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Discussion in 'Incubating & Hatching Eggs' started by Soonerguy33, Oct 13, 2009.

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  1. Oct 13, 2009 Post #1 of 4
    Soonerguy33

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    Do i need to remove the vent cap from incubator? I'm on day 18
     
  2. Oct 13, 2009 Post #2 of 4
    mulia24

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    i don't even have any vent cap, my bator is opened 24hours/day since i need to backup the power failure using kerosene lamp. [​IMG]
     
  3. Oct 13, 2009 Post #3 of 4
    kathyinmo

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    Yes, they need the oxygen. Remove the plugs for the hatch.
     
  4. Oct 13, 2009 Post #4 of 4
    Happy Chooks

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    I too was thinking about this.

    My incubator instructions say to remove the plugs AFTER hatch to help in drying. (hovabator 1602N)

    But I was wondering if I should do this after the first one hatches? I don't want to shrink wrap my babies that haven't hatched.
     

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