November 23, 2024

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Check Control Transformer on an L&L Automatic Kiln (Video)
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See https://www.youtube.com/video/Z8WCjC1IPwk?ecver=2

How to check the operation of a control transfomer on an L&L automatic kiln. Applies to all automatic kilns that are not 480 volts. The control transformer reduces the incoming line voltage from 240, 208 or 220 volts to 24 volts for the control and 12 volts for the relays.

Parts
  • See this page for 12 KVA control transformers used on kilns with three sections or less.
  • See this page for 30 KVA control transformers used on kilns with four or more sections.

    • TROUBLESHOOTING PDFS

    TROUBLESHOOTING KNOWLEDGEBASE

    What size elements should I order?
  • We have had several improvements in our element holder designs over the years and have been
    • What sort of pliers should I have for installing the very thick series elements into my kiln?

    The pliers to get for grabbing the wire and bending it around the bolt are called Linesman Pliers

    What the final temperature reached in a program on a DynaTrol?
  • After your kiln has fired press the REVIEW PROGRAM button. You will see, along with other
    • What to do if the kiln fires slowly?
    Incorrect loading
  • If your kiln is loaded unevenly it can cause the 3-zone control to slow
    • What to do if there is no display on the DynaTrol
    How the DynaTrol is Supposed to Work

    All of the DynaTrol or Genesis controlled L&L Kilns

    What to do when you see "FAIL"?
    BASICS
  • FAIL usually just means a thermocouple is broken. It will read FAIL,&nbsp
    • What wire size is used to connect a kiln?

    When you are installing the circuit for your new kiln, it is important to use the correct type

    What's the worst thing that can happen from restarting after an Error Code?

    Keep in mind that you run the risk of over-firing if you restart while the kiln is very close to

    Where do T1, TC2 and TC3 go on a kiln?
    Two Zone Kiln (2 sections)

    TC1 is the top and TC2 is the bottom.

    Three Zone Kiln (with
    Which kilns have element circuits wired in series and which are wired in parallel?
  • Mostly you just have to remember how each kiln is wired or look at the wiring diagram.
    • Why are some elements not twisted?

    We double-twist element ends that are 14 gauge and thinner. We do not twist element ends on 13

    Why do I get TC-- code when I run my 3-button Bartlett
  • There is a glitch in User 2 program in the 3-button Bartlett.
  • Normally, there is
    • Why do my DaVinci kiln sections move out of alignment or slide off the floor slab over time?
  • If a DaVinci is installed on a smooth floor and the lid is opened a lot, or left open for
    • Why do stainless steel threads become jammed on element terminals?
  • We use stainless steel element terminal bolts. Stainless steel bolts have weaker threads than
    • Why do stainless steel threads become jammed on element terminals?
  • We use stainless steel element terminal bolts. Stainless steel bolts have weaker threads than
    • Why does my 8, 10, and 12 sided kiln lid open more in the front when I fire?

    When this happens, it almost always means the hinge is out of adjustment or set too low on the

    Why does my DaVinci kiln lid open more in the front when I fire?

    When this happens, it almost always means the hinge is out of adjustment or set too low at the

    Why does my kiln jump over the Preheat without holding at the Preheat temp?
  • It is possible to confuse the Hold Time in the original program with the Hold Time for the
    • Why does my kiln jump over the Preheat without holding at the Preheat temp?
  • It is possible to confuse the Hold Time in the original program with the Hold Time for the
    • Why does my kiln seem like it overfires the pottery?

    The work is overfired but there is no error code. Here are some things to look for:

    Why does my kiln seem like it overfires the pottery?

    The work is overfired but there is no error code. Here are some things to look for:

    Why does my kiln seem like it underfires the pottery?

    If your kiln underfires with no error code:

  • Cones placed wrongly in cone pack-
    • Why does my kiln seem like it underfires the pottery?

    If your kiln underfires with no error code:

  • Cones placed wrongly in cone pack-
    • Why does the kiln's breaker keep tripping?
  • Breakers can trip on the kiln for a couple of different reasons. What is important to know is
    • Why does the kiln's breaker keep tripping?
  • Breakers can trip on the kiln for a couple of different reasons. What is important to know is
    • Why does the temperature read-out on my hand-held pyrometer differ from the temperature shown on the DynaTrol?
  • In order for temperature readouts to be close to each other, the two devices need to use the
    • Why is the 3 phase WYE 2 section kiln Amp listing lower than the actual amp reading on Neutral?
    • On 3-section kilns with wires running to N, L1, L2, and L3 all 3 amp readings (L1,
    Why is the element for the powered bottom not long enough?
  • Elements in most L&L kilns are the same (exceptions are front-loaders with door elements,
    • Why kiln amperage is higher than the rating when first turned on
  • When you first turn on a kiln and the elements are cold the amperage is higher. Once the
    • Why use slow bisque over fast bisque? Is it just a moisture issue?
  • Slow bisque is the safest to use and ensures a better firing to get out fumes and water