PROBLEM: VENT NOT OPERATING
Check to see the vent is plugged in.
Check to make sure the in-line switch is on.
Check the power to the outlet. If there is no power to the outlet, check the breaker.
PROBLEM: SMELL OR ODOR COMING FROM KILN AREA
Air is not being pulled through the slab.
Check to see that the holes are correctly drilled in the slab.
Check to see that the holes are not blocked by debris in the chamber or a shelf placed on the slab.
Check to see that the plenum cup is aligned with the holes.
Check to see if there are holes or poor connections in the ducting.
Check to see if the exit duct is free of debris and has a clear passage to the outside.
PROBLEM: KILN SLOW TO REACH TEMPERATURE
Too much air is being pulled into the kiln chamber
Check to see the holes in the lid and slab are drilled to specifi cation.
Check to see if the lid is closed during fi ring.
Check to see the all the peep plugs are in place.
PROBLEM: DUCTING IS GETTING TOO HOT
Holes in slab are too large
Check to see the holes in the slab are drilled to specifi cation.
PROBLEM: MOTOR IS VIBRATING
Squirrel cage in motor is imbalanced by debris sucked into the motor.
Blow out motor with compressed air. Be sure to clean area around motor intake.
Check all mounting screws to see if they are secure.
For all other problems contact your Skutt Distributor.