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AC25 US Issue 01
9 HATCHING & CLEANING UP
HATCHING
1
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If hatching in the Maxi II, remove the top of the
incubator.
2
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Insert the hatching mat into the base two days
before the hatch is due. Lay the eggs directly onto
the mat. Don’t re-use hatching mats. Replacements
are available from brinsea.com or your local stockist
(product code 14.902).
3
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Put the top back on.
Hatching humidity levels need to be high (see
section 6 above). Fill both halves of the central
water pot.
When most eggs have hatched (12 to 48 hours after
the first egg hatches) remove the hatchlings to a
brooder. The Brinsea EcoGlow 20 and 50 are ideal
for poultry and waterfowl etc. The Brinsea TLC-40
and TLC-50 Brooders are recommended for exotics.
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.
CLEANING UP
IMPORTANT:
DISCONNECT THE INCUBATOR FROM THE MAINS POWER SUPPLY DURING CLEANING.
ENSURE THAT ALL ELECTRICAL PARTS ARE KEPT DRY. DO NOT IMMERSE THE INCUBATOR TOP.
NEVER WASH THE BASE, COVERS OR CABINET PARTS IN LIQUIDS OVER 120°F (50°C). DO NOT USE A DISHWASHER TO CLEAN ANY PARTS
OF THE INCUBATOR.
Following each hatch in the Maxi II Eco wash the base in Brinsea Incubation Disinfectant Solution and then rinse thoroughly.
Use a
vacuum cleaner and soft brush to remove dust from the fan guard. Wipe all other internal surfaces with a cloth made damp with the
solution and then wipe off with a cloth made damp with clean water.
Ensure that the instructions supplied with the fluid are followed.
If a separate hatcher is used the procedure above should still be followed every two months.
The exterior of the incubator may be cleaned with a damp cloth. Avoid allowing any moisture to get inside electrical housings.
Periodically unscrew the four screws retaining the fan guard, remove the cover and soak. Dust and fluff may be removed from the fan
and heater cord with a soft brush. USE NO LIQUIDS. DO NOT TURN THE LID OVER AS THE FAN IS NOT FIXED ONCE THE FAN COVER IS
REMOVED. The fan must be located on the 4 pegs under the lid with its label facing into the lid before the cover is re-fitted. DO NOT
OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS.
ALWAYS CLEAN THE INCUBATOR BEFORE STORAGE AND ENSURE THAT THE UNIT IS TOTALLY DRY INSIDE AND OUT. ALLOW IT TO RUN
FOR 24 HOURS WITH NO WATER IN TO ENSURE IT IS THOROUGHLY DRY.
TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND CALIBRATION
In case of failure first check that the mains power supply is working and that the cable connector is fully engaged in the socket on the
control enclosure.
Please contact Brinsea directly at [email protected] for further information and advice.
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