Brinsea Ova-Easy Advance Series II User manual

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OVA-EASY ADVANCE
HATCHER
User Instructions
Contents
Section Subject Page
1 Introduction 2
2 Unpacking 3
3 Location and Installation 3
4 Quick Reference 4
5 Digital Control System 5
6 Temperature 7
7 Humidity, Ventilation & Hatching 8
8 Cleaning up 9
9 Troubleshooting 10
10 Servicing and Calibration 11
11 Specifications 13

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1 Introduction
Read the instructions before use.
These instructions detail the operation of your new Ova Easy Advance Series II Digital Cabinet Egg Hatcher.
Please read these instructions carefully before setting up your machine to achieve best results and keep
these instructions safe for future reference. This document includes recommended procedures for successful
hatching. Your Hatcher is designed to allow the user to vary the conditions to suit a wide range of species in
different ambient conditions and the specific set-up for every situation is beyond the scope of these
instructions.
There is a range of books available covering incubation techniques, for more information or to request a
book list please don’t hesitate to contact us.
The Ova-Easy Advance Series II range are available with the option of the Advance Humidity Pump for
automatic humidity control. Operating instructions for this module are supplied separately.
Fig. 1 Functional Features of the Ova-Easy Advance Series II Cabinet Hatcher.
Clear Door
Hatching Trays (x4)
Tray Supports
Water Evaporation
Pan with Lid.
Ventilation
Control
Digital
Display
Insulated Panels
Control
Buttons
Output for
optional
Advance
Humidity
Pump
Water Evaporation
Block

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2 Unpacking & Assembly
2.1 Your Hatcher has been supplied in protective packaging. Please remove all tape, strapping and
packing from the Hatcher parts. Retain the carton and packing materials to enable the unit to be
repacked. Please check that parts are all present and undamaged. Damaged appliances shall not be
used.
2.2 Check that the electrical supply matches the machine’s requirements (marked on the technical label
on the outside of the box and on the top cover of the Hatcher). The power cord set must be an
appropriately rated and approved cord-set in accordance with the regulations of the country it is used
in.
2.3 To register your new Brinsea product please visit www.brinsea.co.uk and follow the link on the right
hand side of the home page to qualify for your free 2 year guarantee.
2.4 Go to www.Brinsea.co.uk and register as a free member of the Brinsea Email Group to receive the
latest news and information such as advance notice about new products, special offers, exclusive
competitions and much more.
3 Location and Installation
THE HATCHER MUST BE PLACED IN AN INDOOR AREA NOT SUBJECT TO SPLASHES OF WATER
OR WET CONDITIONS AND OUT OF REACH OF ANIMALS AND CHILDREN.
3.1 Your Hatcher will give best results in a room free from wide temperature variations and with generous
ventilation –particularly if several incubators are running at the same time. Ensure that the room
temperature cannot drop on a cold night. Ideally thermostatically control the room at between 20 and
25°C (68 and 77°F). Never allow the room temperature to drop below 15°C (59°F) and ensure that the
Hatcher cannot be exposed to direct sunlight.
3.2 Always place the Hatcher upright on a flat level surface off the floor. Ensure the surface is adequate to
support the weight of the machine and contents. See weight specifications at the end of this
document.
3.3 Place the water evaporation pan in the front of the Hatcher and fill with 1:200 mix of water and Brinsea
disinfectant solution. The water level should be no higher than the first ridge of the tray. Place the
Evaporation Block upright across the front of the pan (in the slot). Place the flat lid on the pan and
slide the pan back into the cabinet so that the evaporation block is in front of the hatching tray support.
Close the door.
3.4 Plug the Hatcher supply cable into a suitable outlet ensuring that the cable is not pulled tight. The
Hatcher fans will start and the LCD display will show the air temperature and humidity.

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4 Quick Reference (please read relevant section for detail)
This quick reference is intended to allow users to quickly set up the Hatcher and learn the key features of the
control system. Please read the rest of the instructions to obtain a full understanding of each feature.
MAIN MENU –QUICK REFERENCE
PRESS BOTH BUTTONS TO UNLOCK THE MAIN MENU
SELECT THE OPTION / RETURN TO THE MENU.
GO FORWARD ONE SCREEN / INCREASE THE VALUE / DISPLAY IN CELSIUS.
GO BACK ONE SCREEN / DECREASE THE VALUE / DISPLAY IN FAHRENHEIT.
TEMP
OK 
RH%
OK 
ALARM HI
OK 
ALARM LO
OK 
C/F
OK 
SAVE
OK 
CANCEL
OK 
37.5C
OK -+
RH 20%
EX ONLY
HI 2.0C
OK -+
LOW 3.0C
OK -+
DISP C
OK C F
INCUBATION TEMPERATURE.
RANGE 20.0 –40.0°C (68.0- 104.0°F).
DEFAULT 37.5°C (99.5°F).
RELATIVE HUMIDITY.
RANGE 20% –80%.
DEFAULT 20%.
ONLY FOR EX VERSION WITH
ADVANCE HUMIDITY PUMP –SEE
SECTION 7.
HIGH TEMPERATURE ALARM. RANGE
1.0 –5.0°C (1.8 –9.0°F) ABOVE SET
INCUBATION TEMPERATURE.
DEFAULT 2.0°C (3.6°F).
LOW TEMPERATURE ALARM. RANGE
1.0 –5.0°C (1.8 –9.0°F) BELOW SET
INCUBATION TEMPERATURE.
DEFAULT 3.0°C (5.4°F).
CELSIUS / FAHRENHEIT DISPLAY.
SWITCHES ALL TEMPERATURE
FIGURES BETWEEN °C AND °F.
DEFAULT °C.
SAVE.
ALL CHANGES ARE SAVED. RETURN TO
NORMAL OPERATION SCREEN.
CANCEL.
ALL CHANGES ARE IGNORED. RETURN
TO NORMAL OPERATION SCREEN.

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5 DIGITAL CONTROL SYSTEM
The Ova-Easy Advance control system utilises highly accurate, individually calibrated sensors for
temperature and humidity. Be cautious of low cost analogue or digital thermometers and hygrometers when
comparing them with the Hatcher display readings.
5.1 NORMAL OPERATION –Temperature and relative humidity are continuously displayed.
The asterisk "*" adjacent to the temperature reading shows when the heater power is on. When
warming the asterisk will be continuously on, once warmed up the asterisk will slowly flash as the
heater is pulsed to maintain the correct temperature.
When reducing the temperature setting the asterisk may go off, this is normal.
The asterisk "*" adjacent to the relative humidity display is only on when the pump control output is on
(see section 7) and is only applicable when using the optional Brinsea Advance Humidity Management
Module.
5.2 POWER LOSS DISPLAY –If power has been interrupted due to a power cut (or when first switching
on) a “P” is shown flashing on the bottom line of the display. Press OK for 2 or more seconds to clear
the indicator. If the reason for the power loss is not known check the power cable connections are
secure.
Once the “P” indicator has been cleared, it is advisable to candle eggs a number of times to check for
losses.
5.3 HIGH TEMPERATURE ALARM DISPLAY –If the measured temperature goes up by more than the
figure in the ALARM HI screen, the alarm will sound immediately and “+T” will be displayed. Press OK
to silence the alarm for 30 minutes.
If the high temperature problem rectifies itself the “+T” remains on the display to show this has
happened. Press OK to clear the indicator. Check the Hatcher is not (and has not been) in direct
sunlight or too near a heat source such as a room heater. It is advisable to candle eggs after this
event to check for losses.
T*37.5C
H 45% P
T 39.8C
H 45% +T