Kittec CB Series, User Manual

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2.4 Safety instructions
The following safety instructions
must be observed for
trouble-free and safe work with the KITTEC ® kiln. Failure to
do so may result in risks.
• For safety reasons and due to generation of harmful gases
and vapours the kiln should only be installed in a dry and
ventilated room of adequate size.
• Following fire regulations the kiln shall not be used in a
garage or boiler room.
• It is not permitted to operate the kiln with explosive
gases/mixtures!
• Caution! In use the surfaces of the kiln could reach
temperatures of more than 75°C . Do not obstruct heat
radiation of the surfaces.
• The kiln may only be used for the purpose stated. Other
applications, particularly the storage, production, cooking,
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 materials and glazes in your kiln.
Ask your supplier for information on the correct use of the
materials, read the safety data sheets and relevant
specialist literature about firing temperatures, maximum
temperatures and resulting gases and vapour relating to
the materials
• For health reasons it could be necessary to draw off the
fumes when the kiln is in operation. Please take note of the
advice given for the installation of an exhaust pipe from the
kiln room to outside in the chapter installation and
operation.