TLC-4/TLC-5 US Issue 2 Octagon TLC-4 and TLC-5 hermal ife-support abinet User instructions for brooding Parrots and other altricial bird species Contents Section Subject Page Introduction Unpacking Location and Installation Temperature Humidity Introducing your birds Auxiliary components Cleaning up Servicing...
TLC-4/TLC-5 US Issue 2 IMPORTANT NOTICE Brinsea Products Inc. and its agents or distributors will not be responsible for loss of animals in the event of failure however caused and the user is advised to arrange his own insurance cover where loss of power or mechanical or electrical failure might result in unacceptable losses.
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TLC-4/TLC-5 US Issue 2 Fig. 1 Functional features of the TLC-4 and TLC-5. TLC-5 Carrying Handle (Component Layout as TLC 4) Control Panel TLC-4M Air Inlet Filter Water Reservoir Circulation Filter Sliding Door Liner Removable Removable Clear Door Inner Door (Optional) Control Panel: - Light...
2.3 Complete and return your guarantee card to register for your free 2 year guarantee. 2.4 Go to www.Brinsea.com and register as a free member of the Brinsea e-mail group to receive the latest news and information such as advance notice about new products, special offers, exclusive competitions and much more.
TLC-4/TLC-5 US Issue 2 Temperature Stable and correct temperature is essential for good results. Adjust with care. Note: your brooder or intensive care unit is not be set to the correct temperature from the factory and the following procedure must be followed before introducing birds or other animals. WARNING:- THE CIRCULATING FAN AND THE METABOLIC HEAT FROM BIRDS OR ANIMALS CONTRIBUTE HEAT TO THE INTENSIVE CARE UNIT.
5.1 Your TLC is fitted with a water reservoir (see fig.1) which humidifies air as it is drawn into the brooder through the air inlet filter. Use a solution of Brinsea Incubation Disinfectant (1part concentrate to 100 parts water) in the water reservoir to inhibit bacterial build-up. It is recommended that the reservoir is topped up with solution daily to reduce dehydration of the chick(s).
7.1 TEMPERATURE ALARM SOCKET - The TLCs are fitted with a 3.5mm Temperature Alarm Input Socket as standard. This allows a Brinsea ‘T20’ Temperature Alarm Module to be fitted to the product. Call Brinsea on 1-888-667-7009 or visit us online at www.brinsea.com...
THE HEATER IS AT MAINS VOLTAGE. NEVER DRILL INTO OR PUNCTURE THE CURVED SIDES OF THE BROODER. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. 9.1 Replace all filters every six months of use. Contact Brinsea Products on 1-888 667 7009 to order. 9.2 The interior light bulb can be replaced if necessary.
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