Welcome to Sustainable Living with the Bokashi Organko 2

About the Bokashi Organko 2

Welcome to the world of sustainable development and creating a new life. By purchasing the BOKASHI ORGANKO 2, you have become a proud owner of a kitchen composter, which will help you to change your own habits and help to preserve our planet.

Thank you for your trust. We advise you to read this manual carefully before the first use. We are convinced that it will serve you well and provide you with a new resource for life.

For more information, visit our website www.skaza.com or contact us at bo@skaza.com or call +386 3 896 36 00.

Watch our video to see the BOKASHI ORGANKO 2 in action: ▶️ Watch Video

For Arabic content: ? Bokashi Organko 2 (Arabic)

What is the Bokashi Organko 2?

This next-generation kitchen composter is more than just another kitchen utensil. With its design, it allows sustainable behavior in every household. The rotting process is the most common cause for the formation of unpleasant odors in our waste. In the BOKASHI ORGANKO 2, the bio-waste does not rot; by adding the bio-bran, we ensure that waste is fermented without any unpleasant odors. By adding the bran, we prevent the formation of unpleasant odors, the decaying process, and consequently the attraction of insects.

The BOKASHI ORGANKO 2 helps you to establish beneficial fermentation, to obtain the basis for first-class compost and high-quality Bokashi liquid or manure. You can collect bio-waste in your kitchen for several weeks without taking it to an external waste unit. This composter, with its high-end design, suits well into every kitchen. Use it where it's most convenient – on your kitchen counter!

Package Contents:

• A – Cover
• B – Presser
• C – Inner container
• D – Housing
• E – Carrying band
• F – Tap
• + Dosage container

Bokashi bran (1 kg) is included only if indicated on the declaration label on the packaging.

In the set package, quantities of components, except for the dosage container and instructions, are doubled.

Dimensions (H/W/D): 34/24/24 cm

Volume: 9.6 L

Instructions for Use

1. Spread 20 ml of bran on the bottom of the composter before every first use.
2. Cut larger pieces of waste into smaller pieces before putting them in. Put the waste into the composter.
3. For each new layer of waste, add 20 ml of bran. For larger quantities of waste, add more bran. We suggest 20 ml for every 5 cm of waste.
4. Use the presser to press down the waste and squeeze out the air, then cover the waste with the lid.
5. Prepare a container for the Bokashi liquid. Before unscrewing the tap, tilt the composter in the opposite direction to the tap, then unscrew it for 45 degrees. Then drain the liquid.
6. Fill the composter to approximately 5 cm under the edge. Empty the contents into a container for bio-waste or close the contents for two weeks to get the base for first-class compost. In this case, deposit the contents on the compost or bury it in the soil. The Bokashi liquid should be drained regularly.
7. For set users: During the fermentation process that takes place in one composter, use the other one for collecting current bio-waste.

What belongs in the Bokashi Organko 2 kitchen composter?

You can dispose of almost all bio-waste in the BOKASHI ORGANKO 2. It is advisable to cut larger pieces of food into smaller pieces, as this will contribute to a more effective fermentation process.

✅ It IS ALLOWED to put the following food into the BOKASHI ORGANKO 2:

• Fruit and vegetables, citrus and banana peels
• Prepared food, cooked and raw meat
• Cheese, Fish, yoghurt
• Eggs, smaller bones, bread
• Coffee grounds, tea bags
• Faded Flowers
• Smaller amount of tissues

❌ You may NOT put the following items into the BOKASHI ORGANKO 2:

• FLUIDS: vinegar, juice, milk, oil, water
• OTHER: big bones, ashes, animal feces

What do you gain with the use of the Bokashi Organko 2?

Bokashi Bran

The natural bio-waste bran (known under the name Bokashi) is a mixture of bran, mixed with molasses (sugar and water), enriched with useful microorganisms (lactic acid bacteria, yeasts, photosynthetic organisms, actinomycetes, and enzymatically active mushrooms), which initiates the fermentation process and prevents the decay of waste in the BOKASHI ORGANKO 2. After the fermentation process has finished, the bio-waste retains all important nutrients (especially nitrogen), which would have been lost with decay. Fermented bio-waste is a raw material for first-class compost.

Bokashi Liquid

Fermentation is a natural process of decomposing bio-waste with microorganisms without any unpleasant odors. The waste is decomposing and does not decay, thus it retains all vitamins and minerals. To achieve this process, it is necessary to add bran (known as Bokashi) every time you add a new layer of waste. This decomposes all the waste, as well as some pesticides and other harmful substances, into environment-friendly elements.

Uses for Bokashi Liquid:

• An undiluted: Suitable for maintenance of drains and septic tank sanitation, and can be very useful for controlling weeds.
• A diluted: With water, it is a useful nutrient for watering indoor plants and garden plants. (Ratio: 1:200, i.e., 1 dl of liquid per 20 L of water).

Resource for a First-Class Compost

The presence of natural microorganisms in an ecological bran triggers a fermentation process in the compost, whereby bio-waste keeps all important nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Some pesticides and other harmful compounds decompose into environment-friendly materials. The mixture of fermented bio-waste represents a first-class resource for the further preparation of compost suitable for food production.

Maintenance Instructions

It is recommended to rinse the BOKASHI ORGANKO 2 kitchen composter for organic waste under running water without any cleaning agents, as they may destroy the effective microorganisms and natural environment within the composter.

Opening of the Inner Container – Disassembly

The BOKASHI ORGANKO 2 composter must be disassembled and cleaned upon every emptying. Simply press both buttons, pull the INNER container upwards, and then remove it from the housing. When inserting the inner container into the housing, pay attention to the position of the buttons, which must match the holes on the housing. Keep pushing the internal part until the buttons are in the original position.

[Diagram Description: Three steps illustrating the disassembly and reassembly of the inner container: 1. Press the two release buttons inwards. 2. Lift the inner container upwards. 3. Insert the inner container back into the housing until it clicks.]

Cleaning with a Presser

Correct application of the presser: During the pressing procedure, the presser must be fully extended and in a horizontal position. Push it downwards, press the waste down, and remove as much air as possible. CAUTION: Do not use force to push down the presser aggressively! To remove the presser, take the longer part of the shank and pull it upwards without pressing it together. The presser will divide in half, making it easier to remove from the composter.

Use as a scraper: A fully bent presser may be used as an accessory to clean the composter after removing the content. Simply bend the presser and scrape the walls of the composter.

Handle / Band

Two positions are possible for use as a handle jointly on one button during use. However, it is necessary to use both buttons for carrying when transporting the composter to the discharge location. The weight distributes better and allows for easier carrying.

Cautions and Frequently Asked Questions

Cautions:

• The waste mixture in the BOKASHI ORGANKO 2 kitchen composter, Bokashi liquid, and Bokashi bran are not suitable for consumption.
• The lid may not be used as a cutting board but only for the disposal of waste.
• Suitable for dishwashing at a maximum temperature of 55°C or in eco mode.
• Do not expose the product to direct sunlight and low temperatures.

Frequently Asked Questions

For answers to common questions, visit: www.skaza.com/useful-tips/frequently-asked-questions