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1 cupful (or 2 handfuls) of Sun-Mar Compost Sure (or 50/50 mixture
of peat moss and non-cedar wood shavings) to the Bio-Drum after
every bowel movement. This usually represents one cupful per person
per day of use. |
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to rotate the drum 4-6 complete revolutions, twice a week when in
use, or, if used only at weekends, only on departure. |
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the unit if you are leaving for a period of more than a few days.
If you are leaving one weekend and coming back the next, you may
unplug the unit.
Consider installing a timer to shut the unit off after 48 hours
to evaporate excess liquid. If you are leaving for a period of more
than few days, or the compost appears dry, add approximately 1/2
gallon of warm water to keep the compost moist. |
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some compost into the finishing drawer when the drum is 1/2 to
2/3 full. It is 2/3 full when the compost reaches a level about
2-3 inches below the drum door when the door is open.
To empty some compost into the drawer, pull the drum locker button
and rotate the handle counter-clockwise (to turn the drum clockwise).
Turn at the same speed you would normally do for mixing.
If necessary, use the rake to level the compost in the drawer.
If there is not enough compost in the drawer, turn the drum backwards
(clockwise) again 1 rotation.
Leave the compost in the finishing drawer to finish for 3-4 weeks
or until you next need to remove compost from the drum.
If your unit is used seasonally and is not used heavily, you
may not have to remove any compost at all during the season. If
so, follow "Annual
Startup".
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some compost to the next stage for finishing Ensures
that the drum does not get too full Provides
Extra Time for composting to be completed.
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