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Page 2: Table Of Contents
(4.87 m) Using your ComposT-Twin ........55 responsibility to replace this label CAUTION: Place the ComposT-Twin on smooth level ground. Remove the ComposT-Twin door when emptying compost. when it becomes hard to read. The The right mix of materials ........56... -
Page 5: Support Frame Assembly
Wheel bearing grease Support frame drum The ComposT-Twin is easiest to assemble with TWO PEOPLE sharing and coordinating the work. Allow 4-6 hours to assemble the entire composter. Begin with the support frame assembly. Tools needed for Support Frame Assembly: Hammer or rubber mallet and 3/4”... -
Page 6: Support Frame Parts List
Step 1 Parts for the support frame assembly KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. “C” shaped lower support 200100 Short spacer (lower support) 200101 Upper support with 200102 axle rod guides Gather the parts you will Long spacer (upper support) 200103 need to assemble the support Axle rod 200115... - Page 7 Step 5 Step 4 Slide together Place upper supports (key No.3) in a position where Fasten the long spacers (key No.4) to the upper the smaller leg of the upper support slides into the support on both sides using 2” (51 mm) shoulder wider leg of the lower support, and the wider leg of bolts (key No.12).
- Page 8 Repeat this step with each gear. TIGHTEN ALL NUTS AND BOLTS SECURELY. The support frame for your Mantis ComposT-Twin is ready! Place the frame on level ground, where you want the composter to be located in your garden. Lubricate the four axle rod guide sections with wheel bearing grease.
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Page 9: Drum Parts List
Now, you will assemble the ComposT-Twin Drum: Tools needed for Drum Assembly: 3/8” (10 mm) spanner Regular screwdriver (flat head) 7/16” (11 mm) spanner Phillips screwdriver (cross head) 7/16” (11 mm) socket spanner Small parts Step 15 close-up KEY NO. - Page 11 Step 16 2nd panel 3rd panel has door opening 4th panel has 4 latch holes one clip-shaped 1st panel has 2 door slots Clip-shaped rib There are two different types of ribs on the panels: one rib is straight, the other is clip-shaped. Place panels on a flat ground surface with the ribs facing up, in the following order: The two slots of the drum 1st panel (key No.19) should be next to the door opening (key No.18).
- Page 12 Door opening (key No.18) Vent hole Step 21 Step 22 First panel (key No.19) Correct assembly of the body of the first chamber is Continue to fit the edge of the sheet metal into the very important. Beginning at the arrow located inside opening formed by the inside edge of the end cap and the end cap, position the rib of the 1st panel (key No.
- Page 13 Step 28 Step 27 The divider has the words “DOOR” printed on the Fit the rim of the divider over the open edge of the inside. Line up the words with the door opening sheet metal chamber, tapping to secure in place. panel.
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Page 14: Drum Assembly
Step 35 Step 36 Find the two sets of mounting holes on the drum’s 3rd panel (key No. 20) of the second chamber. Attach latches (key No. 24) to the panel using screws (key No. 27), flat washer (key No.28) and nut (key No. 29), as shown. Make Remove the disposable red protective sure that the hook part of the latch is pointing up towards covers from the end of each threaded... - Page 15 ComposT-Twin Panel Door Hook DOOR To open, slide door up CLOSED and rotate - then pull to remove Step 45 Your ComposT-Twin is now completely assembled! Please read operating instructions before use. Close door using latches.
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Page 16: Maintenance Instructions
Do not use any chemicals or chemically-based products in the ComposT-Twin. Chemicals are corrosive to the galvanized steel drum During the winter months, if you are not adding materials to your CompostTwin, you may wish to cover the unit with a composter cover (item No. -
Page 17: The Right Mix Of Materials
Step 52 Step 53 In several weeks (depending on the mix, mosture Now, you can use this chamber for your daily scraps content and temperature) you should be able to use and let the second chamber finish the process of your first batch of compost. -
Page 18: Using Compost
Lawns also benefit from compost. With a Mantis Tiller, work 1” (2.5 cm) or more of compost into the soil before seeding a new lawn (or before repairing a patch of old lawn). -
Page 19: Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting Tips Sometimes things go wrong - even with composting. Most composting problems stem from a lack of moisture, too much moisture, a nitrogen imbalance, or poorly managed food scraps. Fortunately, all of these problems have a fairly simple solution. Below you will find a number of commonly encountered symptoms, their causes and their cures. -
Page 20: Limited Warranty Information
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS LIMITED TO THE portions of the MANTIS ComposT-Twin. DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. MANTIS DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR Mantis will repair or, at its option, replace INDIRECT AND/OR CONSEQUENTIAL any defective part or parts of the product DAMAGES. SOME COUNTRIES DO NOT free of charge. - Page 21 Manufactured by: 1028 Street Rd. Southampton, PA 18966 USA Mantis GmbH Mantis France SARL Europa-Strasse 31 20, rue de Garennes CH-8152 Glattbrug F-57155 Marly Tel.: 0800-110 111 Tél. : 0810 21 18 65 Fax: 0800-110 222 Fax : 0387 62 88 89 Email: info@mantis.ch...
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