Lee pro 4 lead pot blocked

[dirtbag]

I have just acquired a 2nd hand lee pro 4 smelting pot as an intended upgrade from my production pot.
The spowt is blocked (assume dirt grime) , its proper solid though. Just wondered before I drill out that the spowt hole is meant to be going directly downwards. Worst case scenario I see lee sell the part , which appears to be threaded.

Thanks in advance.

[Alpha1]

I use a large paper clip to keep the spout clear when the pot is at temperature. You just need to be careful.

[dirtbag]

Thanks very much. Cleared the hole, contained,dirt, dust, and some other metal (not lead). Used a dremel with a long thin pilot hole maker tip.

[gashtyke]

Yeah.
When it is full of molten metal, it may still freeze up solid. When casting and this happens, a small panel pin held in long nose pliers is used after a blast with a propane torch to free up the spout from the outlet. Happens.

[Triffid]

I find that it helps if you empty it out completely between use, and clear out all the debris from the bottom & side of the pot.
Triffid

[dirtbag]

Thanks all , great tips