Troubleshooting; Pet Waste; Reset, Cleaning, Maintenance - NatureMill ECO Serie Manual Del Usuario

TROUBLESHOOTING

Healthy compost is spongy, moist, and granular, with a mild "earthy" aroma of
damp wool, mushrooms, parmesan cheese, or coffee. It should look like healthy
soil. Steam and heat rising are good signs. Here are some common problems:
Problem
Strong Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts, mustard
Odors greens, and other Brassica vegetables cause strong odors. Even
small amounts cause strong odors. Avoid these or keep your
composter outdoors.
except to remove them from the unit: empty the tray, transfer, and
empty the tray a second time.
Sour, Balance compost with more pellets and baking soda, then wait 24
Sharp, or hours. Meats require extra pellets. Acid in lemon, lime, oranges,
Ammonia grapefruit, or pineapple can kill the cultures, so limit them to 2-3
Odors small pieces per load and add a few extra tablespoons of baking
soda to balance their acidity. If odors still remain for 24 hours:
empty the tray, transfer, and empty the tray a second time.
Wine Sometimes compost can smell like wine. This is normal. The
aroma aroma should go away in a few days. Increase power to HIGH.
Wet Add more pellets; increase power setting; leave food in mixing
Compost chamber for a few more days. Do not add liquids. Wet foods
such as lettuce, peaches, tomatoes, melon, or watermelon,
require extra pellets to soak up the moisture.
Dry Add fewer pellets; add 1 cup (250ml) regular tap water; reduce
Compost power setting; transfer sooner before compost dries out.
Lumpy Cut foods smaller; avoid hard, stringy, and fibrous items; leave
Compost food in the mixing chamber for a few more days; increase power
setting. In severe cases, lumpy compost will not transfer down.
Mold Mold is generally harmless.
moisture. See "Wet Compost" above.
Lid pops An overloaded mixing chamber can pop the lid open, releasing
open heat and odors. Transfer compost sooner. Do not overload.
Won't Hard, large, fibrous, or stringy items can block transfers or jam
Transfer or often. Remove them from mixing chamber. An overloaded mixing
Jams often chamber can also cause this problem – remove some material.
No heat, The mixer, air pump, and heater turn on automatically throughout
air pump, the day. A control panel light should be on. Change power to
or mixing LOW and then HIGH. If that doesn't work, see "No Power" below.
No Power Check that the power cord is firmly connected to the ROUND hole
on the back of the machine, and plugged into a working wall
outlet. Reset the unit by holding the
all lights blink. If there is still no light on the control panel, contact
customer service – visit naturemill.com.
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There is no way to reduce their odors
It is usually caused by excess
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 At any time you can "reset" the unit: hold the
will turn on briefly.
 Remove any stray compost from the seals on the lid and door, and discard any
stray compost or liquid from under or behind the tray.
 Wipe the exterior of the machine with a wet cloth or sponge.
 Never use soaps, sprays, or chemicals. DO NOT clean the mixing chamber.
 Rinse the tray when you empty the compost.
 Remove any stringy or fibrous material that remains in the mixing chamber
after several transfers.
 The air filter should last a lifetime. It is deep inside, and is not accessible.
Manure has been used as fertilizer for many centuries. Your NatureMill can
safely compost pet droppings, kitty litter, and cage beddings.
temperatures reach or exceed 140F (60C), which destroy almost all harmful
bacteria. Please follow these safety guidelines:
 First gain experience using your composter for several months, with food only,.
 Always use caution when handling pet waste. Wash hands after handling.
 Be sure your pet is healthy and disease free.
 Pregnant women should never handle cat droppings due to toxoplasmosis risk.
 Keep your composter outdoors to avoid carrying pet waste indoors.
 Pet droppings are generally "green" waste, so balance with sawdust pellets.
 Do not use resulting compost near edible plants unless you are experienced
with manure growing methods.
 Do not attempt to compost pet hair or fur. They will jam.
 Kitty litter and cage beddings: read ingredients list or contact the manufacturer
to determine if it is safe and chemical free. Organic or biodegradable products
are best. Test just a small amount first. Most kitty litter is "brown" material.
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