Roxell Minimax Line, Use And Assembly Manual

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MINIMAX LINE -- INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER ROXELL - 001 - 2111
I--6
If you want to use an aggressive product (**) first contact
your supplier !!
Hang the OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS at a spot inside
the house where it catches the eye.
(**) P.S. Gaseous formaldehyde (formalin), liquid caustic
soda or solution of caustic soda, hypochlorite or chlorine
water cresoles are very corrosive and they will quickly
affect the installation !
WHAT TO DO BEFORE INSTALLING THE NEXT
BATCH OF BIRDS ?
Check operation of your system before placing the birds.
More particularly, take care that :
* all feed level tubes are at the same level (always keep
feed level as low as possible)
* all switches react promptly the control pans are
properly adjusted (low feed level).
* the antiperch wire is still stretched (springs must be
stretched (about 6cm )
* the time clock (when used) is programmed
* there are no leaks in the feed supply system
* there is no old, stale and/or tainted feed in the bin
* the feeder lines are well aligned. Especially the power
unit and the hopper must be well aligned and at the
same level.
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 :
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.
Each segment has 3 periods : is characterized by a period of :
SYSTEM IN OPERATION
PLENTY OF FEED
AVAILABLE
SYSTEM OUT OF
OPERATION FEED IN
PAN IS EATEN
SYSTEM OUT OF
OPERATION : PANS
ALMOST OR
COMPLETELY
EMPTY
0.00 05.00 06.00
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
0.0
0
05.00
06.0
0
18.0
0
12.00
3
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 .