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9.5
The exterior of the incubator may be cleaned with a damp cloth. Avoid allowing any moisture to get
inside electrical housings.
9.6
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.
10 Servicing
10.1
In case of failure first check that the mains Power Supply Unit is fully engaged in the socket and that its
lead and plug are fully engaged in the socket in the top of the incubator.
If the problem persists contact your distributor or Brinsea Products Service Dept.
10.2
The functional parts of the Mini Eco 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.
11 Troubleshooting
11.1
Poor 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 incubation technique to improve results where
necessary.
11.2
Gather 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 break open unhatched eggs to estimate the extent of embryo
development. The Brinsea Cool-Lume or Egg-Lume candling lamps are available from your dealer.
1) Clear when candled - probably infertile (or very early death)
when candled at 8 days
2) Fertile with red blood vessels - after 8 days
3) Red or black staining - early death when candled at 8 days
4) Embryo with red blood ‘ring’ - early death when candled at 8 days
5) Dark outline with ill defined detail - late death (10-16 days)
6) Live embryo with bill in air sack - due to hatch in 24-48 hours
7) Normal development of the air pocket according to number of days
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