If I order a Hova Bator 1602N w/circulated air fan kit and also order a hygrometer, do I need anything else to start hatching?
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No, but you will need to turn the eggs manually. We passed on the hygrometer, using the instructions provided with the incubator regarding moisture control; instead we went with the automatic egg turner, which we found to be very helpful. We got a much higher hatch rate with the egg turner. Good luck and happy hatching!
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No, but make sure you keep an eye on the water level. Also, make sure the surface you place the incubator won't be disturbed, and any condensation can be wiped up. It works great by the way.
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That's all you have to have. An egg turning thing can save you some effort - but is not necessary. You can turn them by hand.
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We've never used a hygrometer. Always checked water level in the troughs each day to make sure they were full. I've never had a problem, and always have a good hatch. Just make sure you have the incubator plugged in and at a constant temperature for a few days before setting the eggs. Then, don't touch the thermostat. Good luck!
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I would suggest a egg turner? Tryed mine with out one first 25 eggs 15 hatched. Went to locale feed store bought turner 30 eggs 2815 hatched.
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You'll need a compressor and water trap also. If you are new to airbrushing I would suggest this setup found here: http://www.amazon.com/Master-Airbrush-Performance-Multi-purpose-Compressor-The/dp/B001TO578Q/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1404153934&sr=8-2&keywords=airbrush+compressor
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Yes, it comes with a stock fan. If you are planning on over clocking, the 212 evo is probably the best you can get for the money. There are more expensive fans, but the 212 evo gets you the best bang for your buck in my opinion.
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The unit ships standard with flue kit "a" for direct venting through a normal 2x4 wall--no extra parts needed for this application. There is no kit for higher altitudes, but you need a manometer to measure the differential gas pressure and adjust the unit accordingly.
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Hi Merrill H., Yes, you do need an airvent for this. I just sold it to a friend of mine ( I no longer need it in my apartment). If you're planning on ordering it, make sure you really screw in the venting tube.
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The kit comes with it's own controller that turns the fans on/off. It reads water temperature through a probe that you stick in the radiator. You will need basic wiring tools like a wire strippers and crimper.
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first and foremost I think you need to read the manual that came with the humidifier.you'll definitely need the EZCAL cleaner/descaler packets, and hydro cells, water maintenance system. The last item you need is an Ag+ ionic silver demineralization cartridge. Read and follow all the instructions.
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I am a bit of a Newbie too. I will ask my friend who has been helping me and answer again if he says different. I am not familiar with a hatch pad but there is not much room between the screen and the egg turner. You can remove the turner and just turn by hand to make more room. Also I don't know if the hatch pad is porous or if it would block or interfere with the humidity from below. None of my chicks got caught in the screen. A few got stuck on their backs in the egg turners. My biggest concern is that the heater coil on the lid can create a nasty burn. My friend burned his hand on it. Not much feathers on the little chicks just hatched and all wet! It never turned out to be a problem tho. I am a bit of a Newbie too. I will ask my friend who has been helping me and answer again if he says different. I am not familiar with a hatch pad but there is not much room between the screen and the egg turner. You can remove the turner and just turn by hand to make more room. Also I don't know if the hatch pad is porous or if it would block or interfere with the humidity from below. None of my chicks got caught in the screen. A few got stuck on their backs in the egg turners. My biggest concern is that the heater coil on the lid can create a nasty burn. My friend burned his hand on it.... » Read More I am a bit of a Newbie too. I will ask my friend who has been helping me and answer again if he says different. I am not familiar with a hatch pad but there is not much room between the screen and the egg turner. You can remove the turner and just turn by hand to make more room. Also I don't know if the hatch pad is porous or if it would block or interfere with the humidity from below. None of my chicks got caught in the screen. A few got stuck on their backs in the egg turners. My biggest concern is that the heater coil on the lid can create a nasty burn. My friend burned his hand on it. Not much feathers on the little chicks just hatched and all wet! It never turned out to be a problem tho. « Show Less
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It does come with a cheap thermometer, but I suggest buying a good thermometer and humidity gauge to double-check the temperature. It's too important to let a faulty thermometer ruin a hatch.
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I go by the humidity for duck eggs. there are a number of citations... it is between 55 and 65 then up to 75-80 for hatching.
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Personally I do not believe this is the best choice for what you intend to do. I would be checking with auto parts stores, and on line auto parts. You are getting quiet specific with the purpose of this simple little home tool. I use it to keep track of humidity for my instruments to assure the humidity is correct for them. you Salt Test these or any hygrometer to assure of its accuracy, but personally, I do not believe this is a humidifier that 1) you can trust for what you are doing and 2)unless it is purched inside your vehicle where you can have direct visual contact with it, then no. You do not want this one for your purposes. The little doo dad on the side is a temperature sensor you stick outside your window to evaluate the outside temperature and has no connection with humidity. Sorry, but I am guessing you are going to have to put out over $100 for a hydrometer to do what you are expecting, maybe even more.
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You'll need the kit. But ist less than $10 so just buy it when you order the SE2011. It's really good. And the SE2011 have 4-pin fans (as opposed to the standard NH-D14) so they should de easyer to control from the cpu-fan header. Expensive cooler. But great. I havn't regret mine.
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No but I bought a cheap thrrmo/humidity-meter and stuck it in with my panther eggs. I either fill the bottom tray with water or leave a cup of water in witht he eggs. It is possible to achieve 99% humidity and maybe more my thermo only goes to 99 but you have to keep up on it once a week to keep it there.
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If you want to spend the money, a bag/or box of starter is OK. A thermometer is nice to have but your hand can be almost as good. You should buy a bag of wood pellets. They can be found at a feed store or on the net. Also, dirt from your yard can serve as an activator.
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i guess yes you need to buy special non duct kit for air re circulation kit. do not remove top and back of air vent duct hole cover and just install air re circulation kit the air will be come out from top and I guess kitchen cabinet wont cover that holes.my best suggestion is just download installation manual from broan website and you will know exactly dimension and all stuff
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I recently installed one of these, it basically works as a switch, so you can wire it as you wish. It has an in-built humidity sensor, and an external sensor to mount outside. You can switch a humidifier and dehumidifer and a fan. I configured it to start the a/c fan and 1st stage compressor when the humidity raises above 55 or 60% depending on what you set it to, as I live in SW FL. Works better than I ever expected it too, lowers my a/c electric usage drastically, and prohibits the mold/mildew smell you find in this part of the country!
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No.You could go with a nimbus which is 899a or you could build a chiller box fir around 30.