Manual De UsuarioTabla de contenidosIntroduction2Quick Reference (please read relevant section for detail)2Unpacking4Please identify each part and check that they are all present and undamaged. If there are any parts damaged or missing please contact your retailer or Brinsea Products (at the address at the end of the document).4Note that if your incubator has been ordered with additional options (such as the Advance Humidity Pump) separate instructions and component lists apply.4Check also that the electrical supply matches the4Complete and return your guarantee card to register for the free two year guarantee covering your incubator.4Go to www.Brinsea.co.uk and register as a free member of the Brinsea User Group (BUG) to receive the latest news and information such as advance notice about new products, special offers, exclusive competitions and much more.4Location and Installation4Your incubator will give best results in a room f4Connect the mains cable to the incubator lid. Ensure the connector is pushed fully home in its socket.4Fit the Cable Cover and tighten the screw. DO NOT OPERATE THE INCUBATOR WITHOUT THE CABLE COVER IN PLACE. ENSURE THE CABLE IS NOT CRUSHED OR PINCHED WHEN THE COVER IS FITTED. The cover is designed to prevent splashes of water reaching the electrical sock4If using the Autoturn cradle: Assemble the Autoturn cradle in accordance with the diagram below (Fig. 2) and place on a flat, level surface (workbench height is ideal). Place the incubator into the Autoturn cradle as illustrated (Fig. 1). The cabin5If using without the Autoturn cradle place the incubator upright on a flat level surface.5Remove the lid, lift out the egg tray and fill on5Plug incubator and cradle mains supply cables into suitable outlets ensuring that the cables are not pulled tight. The incubator fan will start, the buzzer sound and the LCD display on the temperature control housing will display the air temperature and5Allow the incubator to run for at least an hour to stabilise the temperature before making adjustments or setting eggs.5Digital Control System55NORMAL OPERATION – Temperature and relative humid6The asterisk “*” adjacent to the temperature read6POWER LOSS DISPLAY – If power has been interrupte6HIGH TEMPERATURE ALARM DISPLAY – If the measured6LOW TEMPERATURE ALARM DISPLAY – If the measured t6CHANGING SETTINGS – The Main Menu allows the vari7Storage of Eggs7Store eggs in cool, damp conditions. Most species may be safely stored for up to 14 days before serious reductions in hatch rates are likely. Daily turning of stored eggs also helps maintain hatchability.7Discard cracked, mis-shaped and heavily soiled eg7Temperature7Stable and correct temperature is essential for good results. Adjust with care.7Note: your incubator may not be set to the correct temperature from the factory and the following procedure must be followed before setting eggs.7As the incubator warms up and approaches its cont7Press the - and + buttons simultaneously to unloc7Refer to the digital temperature display to check7The Display can be switched to show all temperatu7Recommended temperatures:Typical incubation period:7Hens37.4 – 37.6°C99.3 – 99.6°F21 days7Pheasant37.6 – 37.8°C99.6 - 100°F23-27 days7Quail37.6 – 37.8°C99.6 - 100°F16-23 days7Ducks37.4 – 37.6°C99.3 – 99.6°F28 days7Geese37.4 – 37.6°C99.3 – 99.6°F28-32 days7Parrots:7Amazons36.8 – 37.0°C98.3 – 98.6ºF24-29 days7Macaws36.8 – 37.0°C98.3 – 98.6ºF26-28 days7Love birds36.8 – 37.0°C98.3 – 98.6ºF22-24 days7African Grey36.8 – 37.0°C98.3 – 98.6ºF28 days8Eclectus36.8 – 37.0°C98.3 – 98.6ºF28 days8Developing embryos are fairly tolerant of short term temperature drops and the user need not be concerned about cooling that occurs when inspecting eggs. Temperatures above ideal can quickly have a serious detrimental effect on hatch rates and must be av8The Octagon 20 Advance has a built-in temperature alarm which warns of high or low temperatures. See section 4 for details.8Humidity and Ventilation8Two factors affect incubation humidity: water evaporation within the cabinet (from eggs as well as from additional water) and levels of ventilation. The water content of the air being drawn through the incubator will also have an effect.8There are two methods available to bird breeders to achieve correct humidity levels in the octagon 20 Advance:8Of the two methods given above the most reliable10Alter the setting of the ventilation control (reduce ventilation to increase humidity) and have water in neither, one or both of the water channels to change the humidity level. Humidity levels may be further increased by placing strips of evaporating10In all cases the humidity for hatching needs to be high. Because of the short duration involved water/weight loss will not be significantly affected. High humidity is necessary to prevent membranes drying and hardening before the hatch fully emerges. Hum10During hatching the high humidity levels will fal10The Brinsea Advance Humidity Pump is available as an option on the Octagon 20 Advance incubator. The incubator digital control system not only reads the humidity in the incubator but it provides a control signal to operate the water pump and accurately m10Egg Setting11The Octagon 20 Advance is designed to be as flexible as possible, accommodating eggs of different sizes up to (and including) goose eggs and in different orientations. Some experimentation may be necessary to maximise capacity.11Before setting eggs ensure that the incubator has been run for several hours and has stabilised at the correct temperature.11Set the eggs in rows between the wire loop dividers. The dividers must be positioned such that the eggs rest on the tray bottom and are not pressured by the bar. The dividers prevent the eggs rolling. Eggs may be set on end (or at an angle) provided th11Once the eggs have been set the temperature must not be adjusted for 24 hours to allow the eggs to warm. Check the water level every 3 days or so and temperature daily. Candle the eggs after 1/3rd of the incubation period has elapsed to reject clear, inf11Egg Turning11The Autoturn cradle will continuously turn the in12Ensure 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).12Altricial species such as parrots or birds of pre12Hatching12If 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.12For 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.12Eggs nearing hatch are slightly less sensitive to12Hatching 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.12When 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.12During hatching the high humidity levels will fal12Cleaning Up12IMPORTANT:12DISCONNECT THE INCUBATOR AND BASE FROM THE MAINS POWER SUPPLY DURING CLEANING. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!12ENSURE THAT ALL ELECTRICAL PARTS ARE KEPT DRY. DO NOT IMMERSE THE YELLOW BASE.12NEVER WASH THE TRAYS, COVERS OR CABINET PARTS IN12Periodically 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.12If a separate hatcher is used the procedure above should still be followed every two months.13The exterior of the incubator and Autoturn cradle may be cleaned with a damp cloth. Avoid allowing any moisture to get inside mechanical housings.13Always clean the incubator before storage and ensure that the unit is totally dry inside and out.13Servicing and Calibration13In case of failure first check that the mains power supply is working and that the mains cable connector is fully engaged in the socket beneath the cable cover. The digital control system may be reset to the original factory defaults by connecting the po13If the problem persists contact your distributor or Brinsea Products Service Dept.13The functional parts of the Octagon 20 Advance are modular and parts are available and are readily exchanged by a suitably qualified person equipped with basic tools. Fitting instructions are supplied with replacement parts.13The digital temperature and humidity display is individually calibrated during manufacture but may be re-calibrated if required. To ensure optimal performance return the incubator to Brinsea Products Service dept. for re-calibration every two years. It i1314 Troubleshooting14Poor hatching results are frustrating and can be caused by a large number of factors. The most common are given below. Brinsea Products will not be held responsible for loss of eggs or chicks under any circumstances. However we will try to advise on incu15Gather as much information from the hatching results as possible to enable the problem to be analysed in detail. Record dates that eggs are set, incubator settings, dates of hatches, weight losses and the number and condition of hatchlings. Candle or bre15Specification16Tamaño: 400 KBPáginas: 16Language: EnglishManuales abiertas