The Tumbleweed Compost Maker is an above-ground tumbling bin which rotates on a solid stainless-steel axis. Use kitchen, lawn and garden scraps to produce earthy compost in as little as 21 days!
This product was easy to assemble. It took about 15 minutes. The compact size and vertical rotation feature makes it easy to store in small areas. The 4 week composting time makes it convenient to start a new mulch cycle every time the lawn is mowed. The spin feature makes it easy to mix the contents and thus speeds up the composting process.
Gardeners have long been aware of the benefits of adding rich organic nutrients to the soil by composting. Now, thanks to the Tumbleweed Compost Maker, backyard and urban gardeners of all ages and abilities can compost quickly and cleanly.
The composter has two animal-resistance twist lock vented lids at either end that allow for easy filling and emptying of the bin while producing maximum aeration.
The patented design of the Tumbleweed Compost Maker takes the work out of composting by featuring a vertical tumbling action with dual-end, twist lock, animal-resistant vented lids which allow for easy filling and emptying of the bin, while producing maximum aeration.
The solid stainless steel axis of the Tumbleweed Compost Maker creates an aerobic action that enables a quick and odorless form of composting. Put your kitchen and yard waste to work for you with a daily spin producing up to 8 cubic feet of earthy dark brown compost in as little as 21 days, without the need for any chemical starter!
Constructed of UV-protected polypropylene plastic in a handsome hunter green, the assembled Tumbleweed Compost Maker stands 46” high, 26” wide, 34”inches deep, and weighs just 22 lbs. (assembled in about 15 minutes).
Features:
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Grass clippings composted easily either on their own or mixed with other ingredients.
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At least four loads of compost can be produced in the time it takes traditional methods to produce one.
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Rugged construction withstands hard climates.
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Center aeration rod produces fast results.
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Work up to 4x faster than traditional methods.
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Patented easy-spine access.
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Dual-end lids for easy access.
Specifications:
• Assembled Height is 46"
• Width is 26"
• Depth 34"
• Weight is 22lb
• High impact UV treated polypropylene
• Galvanized steel tube, as used in swimming pools
• Stainless steel central breaker bar
• Zinc plated steel fasteners
• All components recyclable
Assembling your bin Parts Identification
a. Legs x 4
b. Dowels x 2
c. Elbows x 2
d. Centre Shaft assembly
e. Drum Joining assembly x 16(screws, washers and nuts)
Stage 1
Remove nuts from Centre Shaft assembly (d) and fit elbows (c) with indent facing out. Refit nuts and tighten each end using two spanners turning in opposite directions until nuts lock.
Stage 2
Locate Centre Shaft assembly in one of the bearing grooves of one drum.
Stage 3
Assemble drum by placing second half on top of first half, making sure to locate the bearing grooves. Join halves together using Drum Joining assembly.
Stage 4
Assemble both sets of legs (a) together by fitting dowel into short part of the leg and pressing together. Repeat for second set.
Stage 5
Fit one leg set to elbows by pressing "U" together to allow entry to elbows.
Stage 6
Fit second leg set to elbows by same method.
Stage 7
Lift Tumbleweed Compost maker onto stand
Easy Tumble Action
For an easy tumbling action LIFT and PUSH at the same time.
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