Although we strongly recommend using the Vent-Sure downdraft vent there are some kilns that do not have them. Here are some recommendations for how to vent a kiln manually.
- Prop lid 1" to 600F, then close lid. (Caution: if you forget the close the lid you could start a fire. You might set the Alarm to go off at that temperature)
- Take all peephole plugs out to 1000F, then put back the bottom 2 peephole plugs in a 3-section kiln or just the bottom peephole plug in a two-section kiln.
- Keep the top peephole plug out until the top temperature is reached, then put in all peephole plugs during cooldown.
- Take all peeps out at 1000F for faster cooling.
