[MR] Anybody got experience hooking up an electric kiln?

[Bruce Glassford]

Congratulations on your new toy!

Don't know how relevant it is for your kiln, since this one describes 
bottom venting, but L&L has a pretty complete diagram and parts list for 
their vent system at
http://www.hotkilns.com/pdf-library.html#Accessories.


... Bruce


Alan MacNeill wrote:
> So...for Christmas Rhiannon and I were gifted with an electric kiln (a
> Neycraft 120 volt model 9491001 to be specific, if it matters), for my
> lost wax metalcasting and her beadmaking.
> 
> Now I'm at a loss as to how we're going to hook it up.  It requires an
> exhaust, as fumes and excess heat (we're talking as high as 2,000
> degrees) comes out a vent at the top.
> 
> We were planning on using it in our crafting room, which is equipped
> with a good window, and we're not above modifying the screenwork or
> similar to make it go...but we're at a loss as to exactly what and how
> we should get to do that venting.
> 
> Does anyone have any experience with this sort of kiln (or any similar
> project) that could offer some assistance in at least providing a
> parts list to make good venting (and good heat-resistant tabling as
> well)?  I'd be appreciative.
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Gorm of Berra