Automated Pet Care Products litter-robot open air User manual

Instruction Manual
The Self-Cleaning Litter Box
that Really Works!

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Table of Contents
Important – Read This First............................................. 3
Introduction.................................................................... 4
Unpacking Your Litter-Robot............................................ 5
Getting Your Cat to Use the Litter-Robot .......................... 8
Components and Features..............................................11
Control Panel - Button Functions.....................................11
Power Button................................................................................11
Cycle Button .................................................................................12
Empty Button................................................................................13
Reset Button.................................................................................14
Control Panel - Indicator Lights.......................................15
Cat Sensor.....................................................................16
Drawer Full Indicator......................................................17
Automatic Night Light.....................................................17
Bonnet ..........................................................................18
Internal Shield and Key ..................................................19
Step Mat .......................................................................19
8-Hour Sleep Mode ........................................................19
Wait Time Setting ..........................................................20
Control Panel Lockout ....................................................21
Battery Backup ..............................................................21
Use & Care....................................................................23
Safety Features..............................................................28
Money-Back Guarantee and Warranty .............................30
Customer Service...........................................................31
Frequently Asked Questions............................................32
Troubleshooting.............................................................37

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Important – Read This First
•The Litter-Robot is not recommended for kittens, or small
cats that weigh less than 2.5kg.
•Always be sure that each cat in your household is heavy
enough to activate the Cat Sensor before you let the Litter-
Robot operate in Automatic Mode.
•Make sure the Litter-Robot is placed on a level firm surface.
Placing the Litter-Robot on deep carpet may affect the
sensitivity of the unit.
•Do not put anything in the Globe other than clumping cat
litter. You can use water and soap to clean the Globe.
•Do not force your cat into the Litter-Robot.
•Do not sit on, or place anything on the Litter-Robot.
•Do not remove the Globe or Bonnet while unit is rotating.
•Do not turn power on if Globe is removed as hair or fingers
can get caught or pinched in the turning gear.
•Do not wet or submerge the Base and/or Bonnet.

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Litter-Robot
Open Air , the self-
cleaning litter box
that really works!
At AutoPets™ (Automated Pet Care Products, Inc.) we aim to
develop products that keep your pets happy and make your life
easier. This manual will help you get the most out of your
Litter-Robot
Open Air . We will guide you through the setup
process, as well as provide you with useful tips and advice for
getting your cat acclimated to its new, automatic self-cleaning
litter box.
Along with its larger capacity and ergonomically shaped litter
chamber, there are many new features to explore with the
Open
Air
unit, so keep this manual handy for future reference. You
can also download it from our website.
Try the Litter-Robot
Open Air in your home for 90 days. If you
or your cats are not completely satisfied, for any reason, simply
return it within 90 days for a full refund.Please note that you
are responsible for return shipping costs. If you need assistance
during your trial period, or a little extra time, please call Cat
Evolution at the 1300-350-635 or email us at
[e-mail].
Enjoy your Litter-Robot, and
Enjoy your Freedom!
Brad Baxter
President
AutoPets™
(Automated Pet Care Products, Inc.)
and
Ken and Mary of Cat Evolution
Exclusive Distributors of the Litter-Robot Open Air for Australia and New Zealand

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Unpacking and Setting Up Your Litter-Robot
Your Litter-Robot comes completely assembled and ready to use.
Make sure box is right side up. Find and set aside the power
supply found in the pocket of the top cardboard insert.
Remove and set aside the top cardboard insert.
Remove and set aside the cardboard corner braces.

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Reach down along the sides of the unit and find the hand holds
on the Base and lift the whole unit out of the box. The unit
weighs 11 kg. Try to avoid cutting open or damaging the outer
box as you may need it later.
Remove cardboard spacers between the Bonnet and Globe.
If possible, place the Litter-Robot in the same location as the old
litter box. Make sure the Litter-Robot is on a level, firm surface.
1. Fill the Globe with litter. The litter sifting system
requires a clumping type litter to work properly, such as
Cat Evolution brand premium clumping available online.
Litter beads, and crystals may also be used with the Litter-
Robot as long as the granules are small enough to pass
through the screen. Also note that periodic changing of this
type of litter is required.
Litters that DO NOT work in the Litter-Robot are the strictly
absorbent, non-clumping litters, newspaper based litters,
loose clumping litters, and absorbent wood-based pellets.

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If you are using a litter alternative not listed here, please
contact us at [e-mail] to make sure you are
using a compatible litter.
When filling the Litter-Robot with litter for the first time, we
recommend that you do not switch litter brands yet. Your
cat/s need to get used to this new litter box and introducing
a new litter may increase their level of apprehension and
anxiety. However, if you are currently using a non-clumping
litter you will need to switch to a clumping type litter.
For the initial charge of litter, we recommend starting with
4-4.5 kg (approximately 5.5 L volume) of clumping litter.
Fill the Globe with clumping litter through the entryway and
spread the litter flat until it meets or is slightly below the
raised Fill Line on the black rubber liner.
Tip
You can use one of the corner braces from the original
packaging as a temporary funnel for the initial charge of
litter.
Fill litter to raised Fill Line on
black rubber liner.

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2. Insert the small plug end of the AC/DC adapter cord into
socket located in back of the Base unit.
3. Next, plug the AC/DC adapter into a wall outlet.
4. Locate and press the Power button. The Litter-Robot will
now perform an initialization cycle which will last
approximately 2 1/2 minutes. After completing the cycle,
the Globe should be in the Home Position with the blue LED
on. Your Litter-Robot is now ready to use, however, we
recommend powering off the unit until your cat/s become
familiar with and begin to use the Litter-Robot.
Tip
If this is the first time you have filled the Litter-Robot with
litter and you are trying to get your cats acclimated, you
can pour a cup of used litter from the old litter box on top
of the new litter in the Litter-Robot. This will provide a
familiar scent for your cat. See the next section, 'Getting
Your Cat to Use the Litter-Robot' for more tips.
Getting Your Cat to Use the Litter-Robot
Most likely, your cat will quickly adapt to the Litter-Robot. We
recommend the following steps:
•Place the Litter-Robot in the same location as the current
litter pan. Set up the Litter-Robot according to the
instructions (make sure you add litter to the Globe) and
make sure it is turned OFF. Give your cats a day or two to
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entice them to approach the Litter-Robot by using some
catnip or their favorite treat.
•Add a scoop of litter from the old litter pan. This provides a
familiar scent for your cat.
•Place treats on the ledge or around the Litter-Robot so that
the cat associates rewards with the unit.
•Since cats are curious and love to go into boxes, you might
also try putting the original packaging over the Litter-Robot
with a hole cut out for the entry and the drawer.
•Once you notice that your cats have used the Litter-Robot,
you can cycle the unit manually by turning the unit on. If the
cats are present, it will give them a chance to observe the
motion and become familiar with the sound of the Litter-
Robot while you are present to reassure them. Turn the unit
off again after the cleaning cycle has completed (the Litter-
Robot should be in the Home Position). We recommend that
you no longer clean the old litter pan once the Litter-Robot
has been used by your cats.
•If your cats are not using the Litter-Robot within a few days,
continue using the old brand of litter in the old litter box,
and let it go as long as possible without cleaning it. Cats
prefer a clean litter box and a dirty litter pan might persuade
them to use the clean Litter-Robot. You can also consider
replacing the litter in the Litter-Robot with a kind of litter
specifically formulated for litter box training.
•Once your cats are consistently using the Litter-Robot, you
can turn the unit on and leave it on letting it operate in
Automatic Mode. You can now remove the old litter box.
Congratulations, you have successfully introduced your cats to
the Litter-Robot. Enjoy your freedom from litter box scooping!

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Components and Features
Night Light
Fill Line
Flexible Liner
Power Button
Control Panel
Indicator Lights
Base
Globe
Internal Shield
Bonnet
Cat Entry/Exit
Step Mat
Waste Drawer
Carbon Filter
Front View
Home Position
Key
Cat Sensor
Bonnet
Globe
Power Input
Rear View

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Control Panel - Button Functions
1. Power Button + [Night Light Function]
You can check the status of the Night Light function by covering
the light sensor (located above the Cycle button on the Control
Panel) to see if the Night Light comes on or not.
Press and Release: Turns power on and off
Press and Hold: Toggles Night Light on and off
1. To Deactivate If the Night Light function is activated and
the light is on (due to low ambient light), then the light will
turn off when toggled OFF via the Power button; if the Night
Light is off due to bright ambient light, then it will flash on
Cat Sensor
Base
Handles
Waste Drawer Handle
Key
Battery Pocket
(Backup Battery Optional)
Carbon Filter
Waste Drawer
Bottom View
Night Light Sensor

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then off to indicate the Night Light function has been
deactivated.
2. To Activate If the Night Light function is deactivated and
there is bright ambient light, the light will flash on then off
to indicate the Night Light function has been activated; in
low ambient light, the light will come on and stay on.
Night Light settings are remembered when the unit is powered
off and back on again.
2. Cycle Button + [8 Hour Sleep Mode]
Press and Release: Starts a cleaning cycle.
Press any button to pause a cleaning cycle and press Cycle
again to resume it. To stop and abort a cleaning cycle,
press any button to pause the cycle, then press either the
Empty or Reset buttons to return the Globe to the Home
Position.
Press and Hold: Activates 8-Hour Sleep Mode
When activated, the yellow LED will light up in addition to
blue LED. Sleep Mode deactivates the Cat Sensor for 8
hours and the unit will only cycle if you choose to press the
Cycle button.
Immediately after the 8-hour period, the unit will perform a
cleaning cycle and then return to the Home Position with
the blue LED on and the Cat Sensor activated again.
The 8-Hour Sleep Mode period will repeat every 24 hours
according to the time it was initially set. Press and hold the
Cycle button to exit this mode. Note: If you are not within

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the 8-Hour Sleep Mode period, the yellow LED will flash on
then off to indicate you have exited this mode.
3. Empty Button + [Wait Time Setting]
Press and Release: Empties all litter from Globe into Waste
Drawer. Press any button to return the Globe to Home
Position.
Press and Hold: Enters Wait Time Setting mode. The Wait
Time is the elapsed time starting from when your cat exits
the unit to when the unit runs a clean cycle.
It may be useful to reduce the Wait Time to minimize odor
and/or the time waste is available to pets, such as dogs.
Remember to allow enough time for the litter to clump
(lower quality litter may take longer to set up).
Press and hold the Empty button until you see one of the
lights flash. The color of the light indicates the current Wait
Time Setting:
Blue 3 minutes
Yellow 7 minutes
Red 15 minutes
Use the Reset button to toggle to the next setting and save
your selection by pressing and holding the Empty button for
about five seconds.

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4. Reset Button + [Control Panel Lockout]
Press and Release: Pauses the unit during cycling or will
reset the Cat Sensor baseline when pushed at Home
Position with blue LED on.
Press and Hold: Activates Control Panel Lockout, indicated
by the blue LED blinking temporarily.
Control Panel Lockout disables the buttons on the Control
Panel, while still allowing the unit to function normally.
Note that the unit may still be powered off during Control
Panel Lockout by pressing and holding the power button for
3 seconds.
Press and hold the Reset button to exit Control Panel
Lockout, indicated by the blue LED blinking temporarily.

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Control Panel - Indicator Lights
Blue LED On (OK/Standby)
The unit is OK and the Litter-Robot is ready for use.
Blue LED Flashing (Waste Drawer Full)
The Waste Drawer is almost full. Empty the waste drawer,
then press the Reset button to cancel the indicator light.
Yellow LED On (Cycling/In Use)
The Litter-Robot is performing either a cleaning or empty
cycle.
Yellow LED Flashing Once per Second (Cycle
Interrupted by Cat Sensor or Bonnet Removal)
1. While cycling, if the Cat Sensor is activated by your cat
entering the Globe, the unit will stop and the yellow
LED will flash once per second. Fifteen seconds after
your cat has left the Globe, the unit will start to cycle
again.
2. If the Bonnet is removed during a cycle or while Globe
is at Home Position, the unit will stop (if previously
cycling) and the yellow LED will flash once per second.
3. Unit will resume previous function 5 seconds after
replacing Bonnet.
Yellow LED Flashing Twice per Second (Cycle
Interrupted by Anti-Pinch Safety Feature)
While cycling, if the Anti-Pinch Safety Feature is activated,
the Globe will stop and reverse direction for 2 seconds and
then stop. The yellow LED will then flash twice per second
for 1 minute. After this one-minute period, the yellow LED
will stop flashing and Globe will attempt to rotate toward
Home Position again.
Red LED (Sensor/Timing)
The red LED indicates that the Cat Sensor has been
activated. The Litter-Robot will begin cycling with yellow

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LED on after three, seven or fifteen minutes depending on
the setting. Default setting is seven minutes.
Note
If the Cat Sensor is tripped again within the set countdown
period, the countdown timer resets. The Globe will not
rotate until another three, seven, or fifteen minutes have
elapsed, depending on the setting. You can cancel the
countdown timer (red LED is on) at any time by pressing
the Reset button.
Red LED Flashing (Cat Sensor Fault)
A red LED flashing indicates that the Cat Sensor has been
continuously activated for 2 minutes or more either from a
cat that won't leave the Globe, or from too much weight in
the unit caused by overfilling with litter.
Cat Sensor
The Cat Sensor is a weight sensitive switch that detects when
your cat enters or exits the Globe.
Your cat must be at least 2.5 kg for the sensor to work. Do not
use the Litter-Robot with kittens or cats that weigh less than 2.5
kg.
Always be sure that each cat in your household is heavy enough
to activate the Cat Sensor before you let the Litter-Robot
operate in Automatic Mode.
Make sure the Litter-Robot is placed on a level firm surface.
Placing the Litter-Robot on deep carpet may affect the sensitivity
of the unit.
Note that the Cat Sensor does not detect weight on the
Step Mat and this is intentional. The Cat Sensor only
detects weight inside the Globe.
The standard setting is for a seven-minute count-down to be
started when the cat leaves the Globe. At the end of the
countdown the Litter-Robot will start a cleaning cycle. Any
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countdown, preventing the Globe from rotating with your cat
inside. You can adjust this time setting by pressing and holding
the Empty button for 5 seconds and then pressing the Reset
button to toggle through the settings. (Blue: 3 minutes, Yellow:
7 Minutes, Red: 15 Minutes)
Caution:
Please make sure that your smallest cat weighs at least
2.5 kg before operating the Litter-Robot in the
unattended Automatic Mode. Your cat must weigh at
least 2.5 kg to trip the Cat Sensor.
Drawer Full Indicator (DFI)
The Litter-Robot is equipped with
infrared emitters and sensors
located above the waste drawer that
detect when the drawer is full. The
Control Panel displays a blue
flashing LED when the DFI is
activated. The Waste Drawer is
checked every time the Globe
returns to Home Position. Upon the
first activation of the DFI, the blue LED flashes, and the Cat
Sensor remains active. Upon the third activation of the DFI (after
2 more cleaning cycles), the Cat Sensor becomes inactive and
the unit will no longer cycle automatically. Check or empty
Waste Drawer and push the Reset button to cancel indicator.
Automatic Night Light
Although cats in general have excellent vision in low light
conditions, as they get older their vision can diminish and the
Automatic Night Light (located in the upper Bonnet) is there to
assist elderly cats find the litter box in extreme low light
conditions such as a basement room without any windows. A
light sensor located below and to the left of the Power button
turns the Night Light on and off automatically. The Night Light
function can be turned on and off by pressing and holding the
Power button (see Control Panel – Button Functions -> Power
button, page 11).

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Bonnet
The Bonnet functions as a cover and
guard for the waste port as the Globe
rotates from the top of the unit into
the Base.
The Bonnet also provides a mount
location for the Automatic Night
Light, wires, and electrical terminals
that provide a low and safe 5VDC to
the Night Light.
The Globe will not rotate without the
Bonnet installed (see Control Panel -
Indicator Lights -> Yellow LED
Flashing, page 15). The Bonnet is
assembled to the Base by inserting
the tabs at the bottom and rear of the
Bonnet into the small holes in the
Base, and rotating the Bonnet
downward such that the snaps
located at the bottom and front of the
Bonnet are inserted into the matching
slots and latched. Holes above the snaps provide a convenient
finger hold while removing or installing the Bonnet.
See page 25-27 for Bonnet assembly instructions.
Underside of Bonnet
showing Night Light
Bonnet

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Internal Shield and Key
The Internal Shield is located near the top, left side of the litter
chamber or Globe. This shield provides a barrier between the
working surfaces of the interior Globe and the interior space
used by your cat/s. The position of the Internal Shield during
cycling is controlled by the 'Key' located at the back of the
Globe. Make sure the Key is positioned properly within the Base
pocket. Note that the Internal Shield and Key are not required
for the unit to function and may be removed if so desired.
Step Mat
The flexible and removable Step Mat
provides a soft, gripping surface for
entry/exit as well as acts as a litter
catch for tracked litter. The Step Mat
can be cleared of litter by simply
removing, turning upside down and
flexing within the Globe.
8-Hour Sleep Mode
This mode allows you to deactivate the Cat Sensor for 8 hours
such that the unit will not cycle automatically. This mode is
useful for units located in bedrooms or areas where you may not
want the unit to cycle for a period of 8 hours.
Key
Rear view of Litter-Robot
Globe Front View
Internal
Shield