G.Q.F. 1200E Series User manual

READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE STARTING
The location of the incubator is important to successful operation. A thermostatically controlled room temperature between 75 F to 80 F (24 C
to 27 C) degrees with fresh air without drafts is ideal. Room temperatures from 55 F to 90 F (13 C to 32 C) are acceptable but good temperature
control in the incubator is obtained when the room temperature is held within a few degrees. The back of the incubator and the right side
where the vents are located should be placed no closer to a wall or barrier than 12 inches (30 cm) in order to have free air exchange within the room. Avoid areas of strong
sunlight or air ducts that could in uence the temperature in the incubator.
It is suggested that a small number of inexpensive eggs be used during the  rst setting to establish the operator’s procedure and the incubators
desired operation. (See warranty on last page.) Allow the incubator to run for at least half a day in order to warm the cabinet
and stabilize the operation.
LOCATION
When operating as expected the eggs may be placed in the turning racks. Plastic trays may be used to hold the eggs
upright with the small end down. GQF offers plastic trays for different size eggs which will allow maximum capacity with
proper air fl ow around eggs. Goose, turkey and other large eggs maybe too tall to stand on end. If so they should be
placed with large/small end oriented to the parallel turning axis of the tray. Extremely large eggs may be secured with rows of “V” shaped hardware
cloth fastened to the turning rack or a removable tray (see accessories). Sliding metal trays are also an option.
TESTING
EGG TRAYS
No. 3018
THERMOMETER
No. 3020
Hygrometer
Wicks
No. 3066
HATCHING TRAY &
3068 COVER
No. 4500
MOISTURE PAN
No. 4502
WICK PADS
The items listed below should be included with your incubator.
Hatcher models will not include the sample egg trays.
No. 3036
HATCHING TRAY (1202E,
1220E, 1250E & 1254E)
No. 3078
FOOT PAD
ASSEMBLY
No. 3048
CORD SET
No. 3048
CORD SET
No. 4502
1250E & 1254E HATCHER ONLY
No. 3066
HATCHING TRAY &
X 4
TOP LATCH
UNINSTALLED
FOR SHIPPING
1200E SERIES INSTRUCTIONS
For All 1200E series Incubators & Hatchers including
110 and 220 Volt models
G.Q.F. MANUFACTURING COMPANY

Humidity readings are adjusted in the incubator primarily by adjusting the surface area of water exposed to the air. Levels of humidity can be
increased by adding one or two wick pads to the pan. If higher levels are required then a room humidier may be needed in the incubator room.
For setting of most eggs the moisture pan with water in it will be sucient. A day or two before the expected hatch date a wick pad maybe
placed in the pan to increase the humidity to a suitable hatching level. GQF recommends that this simple rule of thumb be used on the rst
setting of eggs regardless of humidity readings and if found to be eective continued on all other settings of eggs. If water pools in the bottom of the incubator then humidity is too
high. Reduce humidity and mop up excess water.
To reduce humidity levels remove any wick pads. Cover over all or a portion of the moisture pan with foil or plastic wrap. If more reduction is needed then pull plugs in vent holes
locate in the back and upper right side of the cabinet. To reduce humidity beyond removal of water from the incubator then a room dehumidier must be used to reduce humidity in
the incubator room. Uses of a room dehumidier is extreme so review procedures for the type of egg being hatched.
All eggs will lose moisture during incubation. Water is added to the incubator in most cases to prevent excessive drying of the eggs. Humidity levels can be easily checked by the
humidity reading on the hygrometer. Keep in mind, however, that humidity requirements dier among egg types and the age of the ock. Pore sizes and numbers vary in the
eggs produced between young and old hens. This means that the humidity reading is the level being applied but may not necessarily be what the eggs require. The following is a
description of two methods used to determine humidity needs. Most operators do not do either, as they are time consuming, complex and often not required. GQF recommends that
the instructions in the rst paragraph under HUMIDITY be used for simplicity.
Experienced operators are able to candle eggs to see if the air sack is of the proper size and then make adjustments during the hatch. Air sacks too large require more humidity. Sacks
too small need less humidity.
A more accurate method is to weigh the egg with a very accurate scale. Most eggs loose between 12% and 14% of their weight during incubation. Using the starting weight times the weight
loss percent divided by the number of days will yield the weight loss per day that is expected. Weigh egg every 5 days or so to see if the weight loss is at the proper rate. If too much weight is
lost then humidity level should be increased. If egg(s) is too heavy then humidity should be decreased.
About three days before the expected hatch date move the eggs from the turning racks and lay them in the hatching tray(s). To do this remove the
eggs from their holding cradles or cartons and lay them on the bottom of the hatching tray in their natural, unsupported position*. It is recommended
to use a separate hatcher such as the Model 1250E as temperatures are usually ½ to 1 degree cooler for hatching with increased humidity and can be
shut down periodically for cleaning. The 1202E incubator has a hatching tray in the bottom, which will allow for hatching eggs while newer eggs are
being turned in the setting trays. Do not adjust the temperature in the 1202E for hatching. If possible, avoid opening the door during the hatch as this removes warm, moist air resulting
in a slowed or damaged hatch.
The black plastic hatching tray at the bottom of 1202E and 1250E models is deep enough to accomodate small chicks, such as quail, without a cover. Humidity levels are increased in the
hatcher by adding a wick pad to the water pan. If necessary add a second wick pad to raise moisture levels 6 % to 10 % above normal. When setting and hatching at the same time in the
1202E, as soon as the hatch is completed return the incubator to its normal humidity level usually by removing the wick pads.
As soon as the hatch is complete remove the chicks to the brooder. Most eggs hatch within a few hours of each other but a normal hatch can take up to 24 hours to complete. If
temperatures are incorrect or eggs were set late or pre-incubated the hatch may have some chicks that emerge days before or after hatching of most eggs. Chicks that hatch days late are
often weak and do not survive, therefore, it is best to pull the hatched and unhatched eggs from the incubator after a few days for disposal.
*The black corrigated plastic bottom hatching tray should be lined with paper towels or DACB paper. This makes for quick clean up and oers sure-footing for new chicks.
HATCHING
HUMIDITY
4. Plug the cord set into the side of the incubator
and then into the proper outlet. Turn on the
power switch located next to the cord set. When
turned on the fan should begin to blow. Level
trays to remove hatching drawer (1202E, 1220E)
5. Remove contents from hatching drawer and
replace it in the bottom.
6. Locate and install the top latch which was left
uninstalled for shipping. The long screw with nut
is installed in the door tab. See image 2 above.
TROUBLESHOOT: If power does not come on
check connection of the power cord. Next,
check to see if power is available at the wall
plug. Then check the fuse in the incubator
located by the OFF/ON switch. Pry open the
cover with a very small at blade screw driver.
If needed replace the fuse with a 250-V 5amp
fast blow fuse (F5AL250V). A 3 or 4 amp may
be used if a 5 amp is not available. If used in
countries other than the USA a cord set with
the same IEC plug as required by the incubator
(similar to those used in computers and other
appliances) that ts electric outlets used in
that country. Check to be sure that the cabinet
incubator is the proper voltage for the power
supply ( 110-VAC or 220-VAC).
10. The red LED on the rear panel will illuminate
when power is supplied to the heater. It is normal
for this light to ash on and o. Hold the turner
switch to M to test manual turner operation. Flip
the switch to A for automatic turning.
11. With power applied and indicator light on, turn
temperature adjustment know to increase. Pilot
light should be steadiily lit. Watch temperature
and keep increasing or decreasing until the
temperature reaches 99.5 to 100 degrees F.
Continue to watch until the temperature setting
is in the correct range. The pilot light will ash
on and o while maintaining the set temperature.
1. Remove plastic lm from door window and
thermostat.
2. Remove red label & silver shipping screws
shown in Image 1 below. Discard screws &
shipping block.
7. Unplug the incubator and gently lay it on
its side to install the foot assembly. Do not lay
incubator on the thermostat side.
3. Remove cardboard shipping brace and discard.
Image 2Image 1
SETUP
8. Insert the 3018 thermometer at the designated
hole next to the 3248 thermostat.
9. To use the 3018 as a hygrometer, slide one
end of a wick over the thermometer probe and
place the other into the water lled humidity pan.
Allow the incubator to stabilize before reading
humidity. Remove wick after reading to avoid
mineral build-up.

Start checking the eggs that are due to hatch
a full day before expected hatch day. Look for
any signs of piping or hatched eggs and note
this on the calendar for that day. After the hatch is complete check the un-
hatched eggs for any development such as blood rings, partial or fully formed
chicks to establish the number or percentage of fertile eggs that did not hatch.
In most batches of eggs there is usually a small number of eggs that have fully
formed chicks that never hatch. However, if there are many fertile eggs that
did not hatch then there is the possibility that adjustments to the incubators
operation may be needed. Also keep in mind that other factors independent
from the incubator’s operation can yield the same poor results. Fresh eggs will
hatch on time or perhaps a bit early. Eggs that are 10 days or more old will tend
to hatch late and may have poor hatches. Pre-incubated eggs or eggs held in
warm rooms may hatch early. These factors would not require a temperature
change in the incubator. Ideally a good hatch is 75% to 85% hatch of the fertile
eggs.
If the eggs pip or hatch a day or more early, and the hatch results were poor
among the fertile eggs then the temperature is too warm by ½ to 1 degree. If the
eggs piped or hatched a day or more late, and the hatch results were poor among
the fertile eggs then the temperature was too cool by ½ to 1 degree. If fertile
eggs piped or hatched on correct day but the hatch was poor then the humidity
probably needs to be adjusted.
PLASTIC EGG TRAYS o er the most effi cient system for gathering, spray disinfectant treating and storing of eggs. At time of setting eggs, just remove loaded egg
tray from storage area and place it on the incubator turning rack. The No. 1500 and 1502 incubators are equipped with turning racks that will accomodate plastic
trays and paper trays (page 19) to hold your eggs in place.
QUAIL EGG TRAYS
Each cabinet turning rack will hold
4 quail egg trays (456 quail eggs).
Molded posts on each tray permits
double stacking for a total of 1368
quail eggs. (Caution: GQF HATCHING
trays hold a maximum of 250 quail
eggs). Outer edge positions of
double stacked trays may not be
used in top turning rack. PLASTIC,
SET OF 6 ITEM No. 0243
PHEASANT EGG TRAYS
Each cabinet turning rack will hold
2 pheasant egg trays (118 pheasant
eggs) for a total of 354 eggs per
incubator. (Not Stackable in GQF
incubators). PLASTIC, SET OF 6
ITEM No. 0245
UNIVERSAL EGG TRAYS
Holds any size egg from bantam, to
pheasant, to medium chicken egg.
Each of the cabinet turning racks will
hold 2 universal egg trays (90 eggs)
for a total of 270 eggs per incubator.
(Not Stackable in GQF incubators).
PLASTIC, SET OF 6
ITEM No. 0246
EXTRA LARGE EGG TRAYS
Holds extra large eggs; Turkey, Duck,
Jumbo Chicken, etc. Each of the
cabinet turning racks will hold 2
extra large egg trays (54 eggs) for
a total of 162 eggs per incubator.
One rack per setting tray must be
trimmed to fit GQF incubators.
PLASTIC, SET OF 6
ITEM No. 0248
WATER RESERVE SYSTEM Consists of 5
Gal. reserve tank, connecting hose, with
quick disconnect coupling and constant
level humidity pan with 2 humidity pads,
for increased
humidity at time
of hatch. For all
GQF Cabinet
Incubators.
ITEM No. 3030
CLEAR DOOR—Gives full frontal view of
interior of incubator, to permit checking of
hatching progress, tray
turning, water level, etc.
Door comes complete
with new hinges and
latch tabs for customer
installation by removing
8 screws and replacing
new door with same 8
screws. For all cabinet
model incubators. 311/4”
x 151/2” x 1/2” Sold as an accessory for
customer’s installation only. ITEM No.
3065
CABINET SETTING TRAY—Optional setting
tray for 1502 and 1500 cabinet model
incubators.
Sturdy metal
construction
with wire
 oor. Can be used with the No. 3059 (above)
or can be loaded with most any other type
of plastic or paper trays for quick loading
and unloading of incubator racks. This
metal tray can be used without other trays if
 lled to maximum capacity where eggs are
stacked against each other.
Measures 24.5” X 12.75” ITEM No. 3067
Remove chicks to the brooder within 24 hours after hatching as soon as they
are dry. If some of the eggs are late hatching, removal of chicks should be done
quickly as possible to prevent chilling of un-hatched eggs. If some eggs appear
hatchable, continue the hatch for a day or two more. Chicks hatching a few days beyond expected date are
usually weak and may not survive. Discard eggs that are
over four days beyond hatch date.
When chicks are removed from the incubator they must
have a place that is warm and dry. A brooder should have
one section that is heated with a temperature of 100F (37C)
for small birds like quail or 95F (34C) for larger birds like
chickens. Maintain this temperature for the  rst week and then lower it 5 degrees (F) each week there after
down to normal room temperature. If temperatures are a little too warm the chicks will move to the cooler parts
of the brooder on their own. Place food on a  at surface near the feeder. Avoid slick surfaces like cardboard,
plastic or  at newspaper as young chicks have diffi culty standing on them. Small birds such as quail can easily
drown in large drinkers so rocks or marbles may need to be used at  rst if the drinker is not made especially for
them. The GQF catalog has suitable brooders, feeders and drinkers. GQF Vitamins Plus is also recommended for
the  rst seven days to improve survivability.
No. 0534
BROODING
HATCH
ANALYSIS
VENTILATION
VENTILATION
ACCESSORIES
There are two holes
in the upper back
panel and two
holes in the upper
right side near the
door. These holes
are covered with a
plastic plug. One
plug on the right
side and one on the back has a hole punched in them. This is
to provide the necessary  ow of air into and out of the cabinet.
These holes should always stay open. In the event that a dryer
incubator is needed refer to the humidity section on working
with the humidity pan. Normally the plugs will remain in place
at all times.

Diagram Part
Number
GQF Part
Number
Item
Description
Diagram
Number
GQF Part
Number
Item
Description
1No 4502
Humidity wick pads (2)
12 No 3179
Off/On switch with fuse
2No 4500
Humidity pan
13 No 3178
Fuse 250-V 5amp fast blow
3No 3170
Heater assembly 110V
14 No 3248
Analog Electronic Thermostat
4No 3043
Front support bar
15 No 3170
Heater/Fan Assembly
5No 3045
Door gasket
16 No 3175
Turner assembly 110V (after
2007 production)
6No 3051
Complete door latch (1)
17 No 3048
IEC/USA cord set for cabinet
7No 3063
Set of 4 hinges for door
18 No 3182
Black vent plugs
8No 3070
Back panel
19 No 3023
Turner timer motor (attached
to thermostat panel)
9No 3073
Door
20 No 3041
Rear connecting bar
10 No 3077
Top panel
21 No 3047
Back and top gasket
11 No 3036
Hatching tray
22 No 3078
Foot Pad Assembly
GQF Manufacturing Co., Inc. guarantees against defect for a period of 1 year from date of purchase. This warranty is void for product more than 3 years old when not sold direct
from GQF to the consumer. Notify GQF Mfg. Co. of any defective items, giving catalogue number and name of item and what is wrong with item. Send copy of invoice showing
date of purchase. GQF Mfg. Co. will send replacement, or replacement parts, or notify regarding return. Shipping charges for express shipping are to be paid by the customer.
GQF’s warranty applies to residents of the USA only. International warranty claims are handled by the authorized GQF dealer that sold the equipment in that area. Returning of
items without written permission will be at owner’s expense.
Whereas GQF Mfg. Co. has no control over usage of equipment and product supplied, it assumes no responsibility for losses or damage from the equipment or product other than replacement of defective parts. No
guarantee on hatchability of eggs. GQF assumes no responsibility for losses due to shipping damage, late shipment or arrival of product.
Do not expose electrical parts to water. Installation of electrical parts should be done by a quali ed electrician. Use of replacement parts other than intended by GQF Mfg. Co. is not permitted. Custom modi cations
and use of non GQF parts can void the warranty. GQF is not responsible if product does not comply with local product codes or codes outside of the USA.
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Phone [phone] P.O. Box 1552 - Savannah, GA 31402 www.GQFMFG.com
The incubator may be cleaned of feather dust and hatching debris with a damp cloth and mild soap, for those surfaces accessible from the front door. Finish with a wipe
or spray of a mild disinfectant. Plastic egg racks are machine washable. The hatching tray should be washed and disinfected after each hatch. At the start or end of a
season it is recommended that the top and back of the incubator be removed so that feather dust may be removed. To do this, turn o and unplug the incubator before
removal of the top and back. Use a soft bristle paint brush to remove feather dust. Take care not to stretch the heat element if cleaning in that area. Do not wet down
or spray into electrical boxes, heater or motors. Other surface areas may be wiped with a damp cloth and a mild disinfectant used in the same manner.
CLEANING &
SERVICE
WARRANTY &
RESTRICTIONS
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DIAGRAM PART
NUMBER
PARTS
FRONT BACK
IF THE EQUIPMENT IS USED IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY
THE MANUFACTURER, THE PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE
EQUIPMENT MAY BE IMPAIRED.
1.4.1 Normal environmental conditions - This equipment designed to be safe at least under the following conditions: a) indoor use; b) altitude up to 2000m; c) temperature 5oC to 40oC; d) maximum relative
humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31oC decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40oC; e) mains supply voltage  uctuations up to +10% of the nominal voltage; f) transient overvoltages typically
present on the mains supply (impulse withstand category II 1500 V transient; g) pollution degree 2.
— All 110V units 110V, 50/60Hz, 325W
— All 220V units 220V, 50/60Hz, 350W
Unit must be plugged into a grounded outlet to maintain the safety of the equipment. This appliance must be located so the power switch and cord set are accessible as they are relied upon to
disconnect the device. Appliance protection may be impaired if used in a manner not speci ed by the manufacturer.