Olympic Kiln - GF10E
Product Description
Olympic Kiln - GF10E
Model - GF10E 240 or 208 volt, inside dimensions: 48" wide x 30" front-to-back x 12" deep, fires to 1700°F
Olympic Kilns builds affordable powerful volume producing glass kilns. Users are provided with equipment that handles capacity loads and large pieces with ease. The Production Glass Fusing kilns have many outstanding features and can be designed as top loading, clamshell loading, or both top and clamshell loading; and as a Bell design with the firing chamber electronically raised and lowered and a removable floor for convenient loading and unloading.
The frames of the Production glass fusing kilns are built of heavy angle iron and metal tubing. Kiln walls are 4 ½” insulating brick with 1” ceramic fiberboard and 1” air space created by the tube frame. The result is an energy efficient heavy load production kiln with a cooler outside surface and temperature. These models are built with double insulated floors consisting of brick and ceramic fiberboard. The kilns walls and floor are constructed of kiln brick and board insulation. Kiln brick, ceramic board and pyro-block modules comprise the easy opening counter sprung lid.
Floor elements, when selected as an option, are controlled by infinite switches which can be adjusted by the kiln operator as needed. Glass fusing production kilns are equipped with heavy gauge elements and industrial relays for long life. Production volume glass kiln models have a hinged electrical box for easy access and their own breaker box for easy access, safety and lockout.
Production glass kiln models come equipped with pilot light, heavy angle iron frame, stainless steel jacket, breaker box, Bartlett RTC-1000 digital electronic controller, instruction manuals, and warranty card. One-year Limited Kiln Warranty. Options are available including upgrading to the Genesis touchscreen controller, lid elements in quartz rods, Type S thermocouple, 2 or 3 zone control, 480 volt, vents, and much more. Furniture Kits are available and provide 1 layer of shelving with smooth ceramic fiberboard, ceramic paper and large square posts. Some options must be quoted because of variations in models.
Custom-made Production Glass Fusing kilns quoted upon request.
Solid State Relay
A Solid State Relay is hands down the best investment you can make in your kiln!
The relay is what controls the power cycling of the elements in the kiln and they need to be able to withstand a ton of power as they do so. The solid state relays are incredibly efficient compared to the standard mechanical relays and are able to operate at much faster speeds. What this equates to is incredibly tight temperature control for accurate firings, longer element life, and savings on your electrical bill!
The standard mechanical relays have moving parts which cause wear and tear over the years and will eventually need to be replaced; however with a solid state relay it's likely to last the entire life of the kiln! You willsave money and time by never needing to worry about this in the future!
Controller Selection
Olympic has close relationships with the manufacturers of a variety of digital controllers. This means you will have nothing but the best the best in terms of performance and accuracy in your firings.
With a selection of multiple controllers available - you can choose exactly what fits your needs.
Genesis by Barlett Instruments
The Genesis is a touch screen option which has extended functionality over traditional button controllers!
The Genesis has the ability to store up to 12 different programs - with up to 32 segments per program each! You'll have no trouble adding segments, skipping, or adding temperature along the way.
This is a great choice for a controller if you want the features of a smart controller, but want the ease of straightforward programming and use.
KilnStar by Barlett Instruments
With an intuitive keypad and versatile features, the Bartlett KilnStar Controller allows operators to create up to 6 custom firing programs, each with up to 8 segments, or combine them for 16-segment programs for more complex firings!
Need to adjust on-the-go? The KilnStar makes it easy to add time, skip segments, or adjust the final temperature mid-firing. Preheat is a breeze too, with the option to hold the kiln at 200°F for drying ware before moving into the firing cycle.
Cone Fire mode simplifies ceramic firings, while Vary-Fire offers full control over firing profiles, perfect for glass and jewelry. Whether you're firing ceramics, glass, or custom projects, the KilnStar is a flexible and powerful tool for any kiln operator.
Power Interrupt Switch / Automatic Lid Shutoff
The power interrupt switch is a useful safety feature which removes power from the heating elements of your kiln once it is opened, and reapplies the power once the lid has been closed.
If you believe you'd ever like to open the kiln during firing, the power interrupt switch is a highly recommended addition to your new purchase.
Multi-Zone Thermocouples
The zone control gives the controller the ability to regulate the rates of rising temperature to be even between the different zones. Meaning if the top of the kiln is lagging behind the controller will alter the rate of the bottom two zones to keep things even. When the zone control is turned on in the controller it also allows the operator to see what the temperature is, during the firing, on each of the zones.
All of this improves the evenness of the kiln temperature! We find that it is beneficial when firing a very tightly loaded kiln with lots of shelves stacked close together as a lot of potters do. It is also beneficial to those that fire sculptures that use the entire height of the kiln to ensure a nice even firing.
Furniture Kit
Furniture Kits are necessary accessories for any kiln owner as firing directly on the kiln floor is not only bad for the kiln, but your pieces as well. In addition to this, they're also useful! A furniture kit will allow you to stack multiple shelves on top of one another in order to maximize the useable space when firing smaller pieces.
If you have one that will fit this kiln size already, then you're in luck! But if not, you'll want to ensure you add this to your order as well.
Furniture Kit includes:
- 1x 36" x 48" square shelf
- 10x 2" small square posts
- 1x 10 sq. ft. ceramic paper
Shelf can be cut to fit and extra pieces shipped with kit. Please specify when ordering.
Kiln furniture can be special ordered separately, but if done so the cost is ~10-20% higher and will incur a separate shipping charge. It's best to include this on your initial order of the kiln.
* Received shelves may contain surface imperfections such as scratches, discoloration or rough edge. These possible imperfections are understood and accepted by the buyer.
Product Specifications
Model | GF10E |
Max Temperature | 1700 °F |
Inside Dimensions | 48 x 30 x 12 |
Exterior Dimensions | 70 x 55 x 56 |
Volume (Cu. Ft.) | 10 |
Power Plug Type | Direct Wired |
Voltage | 240 |
Watts | 12,000 |
Amps | 50 |
Shipping Weight (lbs.) | 1,165 |
Shipping Lead Time | Made To Order - Please Inquire |
Warranty | 2 Year |
* Reviews may be for a similar product in the same series, but a different size.
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SOUL CERAMICS LLC EDITOR'S NOTE
The below warranties were taken from the the respective manufacturers and last updated on June 4, 2018. Please note that these below warranties are all for reference only. While we do our best to keep these up to date; the manufacturer has the final say in what their product is warrantied as. Please reference your owner's manual upon purchase, or contact the manufacturer directly if you would like further clarification.
Please scroll to the appropriate manufacturer's warranty for your kiln.
Extended Warranty (Provided by Clyde)
All Clyde warranties are for the core product only. In the case of any kilns/ovens where additional product options are available (Controllers, furniture kits, stands, blade fixtures, vents, etc.) the warranty does not apply, and the warranty would only be applicable to the kiln/oven.
Evenheat Kiln, Inc. warranty
Evenheat Kiln, Inc. guarantees to the original purchaser that for a period of two full years (one year for Evolution Series fiber lids) from the date of purchase the kiln will be free of defects in workmanship and materials when used under normal and proper operating conditions. Evenheat will replace or repair any defective part as specified.
FOR THE WARRANTY TO BE EFFECTIVE THE PURCHASE MUST:
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Provide written proof of date of purchase.
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Notify the Evenheat Distributor/Dealer from whom the kiln was purchased, within 10 days after defect has been discovered.
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Make kiln immediately available for inspection.
FOR WARRANTY REPAIRS:
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Warranty repairs should be handled through the Distributor/Dealer from whom the kiln was purchased, who will arrange for any repairs or replacement of parts under the terms of this warranty upon receipt of the kiln (or defective part). Otherwise the defective part may be returned (postage prepaid) to Evenheat Kiln, Inc. P.O. Box 399 6949 Legion Drive Caseville, MI 48725. If, after factory examination, the original part is found to be defective, a new or repaired part will be shipped prepaid by Evenheat Kiln, Inc.
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If the entire kiln is to be returned to the factory, all transportation costs will be borne by the purchaser. The purchaser should notify Evenheat Kiln, Inc. (989) 856-2281 prior to shipping. Evenheat will help advise the best shipping method and if it is necessary to return the entire kiln or only certain parts. Warranty work will be performed within 30 days after defective part is returned to the factory.
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Evenheat Kiln, Inc. reserves the right, at its option, to replace the entire kiln or any part of it in order to fulfill its obligation under this warranty.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
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Freight damage, kilns altered in any way, abuse or neglect, moisture, improper storage or installation.
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Kiln overfired (reaching temperature higher than melting point of ware inside kiln) regardless of cause.
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Dawson Kiln Sitter or Limit Timer.
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Kilns operated on incorrect voltage.
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Improper electrical installation.
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Kiln furniture or ware.
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Kilns used for reduction or salt firing.
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Kilns used for purposes other than the firing of glass materials.
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Kilns operated in excess of the cone or temperature on the rating plate.
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Damage to Property or personal injury that may occur from kilns that are fired on or near wood floors or combustibles.
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Damage to property or personal injury that may occur from improper ventilation of the work area and building structure.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed, or implied.
Evenheat Kiln, Inc. neither assumes nor authorizes any Distributor/Dealer, Retailer or employee to assume for it any other obligations or liabilities in connection with Evenheat Kilns.
This warranty is limited as specified above and excludes incidental or consequential damages. Some states or providences do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
Evenheat Kiln, Inc.
P.O. Box 399
6949 Legion Road
Caseville, MI 48725
United States of America
Speedball Art Products warranty
Your Speedball Art Products Company purchase comes complete with either a 2-YEAR, 5-YEAR, or 10-YEAR WARRANTY (100% parts & labor when labor performed at Speedball Factory) depending on the product purchased - please review the product page. Speedball Art Products Company warrants this Speedball pottery wheel to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, that would affect its operation for a period of 10 (ten) years from the date of purchase.
This wheel must be registered within 30 (thirty) days of the date of purchase to make the warranty effective. Registration can be performed either online at http://speedballart.com/warranty_form.php or by contacting our Customer Service Department at 800.898.7224. The obligation of this warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing any part of the wheel which, at the discretion of the Company, shall be proven defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service during the time period commencing with the date of purchase. Full wheel replacement will be at the discretion of the Company and will only be considered for claims initiated within 30 (thirty) days of purchase.
This warranty does not apply to:
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Damage caused by accident, abuse, mishandling or dropping.
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Units which have been subject to unauthorized repair.
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Units not used in accordance with direction.
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Damage exceeding the cost of the product.
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Damage by flood, lightning or natural disaster, war declared or undeclared.
In no case shall the Company be liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of this or any other warranty, express or implied, whatsoever.
The limit of this warranty includes the product only and not any loss of work time or contract due to inability to use the wheel.
Parts in need of repair shall be returned by the customer, shipping prepaid, to:
Speedball Art Products
Repairs Department
2301 Speedball Road
Statesville, NC 28677
After any repair or replacement, Speedball Art Products Company will return under normal working schedule and by UPS/FedEx Ground Service (for customers in the Continental United States). Rush repair orders are accepted by purchase order and credit card payment or COD charges. Shipping charges for rush returns other than UPS/FedEx Ground Service must be prepaid via credit card or COD. No U.S. Postal returns. Be sure to wrap the product or parts securely when shipping to avoid shipping damage.
Policy Statement for Speedball Potter’s Wheel Warranties:
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Warranty card must be on file at Speedball Art Products Company
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Customer must contact Speedball Art Products Company for Return Authorization Number prior to returning the wheel. Please write the number clearly on the outside of the box.
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Parts for warranty repair must be shipped prepaid to Speedball Art Products Company.
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Send entire system as a unit control box, motor, foot pedal and all power with no cut cords. Experience has shown that by sending the entire system, repairs are made the first time, made correctly and with less time and trouble for all parties concerned. Full wheel shipments for repair or replacement must be shipped in original packaging.
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Enclose a brief description of the problem, along with your name, UPS address, phone number, email address and personal address.
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Speedball Art Products Company will pay UPS/FedEx Ground Service shipping back to customer.
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Any extra charges due to a request by the customer to rush shipment are to be paid by the customer.
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For your convenience, troubleshooting can also be conducted by phone with one of our trained Customer Service Representatives at 800.898.7224, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm EST.
Jen-Ken Kiln Warranty
JEN-KEN KILNS are warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship when used under normal and proper conditions for the periods specified below. The warranty period begins at the date of original purchase from JEN-KEN KILNS, a JEN-KEN KILN authorized distributor or dealer.JEN-KEN KILNS are warranted for 2 years (1 year for the Chili Pepper) from date of original purchase.
Dawson Kiln Sitter is warranted by a separate 1 year warranty from WP Dawson, Inc.
PerfectFire panels are warranted by a separate 1 year plan from the manufacturer.
FireRight panels are warranted by a separate 1 year plan from the manufacturer.
To Claim under the Warranty, the purchaser must:
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Provide written proof of the date of purchase.
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Notify JEN-KEN KILN (or distributor/dealer) from whom the kiln was purchased.
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Make the kiln immediately available for inspection.
FOR WARRANTY REPAIRS:
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Warranty repairs should be handled from where you purchased the kiln and they will arrange for any repairs or replacement of parts under the terms of the warranty and upon receipt of the kiln or defective part(s). Warranty work, other than that performed at the factory, DOES NOT include labor, just parts. The defective parts may be returned to JEN-KEN KILNS (postage prepaid) 3615 Ventura Drive West, Lakeland, Florida USA 33811. Include your name and address, a letter of explanation and the name and address from where you purchased the kiln. If, after factory examination the part is found to be defective, a new or repaired part will be sent prepaid by JEN-KEN KILNS.
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If the entire kiln is to be returned to the factory, all transportation costs are the responsibility of the purchaser. The purchaser should notify JEN-KEN KILNS (863) 648-0585 prior to shipping. We will advise the best shipping method and if it is necessary to return the whole kiln or only certain parts. Factory warranty work will be performed within 30 days after the defective part is returned to the factory.
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JEN-KEN KILN reserves the right, as its option, to replace the entire kiln or any part of it in order to fulfill its obligation under this warranty.
This Warranty DOES NOT Cover:
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Freight damage.
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Kilns altered in any way after leaving our factory.
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Abuse or neglect, moisture, improper storage.
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Improper installation.
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Kiln Overfires (exceeding the melting temperatures of the materials being fired) regardless of the cause of the overfire. (This does not occur in kiln that are monitored while firing. If in doubt during a firing, turn the kiln off)
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Dawson Kiln Sitter or Limit Timer.
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Kilns operated on incorrect voltage.
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Improper electrical installation.
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Kiln furniture.
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Kiln ware.
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Kilns used for purposes other than firing ceramic or glass materials.
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Kilns operated in excess of the temperature rating of the kiln.
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Damage that may occur from kilns that are fired on or near combustible materials (i.e.: wood floors).
This Warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. JEN-KEN KILN neither assumes nor authorizes any distributor, dealer, retailer or employee to assume for it any other obligation of liabilities in connection with JENKEN KILNS.
This warranty is limited, as specified above and excludes incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty give you specific rights and you may also have other rights why vary from state to state.
JEN-KEN KILNS
Manufactured by Sir Ramic Porcelain, Inc.
3615 Ventura Drive West Lakeland, Florida USA 33811
(863) 648-0585
Olympic Kilns Warranty
This Warranty Is Applicable to All Kilns Manufactured by Olympic Kilns That Are Used for Ceramics, Pottery and Glass.
Cone 10 Kilns Have a One-Year Warranty and All Other Kilns Have a Two-Year Warranty. Certain Parts, Thermocouple, Kiln Sitter Tube Assembly, Are Not Covered Under Warranty, Nor Is Kiln Furniture.
Haugen Manufacturing, Incorporated guarantees to the original purchaser that any defects in OLYMPIC KILNS which become apparent within two years (one year for the Dawson Kiln Sitter and safety timer which is covered by warranty from W. P. Dawson, Inc. and kilns rated at cone 10) will be remedied as specified below.
Our warranty, of course, does not cover any kiln damaged or altered by you or others after it leaves our factory. Our warranty does not cover damage due to reduction or salt firing, over-firing, exceeding the maximum cone or temperature ratings, improper installation, use of electrical voltages different than those specified, or firing material other than ceramics.
If a defect of manufacturer becomes apparent, and your retailer does not resolve it to your satisfaction, we will in the following manner: Within (6;) days of the first indication of a defect, tell us in writing of defect, and the date, place and proof of the your purchase. We will contact you to determine what parts seem to warrant repair and to instruct you as to shipment of the kiln parts. You will dismantle, package, and ship the parts we request (and no others), to us at your cost, freight prepaid. If the kiln has a defect of manufacture we will repair, replace or refund as is appropriate, within (30) days. We will ship to you at our cost in your package, for you to reinstall at your cost. If the parts shipped by you to us are in need of repair or replacement for something which is not covered by this warranty, we will not perform the work until you have authorized the work and made arrangements for payment. If substantially an entire kiln is returned for repair under warranty, you will prepay the cost of packaging and shipping both to and from the factory.
We shall in no event be liable for injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
OLYMPIC KILNS
HAUGEN MANUFACTURING, INC.
P. O. BOX 1347
4225 THURMON TANNER ROAD FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 30542
(800) 241-4400
Paragon Kilns
Paragon kilns are warranted to the original purchaser by Paragon Industries, L.P. (herein Paragon), subject to the listed exclusions below, to be free of defects in workmanship for the periods specified below. The warranty period begins from date of shipment from the Paragon factory unless date of original purchase from an authorized Paragon distributor or dealer can be established.
Warranty Periods
Paragon Industries, L.P.,
2011 South Town East Blvd.
Mesquite, Texas 75149-1122
1-800-876-4328
Fax: 972-222-0646
Seattle Pottery Supply Kiln Limited Warranty
SEATTLE POTTERY LLC d/b/a “Seattle Pottery Supply” warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in material workmanship for one year from the date of the first retail purchase from an authorized dealer. Transportation charges on product submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty are the sole responsibility of the purchaser. This warranty only applies to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED do not Return the Unit to the Place of Purchase.
Seattle Pottery Supply (“SPS”) will repair or replace, at its expense, any defective part upon return, freight prepaid, to an authorized Seattle Pottery Supply Service Center.
A unit provided as an exchange will be subject to the warranty of the original unit. The length of the warranty governing the exchanged unit will remain calculated by reference to the purchase date of the original unit.
This warranty does not cover (1) any defect not reported to an authorized SPS dealer or distributor within 10 days of discovery; (2) Type K Thermocouples; (3) any damage caused by overfiring; (4) products subjected to abnormal strain, freight damage, neglect, abuse, improper storage, failure to follow instructions, or products altered from factory standard condition; (5) products whose identification number has been changed; (6) failures of, or failures caused by, parts or accessories not manufactured or supplied by SPS; (7) kilns used for purposes other than firing ceramic materials; (8) kilns used for reduction or salt firing; (9) repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part of the equipment as a whole; or (10) failures due to acts of God and other force majeure events beyond the manufacturer’s control.
How To Obtain Warranty Service: Notify SPS or your SPS distributor within 10 days of discovery of any defect. Deliver any defective part, freight prepaid, to an authorized SPS service center. Other Limitations: Any special, incidental, or consequential damages, including property damage, lost profits, loss of use, or other economic loss, are excluded to the full extent permitted by state law. . Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the duration of this limited warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
State Law Rights: This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
How to Request Warranty Service: All repair work must be authorized, either by SPS, or by an authorized SPS distributor, before the work is done. If you believe your kiln is going to require warranty servicing, the first step is to call the SPS distributor from whom you purchased the kiln. If they are unable to provide or coordinate service, call Seattle Pottery Supply and ask for our Technical Service Department for troubleshooting. 206-587-0570
Notice of Defect may be mailed to:
Seattle Pottery Supply
c/o Warranty and Service
35 S Hanford Street
Seattle, WA 98134
(888) 915-1196
info@seattlepotterysupply.com