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The incubator works correctly, reaching the reference parameters, in most latitudes and in all periods of the
year. In countries where atmospheric conditions are particularly extreme, or in the case of unfavorable periods
from a temporal point of view, to control and keep a constant level of humidity we suggest the purchase of the
patented humidifier
NEBULA
®
.
NEBULA
®
is equipped with a continuous variable system which, by means of
an ultrasound generator, supplies energy to the water, thus producing microscopic droplets (fog effect) which
then pass into the incubator through the supplied hose. Getting in contact with the heat inside the machine,
the droplets are instantly vaporized creating the desired humidity, which is then homogenized by the incubator
fan. To obtain a successful incubation with
NEBULA
®
, please refer to the following table:
4E - INCUBATION OF THE EGGS OF ANSERIFORMS (GOOSE, DUCK, ETC.)
From day 9 of incubation to three days prior the foreseen hatching date, once a day unplug the incubator,
remove the lid and let the eggs cool for 15-20 minutes, based on the day of incubation (the closer to hatching,
the longer it will take for cooling). Before putting the lid back on, spray the cooled eggs with water (preferably
demineralized) of the same temperature as the incubator.
4F - INCUBATION OF EGGS OF OTHER EXOTIC SPECIES
For the correct incubation of exotic poultry species please refer to the following table, keeping in mind that
incubation times vary according to the species, as well as sexual maturity. For more specific information on
particular species, it is advisable to consult appropriate texts.
Attention: consult the CITES regulations before proceeding with the incubation of exotic species. The incubation
time is indicative. It is recommended to leave the incubator working for 2-3 days longer than indicated, in order
to allow latecomers to hatch.
SPECIES
INCUBATION
TIME
INCUBATION
TEMPERATURE
HUMIDITY
NEEDED
HATCHING
STARTING
DAY
HATCHING
(last 3 days)
Hen
21 days
37,7ºC
99,86ºF
1 water
basin
18th
• Set the temperature
to 37.2ºC (98,96 ° F)
• Fill the second basin
with water
• Pour 2 or 3 additional
glasses of water into
the bottom of the
incubator
• Place the eggs on the
hatching floor
• DO NOT turn the
eggs in the last 3
days from expected
hatching
Pheasant
25 days
22nd
Quail
16 days
13rd
Guinea-fowl
26 days
23rd
Turkey
28 days
25th
Grey partridge/
Partridge/
Rock partridge
24 days
22nd
Peacock
28 days
25th
Bobwhite
23 days
20th
Goose
31 days
37,6ºC
99,68ºF
27th
Swan goose
31 days
27th
Duck
26-28 days
23rd-25th
Muscovy duck
35 days
32nd
4G - TUTORIAL
Watch the tutorials on our website to see the step-by-step incubation process.
To find out more: https://eggtech.com
4H - TECHNICAL PROBLEMS DURING THE USE OF THE MACHINE
5. PERIODIC CHECK OF EGGS DURING INCUBATION
(CANDLING)
The candling is a technique that allows to check if the eggs are fertilised or not and to assess the development
of the embryo. It is a very important operation, because dead embryos, if not identified and eliminated, pose a
serious bacteriological risk for the current and subsequent incubations. This operation should be carried out in
a dark room, using a strong beam (e.g. an egg candler) on the egg. It shall be repeated two times during the
incubation cycle, the first one the eighth / tenth day and then 3 days before the eggs hatch, depending on the
type of egg. The unfertilized eggs or whose embryo is dead must be discarded. It is recommended, especially
in case of inexperience, to perform a preliminary candling before starting the incubation process, in order to
verify if the eggs are cracked or compromised. The candling is a delicate and complex operation that can
lead to eliminating fertilised eggs by mistake. Take the eggs one by one from the incubator and check them
immediately. The egg can remain out of the incubator for a maximum of 2 minutes. With a little experience,
through the appropriate tool, it is possible to check without removing the eggs from the incubator.
EXOTIC
SPECIES
INCUBATION
TIME
INCUBATION
TEMPERATURE
HUMIDITY
NEEDED
HATCHING
STARTING
DAY
HATCHING
(last 3 days)
Amazon parrot
25-27 days
37,7ºC
99,86ºF
1 water
basin
22-24 days
• Set the
temperature to
36.5ºC (97,7 ° F)
• Fill also the
second basin
with water
• Pour 2 or 3
glasses of water
into the base of
the incubator
• Place the eggs
on the hatching
floor
• DO NOT turn
the eggs in
the last 3 days
from expected
hatching
Ara
25-28 days
22-25 days
Cockatiel
18-22 days
15-19 days
Lovebird
21-24 days
18-21 days
Grey parrot
28-30 days
25-27 days
Rose-ringed
parakeet
24-26 days
21-23 days
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SUGGESTION
The product or its accessories do
not work
Cable disconnected
Connect the cable
Damaged cable
Contact the service centre for
servicing
Other
Request technical assistance
The fan does not work
Internal failures
Unplug the incubator and contact
the service centre for servicing
The machine does not reach the
required temperature
Unsuitable temperature in the
room
Move it to another room
Thermostat not working
Contact the service centre
Resistance not working
Contact the service centre
Damaged parts of the product
(causing heat loss)
Contact the service centre
The display shows ErtH or ErP1
Unplug the incubator and contact
the service centre
SPECIES
INCUBATION
TIME
INCUBATION
HATCHING
DAYS
T
°
C / T°F
HUMIDITY
DAYS
T
°
C / T°F
HUMIDITY
H % *
H % *
Hen
21 days
18
37,7/99,86
47-52
3
37,2/98,96
60-62
Pheasant
25 days
22
37,7/99,86
38-43
3
37,2/98,96
60-62
Quail
16 days
13
37,7/99,86
43-47
3
37,2/98,96
60-62
Guinea-fowl
26 days
23
37,7/99,86
47-52
3
37,2/98,96
60-62
Turkey
28 days
25
37,7/99,86
47-52
3
37,2/98,96
60-62
Grey partridge/Partridge/
Rock partridge
24 days
22
37,7/99,86
38-43
2-3
37,2/98,96
60-62
Peacock
28 days
25
37,7/99,86
47-52
3
37,2/98,96
60-62
Bobwhite
23 days
20
37,7/99,86
38-43
3
37,2/98,96
60-62
Goose
31 days
28
37,6/99,68
42-44
3
37,2/98,96
62
Swan goose
31 days
28
37,6/99,68
42-44
3
37,2/98,96
62
Duck
26-28 days 23-25 37,6/99,68
42-44
3
37,2/98,96
62
Muscovy duck
35 days
32
37,6/99,68
42-44
3
37,2/98,96
62
*
Humidity measured as a percentage of water present in the environment.
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