Did I just ruin my hatch? And hatching question.

[86121]

The directions said that on day two I should take the rotatter out and put a bit of paper towel down.
Well, as I did I picked up a pipped and peeping egg...
Did I just ruin my chances of it hatching???
And how long does it take for it to hatch once it is pipped?

 

[Me & Jack]

No, you haven't ruined it, I'm sure. But keep that lid on and wait until day 22 or so to get them out so you don't lose any more humidity.

 

[williamsl77]

Not ruined... give it 24 hours. Keep the incubator closed until all hatching is done (and/or 24 hours comes around for that pipped one).

 

[Me & Jack]

Oh, as for hatching after a pip, it can take anywhere from 4-6 hours to 12-18 hours at the most -- typically. Don't give up if it take a little longer.

 

[86121]

Oh thank back yard chicken its not ruined...
Thank you guys!! I was very worried for a moment.