13• For best results of furnace loading, useless than two-thirds of any dimension ofthe chamber. Maintain a 3/4" clearancebetween the load and the sides of thechamber.• If you are heating a number of smallparts, spread them throughout the mid-dle two thirds of the chamber.• Keep objects away from thermocouple.• Raise your load up off the furnace floorwith small pieces of ceramic or a hearthplate to promote even heating.• Use insulated tongs and mittens whenloading and unloading furnace.• Always wear safety glasses.Furnace LoadingCautionDo not overload your furnacechamber or allow the load totouch the thermocouple. If theload is to be heated uniformly, itshould not occupy more thantwo-thirds of any dimension ofthe chamber. Failure to observethese cautions could result indamage to furnace componentsand/or load.