🚪 Getting to Know Your Reencle Prime — Lid DesignUpdated an hour ago

Overview

The Reencle Prime features a dual-lid design. The small lid is for everyday use, opening/closing automatically via the foot sensor or Open button. 

The large lid opens manually and is used for maintenance, larger inputs, or when the lid needs to stay open without time restriction. 

Small Lid

Opening Options

• Foot sensor: Slowly move your foot or hand toward the sensor from the front of the unit, as if covering it — motion detection triggers the lid to open.
• Open button: Press the Open button on the top panel to trigger the same function.
• Auto-close: The lid stays open 7–10 seconds (fixed, not adjustable) before closing automatically, or press the Open button once to close it immediately.

❕ Tips for Better Sensor Recognition

• Keep a moderate distance — too close may prevent detection.
• Avoid rapid or waving motion near the sensor.
• Bare feet or light-colored footwear are recommended; dark shoes may reduce sensitivity.

⚠️ Do not force the small lid shut during the auto-open cycle — this can strain and damage the lid and cover motor.

⚠️ Keep a 1-meter radius in front of the foot sensor clear of objects or reflective surfaces (glass, mirrors), which can trigger unintended openings.
⚠️ Never insert foam or objects into the foot sensor — this causes continuous false detection, leading to repeated unintended openings and potential motor damage over time.

Large Lid

Used for:

• Scooping out finished compost
• Adding larger volumes of food scraps, or keeping the lid open without time limit
• Inspecting or manually mixing microbes
• Maintenance and cleaning

Diagonal measurement: 33cm (~13 in). 

Opening: Manual only — lifts by hand, stays open as long as needed.

Safety Design

A built-in magnetic sensor stops the stirring rod whenever either lid is open, resuming rotation ~10–15 seconds after the lid is fully closed. This is a permanent, non-disable safety feature.

💡 If the small lid won't open via sensor or button, the unit may be in Lock Level 1 or 2. 

Check the indicator lights and refer to: 👉 Getting to Know Your Reencle Prime — Buttons & Controls: Lock Feature