Roxell HaiKoo, Use And Assembly Manual

Page: 13 / 90

ROXELL - 009 - 2111
HAIKOO -- INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER
I--7
PROGRAMMED FEEDING
With the feeding system it is possible to programme feeding.
This means : feeding according to a programme set on
a time-clock.
It also means : to make sure that no feed is supplied during
certain periods.
Pans are emptied between meals (if you want this).
ADVANTAGES :
* 0 to 4 points better feed conversion :
-- birds waste less feed (lower feed level).
-- fresh feed available at several preset times = more
resting periods ; a better digestion ; more appetite.
-- you can observe birds better during the meal.
Sick birds are more easily identified.
* the system works more regularly (less switching
on/oft).
* less risk that the system runs empty. You have better
control of the system’s performance.
HOW TO PROGRAMME :
Light & darkness
FIGURE 8.
Example of controlled growth by mealtime feeding
Week 6
Number of meals
1 Meal
Water
Feed level in
the pans
Feed level in
the pans
Switch the feeding system
on manually 1 or 2x per day.
Continuous light during the
last three days.
6 hours
Week 5 Week 4 Week 3 Week 2 Week 1
6 hours 6 hours 6 hours 6 hours 6 hours
There are many ways.
Your house, the breed of birds, the feed you choose and
the possibilities you have as a user, determine the best
programme.
The purpose is always the same : divide the 24 hour period in
4 segments of 6 hours.
Our experiences have lead to the following
recommendations of use :
-- Set the programme right from the beginning .
-- See that pans are emptied for the first time after 3 weeks,
not sooner. Divide the 24 h in 4 segments of 6 hours.
-- Since the birds do not eat for 1/2 hour to 2 hours, there is
more activity at the start of a new segment. This means
that the occupation per pan and per drinker should not
exceed our recommendations.
-- You have to gain experience. Do not expect to obtain
4 points better feed conversion from the first time.
-- During the summer it might get colder in the house
during the night. Adjust your programme by having
the system operate longer during the night segment.
-- Do not programme with poor quality birds. Interrupt
the programme in case of illness and do not let the
system become empty.
-- Influences of season, breed, age, house climate, feed
also play a role.
To get the maximum profit out of your system, you should
develop your own programme according to
the circumstances.
For any further advice, contact
ROXELL NV .