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2. Use and maintenance
2.1 Before use
Put a layer about 5 cm thick (about 20 l) of Biolan Compost and Toilet
Bulking Material onto the intermediate bottom of the Biolan Populett in
order to prevent the liquid separation system from getting clogged. If the
toilet is to be used in urine-separating mode, set the separating flap (part
8) into a position, where it directs the flow into the separating pipe. If the
unit is to be used in seep-liquid-separating mode, leave the flap on the
separating pipe (Fig. 2).
2.2 Adjusting the disc valve in the
seat top
Ventilation of the Biolan Populett is controlled by means of the disc valve
(parts 5 and 6) in the seat top.
Keep the disc valve open during summer to ensure the ventilation re-
mains efficient and the evaporation of liquids intensive. Keep the disc
valve almost closed during winter to reduce heat loss from the compost.
When the toilet is not in use, keep the seat lid closed to ensure correct
operation of the ventilation.
2.3 What can be placed in the
Populett toilet?
The Populett is intended for composting toilet waste. Do not put into
the toilet anything that hampers the composting process or does not
compost, such as:
• debris, sanitary towels
• chemicals, lime
• detergents, washing water
• ash, cigarette butts, matches
2.4 Using bulking material and the
Compostmixer
Every time after the toilet is used, apply approximately 0.2-0.5 litres of
Biolan Compost and Toilet Bulking Material over the left matter. Applying
suitable bulking material is essential for proper operation of the toilet.
We recommend using the Biolan Compost and Toilet Bulking Material
as bedding. This efficiently absorbs odours and keeps the toilet compost
airy.
To extend the emptying interval of the toilet, use the Compostmixer to
loosen the toilet mass and to smoothen out any uneven filling. Move the
Compostmixer inside the mass to and fro several times in all directions.
Use the Compostmixer as required, however at least after every 10-15
times of use. After use, leave the Compostmixer in its lower position
inside the ventilation pipe (Fig. 4).
2.5 Year-round use of the toilet
The toilet waste freezes in frost. Freezing damages neither the unit nor
the compost mass. Decomposing of the compost mass will continue
when the air temperature rises. The capacity of the toilet can be in-
creased by utilising the urine-separating functionality of the Populett.
Empty he liquid tank in the autumn, and observe its filling level to pre
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vent it from cracking due to freezing.
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