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Worm Farm Assembly Guides

Flat-Pack Assembly Instructions

Assemble your Worms Downunder Worm Mod with ease! This sturdy, adjustable system ensures optimal composting with a leachate tank, scraper system, and secure panels — perfect for sustainable waste management and nutrient-rich castings.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preparation

Select a location where the worm farm is shaded from full sun and protected from the west. Ensure the ground is level and firm before beginning assembly.

Tools Required

  • Stanley knife
  • Rubber mallet
  • M6 Allen key
  • 10mm spanner
  • 12mm spanner
  • Impact driver/drill or screwdriver with Phillips head bit

Box 1: Frame Assembly

Contents

Parts:

  • 2x Side sub-assemblies
  • 1x 1004p tube
  • 3x 1010p tubes
  • 16x Joiner hole plugs
  • 2x Angle plates (to be assembled later)

Hardware:

  • Joiner hole plug bag

Tools to Use:

  • Rubber mallet

Frame Assembly

Locate and identify parts:

  • Find the 1004p tube (numbers are laser-etched onto parts).
  • Determine the front of the worm farm by locating the pre-assembled buttons.

Assemble 1004p tube:

  • Position it at the back of the worm farm with small holes facing outward (not upwards or downwards) Note: The panels will be assembled onto the frame via these holes.
  • Tap into place using a rubber mallet.

Install 1010p panels:

  • Attach them to the remaining joiners, ensuring holes face outward.

Attach the second side sub-assembly:

  • Align with the joiners and use a rubber mallet to secure them.

TIP: Start all joiners with the mallet before making a second pass to ensure a firm connection.

Stand the worm farm upright.

Insert joiner hole plugs:

  • Locate 16x joiner hole plugs and install them in the following locations:
  • Internal face: Top, middle, and bottom of each leg.
  • External face: Bottom hole.

For single-unit assembly: Insert joiner hole buttons.

Retrieve Box 3 and remove the Fastener and Accessories box.

Adjustable Feet Assembly

  1. Locate feet and tube inserts.
  2. Thread feet into tube insert until flush.
  3. Use a rubber mallet to tap the foot into the leg.
  4. Note: The threaded feet allow for height adjustments to level the worm farm. Adjust feet height after assembly is complete and the farm is in its final location.

Box 2: Scraper System & Leachate Tank Assembly

Contents

Parts:

  • 1x Scraper system frame
  • 2x Scraper system blades
  • 1x Leachate tank
  • 11x Bedding angles
  • 2x Worm cast trays (to be installed later)

Hardware (Located in Box 3):

  • 1x Leachate tank hardware bag
  • 1x Scraper system hardware bag
  • 1x Plate hardware bag

Tools to Use:

  • Impact driver

Leachate Tank Assembly

  1. Pre-assemble split washers and regular washers onto 16x M4 x 10mm screws.
  2. Slide the leachate tank into position, ensuring the hole is at the front.
  3. Secure with screws in the four corners first, then install the remaining screws.

Scraper System Assembly

  1. Pre-assemble split washers and flat washers onto screws.
  2. Secure scraper blades to the scraper system frame with screws at both ends first.
  3. Install remaining screws.
  4. Slide the scraper system onto plastic angles.
  5. Ensure the round bar handle is at the front of the worm farm.

Angle Plate Assembly

  1. Retrieve angle plates from Box 1 and locate the Plate Hardware bag (16x M4 x 16mm screws).
  2. Align plates at the back of the worm farm and secure with screws.
  3. TIP: Pull the scraper system forward to stabilize the plate.
  4. Repeat fastening on the front plate.
  5. Install 11x bedding angles into plates.

Box 3: Lid & Panel Assembly

Contents

Parts:

  • 1x Front panel sub-assembly
  • 1x Lid sub-assembly
  • 1x Back panel
  • Fasteners and Accessories box

Hardware:

  • Panel hardware bag
  • Hinge hardware bag

Tools to Use:

  • Impact driver
  • M10 spanner

Lid Assembly

  1. Attach hinges: Thread M6 x 45mm bolts into hinge before assembling onto the 1004p panel (back of worm farm).
  2. Secure using M6 washers and nyloc nuts (finger-tight).
  3. Tighten nyloc nuts with a spanner.
  4. Install lid: Place it on top with lockable latch hooks at the front.
  5. Assemble M6 bolts, washers, and nyloc nuts.
  6. Peel off protective film from the lid panel.

Back & Front Panel Assembly

  • Attach the back panel using pre-assembled washers and screws, ensuring the gasket contacts the aluminum frame.
  • Hang the front panel on lockable latch hooks before securing it with screws.

Box 4: Side Panel & Final Assembly

Contents

Parts:

  • 2x Side panels

Hardware:

  • Panel hardware bag

Tools to Use:

  • Impact driver

Side Panel Assembly

  1. Remove the protective film.
  2. Install screws into the top corners first, followed by bottom corners.
  3. Secure the remaining screws and tighten.
  4. Install gas struts: Use a 12mm spanner to fasten struts into designated holes (thicker tube attaches to lid, thinner tube attaches to frame).

Additional Components

  • Misting Head: Insert through panel and screw hose connection onto the misting head thread.
  • Leachate Tap: Assemble rubber washers and secure through the tank hole. Tighten the lock nut and remove the bung.
  • Worm Cast Trays: Slide trays into slots with finger holes facing the front.

Final Steps

  • Single Unit: Move to final location and level using adjustable feet.
  • Multiple Units: Follow the video guide to join additional units.
  • Lid Alignment: Adjust feet if the lid does not sit squarely.