Active Periodic Cooling (APC)
● Results may vary based on different conditions: poultry species, egg size, and room
conditions. Improper cooling can result in late hatching and chick loss.
Caution! Turn off Active Periodic Cooling (APC) function during hatching period (Last 2-3 days
of incubation). Cooling during the last 2-3 days results in bad hatching rates and chick loss.
Caution! Any parameter changes in the APC menu will reset the periodic cooling cycle (cPr).
Caution! In clS mode, time to reach the cooling set point cSt (Fst) is highly dependent on room
temperature. For very low set points, the system may not be able to reach the cooling set point.
For such situations, the system finalizes cooling at max cooling time (hct).
Independent Factors that could Affect Hatch Rates
● Incorrect incubation settings
● Turning problems
● Very low or very high incubation room temperature
● Inadequate room ventilation
● Long egg storage times prior to incubation
● Electrical failures
● Inadequate or wrong sanitary procedures for eggs or machine
● Very old or very young parents
● Improper / poor parent feeding
● Illnesses and genetic problems in parents
● Incorrect male / female ratio
Cleanup / Servicing
● Never clean with water hotter than 122°F (50°C).
● Electrical parts must be kept dry during cleaning.
● Internal parts of the cabinet and egg trays must be cleaned after every hatch with an
incubator sanitizer. Thoroughly clean your incubator after every season and leave it
open for at least 1 day to dry before storing. Use a dry soft brush or vacuum to clean the
control panel and fan panel.
● Regularly check the temperature and humidity of your model with a spare thermometer.
Perform a re-calibration if necessary.
● Egg incubation requires dedication and oversight. Cimuka, or it’s distributors will not be
held responsible for loss of eggs or chicks under any circumstances. Most components
of the egg incubator are easily replaceable. Always keep critical parts as spares. For
spare parts and service needs, contact your vendor.
Caution! Disconnect incubator from electric supply before cleaning or servicing.
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