Dremel 876 Specifications

Table of ContentsHealth & Safety 1Clay 3Kiln Firing & Operation 7Underglazes 14Glazes 17Problems, Causes & Solutions 21Glossary 26Quick Re

During normal use of the kiln, corrosion will occur onthe metal surfaces, which can cause the kiln to misfire. Thetube assembly should be replaced pe

Apply three thin coats (milk consistency) to the top ofeach kiln shelf with a large house brush. Allow to drycompletely before firing. Kiln wash is

•Do not place the rims of large plates and bowls nextto an element: this will heat the piece unevenly.• Flat pieces should be placed on shelves above

exceeds this point, the clay actually starts to soften orbecome liquid-like. Although the overfiring may not benoticeable to the naked eye, some indi

Glaze FiringMany of the low fire glazes work on greenware(unfired) projects. Most all clear glazes work well, testothers. These pieces need to be abso

Putting Down a Foundation . . .Underglazes14Underglazes, originally, was a term used to refer toceramic colors used under-the-glaze, like a foundation

used on decorative items and is not suitable for food or drink.Design work done in translucent One Strokes can becompleted and then spot glazed to the

mixtures of color, allowing the bisque to show through bySeveral colors can be blended into the sponge at one time.Usually One Stokes are thinned to t

Ceramic glaze is a glass covering that provides aprotective finish for a porous clay object. Over-simplified,it is a combination of raw materials tha

If it is not dry, the brush may pick up the glaze, rather thanput it down. If the glaze starts to shift or crawl whilepainting, then more drying time

Ceramics is one of the most rewarding and enjoyable ofall hobbies, and one of the safest, if some simple common-sense precautions are taken. As with a

Choosing a Glaze FinishWhen you glaze a piece you are enhancing its utilitarianand decorative function, not simply covering it. There is moreto consi

for food and drink. However, this may not be apparent untilmonths later when the glaze has delayed crazing of thesurface. All glazes should be from

Problem Cause SolutionGlazesOops, Now What Do I Do?Problems, Causes and Solutions21Glaze crawls on inside vase.Usually caused by deposits of claydust

22Problems & SolutionsPinholes in glaze.a. Primarily caused by underfiredbisque. Can also be underfired glazeor a combination of the two firings.

23Problems & SolutionsReds fade in the firing, turning whiteto dark gray.a. Glaze was applied too thinly. b. Insufficient ventilation in kilndurin

24Problems & SolutionsProblem Cause SolutionDipping glaze is too thick.Dipping glaze loses water with usethrough evaporation.Add small quantities

25Problems & SolutionsFiringProblem Cause SolutionBlisters, craters and pinholes in glaze.a. Bubbles formed and glaze cooledtoo quickly. b. The g

Absorption - The ability of a porous object such as plaster orbisque, to absorb water; the amount of moisture that will soakinto an item.Accenting -

Clay - Earth that is relatively pure alumina and silica; one of thematerial used in the manufacture of china and pottery.Clay Carbon - Specially trea

Extrude - To draw out; force or press out; force through a narrowopening, as clay.Face - The outside surface of a mold.Fat Oil - A china painting m

• Proper firing of dinnerware safe glazes is critical. Use shelfcones on the kiln shelves to ensure that the pieces are fired hotenough, even if the

Hard Bisque - Term given to bisque that is fired to its hottesttemperature before it goes liquid.Harmonious - A color scheme chosen by some numerica

Mold Cavity - The hollow section of a mold that is a negative ofthe finished casting. That part which is filled with slip to form thecasting.Mold R

Release Time - Length of time needed before a casting can beremoved from a mold.Relief - A raised design.Renuzit - A dry cleaning material used to

Spray - To apply color by means of some type of air supply.Sprig - A clay trim, made in a press mold and attached to aleatherhard casting with mendi

33Product Surface Fired Color Firing Range Uses Types of Clay NotesEarthenwarePottery orCeramic ClayStonewareNot VitreousNot TotallyVitreousUsually wh

Product Time Cone Temp. & Vented Non-vented NotesRamping Rate Kiln Kiln34One StrokesOpaqueUnderglazesAstro GemsGlazes6-8 hrs. forshelf cone 04 8

35Quick Reference GuideProduct Health Status Mayco Book Firing Range Applied By: General NotesApplicationOpaqueUnderglazes Non-toxic Non-movingwhen f

36Quick Reference GuideProduct Health Status Mayco Firing Range Applied By: General NotesBook ApplicationSeries 2000 -Gloss,Specstone &Stoneware-

37Product Health Status Mayco Firing Range Applied By: General NotesBook ApplicationStroke & Coat® Wonderglazefor BisqueNon-toxic Non-movingwhen

38Quick Reference GuideProduct Health Status Mayco Firing Range Applied By: General NotesBook ApplicationPottery CoatNon-toxic Non-movingwhen firedPg

Clay is a compound of minerals and organic materialresulting from the natural decomposition of certain igneousrocks (for example, feldspar and granite

39Product Health Status Mayco Firing Range Applied By: General NotesBook ApplicationArt GlazesFoodsafe glazesare marked witha star *symbolPg. 27Shelf

40Product Health Status Mayco Firing Range Applied By: General NotesBook ApplicationJungle Gem™Crystal GlazesNot for FoodItemsPg. 26Shelf cone 06-6Ch

structure or binding material for the flux and glass-formers tobind together. The primary refractory material is alumina.Rather than add pure alumina

Classifications of Clay BodiesTwo common methods of classifying clay bodies areaccording to the firing temperature range of the clay and bycomposition

Storing and Reprocessing ClayIt is necessary to store clay in a sealed plastic container. Purchase some large plastic bins. When doing a project youwi

Many kiln operators feel that opening the kiln after thefiring is more exciting than Christmas morning. However,firing is as big of a responsibility

Shelf cones enable you to get to know the personality ofyour kiln. Yes, they do have one, believe it or not. A goodcook knows that their oven perfor