April 18, 2025

KILN OPERATION SUPPORT

KILN OPERATION SUPPORT

GENESIS VIDEOS

DYNATROL VIDEOS

Programming DynaTrol for First Test Firing (Video)
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See https://www.youtube.com/video/egreppThLTA

In this video, we will explain our recommended program for your kiln's first firing using an L&L kiln Dynatrol.

This is our new recommended program and supersedes our old program, which may still be present in your manual.

Changing Contactor Cycle Time on a DynaTrol (Video)
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See https://www.youtube.com/video/WOyEjNmcPAA

How to change cycle time for the contactors/relays on a DynaTrol. We typically recommend 25 second cycle time for most kilns firing ceramics that have mechanical relays or contactors.

OTHER CONTROL VIDEOS

One-Touch Control Operation and Programming (Video)
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See https://www.youtube.com/video/tqTXBBQ6LjE?ecver=2

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See https://www.youtube.com/video/5XLQBTvWumE?ecver=2

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See https://www.youtube.com/video/z-a41L5NI_g?ecver=2

These three videos show you how to use and program the One-Touch Intuitive Kiln Control. There are three segments - basic operation, basic programming of options and advanced ramp/hold programming.

OPERATION PDFS

Control

Genesis 2.0 Instruction Manual
Genesis Touch Screen Control Instruction Manual (Ver: 3-3-16)
Genesis Touch Screen Control Instruction Manual (Ver: 3-3-16)
DynaTrol Instruction Manual (Blue Face 4.2 - 4/03 to 12/05)
Complete technical instructions for DynaTrol 700 (used from 4/2003 to 12/2005)
DynaTrol Control Instructions (Blue Face 5.0 Current from 1/06)
Complete technical instructions for the DynaTrol 700 Control (used from 1/2006 onward).
DynaTrol Instruction Manual (Green Face 3.2 - before 4/03)
Complete technical instructions for DynaTrol (until 4/2003)
OPERATION OF L&L KILNS WITH A ONE-TOUCH™ (Deg C)
Basic operating instructions for all L&L kilns using a One-Touch™ control board. Written for Deg C users.
OPERATION OF L&L KILNS WITH A ONE-TOUCH™ (Deg F)
Basic operating instructions for all L&L kilns using a One-Touch™ control board. Written for Deg F users.
3-Button Bartlett Control Instructions
Used on Liberty-Belle & Doll kilns until 4/2010, used on Fuego & Robin kilns and glass kilns
Auto Cone Kiln Sitter Instruction Manual
This is the instruction manual for the new Orton Kiln Sitter
Bartlett 3K High Limit Control Instructions
Instructions for the Bartlett 3K High Limit Control
Change to Open Thermocouple Protect Tubes
Create an account with Bartlett

How to create an account with Bartlett to access the phone app for the Genesis

Dawson Kiln Sitter (LT3)
Instructions for Dawson Kiln Sitter (Model LT3) used on Jupiter & Dura-Fire Manual kilns and most other L&L manual kilns
Dawson Kiln Sitter (LT3-PK)
Instructions for Dawson Kiln Sitter (Model LT3-PK) used on Doll kilns and old K model kilns

Operation

Basic Operation of L&L Kilns with a DynaTrol 700
Basic operating instructions for the DynaTrol 700 (used from 1/2006 onward)
Basic Operation of the DynaTrol 600
Basic operating instructions for the DynaTrol 600 (used from 4/2003 to 12/2005)
Operation Instructions for the Liberty-Belle using the 3-Button Control
Operation instructions for Liberty-Belle kilns with 3-button control (before April 2010)

OPERATION KNOWLEDGEBASE

Bartlett 3-Key: How do I program general instruction panels for 3-key Bartlett
  • Turn on the kiln switch.
  • Press any key to clear ErrP from the display.
    • Bartlett 3-Key: How to add soak or change temperature to a 3-Button Bartlett Control or Custom Programs in the One-Touch Control during a firing
    Add Time to Hold Period
  • Available only during a hold period.
  • This option allows
    • Bartlett High Limit: Is there a reset button?
  • If the controller is in the limit state (i.e. LMT flashing in the display), you must use the
    • Calibration: Cone Offset
    CONE OFFSET - GENESIS

     

  • Turn kiln ON with toggle switch
    • Calibration: How to fire very precisely using witness cones

    Automatic kilns and even manual kilns shut off by the use of cones are never as accurate as the

    Calibration: How to Manually Control When Your Vary Fire Program Stops Firing but Still Maintains a Controlled Cooldown

    The ultimate in precision firing is achieved by using the DynaTrol to control the ramping of the

    Calibration: Thermocouple Offset
    WHAT IS A THERMOCOUPLE OFFSET?

    A thermocouple offset adjusts the kiln’s perceived temperature

    Calibration: Thermocouple Offset Setting and Cone Offset Setting
    What they are, how to find them, and when to use which setting.
  • Thermocouple Offset and Cone
    • Calibration: What can I do to promote even kiln firings?
    Control
  • Our DynaTrol or Genesis control with Dynamic Zone Control is the state-of-the-art
    • Calibration: Why does the temperature read-out on my hand-held pyrometer differ from the temperature shown on the DynaTrol?
  • In order for temperature readouts to be close to each other, the two devices need to use the
    • Can I convert a manual J230 to an automatic JD230? If so, what parts are required?

    Yes, it’s possible to convert a manual J230 kiln into an automatic JD230.

    Parts Required
    • Does the digital controller have a way to prevent an over fire?

    Once properly calibrated, your L&L digital kiln should fire reliably for many cycles. The

    DynaTrol: Differences in DynaTrol Boards for installation (600 vs 700 series)

    There are some differences between the 600 series DynaTrol board and the 700 series DynaTrol

    DynaTrol: How do I control the cooling with the DynaTrol?

    There are three different ways to control the cooling rate on the DynaTrol.

    Method A

    DynaTrol: How many times has the kiln been fired?
    To check the number of firings on a DynaTrol control:

    Press REVIEW PROG. The last items that

    DynaTrol: How to add soak to or reprogram a DynaTrol during a firing

    Change of Program During Firing: When firing you can alter the program anytime. You must press

    DynaTrol: How to create very long programs in the DynaTrol?

    In the Dynatrol reference manual under SOAK, it states “The control will soak at Final Set Point

    DynaTrol: How to fix DynaTrol keypad buttons if they stop working

    Occasionally some of the buttons on the keypad of the DynaTrol stop working.

    This is caused

    DynaTrol: How to interpret a garbled message on the DynaTrol
  • It is possible random segments could be lit on the screen but if that happens (and it is very
    • DynaTrol: How to Program Easy-Fire Programs for DynaTrol
  • Turn on the kiln switch.
  • Wait to see IDLE, or press ENTER.
  • Choose a
    • DynaTrol: How to use the PreHeat feature in the DynaTrol
    Preheat Button
  • The Preheat feature can be used with the EASY-FIRE mode only.
    • DynaTrol: I have a two section kilns and got a FAIL TC 3 message

    If you have a two-section kiln your control should be programmed for two zone instead of three

    DynaTrol: Programs in Excel Format

    DynaTrol: Standard Easy-Fire Program Profiles in the DynaTrol
    EASY-FIRE TEMPERATURE PROFILES

    These charts tell what the EASY-FIRE programs do to your kiln

    DynaTrol: The DynaTrol shows cone 05 after I program it for 5 or 06 after I program it for 6
  • You may have been programming the cone number by pressing 000 first, then the 5 (or 1, 2, 3,
    • DynaTrol: The Hidden Menu in the DynaTrol - what it does and how to make changes
    HIDDEN “Other” MENU

    This menu contains the programmable settings for the rest of the features

    DynaTrol: What the final temperature reached in a program on a DynaTrol?
  • After your kiln has fired press the REVIEW PROGRAM button. You will see, along with other
    • DynaTrol: What to do if there is no display on the DynaTrol
    How the DynaTrol is Supposed to Work

    All of the DynaTrol or Genesis controlled L&L Kilns

    Electrical Supply Problems and slow kiln performance

    See this link for Basic

    Electrical: How to size the circuit breaker, fuses, cord and/or power supply of your kiln.
    Safety Warnings

    NOTE: If you are unsure about some part or procedure in creating or testing a

    Error Codes: Control reads higher temperature than my studio. No error code. What is wrong?

    The temperature on the display is saying 121F. It's not 121 in the studio. An independent

    Error Codes: Display Reads 2400 or CPLt When it Starts Up

    Even though you know the kiln is not that hot: this indicates a thermocouple failure.

    Error Codes: E-4, E- 4, or Err4
  • Specifically this error code means that during a cooling segment in the programmed firing,
    • Error Codes: How and Why to Turn Off
    To Toggle Error Codes On and Off

    The OTHER button contains a menu that contains many of the

    Error Codes: How to fix E- 2 or Err2
  • Err2 can only happen in a hold segment.
  • One of the 3 temps has to be 50°F higher
    • Error Codes: How to fix E-1 or Err1

     

     

    Although the steps below are comprehensive, in most cases,

    Error Codes: How to fix E-22 or E- 6 error

    E-22 is the same as E-6. It means one of the thermocouple wires is connected backward.

    Here

    Error Codes: How to fix E-5 or Err 5
    Possible Reasons for E-5

    E- 5 errors read as "Err5" on controls manufactured before 2006

    Error Codes: How to fix E-d or Errd

    Note: E- d errors read as "Errd" on controls manufactured before 2006

    Basic Problem
    Error Codes: How to fix PF, E- P, E-P, ErrP
  • The ErrP (PF, E- P, E-P in some older models) comes from a reset of the processor during
    • Error Codes: List of All Error Codes
    Error codes for the DynaTrol

    Note: Many of these error codes have an ‘Err’ prefix rather

    Error Codes: One-Touch Control
    tC FAIL tC alternating with FAIL

    Indicates the thermocouple has failed. Replace the defective

    Error Codes: What is the E- A code on the DynaTrol and how do you fix it?
  • E- A or Error A is the result of having too high a number programmed into one or more of the
    • Error Codes: What to do when you see "FAIL"?
    BASICS
  • FAIL usually just means a thermocouple is broken. It will read FAIL,&nbsp
    • Firing: How do hold times and heatwork affect my work?
  • There is an option to add time to the end of the program when you enter a program. Usually,
    • Firing: How do I fix pinholes and blistering in glazing?
  • The first thing to check is to make sure you are not putting on too thick a layer of glaze.<
    • Firing: How do I program a slump or tack or full fuse glass program?

    This program is fine for slumping, tack fusing, or full fusing, just substitute different top

    Firing: How to Fire - General instruction panels for Dura-Fire.
  • Very Important! Be sure that the adjustments on the kiln-sitter have been properly set. See
    • Firing: Should I use the Fast Glaze or Slow Glaze or Fast Bisque or Slow Bisque?
  • When in doubt it is almost always better to fire slower than faster.
  • A slower
    • Firing: Why use slow bisque over fast bisque? Is it just a moisture issue?
  • Slow bisque is the safest to use and ensures a better firing to get out fumes and water