Skutt KilnMaster Kilns Manufactured after March 1 2006 - Manual (Page 48)

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Skutt PK production kilns are heavy duty, high capacity units designed to meet the
needs of the high fire production potter, tile maker and light industrial user. These
kilns are equipped with upgraded components and wiring that will allow them to
high fire extremely dense loads in a relatively short time.
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iring
Skutt PK kilns feature our KilnMaster controller, so operation is identical to other
KM kilns. Even though the earlier sections of this manual do not refer specifically
to the PK kiln line, you may follow all the instructions on programming and firing
routines.
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If you are an intensive kiln user, you might find a PK kiln to be the appropriate choice for your next kiln purchase.
Here are some of the differences from our standard KM kiln line
First, PK kilns are designed to fire full, Cone 10 loads without stalling on the high end. To do so, they are equipped with
industrial gauge wiring and three types of elements for better firing balance. Because of their high rating, electrical
codes require that they be direct wired by an electrician; therefore no plug is included.
Mercury displacement relays are used for longer life and quieter operation.
The hinged control box is larger, and compression connectors are used on the feeder wires for easier element
replacement.
Finally, Model KM1231PK comes with an additional stand for bottom slab support under heavy loads.
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Follow the general instructions on kiln set-up found in this manual. You will probably want to separate the kiln
into sections when you set it up or move it to a different location. These instructions are slightly different than for
standard KM kilns.
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: Before disassembling any PK kiln, be sure to turn off power to the kiln by throwing the circuit breaker
or removing the fuse on its circuit. Do not restore power to the kiln until it is fully reassembled.
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: The mercury relays in the switch box must be operated only with the switch box in a normal, vertical orientation.
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