madchickenlady Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 I, er, accidently bought a Covatutto 6 incubator on ebay (in my defense, it was a bargain). I am only planning on hatching a few chicks, and I have somewhere for excess cockerels to go to. Just wondered if anyone had a similair/the same model, and any tips you might have? Its a manual incubator. Also, slightly less pleasant topic, but can someone tell me how you go about culling small chicks if the need arises? I won't be attempting a hatch until I have this sorted in my mind first. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janty Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 In the instructions for my Covatutto 7 it mentions the Covatutto 6 as a similar model. Be prepared for the most annoying incubator ever. We have 9 days left and it's driving me nuts with the constant flashing. I have fallen in love with my little R-Com minis all over again. They turn the eggs, regulate the temperature and humidity automatically, etc. I think that this might be the only time the Covatutto comes out of the box. Please remind me of what I've just said next time I fancy hatching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chick-a-doodle-doo Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 good luck, I am currently with 7 eggs in two different incubators. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 Thumbs up here too for the 2 Rcom minis I use to hatch a smal number of chickies. They are brilliant! Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 The mods are deciding how best to impart information on the culling of chicks as this subject may be distressing to some, please could advice be held until we post back? Thanks for your co-operation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madchickenlady Posted March 29, 2010 Author Share Posted March 29, 2010 Ok Redwing Thanks for considering giving the information, I'm sure that there are a few members who would appreciate it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madchook Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 Feel free to pm me, it is something fresh in my mind and I have done quite a bit of reading on the subject. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 Feel free to pm me, it is something fresh in my mind and I have done quite a bit of reading on the subject. A kind offer madchook. However, just a note to say that at the moment any such information would not be endorsed by Omlet, and anyone acting on it would do so at their own risk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madchook Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 I seriously think omlet should consider having another board, one for over 18's with a sensitive warning possibly? In the world of chicken keeping, esp with breeding and dual purpose birds becoming popular, it is possibly niave to constantly try and moderate to a level that would be comfortable for somebodies 7 year old to read (or very sensitive adults) - would this not make it easier for you guys?! I know there is plenty of info out there elsewhere but not everyone is thorough, and I get the impression omlet do not want you directing to other forums as you can't even type two p's next to eachother without it turning into a Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john 55 Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 On 3/29/2010 at 6:23 PM, Redwing said: The mods are deciding how best to impart information on the culling of chicks as this subject may be distressing to some, please could advice be held until we post back? Thanks for your co-operation Pm me if you want to know about culling . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat tails Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 On 6/16/2023 at 6:53 PM, john 55 said: Pm me if you want to know about culling . This is a post from 2010. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
