Kiln Problems and Troubleshooting

[HeartOfGlass]

I've had lots of fun troubleshooting my kiln over the last couple of months.

I started getting a specific error code that was indicating a problem with the thermocouple, but all testing revealed that the thermocouple and everything associated with it was just fine.
Then I expanded my troubleshooting to include the relays.
They bench tested just fine, but just to be sure, I purchased and installed new relays - guess what - no change.
By this point my error codes were changing to to something that again indicated that the thermocouple was the problem.
I contacted the kiln manufacturer and then we began the slow process of identifying possible culprits and tested them to eliminate the possibilities.
Last night I did an exhaustive troubleshoot that identified the culprit - the main controller board.
My kiln is still under warranty (fortunately) and the kiln manufacturer is sending me a replacement controller board.

The end result - I will be able to start fusing glass again.

In this process, I have gained an appreciation for the support people out there.
I've come to fully understand the mechanics of my kiln.

[HeartOfGlass]

Just got the replacement controller board yesterday in the mail.
Took all of 5 minutes to install it.
A quick test & I'm back in business!

I never thought it was possible to suffer from glass withdrawal, but I certainly felt it!

Now I've gotta go make something...