Skutt KilnMaster Kilns Manufactured after March 1 2006 - Manual (Page 26)

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m
enu
f
eatuRes
aMps (a
Mperes
)
•
This is probably the most useful diagnostic tool available to you. All KilnMaster kilns produced after
3/20/2006 are equipped with a current sensor in the control box. This allows us to test the current of
each output to the kiln. This is very helpful in determining if a relay or element needs replacing.
When you select “AMPS” under the “dIAG” menu, it will give you an ampere reading for each output of
the kiln (except the accessory and safety output). Which elements these outputs control will vary by model.
If your kiln uses only one or two outputs it will still give you three readings but the unused outputs will give
a reading of zero.
LEd (LED
●
D
isplay
)
This feature, when activated, lights up all of the segments in the LED display. This is helpful in locating any
segments in the display that may have gone bad and may explain why some indicated readings are not
correct.
bd T (
●
B
OarD
t
eMperature
)
The electronics on the controller’s circuit board may be damaged if the board exceeds 160˚F (71˚C). This
should not occur under normal conditions. However, if the kiln is located in a small enclosure with poor
ventilation or in areas where the temperatures are unusually hot, it is possible. Using this feature will tell
you if your controller temperature is approaching potentially harmful levels.
If you find that your board temperature is consistently over 150˚F (65˚C), you may want to consider
improving air circulation to the kiln room. A box fan blowing on the controller can help considerably.
sW v (s
OFtWare
v
ersiOn
)
•
At Skutt, we are continually working on ways of improving our products. This feature will indicate the
software version your controller is using.
Outs (O
utput
t
est
) •
There are four outputs that can be used on the board. There are three designated for elements and one
designated to run an accessory. This feature allows you to test each output individually to see if it is
operating correctly.
When activated this feature will test each output beginning with Output 1 and ending with Output 4. It will
cycle each output on for approximately two minutes. You can advance to the next output at any time by
pressing ENTER. To see if the elements are cycling ON, you can place a small piece of paper on each
element. If the paper is burned, then the element came on.
Be sure that the control box and kiln lid are closed before you use this feature in order to avoid
electrical shock
cnFg (c
OnFiguratiOn
)
c
autiOn : Be sure to consult with a Skutt technician before making any configuration setting changes. Unadvised
changes can cause permanent damage to your kiln and the ware inside it.
“CNFG” or Configuration, is where all of the controller configuration tools are located. The following options are
available under the “CNFG” menu: