Switching from a standard RV toilet to a compost toilet is simpler than you think.
What You Need
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OGO™ ORIGIN Compost Toilet
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OGO™ Compost Toilet Flange Adapter (sold separately)
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OGO™ Urine Drain Kit (optional if you want to bypass the bottle)
- OGO™ Riser Plate (optional if keeping flange)
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Wrench
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Phillips screwdriver
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Waterline caps
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Rubber gloves
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PVC glue (optional for sealing)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Remove the Old Toilet
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Turn off your RV’s water supply.
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Disconnect the water line. Cap it to avoid leaks.
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Unbolt the toilet from the floor flange.
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Lift it out and clear the area. Gloves recommended.
2. Prep the Flange
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Clean up the flange and surrounding floor.
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Cap or cover the flange using the OGO™ Compost Toilet Flange Adapter.
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Optional: Use PVC glue for extra odor seal.
3. Install the OGO™ ORIGIN
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Set the OGO™ in place over the capped flange.
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Secure it using brackets or bolts as needed.
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If using a Drain Kit, run the urine line to your gray tank or external container.
4. Finish Up
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Connect power to the 12V fan system.
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Check venting. Make sure the vent hose is properly routed outside.
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Double-check stability. Done.
Common Questions (and Straight Answers)
What Happens to My Black Tank?
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It stays empty if you're only using the OGO™.
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You can reroute the urine line into the black tank if you want.
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Otherwise, just leave it alone — no harm done.
- You can remove the black tank all together if desired.
Do I Need to Rip Out Plumbing?
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Nope.
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Just cap the water line and adapt or seal the drain.
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You can easily switch back to a flush toilet later if you want.
Will It Smell?
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No — if installed right.
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The OGO™ separates liquids and solids and runs a constant low-power vent.
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No sitting sewage = no nasty smells.
How Do I Handle the Waste?
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Liquids: Empty the container or drain it to the black tank.
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Solids: After weeks of use, empty composted material into the trash.
Pro Tips
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Use good composting material like coco coir. Don’t skip it.
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Keep the vent fan running. It’s low power but crucial.
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Inspect fittings after rough drives. It’s rare, but worth checking.