Video Support

How to check the operation of a control transformer on an L&L automatic kiln. Applies to all automatic kilns that are not 480 volts. The control transformer reduces the incoming line voltage from 240, 208 or 220 volts to 24 volts for the control and 12 volts for the relays. See this page for more detail.

The most important debugging tool in any toolbox is a trusty multimeter. A multimeter can measure continuity, resistance, voltage and sometimes even current, capacitance, temperature, etc.

This video shows how to check voltage on an L&L automatic kiln.

In this video we demonstrate how to replace Type K thermocouples. These thermocouples degrade over time, and we recommend replacing them whenever you replace your elements. 

This video is useful for changing a type S platinum thermocouple on any L&L kiln

How to test the internal switches on the Dynatrol board.

This shows some interesting techniques for repairing firebrick in front-loading kilns where it is difficult to replace an entire firebrick section.

This video shows you how to repair bottom brick in a front-loading kiln. This is an L&L Easy-Load kiln. Cement available from L&L.

This is an overview of L&L's brick repair kits which can be used to repair damaged kiln brick.

The PDF instructions can be found here.