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using an electric kiln after a long time lapse

updated fri 31 may 96

 

BWINER@UKCC.uky.edu on sun 19 may 96

I need your help. I have a Crusader electric kiln which I purchased 15 or more
years ago and have used in minimally at that time so, it is still brand new.
I am planning to fire this week and wonder if there is anything that I need to
do before the firing. I seem to remember that before the first firing the inst
ructions indicated to fire the kiln empty to"dry it out". Is it allright to do
a bisque firing without preparing the kiln? Your answers are greatly appreciate
d. Billy in Lexington, KY where Spring (or is it Summer?) has finally arrived.