Just ordered a hova bator thermal air flow, any tips?

[ninjascrub69]

Im used to using a turbo fan incubator, but i gave it to my cousin for christmas, so do any of you have tips for a better hatch? Should i do anything differently, or should i just do everything the same as i did with the turbo fan?

 

[Baralak]

Congrats on your new bator..

I'm going to state what I state for any new bators regardless of the brand, or design. Make sure you know how it works.. I would set it up a for a couple of days. Check temps and humidity for both incubating and hatching. Once you feel as though you have the hang of it, put some eggs in it and go!

 

[Petej]

Congrats on the new 'Bator!

In addition the above statements:

Be sure to place it in an draft free area. I have noticed with my Hova-bator that drafts can cause temp swings, so keep it as draft free as possible.

unless you like turning eggs by hand, it would be a wise investment to get an automatic turner.

To help with humidity, use a towel (paper or cloth) to help maintain it. I roll a towel up and place it the bottom of the 'Bator, with a corner in the water well, so it acts as a wick. I have noticed that the water wellls alone don't do well with maintaining humidity at times.

I'm sure other will have more, but that's what I have to offer.

Good luck with your hatches!