Brinsea Octagon 20 Advance Manual De Usuario

AD21 GB Issue 01

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10.1  The Autoturn cradle will continuously turn the incubator and eggs on an hourly cycle (through 90° and

back) while plugged into the mains supply. Some small intermittent movement due to play in the gears is
normal and does not cause harm. Lubrication of the plastic linkage with WD40 helps to ensure smooth,
silent movement.

10.2  Ensure that nothing can impede the movement of the incubator on the cradle (such as a mains cable or

having the incubator too close to a wall).

10.3  Altricial species such as parrots or birds of prey may benefit from additional manual turning through a

full 180° once or twice a day.

11.1  If hatching in the Octagon 20 Advance unplug the Autoturn cradle, remove the incubator from the cradle,

place on the work surface in the upright position and remove the egg dividers two days before the hatch is
due.

11.2  For maximum setting capacity, cleanliness, flexibility and performance a separate hatcher may be used. A

second Brinsea Octagon 20, Octagon 10 or Hatchmaker incubators are recommended. Contact your
dealer for details.

11.3  Eggs nearing hatch are slightly less sensitive to temperature variation and the hatching temperature can be

reduced by up to 1°C (2°F) but this is not essential.

11.4  Hatching humidity levels need to be high (see section 7 above) but note that the ventilation control must

be at least 1/3rd open during hatching.

11.5  When most eggs have hatched (12 to 48 hours) remove the hatchlings to a brooder. The Brinsea

Cosylamp is ideal for poultry and waterfowl etc. The Brinsea TLC-4 Brooder is recommended for
exotics.

11.6  During hatching the high humidity levels will fall dramatically when the lid is lifted and will take some

time to build up. Resist the temptation to open the incubator frequently – leave for at least 6 hours
between inspections.

IMPORTANT:

DISCONNECT THE INCUBATOR AND BASE FROM THE MAINS POWER SUPPLY DURING
CLEANING. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!

ENSURE THAT ALL ELECTRICAL PARTS ARE KEPT DRY. DO NOT IMMERSE THE YELLOW BASE.

12.1  NEVER WASH THE TRAYS, COVERS OR CABINET PARTS IN LIQUIDS OVER 50°C (120°F). DO

NOT USE A DISHWASHER TO CLEAN TRAYS, INCUBATOR BASE OR LID. Following each hatch
in the Octagon 20 Advance remove and wash the egg tray and dividers in Brinsea Incubation Disinfectant
Solution. Wipe all other internal surfaces with a soft cloth soaked in the solution. Do not immerse the
hollow yellow base as fluid may become trapped inside. Ensure that the instructions supplied with the
fluid are followed.

12.2  Periodically unscrew the six screws retaining the fan cover, remove the cover and soak. Dust and fluff

may be removed from the fan and heater cord with a soft brush. USE NO LIQUIDS.