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The Aerobin® is a finely tuned
engineered product which,
COMPOSTING:
HOW IT WORKS
ORGANIC LIQUID
FERTILISER
RISK ANSWERS
when treated with respect, Inhalation of dust and/
should give you years of Composting is a natural The base of your Aerobin® or liquid mists may irritate, CAN I KEEP IT INSIDE?
sustainable gardening. biological process that releases contains a chamber to inflame or sensitise the nose,
WHAT CAN GO IN ACCESSING
nutrients from organic matter, retain excess moisture from throat and lungs resulting in
COMPOST DOES THE LIQUID FERTILISER Plenty of airflow is required, and
CAN I PUT ANIMAL TANK GET SLUDGE IN IT? if kept indoors a composting
POSITIONING YOUR and produces fertile humus. composting material. This illnesses ranging from hayfever FAECES IN IT? HOW DO I GET COMPOST OUT? Some sludge may build up odour may
The process requires air, organic liquid fertiliser is
AEROBIN® moisture, warmth, organic a mixture of moisture and
or asthma to pneumonia In most jurisdictions it is illegal Through the two side access over time, the residue of small be evident, so it should
Must be installed on a level, (e.g. Legionnaire’s disease) to put carnivore (meat eating panels in the bottom chamber. particles of organic material. be kept outdoors.
matter and micro-organisms minerals from the decomposing
firm and even surface - large or pneumonia-like illnesses. animal) faeces in the Aerobin®. Using the handle, lift the panel It is recommended that you
(fungi, bacteria and very small organic materials, and
pavers or concrete are best, Direct contact with this material However, herbivore (grass/ vertically to unlock, then pull completely empty the liquid
animals, which digest organic the naturally occurring
ensure the whole underneath matter). micro-organisms that help or its dust and/or liquid mists plant eating animal) manure, toward you. When replacing fertiliser from the tank once or WORMS
surface Is supported as (bio-aerosols) may cause skin e.g. horse, cattle, goat, sheep, it, ensure side access panel twice a year, attach a hose to
composting occur. HOW DO WORMS GET IN?
the Aerobin® can weigh Decomposition starts at poultry manure can be included. locks back in place to minimise the outlet and back flush the
irritation (dermatitis), and skin
This valuable organic liquid All animal faeces may carry odours and keep out pets and contents for 3 minutes. Aerobin® doesn’t actually need

INSTRUCTIONS
up to 400kg. Choose your quite low temperatures. The or eye infection or irritation.
spot carefully as it is not insulation in the Aerobin® fertiliser can be used on your pathogens, as may all finished pests. Listen for the click when worms to operate, however
recommended that you move speeds up this process and garden and pot plants to feed People particularly at risk compost, therefore handle it locks in. HOW THE compost worms greatly enhance
the Aerobin® once you start the materials breathe through the plants, 1 part organic liquid are those suffering from asthma
strictly according to safety and
hygiene guidelines. HOW MUCH LIQUID AEROBIN® WORKS the composting process and
using it. If you need to move its patented aeration Lung® fertliser to 20 parts water. You may get in through small holes in
or allergies, and those whose FERTILISER CAN THE

& INFORMATION
to provide a more sustainable will see visible improvement in DOES THE AERATION the bottom of the Aerobin®.
the Aerobin®, you will need to immune defence systems are CAN I PUT ASHES IN IT? TANK HOLD?
composting process. plant growth and condition in CORE OR LUNG® TURN?
remove the matter inside first. WILL IT KILL WORMS?
your soil. compromised. It is not recommended. Hot Ash 15 litres. No. The Aerobin® has a static
Any soil type will become will damage the plastic and void Worms may die if placed in the
HOW DO I GET THE LIQUID Aeration Core or Lung® allowing
GETTING STARTED richer, easier to work and more Some people prefer to attach
SAFETY the warranty. Too much ash FERTILISER OUT? passive ventilation throughout
top of the unit due to the high
Please see the document that friable by adding compost, a length of 13mm diameter will slow down the composting temperatures generated by the
Drain the liquid fertiliser from the whole composting mass. No
has come with your Aerobin which will also make the soil polypipe to the outlet at the AS WITH ALL COMPOSTS process. composting procedure. They
the outlet at the base of the turning or churning is required.
titled ‘Aerobin – Composting water retentive, so you won’t bottom of the unit, with a tap AND MULCHES: should survive and thrive at the
fixed on the end of the pipe DOES IT REALLY BREAK Aerobin® into a low-sided DO I NEED TO KEEP THE bottom of the unit.
Tips’ – please read and apply need to water the garden as
to access the organic liquid > Avoid contact with DOWN NEWSPAPER? container. The outlet pipe, AEROBIN® IN THE SUN?
the recommendations that have much. The nutrients will feed
been provided to optimize the the plants. You will see visible fertiliser (see “Accessing eyes and skin. Yes, the Aerobin® breaks down which turns, has an integrated No. The heat inside the Aerobin® ADDITIONAL HELP
Compost” in the Frequently all organic waste including vale. When the outlet pipes is comes from the micro-organisms
performance of your Aerobin. improvement in plant growth > Avoid breathing or ingesting at the bottom position the tap E-mail: [email protected]
Or visit our website and condition in your soil if you Asked Questions section). newspaper and office paper, breaking down the organics, not
dust and/or liquid mists is “open”, allowing the liquid
www.aerobin400.com and go regularly apply compost. which must be scrunched from the sun.
(bioaerosols). up into balls before loading fertiliser to flow and when the Website: www.aerobin400.com
to Info & Resources and click WEEDS AND SEEDS outlet pipe is at the top position HOW LONG IS THE UNIT
on Composting Tips. > Wear suita ble protective into the Aerobin. If adding
WHEN COMPOST When used correctly the a lot of newspaper without the tap is “closed” (see diagram GUARANTEED?
clothing and standard duty on page 1).
IS IT READY Aerobin® kills weeds and wet materials, moisten first. 3 years against manufacturing
WHAT CAN GO seeds by heat generated
gloves.
Cardboard strips will also It Is recommended that you or material defects.
> Within three to six months. turn the valve several times to
IN THE BIN? Allow more time in cold
through micro-organic activity > If exposed to dust and/or breakdown and will help to
IS IT GUARANTEED TO MAKE
in the bin. This activity raises liquid mists, also wear dust provide structure (improving air loosen the barrel before putting
Most organic waste, keeping weather or if only adding material Into GOOD COMPOST?
the temperature within the resistant eye protection and flow) within the biomass you are
an even mix of Green (wet) and smaller amounts of material bin. Even in cooler weather loading into the Aerobin. the Aerobin®. University tests have proved
Brown (dry). See chart below every so often particulate respirator. compost from the Aerobin® is
the process in the thermally Some people prefer to attach a
> Wash thor ough ly CAN I PUT DAIRY 13mm diametre polypipe, with superior to compost from other
> Inspect material via either insulated bin generates heat
MOISTURE LEVEL PRODUCTS IN IT? a tap fixed on the end of the leading international compost
side access door and breaks down compost, immediat ely after
which is why you don’t need to handling deco mposing Dairy products can give off pipe. This way the outlet can units, when contents are mixed
The moisture level of your
> It is ready when the material place the Aerobin® in the sun. an unpleasant odour when be left on and the tap used evenly and at the right moisture
green materials should be that materials. Wash work
is evenly textured, slightly decomposing, and should only to stop and start the flow. If level. The tests achieved
of a damp sponge. If you wring clothes regular ly.
moist and dark be used if the Aerobin® is in the outlet becomes blocked Rottegrad 4 standard (one step
the material you should get a SAFETY AND a location where the pungent simply use a skewer or piece of down from the top level) after
few drops of moisture. If there > Use a small spade or garden
HYGIENE* smell will not offend anyone. wire to remove blockage from just 13 weeks. The test indicated
are no drops or it appears too trowel to remove mature
dry, add a little water to the
FIRST AID the valve, whilst in the open Rottegrad 5 standard would
compost Organic household and garden be achieved given a little more
materials BEFORE you add to Irrigate eyes with plenty of position.
waste material, compost and time.
the Aerobin®. If it’s dripping > Take care not to damage water for 10 minutes. Wash Please carefully follow the
healthy soil contains living
wet, add more dry material the central aeration core safety and hygiene guidelines
micro-organisms, including skin with soap and water.
to even the moisture out. or lung® in this leaflet when handling the
bacteria, fungi and protozoa. Seek medical attention for
Dropping food scraps into the Depending upon the materials fertiliser.
any persistent skin, eye or
bin daily helps keep it moist. you use, it may also contain - respiratory symptoms.
chemical, mineral and fertiliser
additives.

GREEN (WET) MATERIALS BROWN (DRY) MATERIALS DO NOT USE…

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 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Side Panel Hooks
Top Fixed Side Panel (Small )
(Common Top only)

Black Lid
3-Sided Panel (Large)

Aeration Pipe
3-Sided Panel (Large)

(Common Top & Bottom)

Top Fixed Side Panel (Small)

(Common Top only)

3-Sided Panel (Large)

Grip
Handles

Removable Side 3-Sided Panel (Large)

Access Door
(Common Top & Bottom)
(Common Bottom only)
STEP 1. STEP 2. STEP 3. STEP 4. STEP 5.
> Remove all packing > Place an Aeration Pipe into > Place 3-Sided Panels (Large) on > Slide the Top Fixed Side Panels > Place the Lid on the top of the Aerobin®
from Aerobin® the Base attached top half of the bin, over empty into place > Slide the two Removeable Side Access Doors into
> Base level 3-Sided Panels > Press lower Cone firmly panels, click into place > Lock them into the 3-Sided Panel position by sliding the top in first, position the door
Black Base (Large) are already in place onto the Aeration Pipe (Large) by the hooks provided and slide back down (8mm) until a click is heard or
> This will create a space below
> Remove black Lid > Press second Aeration Pipe for the removable Side Access > Ensure all Panels are flush with felt, to lock
and contents firmly over the top of lower Doors in the Base each other > If the door can be pulled straight out without lifting
Outlet for removing > Remove 4 Hooks Cone, twisting slowly to guide first, the door is NOT locked into position
Organic Liquid Fertiliser (See Below) from Polybag and insert it over the Aerating Blades
on the top of the Cone Congratulations you are now
& lock into underside of Lid.
ready to use your Aerobin®!
> Press the top Cone onto the
See sketch above – all Hooks top of the second Aeration Pipe
face inwards when positioned PROBLEM SOLUTION
on the Lid. (1) Insert Hook into
OFF CONDITION ON CONDITION Lid and press forward until Hook WHEN TOO WET: Take out the material from the Aerobin® and put it back in, layering with brown (dry) material. Newspaper (scrunched up or
lock engages and Hook cannot
be withdrawn.
PROBLEM 1. Compost not heating up.
2. Not decomposing.
shredded) and pea straw are counted as brown and will help. If large leaves or green garden matter is not decomposing,
shred into smaller pieces.
Then pull Hook upwards (away 3. Bad smells.
LEACHATE from the Lid) and with thumb
pressure bow the rear edge of
SOLVING WHEN TOO DRY: Take out the material from the Aerobin® and start the process again, being careful to layer even amounts of brown (dry) and
the Hook towards the Lid, so
that the Rear Latch of the Hook Not decomposing green (wet) materials. If the compost is too dry, it may become water repellent and very hard to re-wet. Avoid putting dry
LOW TIN FOR COLLECTING will engage under the edge of materials in the bin unless moistened or mixed with high moisture-containing materials such as kitchen scraps.
ORGANIC LIQUID FERTILSER the Lid.
(USE IN WATERING CAN RA- Push down and Hook should sit INSECTS: It is normal to have small flies, insects and other invertebrates in the Aerobin® ; they are part of the decomposing process.
TIO 1 PART ORGANIC LIQUID flush with the surface of the Lid. If small flies are annoying, cover with shredded paper, grass clippings or use pyrethrum spray.
Attracts insects, millipedes, slugs
FERTILISER TO 20 PARTS Repeat previous step if this has
WATER) not been achieved. Repeat 4
places.

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