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       CODE: 575.362-010 Buy the DOT:Download/CD-ROM
TITLE(s): DRAWING-KILN OPERATOR (glass mfg.) alternate titles: drawing-machine operator; kiln
operator
Operates drawing kiln to process molten glass into continuous sheet of flat glass: Sets rheostat
to control speed of rolls on kiln that draw glass sheet of specified thickness, and adjusts setting
to maintain thickness, based on gauge or recorder readings during processing. Regulates gas-firing
to edges of glass sheet to prevent slippage of sheet from knurl guide wheels. Inspects glass sheet
through kiln peephole for defects, such as stones and blisters, as sheet is drawn vertically by
rolls. Signals BALCONY WORKER (glass mfg.) to open rolls and allow passage of defective area to
prevent break in sheet. Receives gauge readings and positions asbestos pads on sides of cooling
jacket in kiln with iron rod to correct irregular thickness in glass sheet. Closes lower roll of
drawing kiln to prevent broken sheets of glass from collapsing into kiln. Lights auxiliary gas jets
in kiln to heat glass sheet below break and stop run of break. Replaces jacket cooling pads and
plugs in kiln with mortar, using trowel.
GOE: 06.02.13 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
ONET CROSSWALK: 92971 Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Operators and Tenders
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