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Instructional Videos for Cromartie Skutt Kilns

Product Showcase Setup & Install Operating Repairs & Troubleshooting

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Product Showcase

Featured Skutt/Cromartie kiln kit and accessories videos.

GlazeTech

Glaze research specialist Andy Balmer (Pratt & Larson Tile, Portland Oregon) explains why he recommends the GlazeTech Cone 10 test kiln for efficient glaze testing and repeatable results.

Skutt / Dawson KilnSitter Operation & Adjustment

A quick guide from Skutt on how the Dawson KilnSitter works, correct cone placement, setting and adjusting the trigger, and routine safety checks for consistent, reliable firings.

Setting Up & Installing Your Kiln

New kiln arriving or moving your kiln to a new space? These short videos cover best practice for location, safe unpacking, assembly, basic adjustments, and first-fire prep — plus installing the EnviroVent 2 extraction system.

Choose Kiln Location

Guidance on ventilation, clearance, flooring and power — how to choose a safe, practical spot for your electric kiln.

Inspect Packaging

What to check on arrival and how to document courier damage before you unbox.

Unpacking Your Kiln

Step-by-step unboxing tips to protect bricks, elements and hardware during removal.

Disassemble Your Kiln

How (and when) to split a sectional kiln for safe moving through doorways and tight spaces.

Reassemble Your Kiln

Re-stacking sections, checking seals and wiring, and levelling the kiln for even firings.

Lid Tension

Adjusting springs and hardware so the lid opens smoothly and closes safely.

Prepping: Vacuuming Your Kiln

Why and how to remove brick dust and debris before your first (or next) firing.

Prepping: Coating Shelves

Applying kiln wash correctly to protect shelves and make glaze drips easy to remove.

Prepping: Test Firing

First-fire checklist to settle elements, burn off binders and confirm controller settings.

Skutt EnviroVent 2 Installation

How to fit and route the EnviroVent 2 system for effective kiln ventilation and fume extraction.

Operating Your Kiln

Everyday kiln use, safe loading, and controller know-how. These short clips cover best practice for power-up, loading and peep plugs, plus a complete tour of the KilnMaster features and programming (Cone Fire, Ramp/Hold, advanced options and more).

Powering Up Your Kiln

Safe start-up checks before every firing.

Loading Your Kiln

Stacking tips for even heatwork and happy shelves.

Placing Peep Plugs

When to leave peeps open/closed for safe venting.

Using Your Kiln – Lid Prop

How and when to prop the lid safely.

Using Your Kiln – Lid Brace

Set and secure the lid brace correctly.

Prepping – Test Firing

First-fire checklist to verify performance.

Prepping – Coating Shelves

Apply kiln wash for easy clean-up and shelf protection.

Kiln Loading Webinar

Deep dive into loading strategy and spacing.

KilnMaster – Menu Features (Overview)

Quick tour of the KM controller’s main options.

KilnMaster – Reset

Return safely to default settings.

KilnMaster – Two-Key Start

Extra safety when beginning a program.

KilnMaster – Max Temperature

Check/set maximum kiln temp limit.

KilnMaster – Check Amperage

Verify element draw for diagnostics.

KilnMaster – Check Voltage

Confirm supply voltage at the controller.

KilnMaster – Temperature Scale

Switch between °C and °F.

KilnMaster – Preheat

Gentle moisture removal before firing ramps.

KilnMaster – STOP Key

Safely halt a program mid-cycle.

KilnMaster – START Key

Begin a program (and re-start after pause).

KilnMaster – Review

Check your settings before you fire.

KilnMaster – Cone Table

Pick the right cone & schedule quickly.

KilnMaster – View

See program details during a run.

KilnMaster – Alarm

Set audible alerts for key events.

KilnMaster – Delay

Schedule your firing to start later.

Programming – Before, During & After

Workflow and best practice around each firing.

Programming – Idle Mode

Hold safe temperature between firings.

Programming – Run a Stored Program

Recall and fire previously saved schedules.

Programming – Ramp/Hold Mode

Build custom multi-segment programs.

Programming – Cone Fire Mode

Fire by cone with tried-and-tested schedules.

Programming – Choosing a Firing Mode

Pick the right mode for your project.

Programming – Cone Correlation

Match controller temp to witness-cone results.

Programming – Advanced: COOL

Controlled cool-down for crystal/glaze effects.

Programming – Advanced: 16-Segment Program

Maximum control with up to 16 segments.

Performing Kiln Repairs & Troubleshooting

Maintenance and fault-finding for Skutt/Cromartie electric kilns: tightening hardware, replacing thermocouples, elements and bricks, plus core diagnostics using witness cones, error codes and the controller’s tools.

Maintenance – Tightening Bands & Hardware

Keep sections snug to protect bricks and elements.

Replacing the Thermocouple

How to change a worn probe and route the leads correctly.

Replacing the Elements

Remove old coils, fit new ones and make secure connections.

Replacing a Firebrick

Swap damaged bricks and restore the liner safely.

Troubleshooting – 4 Basic Indicators

Quick checks that instantly narrow down issues.

Troubleshooting – Visual Inspection

What to look for inside the kiln and control box.

Troubleshooting – Witness Cones

Use witness cones to verify heatwork and calibration.

Troubleshooting – Diagnostic Software

Leverage Skutt’s tools and logs for faster diagnosis.

Troubleshooting – Error Codes

What the common controller errors mean and fixes.

For any other kiln technical enquiries, please contact our team on 01782 319435 or visit our Kiln Technical Support page .

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