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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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