can be opened in case of 1 dry firing to draw off humidity 2 decor and gold firing because of solvents 3 desired faster cooling process 4 2 Firing procedure Bisc...

Page 14: ...e kiln Fire similar pieces on one level The minimum distance between the pieces should be three to five cm that is also advised for the distance to the wall The base of each piece should not be glazed or it should be supported on stilts to protect the surface of the kiln shelf The kiln shelves may be spread with suitable protective batt wash as protection from accidental glaze runs for information...

Page 15: ... the heating elements with the vacuum cleaner suction pipe Should glaze get in contact with the insulation bricks it should be removed with a suitable tool e g a spatula With further firings the glaze would lead to further damage of the brickwork After each firing please check the firing chamber for damage by accidental glaze spillage or runs If more than 2 cm of the brick is eroded the area of br...

Page 16: ... label and if necessary to pack them This helps to ensure that all parts can be reassembled properly With each firing process the heating elements and for electric kilns also the brickwork become fragile so KITTEC denies liability for all kind of transport damage Final disposal If no take back or disposal agreement has been made recycle all disassembled components of the kiln For more information ...

Page 17: ... or the kiln does not reach the set temperature One or more heating elements might be damaged First check the elements visually for breakage or cracks If you cannot find any breakage get a resistance check of the heating elements Broken heating elements can only be changed by a service engineer Alternatively The voltage supply to your kiln could be below 230V This can be checked by your service en...

Page 18: ...18 8 Warranty ...

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Page 20: ...20 9 Firing record template Time Temperature Difference target actual Power Volt Ampere Remarks ...

Page 21: ...21 10 Certificate of conformity ...

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Page 24: ...Kittec GmbH Taxisstr 49 83024 Rosenheim Germany www kittec de Tel 49 8031 892462 Fax 49 8031 892779 E Mail service kittec de ...

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