Incubators exist in different forms and are important in hatching eggs and keeping infants born early before the recommended months. Installing a thermostat in the incubators allows you to control the hatching process and completion of the infant development. Also, the thermostat helps you adjust temperature changes for the best life development cycle.
The thermostat installation process in the incubator requires the manufacturer’s manual book diagram on how to carry out the wiring process. The article shows the best steps to follow when setting a thermostat in the incubator. Moreover, controlling temperatures in the incubators is easy as long as you follow recommended steps carefully.
Steps on how to install a thermostat in an incubator
Thermostats exist in different forms and before setting a thermostat in an incubator, choose the best-recommended thermostat that suits the type of incubator you are using. The setup steps vary from one thermostat to another, depending on the thermostat model and the manufacturer’s recommendation. Therefore, it is advisable to follow the thermostat model manufacturer’s instructions. To install a thermostat in your incubator, follow the steps below to connect the thermostat and the incubator successfully.
Step 1: Access the thermostat
Purchase a thermostat that suits the type of incubator you are using. For instance, egg incubators differ from infant incubators, and therefore each incubator needs a different thermostat. To reduce installation labor, consider using a programmable thermostat. Buy a thermostat of good quality from a licensed seller.
A programmable thermostat has a programmable screen that saves a lot of time. Therefore, it is recommendable to research the best thermostat for the incubator. Also, consider contacting a professional HVAC technician for more ideas on the best thermostat for your incubator.
Step 2: Disconnect the incubator from the power source
Before setting the thermostat in your incubator, switch off the incubator power source to prevent the occurrence of power or circuiting problems such as short-circuiting. After switching off the power supply source, remove the incubator and inspect it carefully.
When disconnecting the incubator, ensure you handle the wires using appropriate tools like wire cutter carefully to avoid buying replacement wires. In addition, ensure there are no incubator problems such as damaged wires and any cracks before installing a thermostat.
Step 3: position the thermostat inside the incubator
After disconnecting the incubator from the power source, open the incubator and look for the best position for placing the thermostat. It is advisable to place the thermostat close to heat, especially radiant heat. A strategic position allows you to control the incubator temperature without any difficulties.
Poor thermostat positioning may interfere with the egg hatching process and the health of the infant. Also, review the manufacturer’s manual book on the best places for positioning the thermostat to get accurate results.
Step 4: Position incubator water
Using an adjustment dial, choose the appropriate position to place water. The water is necessary for incubators to keep the hatching eggs or infant warm or cold depending on the weather condition. Also, water allows the infant to move freely inside the incubator. Incubator water moves and changes with environmental temperature fluctuations.
Step 5: Adjust the incubator temperatures
Before adjusting incubator temperature, go to the thermostat settings and connect the thermostat to your android device for easy monitoring of temperature fluctuations. Some people prefer connecting the thermostats to their android device, google assistant, or recommended website.
Adjust the incubator’s temperature and if the thermostat fails to function, turn the thermostat off and let it sit for a couple of seconds, approximately 30 seconds. Then, turn the thermostat on and test if it is functioning correctly. Turning on and off the thermostat is the best method of rebooting the thermostat to increase its performance.
Guidelines when using the thermostat in incubators
When using thermostats, temperature and humidity are important factors to consider. The guidelines include;
- Ensure the thermostat is in good condition before setting it in the incubator. If the thermostat fails to function normally, consider fixing the problem or using a new thermostat that functions correctly.
- Correctly match the incubator and thermostat wires to avoid blowing the incubators or the thermostats.
- After connecting the thermostat in the incubator, only open the incubator when necessary, especially the egg hatching incubators. Avoid continuous opening of the incubator to prevent humidity from escaping causing severe effects on the hatching life development.
- Increase incubator ventilations if you are using infant incubators.
- Use appropriate incubator bulbs.
Frequently asked questions:
- How can I choose the best incubator thermostat?
Selecting the best thermostat for your incubator requires you to understand the incubator and the installation process when setting the thermostat. Consider choosing a thermostat that is easy to install and set. Moreover, choose a thermostat that is easy to operate and connect to your android device app, goggle assistant, or websites.
In addition to that, consider factors such as thermostat design, power usage, cost of the thermostat, and thermostat accuracy. Finally, before setting the thermostat, ensure it is calibrated to improve its performance.
- Why do my incubator temperatures keep fluctuating?
Several reasons may result in incubator temperature changes. The reasons include; first, frequent opening and closing of the thermostat. Second, the more you open the incubator door, the more heat lost, affecting temperature readings. Therefore, ensure you open the incubator only when necessary.
Secondly, exposing the incubator to direct sunlight. Direct sunlight causes the incubator to overheat, making the thermostat record different temperatures. To troubleshoot such problems, avoid placing incubators near or in direct sunlight.
Thirdly, decreased incubator water levels cause the incubator to overheat. To troubleshoot such problems, first, change the incubator water frequently. Also, refill the incubator water trough every time and leave the water for some time to regulate the temperature back to normal. Finally, ensure you refill the water trough with neither cold nor hot water.
Conclusion
Setting up thermostats in the incubators is easy and important in that it allows you to regulate temperatures for effective results. For instance, controlling the hatching process temperatures results in the production of the best eggs. Also, thermostats increase the growth and health of the infant born before nine months. Therefore, when setting the thermostat, ensure you follow the steps correctly.
Finally, the information above provides brief details on the best steps to follow when setting the thermostat in any incubator, whether hatching or infant incubators, among others. Once you correctly set the thermometer, you can easily regulate the temperature in the incubator, such as providing warmth during cold seasons and cooling the incubator during hot seasons. While setting the thermostat, ensure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
