Motor, OGO Origin

How Can I Tell If the Motor in My OGO™ Origin Is Actually Working

Posted by
On June 18, 2025
0

If your agitator isn’t spinning, don’t stress—it’s easy to pinpoint the cause, and we’re here to walk you through it.

Step 1: Bypass the timer and send power straight to the motor.

Connect the motor wires directly to your 12V power supply. We show you how in the video.

If the motor spins counterclockwise right away—it’s good.

If the motor works, the issue is elsewhere.

That rules out the motor. Next possible causes:

  • Loose wiring

  • Stripped cog

  • Faulty timer

If the motor doesn’t spin—it’s the motor.

We’ll help you get a replacement sorted.

Covered under warranty?

If you purchased from us directly, you’ve got a 3-year warranty.

Amzon Store Shopabble Image-png

Related Articles
    Related Products
    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    80L Bio-Bags (Roll of 20)

    $29.70
    Add to cart

    Ideal for disposing of solids from the main base safely. These Bio-Bags fit over the top of the base and make emptying simple, their make up is such that they will completely compost. There are 2o bags in roll.

    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    BioStreme 111F – Foaming Odour Neutralizer

    Price range: $100.35 through $1,592.00
    Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page

    BIOSTREME 111F FOAMING MICRONUTRIENT CONCENTRATE provides a convenient solution to manage surfaces where noxious odours are generated.

    BioStreme 201 - ideal for waste water treatment
    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    BioStreme 201 – Micro-nutrient Odour Control

    Price range: $131.00 through $1,881.45
    Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page

    An engineered micronutrient blend specifically designed to enhance microbial activity of wastewater treatment processes.Stimulates growth and reporduction of beneficial non-odour producing facultative bacteria in a cost-effective manner. It reduces bacterial stress and generation of odours from a variety of wastewaters, including Leachate Lagoons and Holding tanks.

    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    Coir Peat Brick

    Price range: $8.50 through $47.00
    Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page

    Used in the Nature's Head and OGO™ toilet to aid in the composting process.

    Learn more about this process in our article about Using The Solids Bin.

    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    Compost Toilet Cleaner and Stimulator

    Price range: $19.90 through $69.50
    Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page

    This product will help keep the bowl clean and prevent build up on the bowl.

    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    Extra 1.5m Venting Hose

    $61.60
    Add to cart

    Extra vent hose of 1.5m length with 2 ends.

    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    Extra Liquids Bottle (Nature’s Head)

    $109.80
    Add to cart

    Purchase an extra liquids bottle for the Nature's Head Composting Toilet.

    Hydro Foamer Sprayer
    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    HydroFoamer Sprayer – 2.8L

    $183.80
    Add to cart

    The 2.8L HydroFoamer Sprayer offers an easy automatic dilution with convenient control of where and how solution is applied.

    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    Marine Solar Vent with Lithium Cell

    $186.00
    Add to cart

    EG technics P/L have developed a new generation low profile stainless steel solar vent for boats, caravans and motor-homes.

    Fully automatic operation powered by solar energy with a bigger and higher output solar panel.

    No wiring, no plugs, no noise, and once installed no running cost whatsoever.

    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    Nature’s Head 12 Volt DC Power Adaptor

    $34.70
    Add to cart

    240 Volt AC to 12 Volt DC power adaptor to run fan where 240 Volt power is available.

    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    Nature’s Head Composting Toilet

    $1,895.00
    Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page

    Select handle type.

    Quick view
    Add to wishlist

    Nature’s Head Extra Base, Lid and Handle

    $510.00
    Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page

    Complete base with vented lid for storage or extra capacity. Agitator and hinge is pre-installed for rapid change out. Handle is included.

      Newer
      How to Replace the Motor in the OGO™ ORIGIN
      Back to list
      Older Why Isn’t My Motor Turning in the OGO™ ORIGIN Compost Toilet.