NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg www.toplicht.de Nature’s Head ® Composting Toilet Congratulations on your acquisition of a NATURE’S HEAD ® composting toilet! Although the concept of a composting head (toilet) is not a new one, the unit which you have purchased is the freshest of the new generation of this kind of product.
NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 www.toplicht.de Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg INSTALLATION ITEMS YOU MAY NEED TO COMPLETE YOUR INSTALLATION Your NATURE’S HEAD® composting toilet comes with most of the items necessary for completion of your installation. The outside vent is not included because each application is different and many will require a different vent.
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NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg www.toplicht.de INSTALLATION, continued Hose Length Some installations may require increased hose lengths which may be purchased on a per foot basis. PVC pipe, available at most home improvement or hardware stores, may also be substituted for longer hose sections.
NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 www.toplicht.de Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg INSTALLATION: Location When selecting the location for your new Nature’s Head®, be certain to allow enough space behind and on both sides for the toilet to function and be serviced.
NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg www.toplicht.de INSTALLATION: Mounting It is necessary to secure your toilet to ����������������������������������� The normal mounting is to position the L-brackets under the base in the recesses in the toilet, as shown on the left.
NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 www.toplicht.de Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg INSTALLATION: Venting The unit must be vented to the outside of your cabin whether it is a boat, RV, truck, or vacation property. This helps keep your bathroom �������������������������������������������������������������������������...
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NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg www.toplicht.de INSTALLATION: Venting ��������������� Attaching the Handle The toilet is shipped with the agitator handle unattached and must be installed before use. The standard handle is attached with a collar and hairpin clip, while the spider handle attaches with an allen set screw and locknut.
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NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 www.toplicht.de Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg INSTALLATION: Venting, continued Attaching a mesh fabric or screen (not provided) over the opening is necessary to prevent the entry of insects into the system. Any mesh fabric such as window screen or nylon netting will provide an adequate insect barrier.
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NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 www.toplicht.de Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg INSTALLATION: POWER CONNECTION As with all electrical connections, be sure your head is on a fused circuit. The fuse should be no less than 2 amps and no more than 5 amps (12V).
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NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg www.toplicht.de USING YOUR NATURE’S HEAD The waterless, urine separating design contributes the extraordinary holding capacity. The composting section holds approximately 60 to 80 uses. The time frame to empty the solids bin varies with number of people and the time period.
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NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 www.toplicht.de Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg USAGE, continued ��������������������������������������������������������������������� unpleasant odor and prevent proper compost action. Seated usage is recommended. While seated, the unit may be used with the trap door in the open or closed position. Whether male or female, the user’s liquids and solids will be directed to the correct locations from this...
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NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg www.toplicht.de USAGE, continued When the toilet is functioning correctly, the composted matter will have a musty or soil-like odor and the visual appearance will be very similar to that of the original sphagnum peat moss.
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NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 www.toplicht.de Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg USAGE: Emptying With the bottle assembly removed, lift the seat unit several inches and slide it to the left to disengage the slip hinge. (You may...
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NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg www.toplicht.de USAGE: Disposal The recommended procedure for disposing of the contents of the solid waste tank is placing it in a proper composting bin to allow it to fully decompose.
NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 www.toplicht.de Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg CLEANSING & MAINTENANCE A quick spray of water and white vinegar or a natural cleaner from a squirt bottle is all that is needed to keep your NH fresh between uses. If necessary, a moistened paper towel (no synthetics) is excellent for cleansing the interior (as well as the exterior) of the head.
NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg www.toplicht.de TROUBLESHOOTING Find more troubleshooting and FAQ information online at natureshead.net/ installation_use. Or email us at sales@natureshead.net. Fan not working. If using 12 volt battery, check for voltage. Be sure the wire marked positive is attached to the positive from the battery.
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NATURE´S HEAD 0049 (0)40-88 90 100 Composting Toilet Art-Nr.4603-001 www.toplicht.de Notkestraße 97 · 22607 Hamburg OPTIONS For enhanced capacity and convenience, consider these options for your Composting Toilet. All items are avail- NATURE’S HEAD ® able for purchase on our website www.NaturesHead.net, from our distributors, or by phone at 251-295-3043.
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