Frequently Asked Questions
Overview
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- General
- General
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What size pit do I require ?
You do not need a pit prepare a flat area about 2m x 2m free of debris, stick stones or any sharp object, grass is ok. -
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What capacity ?
3.2 cm digester with a 3cm gas holder and 1.8 cm Digester with a 1.5cM gas holder -
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Does the Company install ?
Yes -
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Does the price include installation ?
Yes -
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Does the Company deliver ?
Yes -
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How much time does it take to deliver and install ?
7 – 14 days working days -
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How long to install ?
2 Hr -
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Can you provide burners ?
Yes -
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Does the price include burner and gas pipe ?
Yes it does with a 15m flexible PVC gas pipe -
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When can I start using the gas?
Between 3 to 30 days depending on the nature of the salinity of water and weather. -
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How long does it burn ?
LFM 5-6 hr/Day, SHM 2-3hr/Day on a single burner when gasholder is full. -
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Can I use it for lighting also ?
Yes but Solar lighting is recommended. -
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Can the plastic be damaged/Puncture ?
Yes if done deliberately. -
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Can the gas holder be blown of or explode ?
No -
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Can I cover it ?
Not required exposure to maximum sun heat is favourable. -
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Where should the unit be located ?
As close to the point of use (kitchen) as is practical. -
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Is there any in use I can see ?
Yes -
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How long before I empty the slurry inside ?
No emptying required. -
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Can I use other dung other than cow ?
Yes but seek instructions first. -
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Can I use other feeds ?
Yes but seek instructions first. -
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Can I cook githeri ?
Yes ( soak overnight and pressure cookers reduce cooking time). -
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What is the feeding frequency ?
Once a day. -
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What is the lifespan ?
Expected lifespan is 30 years. -
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What if we do not get gas generated ?
Either there is a point leaking or the dung is contaminated and must be removed and fresh dung used. -
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What if gas generated does not burn ?
The methane making process is not yet complete and needs more time or the dung used is contaminated and must be removed and fresh dung used. -
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What if rainwater goes into the digester ?
Rainwater should not go into the feeding inlet, this should be covered during rains. Rain water in other areas will simply overflow. -
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What if inlet is blocked ?
Inlet can be unblocked. -
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What if contaminated material is used ?
Contaminated material can be flushed out without damaging the unit . -
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Are accessories (pipes, valves etc) available locally and easily ?
Yes -
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Is there after sales service ?
Yes 1 year free after sales service. -
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Do you provide guarantees or warranty ?
Yes 1 year -
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Do you provide finance / loan assistance ?
Loans are available from our partner banks. -
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Can the gas be stored ?
Yes but not with our system – It requires very large volumes of gas. -
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Can the gas be packaged and distributed ?
Yes but not with our system – It requires very large volumes of gas.
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Can the gas be packaged and distributed ?
Yes but not with our system – It requires very large