Lili Krakowski on mon 20 nov 06
Well, my dears, it turns out that my element problems, which led to last
week's query about checking ohms,
was totally groundless.
Nevertheless, de tout coeur, I thank the several who offered advice on how
to check ohms safely.
Today I armed myself with tools, and went to check the kiln. What was wrong
was that the lowest element (there are 3) was not working! Aha!
First I checked the inside. I did this using a mirror because it made it so
much easier. The element was whole. I then approached the switch..and saw
that the bottom plug (which plugs into the one above) had disengaged itself.
Plugged it in,
put a firebrick underneath so it will not come out again, et voila!
About mirrors. I too have problems looking into the peep hole--because it
requires sort of squatting, kneeling, and that does not work well. I have
learned that I can see my cones by using a mirror...In fact they appear very
clearly.
Now: The little cages around the switches are brittle and nasty--from steam
etc. I do not see them for sale.,...any ideas
how I either eliminate them entirely, or replace?
Again the idea is NOT to electrocute myself....
Lili Krakowski
Be of good courage
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