Exo Terra PT2499 Mode D'emploi page 3

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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and all the important notices on the product before using.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury or damage to the
DANGER
product. - To avoid possible electrical shock, special
care should be taken since water is/ may be employed in the
use of this product. For each of the following situations, do not
attempt repairs yourself; return the product to an authorized
service facility for service if it is still under warranty or discard
the product. Do not operate the appliance if it has a damaged
electrical cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning or if it is dropped
or damaged in any manner. The power supply cord for this unit is
detachable and can be replaced if damaged. Replace supply cord
only with original Exo Terra
2. To avoid injury, do not contact moving or hot parts.
CAUTION -
3. Always unplug or disconnect the appliance from
the outlet before putting on or taking off parts and while the
equipment is being installed, maintained or handled. Never yank
the cord to pull the plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to
disconnect. Always unplug an appliance from an outlet when not
in use. Never lift this product by the cord.
4. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
appliance manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
6. Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to
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temperatures below freezing. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight.
7. Ensure that the appliance is placed on a flat, even surface.
Monitor the product regularly. Do not leave the product
unattended for extended periods.
8. If an extension cord is necessary, ensure the connection is
watertight and dust proof. A cord with a proper rating should be
used. A cord rated for less amperes or watts than the appliance
rating may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so
that it will not be tripped over or pulled. The connection should
be carried out by a qualified electrical installer.
9. Indoor Household Use Only. Not for commercial use.
10. Do Not attempt to open rear of appliance. No User serviceable parts
inside. Refer all repairs to a qualified electrician or HVAC specialist.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Initial Set-up and operation
This will need to be performed BEFORE placing eggs in the
incubator!
1. Place the Incubator on a flat, even surface.
2. Make sure that the Incubator does not receive direct sunlight
(overheating) or drafts (undercooling). Ideal operating
environment is an ambient room temperature of 18°-22°C (65°-
72°F).
3. Check if the AC/DC switch on the back of the device is set on
AC, then connect the plug to the wall receptacle. Push the on/
off button located on the front panel of the Incubator to switch
on the device. The unit will begin working and the LED digital
display will show the current temperature inside the unit.
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4. Interior Light: if desired press the light switch on the front control
panel to turn the interior light on or off.
5. Set the preferred incubation temperature, ranging from 15° to
40°C (59° to 104°F) depending on the species, using the 'up
arrow' or 'down arrow' buttons located on the front panel. The
'up arrow' button increases the temperature, the 'down arrow"
button will decrease the temperature. While using the up/down
buttons, the LED digital display will show the temperature of
the setting. Once the desired setting is made, the LED display
will blink twice and then return to "normal" display, showing the
current temperature inside the unit. The unit will automatically
switch to heating or cooling mode based on the set incubation
temperature. WARNING: Although the Incubator may be set as
low as 2°C (35°F) or as high as 60°C (140°F), these extreme
settings are not recommended.
6. Fill the water tray with regular tap water (do not use HOT water).
The water in the slide out tray in the bottom of the unit
will add humidity to the environment to prevent
rapid desiccation of the incubation medium.
Keep this tray filled with water throughout
the incubation period! Since evaporation
depends on the temperature, it is
advisable to check the water-level
on a daily basis. Place a
deeper container with
water in the
incubator if
daily checks
are not possible.
7. Now place appropriate
egg incubating containers (size depending on the species,
egg-size and amount of eggs), holding moistened egg incubation
medium of your choice (at this stage do not yet place eggs in the
incubator!), in the incubator (please read notes on preparation of
the incubation medium and incubation of reptile eggs below).