Brinsea TLC-40 Eco User Instructions Download Page 2

HD4001 US Issue 01 

1   Introduction 

 

These instructions detail the operation of your new TLC-40 Eco Series II or TLC-50 Eco Series II digital brooder/ICU. 

Please read these instructions carefully before setting up your machine to achieve best results and keep these 

instructions safe for future reference. Your TLC Eco Series II brooder/ICU is designed to allow the user to vary the 

environmental conditions to suit a wide range of species and the specific set-up for every species is beyond the 

scope of these instructions.   There are a range of books and veterinarian texts available covering animal and 

avian hand rearing and recovery techniques. 

To register your new Brinsea product please visit www.brinsea.com and follow the link under Customer 

Service on the top navigation of the home page to qualify for your free 3 year warranty. If you do not have 

access to the internet please call 1-888-667-7009. 

 

Go to www.Brinsea.com and register as a free member of the Brinsea Email Group to receive the latest news 

and information such as advance notice about new products, special offers, exclusive competitions and much 

more.

 

 

Fig. 1 Functional features of the TLC-40 Eco Series II and TLC-50 Eco Series II 

(40 model shown) 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 

 

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Quick Reference (please read relevant section for detail) 

 

This quick reference is intended to allow users familiar with Brinsea TLC brooder/ICUs to quickly set up the 

brooder/ICU and learn the key features of the control system. Please read the rest of the instructions to obtain 

a full understanding of each feature. DO NOT COVER THE BROODER/ICU. FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. 

 

1)  Carefully unpack the brooder/ICU parts (section 3) 

2)  Assemble the cabinet (section 4)  

3)  Fit the power lead 

Digital Display 

Power Inlet (at rear)  

Temperature Control 

Housing 

Adjustable Vent 

Water Reservoir 

Pan and 

Evaporating 

Block 

Water Fill Hole 

Door Latch  

Control Buttons 

Inlet Air Filter 

(circulation 

filters are 

inside) 

Door Hinges 

(Reversible) 

Summary of Contents for TLC-40 Eco

Page 1: ...erson This appliance shall not be used cleaned or maintained by children or persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge without supervision Children shall not play with the appliance Disconnect the brooder ICU from the mains power supply during cleaning Ensure that all electrical parts are kept dry Avoid alcohol based solutions and make sure tha...

Page 2: ... to the internet please call 1 888 667 7009 Go to www Brinsea com and register as a free member of the Brinsea Email Group to receive the latest news and information such as advance notice about new products special offers exclusive competitions and much more Fig 1 Functional features of the TLC 40 Eco Series II and TLC 50 Eco Series II 40 model shown 2 Quick Reference please read relevant section...

Page 3: ...CANCEL ALL CHANGES ARE IGNORED RETURN TO NORMAL OPERATION SCREEN PRESS BOTH BUTTONS TO UNLOCK THE MAIN MENU SELECT THE OPTION RETURN TO THE MENU GO FORWARD ONE SCREEN INCREASE THE VALUE DISPLAY IN CELSIUS GO BACK ONE SCREEN DECREASE THE VALUE DISPLAY IN FAHRENHEIT ALARM HI OK ALARM LO OK HI 2 0C OK LOW 3 0C OK HIGH TEMPERATURE ALARM RANGE 1 0 5 0 C 1 8 9 0 F ABOVE SET BROODER ICU TEMPERATURE DEFAU...

Page 4: ... block 1 Water funnel Fastener and Tool Kit Contents Quantity TLC 40 Quantity TLC 50 Item 2 2 M5 x 16mm countersunk screws 2 2 M5 flat washers 2 2 M5 domed nuts 12 16 M4 x 30mm cap headed screws 12 16 M4 star washers 12 16 M4 nuts 1 1 Door edge strip 1 1 3mm hex key 1 1 4mm hex key 1 1 7mm 8mm wrench 3 1 Please identify each part and check that they are all present and undamaged If there are any p...

Page 5: ...posed to direct sunlight 4 2 Assemble the cabinet using the tools and fasteners provided Follow the diagrams Do not over tighten fasteners 4 3 The door is hinged at the left as supplied but may be reversed to provide better access if required Fit the top hinge socket to the cabinet using the M5 x 16mm countersunk screws M5 flat washers and M5 dome nuts 4 4 Place the door in the lower hinge and clo...

Page 6: ... accidental removal by animals 8 9 Air Filter Loosen the bottom hinge cabinet fixings by half a turn so that the hinge becomes free to move Slide the door as far as it will go in the direction of the door latch Tighten the fixings while holding the door Loosen the top hinge cabinet fixing Move it so that the door becomes level in the frame and opens closes freely Tighten the fixings Observe the le...

Page 7: ...Eco Series II control system utilises a highly accurate calibrated sensor for temperature Be cautious of low cost analogue or digital thermometers when comparing them with the brooder ICU display readings 5 1 NORMAL OPERATION Temperature is continuously displayed The asterisk adjacent to the temperature reading shows when the heater power is on When warming the asterisk will be continuously on onc...

Page 8: ...s dropped significantly 5 5 HIGH ROOM TEMPERATURE ALARM DISPLAY If the calculated room temperature remains too high for stable temperature control for more than 1 hour a warning is displayed RM and an alarm will sound Press OK to silence the alarm for 30 minutes If the high temperature problem rectifies itself the RM remains on the display to show this has happened Press OK to clear the indicator ...

Page 9: ...oll to the C F option and press OK to select the C F display screen Press the button to select F or the button to select C Press OK to return to the Main Menu and then scroll down to Save Press OK to save the changes 6 6 TEMPERATURE GUIDELINES FOR BROODING HATCHLING CHICKS As a general rule a newly hatched chick will need a brooder ICU temperature a little lower than incubation temperature about 9...

Page 10: ... need not be disturbed to fill the water pan Use the funnel provided to pour water through the water fill point in the top of the brooder ICU see fig 1 directly onto the evaporating block and into the water pan Push the funnel down gently into the hole to make sure the water pours directly in Clean up any spilled water from the top of the brooder ICU immediately 7 4 To further increase humidity le...

Page 11: ...the TLC set to their thermoneutral range The temperature of both the TLC and the animal should be recorded at regular intervals Careful monitoring and observation of the animal should be undertaken to ensure that it is not showing signs of distress i e panting or shivering These animals are also likely to be dehydrated and or shocked hypovolaemic so warming alone will not correct these things and ...

Page 12: ...th clean water Disinfectant solutions may cause severe cracking of plastic if not correctly rinsed off 10 3 Always clean the TLC brooder ICU before storage and ensure that the unit is totally dry inside and out or damage may occur to the components 10 4 For deeper cleaning the base of the cabinet and the door may be removed by releasing the fasteners See section 4 for assembly guide The cabinet ba...

Page 13: ...type and rating if necessary 20mm 2A Time delay 250V 11 7 If the problem persists contact your distributor or Brinsea Products Service Dept 11 8 The digital temperature display is individually calibrated during manufacture but may be re calibrated if required In the unlikely event that the accuracy of the temperature display is in doubt please ensure the air filters are cleaned and the heater encl...

Page 14: ...5 5 x 12 400x300mm 23 5 x 15 5 600x400mm Effective volume 10USgal 40L 26USgal 100L Weight 15lbs 6 7Kg 19lbs 8 7Kg Power consumption 85W typical 150W max 100W typical 150W max Power supply 115V 60Hz or 230V 50Hz as ordered Brinsea Products Inc 704 N Dixie Ave Titusville FL 32796 2017 USA Phone 321 267 7009 Toll Free 1 888 667 7009 Fax 321 267 6090 e mail Sales Brinsea com website www Brinsea com ...

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