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title: How to Realign the Hinge Pin on Your OGO™ ORIGIN Compost Toilet
description: If your OGO™ ORIGIN lid feels off-center or wobbly, it’s probably just a slightly misaligned hinge pin—and it’s a super simple fix.
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# How to Realign the Hinge Pin on Your OGO™ ORIGIN Compost Toilet

## If your OGO™ ORIGIN lid feels off-center or wobbly, it’s probably just a slightly misaligned hinge pin—and it’s a super simple fix.

#### What You’ll Need

- A small hammer or mallet
- A flat surface
- Maybe a bit of patience (but not much)

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#### Quick Fix Steps

1. **Check the Pin Position**  
   Look at both ends of the hinge pin. If one side is sticking out more than the other, it needs to be centered.
2. **Tap It Back Into Place**  
   Use a small hammer or mallet to gently tap the longer end of the pin. Go slow—small taps are better than one big hit.
3. **Even It Out**  
   Keep tapping until the pin is evenly seated on both sides of the hinge. The lid should now move freely without shifting side to side.

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#### That’s It

Your hinge pin is back in place, your lid’s back to smooth operation, and your compost throne is fully functional again. No disassembly, no stress.

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