
ST215C User Handbook
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Program Pause Facility
WARNING
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PROGRAM PAUSE
The program pause facility should be used with care. Program execution is suspended
and the kiln will be held at its current temperature. If left too long at high temperatures
kiln damage could result. Pause will automatically release after an Installer
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defined
time period (default: 2 hours
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see Installation section).
Adjusting While Firing
Firing values can be adjusted while the ST215C is firing. Also there are program
pause and program advance features that are particularly useful for glass work.
Adjusting Firing Values
While firing operate the ► key to select the required parameter as shown by a flashing
lamp on the mimic display. The firing value is shown on the main display and can now
be adjusted with the ▲ & ▼ keys in the usual way. The contents of the current
segment or any segment still to be executed can be changed. Firing will still carry on
as normal while these changes are being made. The ST215C will return to its normal
running display 20 seconds after key presses cease (or immediately after End is
displayed).
Changes made to programs in this way are stored and are used for subsequent firings.
Program Advance Facility
While firing press and hold down the ▲ key for 3 seconds to obtain the (advance)
function. The ST215C will sound a short beep and the executing program will immedi-
ately advance one step as indicated by lamps on the mimic panel. The effect of this is
as follows:
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If ramping then the ST215C will switch to soak at the current kiln temperature.
If soaking then the ST215C will advance to the ramp in the next segment if any, or
else it will end the firing.
Changes made to the operation of the ST215C in this way are temporary and are not
stored.
While firing press and hold down the ▼ key to obtain the
װ
(pause) function. The
ST215 will sound a short beep and the executing program will pause at the current kiln
temperature. To release the pause repeat the above action.
While paused, the kiln temperature display
will alternate periodically with a scrolling
PAUSEd display and a beep will be sounded.