Incubation Troubleshooting
Sticky chicks - chicks smeared with egg contents.
Probable Cause | Suggested Corrective Measure |
Low average temperature
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Use proper operating temperature.
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Average humidity too high.
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Maintain proper humidity levels throughout incubation
and hatching cycle.
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Inadequate ventilation.
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Provide adequate ventilation of the incubator room and proper openings of the incubator ventilators. Follow approved methods with regard to fumigation. Supply 100 percent fresh tempered air. |