Copy of Congratulations on your new Seattle Pottery Supply Kiln!

Welcome to your everything-you-need-to-know-about-your-new-kiln page. Use this as your resource to register your warranty, look for tips, learn about set up, watch maintenance videos, and more. Make sure to bookmark this page so you can refer back as needed!

Of course, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out at info@seattlepotterysupply.com and we’ll help.

We’d also love to see your new kiln in use! Take pictures of your kiln and tag us on Instagram.

Setting up your kiln

First things first: let’s get you set up. Below are the resources you’ll need to successfully set up and operate your new kiln.

[link to PDF] Quick Kiln Setup Guide: a short, get to the point guide for getting up and running quickly. - Dylan working on this
Seattle Pottery Supply Kiln Manual: the full manual for your kiln, including everything you need to know about operation and maintenance.
[insert video] Assembling Your Kiln: In this video, our General Manager, Denny Porter, shares how to put your kiln together out of the box.

[insert video] Connecting Kiln Electrical Box: There’s a bit of (really simple, we promise) wiring you’ll need to do. Here, Denny gives you a step-by-step how-to.
[insert video] Plugging in Your Kiln: Denny shares the best way to plug in your new kiln.
[insert video] Lid Assist Kiln Disassembly and Assembly: Our kilns that come with the lid assist need some basic assembly (and disassembly if you want to move the kiln later). Here, Denny shows you how to take it apart and put it back together.

Register your warranty

Your new Seattle Pottery Supply kiln comes with a 1 year warranty - but you need to register it! Please enter your information below, so that we have your warranty on record.

Your first firing

This is the fun part! Let's get that kiln going on your first firing. Here's everything you need to know.

[link to PDF] Using your kiln for the first time: Yay! This is the part we’re all excited about. Here is a quick guide to that all-important first firing.
Digital Controller Manuals (Bartlett V6CF, or Genesis 2.0): Full manuals from the maker of the digital controller, either the Bartlett V6CF, or Genesis 2.0. Your controller (the only thing with buttons) is the digital controller that needs to be programmed. It’s a bit like the keypad on your microwave, rather than a real “computer.” Just like a microwave, you have to press various buttons to set a defrost timer, etc.
[insert video] Kiln Operation: here, Denny shows you the basics on how to operate your kiln.

How to Apply Kiln Wash: Kiln wash is a must - here’s how to mix it and apply it.
[link to page] Kiln Troubleshooting Guide: Everything not working the way you think it should? Having a problem. This guide takes you through common issues and how to fix them.

Maintaining your Seattle Pottery Supply Electric Kiln

Like any other major appliance, good maintenance keeps your kiln working well long into the future. You'll find important maintenance information in your Operation Manual

Of course, if you need a major repair at any time, we're here for repairs as well. Just reach out at info@seattlepotterysupply.com.

[insert video] Changing the Kiln Thermocouple: It's a universal truth: thermocouples must be changed. Here's a quick video on how to do it.

[Any other maintenance things?]

Still Have Questions?

Need help setting up, operating, or repairing your pottery kiln? We've collected all our tutorial videos on one page for easy access. And we've broken it down by type of kiln care (from setting it up in the beginning to repairing issues) to make it even easier.

Still stumped? Sign up for an online kiln diagnostic with one of our kiln techs.

Setting Up Your Kiln

First things first: let’s get you set up. Below are resources to successfully set up and operate your new kiln.

Quick Kiln Setup Guide

A short, get to the point guide for getting up and running quickly.

Seattle Pottery Supply Kiln Manual

The full manual for your kiln, including everything you need to know about operation and maintenance.

Assembling Your Kiln

In this video, our General Manager, Denny Porter, shares how to put your kiln together out of the box.

Connecting Kiln Electrical Box

There’s a bit of (really simple, we promise) wiring you’ll need to do. Here, Denny gives you a step-by-step how-to.

Plugging In Your Kiln

Denny shares the best way to plug in your new kiln.

Lid Assist Kiln Disassembly and Assembly

Our kilns that come with the lid assist need some basic assembly (and disassembly if you want to move the kiln later). Here, Denny shows you how to take it apart and put it back together.

Your First Firing

This is the fun part! Let's get that kiln going on your first firing. Here's everything you need to know.

Using Your Kiln for the First Time

Yay! This is the part we’re all excited about. Here is a quick guide to that all-important first firing.

Bartlett V6CF Digital Controller Manual

Full manual from the maker of the Bartlett V6CF digital controller. Your controller (the only thing with buttons) is the digital controller that needs to be programmed. It’s a bit like the keypad on your microwave, rather than a real “computer.” Just like a microwave, you have to press various buttons to set a defrost timer, etc.

Genesis 2.0 Digital Controller Manual

Full manual from the maker of the Genesis 2.0 digital controller. Your controller (the only thing with buttons) is the digital controller that needs to be programmed. It’s a bit like the keypad on your microwave, rather than a real “computer.” Just like a microwave, you have to press various buttons to set a defrost timer, etc.

Kiln Operation

Here, Denny shows you the basics on how to operate your kiln.

How to Apply Kiln Wash

Kiln wash is a must - here’s how to mix it and apply it.

Bartlett Digital Controller Error Codes

Kiln Controller Troubleshooting

Maintaining Your Electric Pottery Kiln

Like any other major appliance, good maintenance keeps your kiln working well long into the future. You'll find important maintenance information in your Operation Manual.

Of course, if you need a major repair at any time, we're here for repairs as well. Just visit our kiln repair page to schedule an online diagnostic call and get started on the repair process.

Changing The Kiln Thermocouple

It's a universal truth: thermocouples must be changed. Here's a quick video on how to do it.

How to replace the elements in a Seattle Pottery Supply kiln

Need to change the elements in your SPS kiln? Here is a video that goes through the whole process

How to set up and use a modular kiln controller

Got an old manual kiln that you're tired of babysitting? You can retrofit your old kiln with a modular kiln controller to make it work like a digital kiln.

How to Use a Kiln Sitter in an Old-School Kiln

Want to use a kiln sitter with a manual kiln? In this video, Seattle Pottery Supply's Denny Potter takes you through the steps to firing with a kiln sitter.

Still Have Questions?

Feel free to fill out and submit the form below, or you can sign up for an online diagnostic call from one of our kiln technicians. We'll either guide you through repairs or help you find a local tech.