There are a lot of factors that influence the composting process, like temperature, but the national standards recommend 12 months. In ideal conditions this time can be a lot shorter; for example, here in Queensland we have composted a full chamber in less than nine months. But we will always let the composting chamber sit for a minimum of 12 months to be safe and meet that standard.

Does it work in winter?

@@robertahlers3722 yes but you need to find a way to close the seat i got a new seat so no flys can get in it works fine with the fan also under the chamber is 3 holes you need to seal them as flys will get in from the outside that is what i have found out in the time i have had it but make sure the seat you buy has no gap like the one they give you the fan works fine with a seat with no gap the flys are tiny and can get in anywere you must make sure thay can not enter in side from the tolet or the out side i am sure the guys working there do not have this tolet as they have left gaps in it for the flys to get in i left message sfor them to get back to me so i can tell them how it works for me but they have not got back to me if they did i can tell them hoe to fix it so no flys get in that way you do not have top worry how your pile gos if you do it my way you will nevr have any flys inside

It may be possible. You may have to add a mesh screen on top of the drainage holes so the worms do not fall through.

Hi there, We have US distributor named Brightwater Tools. Currently, they are only selling the Nature Loo Alectura. To let them know your interest in the CM8, please submit a form through the US Nature Loo website (natureloo.com). Thank you

@@ecoflowm cool design! Cook County Minnesota includes year-round composting toilets in their ordinance, only they don't allow any drain tubes or pipes - it has to be totally contained with no overflow. Just mentioning that - the Clivus M1W out of U.S. is self-contained I think - but not as compact as your design. I ended up going with the C.R.A.P.P.E.R of the small social business, "Toilets for People" - just ordered it. I already have a Nature's Head. Legally if the sewage of solids from the toilet do not have contact with new sewage - for 12 months - then it's no longer septage. So I'm hoping by switching between the two toilets I can maintain that 12 month rotation. Also if the toilet is in a structure then you need a permit - and usually it's only allowed for a seasonal recreational building permit. But I plan to just keep the composting toilets in tents as shelters that get taken down every six months - and moved. I can do six month seasonal camping with no permit needed. I could possible get a year-round composting toilet permit from my county but I'd rather not worth risking the trouble - I talked to my county planner for sewage permits - he just did not understand composting. He preferred an incinerating toilet. I think I can keep my C.R.A.P.P.E.R. in a structure without it being a privy - since it has no overflow drain into the ground and more importantly I'm going to grow Oyster Mushrooms inside the toilet - aka a Myco-Toilet! It's been tested out at University of British Columbia - it gets rid of the smell and accelerates the composting rate. thanks - I technically have the structure registered as a mushroom farm building with the I.R.S.

@@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885 Very interesting! I've shared this with our R&D team who could do some research on mushroom biocomposites. Thank you for sharing :)

Hi there, We've just recently got a US distributor named Brightwater Tools. Currently they are only selling the Nature Loo Alectura. To let them know your interest in the CM14, please submit a form through the US Nature Loo website natureloo.com

Hi there, If you're asking about daily/weekly operation: With every liquid deposit, simply close the lid. With every solid deposit, add a handful of bulking agent and spray some enzyme solution around the pedestal. Or add a 2L bucket of bulking agent for every 10 solid deposits. We have a short animation on how to operate and maintain a composting toilet tank: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmqsqJpvq6aUrtU For more info, here's a link to the CM8 operation and maintenance manual: ecoflo.com.au/user-guides/clivus-multrum-1/132-cm8-next-gen-operation-and-maintenance-manual/file To make this video a bit easier to navigate, I've added chapters/timestamps in the description. Between 1:43 to 4:22, Peter explains how the CM8 has been designed to optimise the composting process. Between 4:22 and 6:36, he explains how to start and empty the toilet, and the 5 factors of composting. 0:00 Intro 0:19 Tools required 0:24 Unboxing 1:43 Wicks 2:13 Vent pipes 2:30 Excess fluids drain (AKA leachate drain) 2:43 Baffle 2:51 Foam tape 3:04 Attaching the lid 3:31 Burial and optional anchor kit 3:49 Maintenance hatch 4:22 Compost starter bed 4:52 The 5 main factors of composting 5:35 Removing compost Hope this helps! If you have any more questions, please contact our sales team via 1300138182 or [email protected]

To answer your question, you may find Amie Forbes' (in the video) social media channels and contact details on her website amieforbes.com

Yes. We recommend the Porcelain Palisade or Pandora pedestal which does not divert urine for those who want to compost. This urine diverting pedestal is generally only offered for those expecting excessive liquid deposits in their smaller batch composting toilet systems.

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Should be, as long as you can gain the required height.

Absolutely! The large capacity, ventilation, and drainage make the CM14 a very efficient composter. So, the extra moisture from a bidet won't harm that composting process at all.

A leachate drain is just an absorption trench, not another filtration system

@@ecoflowm Cook County Minnesota allows year-round composting toilets - but have special setbacks if there's a "drain tube" As the code states, "Acceptable means of composting toilets are: A. Manufactured composting toilets = no overflow drain."

Hi Douglas, The composting microbes do go into hibernation when they reach freezing temperatures like that. But the tank insulates the composting pile so it can retain its heat for a while. It is impacted by a lot of other factors as well, such as moisture, usage, and sunlight. A heater pad can always be installed to keep the composting warm if need be. I recommend getting in contact with our sales team on 1300 138 182 or emailing [email protected] to talk through your specific requirements.

The chambers take an average of 6 months to fill and then need to be swapped over. We recommend regular mixing of the in-use chamber once a week

You can't recognise any original material in this video, including feces, toilet paper, or bulking agent. This is because it all breaks down through the composting process. So yes, you absolutely can put toilet paper into a composting toilet! It can actually be a useful visual indicator of the composting process

Hi Arthur, compost toilets can be a bit complicated and difficult to wrap your head around. They're so different from the flushing toilets that we are all used to! This is great, because we aren't wasting potable water and we can actually get a rich fertiliser as a result. But we are always here to help and answer any questions that you have

@ecoflowastewatermanagement3756 Im interested in setting up cabins on undeveloped lots and your product and a gray water system would be great. Digging huge septic systems seems overkill regulation wise and scale wise. I'd like to see a compost model tested with red (compost) worms and an electric incinerator attachment for the liquid excess effluent.

@@arthurh1969 Well, the regulations can vary a lot depending on where you are and what you're doing. But a greywater system compliments the compost toilet really well, so you're on the right track! The toilet being displayed in this video is certified to Australian and New Zealand Standards 1546.2, with the leachate drain shown. Most liquids are absorbed into the composting pile, what's not absorbed drains through that false floor - the leachate will evaporate or drain through the purple hose. So no need to waste energy on incineration

Hi Barbara, It happens! 💩 If you're coming from a flushing toilet and you're not used to managing waste, a compost toilet can take some time to get used to. That's why we have a team of sales and customer service reps available to answer any questions you have and support you if there are any hiccups along the way. Remember that the manufacturers train these guys, so don't hesitate to ask ANY questions! You can get a hold of them at [email protected] or on 1300 138 182

Thanks, Nigel! We are very proud of how far Clivus Multrum has grown over the years. We have worked on a couple of projects in PNG, such as the Nusa Island Retreat and for the community on the island of Rambutyo.

Hi Laura, Haha, thanks for your comment! The CM14 and CM40 are surely almost big enough to be seafaring vessels on their own. But I can't in good conscience recommend sailing around in one of these tubs ⛵ If, however, you're looking to put one onto a vessel it really depends on how much space you have to work with. I recommend getting in contact with our sales team on 1300 138 182 or emailing [email protected] to talk through your specific requirements

Hi cesar tabasa, this is just a short video on how to remove the compost from the chamber. We have other videos showcasing our range of composting toilets including features and how they work. Basically, composting is an aerobic process, meaning that the microbes require a balance of moisture and oxygen as well as carbon and nitrogen to thrive. You can find more information on our website: www.ecoflo.com.au/blog/

Hi Tommy, we are sorry to hear that you have had trouble with the installation of your pedestal. We are happy to walk you through the installation if you need help, just give the team a call on 1300 138 182 or email us at [email protected]

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Hi Muz! The chute extends below the rim of the lid, the lid stays in place on the chute (you can slide this up and down) and you can roll the chamber out from underneath. That Nature Loo Classic 750 is a discontinued model, you can see the difference between the old and new designs here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHm8oGCIi9hkoqs

@@ecoflowm I just watched it again and see why I was confused. I see now that you had the lid in place, which is why you added 20mm. In the instructions, it says to measure from the top of the chamber and remove an extra 20mm. I just finished installing my classic 650 yesterday (purchased 18+ months ago) and the fan is super loud. I can hear it in every room and it’s right outside where I will be sleeping. It’s louder than the pool pump. Is there a quieter fan available?

@@Grumpyoldtwit The voltage on the 12V power adaptor/transformer (www.ecoflo.com.au/products#!/12V-Power-Adaptor-Transformer/p/55975374) is adjustable, so the fan can be turned down. Noise can be caused by many aspects of the installation though, such as empty space or unsecured vent pipes (which can create echoing or act as an amplifier). If you're after technical support, you can call our friendly team for advice on 1300 138 182 or email [email protected] and they'll be happy to walk through some troubleshooting options with you

Hi Mav, we never recommend putting the compost where it could come in contact with edibles. But citrus trees will thrive on the nitrogen in the compost! You've got to remember that the composting process removes pathogens from human waste (because human faeces is classed as a toxic material) and that you are never handling waste directly. But it's important to always take safety precautions like using protective equipment and placing the compost to avoid contact with edibles or foot traffic

@@ecoflowm didn't this video has them on tomato plants

@@Mav_F not quite, the tomato plants just naturally grew inside the composting chamber after someone had eaten tomato with their lunch 💩

@@ecoflowm well is someone going eat those tomatoes after? Your channel isn't the only channel showing food growing. All good. Have a great one

@@Mav_F The plant in this instance did grow big enough to flower, but no fruit were grown or consumed. This was our display model that had been left out, which didn't smell and was rich enough to support the growth of plants from the seeds that survived the digestive process

Hi Jack! Yes, this pedestal is designed to be installed flush against the wall so you can run a bead of silicone around the edges and achieve that nice modern finish. The pedestal comes with the A3 template to line up against the wall and use as a guide for the fittings. In this video, we have used a display table so that you can see the whole process easily (we actually still use this very table for demonstrations when we attend trade shows!)

@@ecoflowm that's great, thanks for letting me know. I'll be getting one in due course when we're ready to move our existing composter.

Jack Be careful when trying to install these up against a wall as you may find that with the template you can be led up the garden path.

Hi Graham, Thanks for contacting us. Unfortunately, the model you have does not come with these inclusions, the model that comes with a compost mixer and rake is the CMLP or CMHP. For some instructions for use, once the chamber is full, you can cover the contents with a bulking agent down the pedestal to cover up the waste pile. You can then remove the chamber and put it aside for the pile to compost. Please allow 6 months for it to become fully composted. Any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us on 1300 138 182. Thanks. Kind regards, Ecoflo

Hi Dan, it can be ordered from our website: ecoflo.com.au/products/by-capacity/medium-capacity-4-8-people#!/Clivus-Multrum%E2%84%A2-High-Profile-CM-HP-with-Porcelain-Palisade/p/167024839/category=63797066 Thanks.

Thanks for the reminder! There is a ventilation system required. Here is the installation manual for your reference. ecoflo.com.au/clivus-multrum-1/94-cm-lp-manual/file. We will be doing another video for the vent system installation. Thank you.