microgarden KC 300 Manuel utilisateur
KITCHEN COMPOSTER
BY MICROGARDEN
Instruction Manual
KC 300
MD-11300
Let’s get started !
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Important Safety Instructions
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Please read all accompanying instruction material before using your Composter.
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Ensure all electrical components (plug, cords) are kept away from water or other
liquids to protect against electrical shocks.
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Close supervision is necessary when composter is used by or near children.
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Always unplug the unit when not in use or before cleaning. When adding / remov-
ing parts (such as lters or the bucket) also ensure the unit is unplugged.
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If trying to clear a jam, do not use your hands or ngers and always ensure that
the composter is turned o and unplugged.
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Do not operate the composter if the cord or plug is damaged. Similarly, do not
operate if the composter malfunctions or is dropped or damaged. Please con-
tact the Microgarden support team kerry@microgarden.co.za for examination or
repair.
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Do not use any attachments not recommended or sold by Microgarden as these
could damage the composter or otherwise.
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This Composter is intended for household use only. Do not use the composter
outdoors.
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Do not let the electric cord hang over the side of the counter or table or touch hot
surfaces.
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Do not place the composter on or near a hot gas or electric burner or heated
oven.
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Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from any appliances which produce
heat.
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To disconnect the machine , turn the composter o, then remove the plug from
the wall outlet.
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Ensure that the composter sits on a at surface when in operation. To allow prop-
er air ow, make sure to place the composter at least 15cm away from walls and
in a well-ventilated space.
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Do not open the lid of the composter while it is running. Always turn o and un-
plug the composter before opening the lid.
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When the composter is not in use, always ensure the lid remains closed to pre-
vent items from falling into it.
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Do not use the composter for anything other than its intended use. Do not alter
or adapt the composter in any way.
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Do not lift lid while the composter is running. Heat warning – contents inside may
be hot.
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Do not ll the bucket more than 75% full to avoid risk of injury or damage to the
appliance.
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Do not immerse in water
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Do not touch the grinding blades when it is moving. Do not remove the bucket
and touch the motor coupler when it is moving.
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What’s in the box?
Manual
Composter
Carbon Filter
Disposal Bucket
Carbon Filter Cap
Get your composter ready !
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4 5
9
Remove the protective lm from
Carbon Filter
Open the Filter Lid
6 Insert the Carbon Filter into the Composter 7 Fit the Corban Filter Cap on the
Carbon lter
8 Close the lter lid Press the sides of the lid
until it is ush.
3 Remove the protective lm
and put the Disposal Bucket
back in the composter
2 Take out the Disposal Bucket
1 Press the OPEN BUTTON to
open the cover
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Dont’sDo’s
What can I put in my composter ?
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Fruit and vegetable scraps
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Food leftovers
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Plate scrapings
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Meat scraps
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Soft bones (sh)
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Soft shells (egg, shrimp)
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Coee lters, grounds
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Tea bags
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Soft peels
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Starches ( b re a d , p a s t a , r ic e ,
potatoes,cereals,oats and other
grains)
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Dairy products ( c h e e s e , y o g u r t )
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Houseplants,plants and owers
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Hard bones (chicken, beef, pork,
lamb )
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Cooking oils,grease,liquids
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Fruit pits(avocados, peaches,
apricots, nectarines, mango)
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Lined bags(chips,cookie,pet food)
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Soiled diapers, baby wipes
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Cigarettes
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Metal , plastic ,glass
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Foil wrap
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Alcohol
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Produce netting
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Styrofoam
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Pet waste
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Pineapple head
NOTE: Make sure to cut up rigid stems/ brous vegetables (e.g.:
ower stems, broccoli stems, kale stems etc.) so that they don’t get
stuck during grinding. If the bucket appears to be damaged from
the addition of any of the items listed on the don’t column, warranty
is void. See page 6 for recommodations.
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In ModerationCut up Prior
+- 10 cm
We recommend the following
Corn cobs & husk
Large fruit seeds
and peels
Dead plants/ower
stems and tougher
weeds
Fibrous herbs
(i.e. parsley & coriander ) Starches
(i.e. rice,bread,pasta,noodles,
cereals,grains...)
Whole fruits or a high ratio of
sugar-rich fruits.
Fibrous vegetables
(i.e. asparagus & celery )
Safely Connect the Com-
poster
4 Start a cycle by touching
the ON/OFF button for 2
seconds.
5
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Let’s get started
Press the OPEN BUTTON to
open the cover
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Add waste to the bucket
Close the lid
2
3
• Waste must t into the bucket without using force.
• Cut waste into smaller pieces if necessary.
• Fill the bucket to a max of 75% full.
• Do not ll all the way to the rim of the bucket.
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Normal Process
Phase 1 Drying Mode. During this cycle the
food waste is heated. The blade will
rotate periodically.
Drying / Grind Mode. During this
cycle the heating of the food waste
is continued . The blade will rotate
at full speed.This Process will last for
about 1.5.hours
Phase 3
Phase 2
Cooling & UV-C Mode. The food
waste is now dry and the process of
cooling and sterilisation starts.
Phase 4 Storage Mode. The food waste is now
ready to be used as a pre compost .
Turn o and unplug the composter.
The unit will sterilise from time to time
until unplugged or reset.
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How to care for your Composter
Cleaning your composter:
Cleaning your bucket:
Smart Self-Cleaning mode:
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To keep your composter at optimal performance, clean routinely.
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Ensure your composter is unplugged before cleaning.
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To wash the exterior of the composter simply wipe with a damp
dish cloth. If your composter is particularly dirty, add a small
amount of dish soap to your cleaning process.
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Finally use a dry cloth to remove excess moisture.
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Never submerge your composter under water. There are electrical
components, and any excess water would cause signicant dam-
age and could cause electric shock.
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The bucket can be easily removed and washed by hand or placed
in the dishwasher, for more thorough cleaning.
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Ensure the bucket is free from any excess dirt/particles before
placing in the dishwasher
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If placing in the dishwasher it should run on a hot cycle.
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As the bucket is made from steel , be sure to let it cool down be-
fore handling and placing it back inside the composter unit.
The Composter comes with a Smart Self-Cleaning Mode.
See instruction on page 10
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The Smart Self-Cleaning Mode
Activate the Smart
Self-Cleaning cycle
Pour water into the bucket
not more than 75% full
1 Put the bucket back into the
composter
2 2
Phase 1 UV-C Mode. During this cycle sterili-
sation starts and will last for 30 min
Phase 2 Cleaning Mode. During this cycle the
water will be heated for 30 min.
Phase 3 Storage Mode. The cycle is now
nished and the water can be careful-
ly disposed o.
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