When lifting a Brent Pottery Wheel from the box, do so with two people and note where the cable is routed so it doesn't get caught and pulled from the housing.

The Gladstone Bailey Wheel can be handled by using the handles on either side of the unit, but again, do so with another person. Do not pull up by holding the splash pan.

Make sure your foot pedal is put in a safe place, after use place the pedal under the wheel. It’s a common fault that the foot pedal will get kicked or tripped over. This can pull on the cable and lead to a fault.

Do not use extension cables, plug in only to properly connected sockets.

The clue is in the name, it’s a splash pan. Therefore, it is not designed to have a lot of water contained in it. If you overfill the splash pan, then it might run down the shaft and into the bearings wearing the stem, which can cause damage to the bearings.
On the Brent Wheels, it is not uncommon to take off the splash pan completely and let any water run away.

Make sure you are comfortable! You could be doing this for a while, so think long term and make sure the seating and body position is right for you. We do sell leg extenders to increase height of the wheel and an adjustable seat which might help too.

Wipe With A Damp Cloth 

Once you have finished using the wheel, clean it down with a damp cloth or sponge. Do not leave clay to dry as this will become an airborne hazard once knocked or moved.

 

If you have any further queries, please contact us on 01934 836040 (opt 3) or info@hot-clay.co.uk to speak with our Technical Coordinator.