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Installation and getting started
Storage and transport:
The kiln should be positioned in a dry room with
humidity of less than 80 % to avoid the insulation bricks
absorbing moisture. The kiln should be moved in an
upright position with a fork-lift truck or suitable lifting
equipment. Lifting equipment must not be fixed onto the
body, only onto the frame of the kiln.
Installation:
The kiln should only be installed and operated in a
suitable room. The most important requirements are:
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The size of room must be adequate, dry (humidity <
80 %) and ventilated. Rule of thumb: Room volume >
600 times firing chamber volume.
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The floor should be of stone, concrete or a material of
similar strength
and heat resistance.
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The floor should be smooth and even. The authorized
area loading must not be exceeded.
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Floors of wood, carpet, plastic or other flammable
materials which deform and/or inflame with
temperatures < 75°C are not authorized.
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Ceilings and walls must not be of inflammable
materials like wood, carpet or other materials which
deform and/or ignite at temperatures < 75°C are not
suitable.
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Ceilings and walls must not be of flammable materials
like wood, carpet or other materials which deform
with temperatures lower than 250°C. Otherwise fire-
proof insulation should be mounted on the ceiling,
above the kiln, which exceeds the outer dimensions of
the kiln 1 m in each direction. A minimum distances of
1,0 m from the ceiling and 0,2 m from the wall is
necessary.
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In order that the surrounding materials do not ignite,
suitable fire-proof materials of low heat conductivity
should be used. Calcium Silicate insulation boards are
particularly suitable, and are available from builders &
merchants.
Electrical connection
The electrical connection of the kiln should be checked
by an electrician prior to use. An electrician should also
