AutoPets Litter-Robot User manual

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

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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 acclimating your cat 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 , 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 email us at
[e-mail] or call us 877-250-7729.
Enjoy your Litter-Robot®, and Enjoy your Freedom!
Brad Baxter
President
AutoPets™
(Automated Pet Care Products, Inc.)

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Important Safety Instructions
Always be sure any cat in your household that might
use the Litter-Robot weighs at least 5 pounds.
Cats must weigh 5 pounds or more to safely use the
Litter-Robot in Automatic Mode.
Always place the Litter-Robot on a firm, level surface.
Avoid soft, uneven, or unstable flooring, which may affect
the ability of the unit to detect your cat.
Always unplug the unit before servicing.
Never force your cat into the Litter-Robot.
Never put anything in the unit other than clumping litter.
Never sit on or place anything on top of the Litter-
Robot.
Never push the Litter-Robot against a wall or into a
corner (must not be touching any walls).
Never remove the Globe or Bonnet while the unit is
rotating or turn the unit on if the Globe or Bonnet are
removed.
Never wet or submerge the Bonnet or Base.

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions .......................................... 3
Components and Dimensions........................................... 5
Setting Up Your Litter-Robot............................................ 7
Introducing Your Cat to the Litter-Robot........................... 9
Ongoing Maintenance.....................................................10
Cycles ...........................................................................11
Control Panel - Button Functions .....................................13
Power Button................................................................................ 13
Cycle Button ................................................................................. 14
Empty Button................................................................................ 15
Reset Button................................................................................. 16
Control Panel - Indicator Lights.......................................17
Cat Sensor.....................................................................19
Drawer Full Indicator......................................................20
Automatic Night Light.....................................................20
Bonnet ..........................................................................21
Internal Shield and Key ..................................................21
Step Mat .......................................................................22
8 Hour Sleep Mode.........................................................22
Wait Time Setting ..........................................................23
Control Panel Lockout ....................................................23
Optional Backup Battery .................................................24
Use & Care ....................................................................25
Safety Features..............................................................30
Frequently Asked Questions............................................32
Money-Back Guarantee and Warranty .............................36
Contacting Customer Service ..........................................37

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Components and Dimensions
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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Dimensions
Height
x
Width
x
Depth
Weight
Fully
Assembled
29.5”
x
24.25”
x
27”
24 lbs.
Waste
Drawer
5”
x
12.5”
x
16”
Entryway
15.5”
x
10.25”
Inside Globe
15”-17”
depending on
litter level
x
20”
x
20”
Litter Bed
14”
x
14”
Floor to Step
7.1”
Step to
Entryway
6.3”
Floor to
Entryway
13.4”
Cat Sensor
Base
Handles
Waste Drawer
Handle
Key
Battery Pocket
(Optional Backup
Battery)
Carbon Filter
Waste Drawer
Bottom View

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Setting Up Your Litter-Robot
Your Litter-Robot comes fully assembled and ready to use.
Get started by following the steps below.
Placement
If possible, place the Litter-Robot in the same location as
the old litter box (at least during transition).
Make sure the unit is on a firm, level surface. Avoid soft,
uneven, or unstable flooring.
Keep the unit indoors in a cool, dry location. Reduce
exposure to high temperature and humidity.
Locate the unit near a power outlet. Ensure the unit isn’t
pushed against a wall or into a corner (must not be
touching any walls).
Place mats or rugs directly in front of, but not under, the
unit. Do not place mats partially under the unit.
Litter
Fill the Globe through the opening with clumping litter until
it meets the raised Fill Line when spread flat (about 8-10
pounds by weight or 1 ½ gallons by volume). Be careful not
to overfill the Globe.
The Litter-Robot litter sifting system requires clumping litter
to work properly. We recommend a high quality clay
clumping litter. Litter beads and crystals that are small
Fill litter to raised Fill Line on
black rubber liner.

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enough to pass through the screen will also work (periodic
changing of this type of litter is required).
DO NOT use litters that are the strictly absorbent, non-
clumping, loose-clumping, newspaper-based, or wood-based
pellets.
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.
Tip When filling the Litter-Robot for the first time, it is best
to continue using the brand of litter you were using
previously—as long as it is a clumping type of litter. Your cat
will need to adjust to the new litter box, and introducing a
new litter at the same time may increase its anxiety.
However, if you are currently using a non-clumping litter, you
will need to switch to a clumping type.
Power and Initial Clean Cycle
Plug the small end of the Power Supply into the socket at the
back of the Base. Then plug the AC/DC adapter into a wall
outlet.
Locate and press the Power button. The Litter-Robot will
perform an initial Clean cycle that will last about 2 ½
minutes. Learn more about the Clean cycle on page 11.
Your Litter-Robot is now ready to use; however, we
recommend powering the unit off until your cat/s become
familiar with and begin using the Litter-Robot.

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Introducing Your Cat to the Litter-Robot
Most likely, your cat will quickly adapt to the Litter-Robot.
Here are some ways to facilitate the transition:
Place the Litter-Robot in the same location as the current
litter box, set it up (make sure you add litter to the
Globe), and make sure it is turned off. Give your cats a
day or two to explore the Litter-Robot. If your cats show
no interest, entice them to approach the Litter-Robot by
using some catnip or a favorite treat.
Add a scoop of litter from the old litter box to provide a
familiar scent for your cat.
Place treats on the step or around the Litter-Robot so
your cat associates rewards with the unit.
Since cats are curious and love to go into boxes, try
putting the original packaging over the Litter-Robot with
a hole cut out for the entryway and drawer.
Once you notice that your cats have used the Litter-
Robot, power the unit on to cycle the unit. Encourage
your cats to be present, so they can observe the motion
and become familiar with the sound of the Litter-Robot
while you are there to reassure them. Turn the unit off
again once the cycle is complete (the Litter-Robot should
be in the Home position). We recommend that you no
longer clean the old litter box once your cats have used
the Litter-Robot.
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
box might persuade them to use the clean Litter-Robot.
Also consider replacing the litter in the Litter-Robot with
a 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 to operate in Automatic
Mode—and remove the old litter box.
Congratulations, you have successfully introduced your cats
to the Litter-Robot. Enjoy your freedom from scooping!

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Ongoing Maintenance
Empty the Waste Drawer when indicated by the
flashing blue light on the Control Panel.
How often you will need to empty the Waste drawer
depends on the number and size of your cats. For two
average-sized cats, twice per week is typical. For a single
cat, once per week is usually sufficient.
Pull out the Waste Drawer using the handle below the
step, then gather the edges of the liner bag and dispose.
You can use Litter-Robot custom-fit, biodegradable Waste
Drawer liners or any 10-13-gallon trash bags.
To install a new drawer liner, open the bag and roll down
the edge about four times. Starting at the back of the
drawer, push the rolled edge of the bag into each of the
four tabs, keeping the bag taut as you work forward.
Slide the drawer back in, being careful not to push the
unit against the wall or into a corner (must not be
touching any walls). Then, press the Reset button to
reset the Cat Sensor.
Add litter as needed.
Check the litter level once per week or each time you
empty the Waste Drawer. Add just enough litter to meet
the raised Fill Line inside the Globe, and be careful not to
overfill it. After adding or removing litter, press the Reset
button to reset the Cat Sensor.
Press the Reset button.
Any time you affect the weight or placement of the unit
(including emptying the Waste Drawer, adding or
removing litter, or cleaning or moving the unit), press the
Reset button to ensure the Cat Sensor will detect your
cat and cycle properly.
See Use and Care on page 25 to learn about the Carbon
Filter, Base Seal Strips, Waste Drawer Liners, and how to
clean the Litter-Robot.

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Clean Cycle
After your cat leaves the Globe, the Litter-Robot
automatically performs a Clean cycle. The patented sifting
system separates the clumps from the clean litter and
deposits them into the Waste Drawer below. It takes about
2 ½ minutes. You can also press the Cycle button to start a
Clean cycle.
During a Clean cycle, press any button to pause the cycle.
Press the Cycle button to resume the cycle. Press the Reset
or Empty button to abort the cycle and return the Globe to
the Home position.
How it works:
The Litter-Robot is ready for use when the Globe is at the
Home position and the blue light on the Control Panel is on.
When a cat enters the Globe, the Cat Sensor is activated;
the blue light turns off and the red light turns on.
Once the cat exits the Globe, the countdown to a Clean
cycle begins. When the Wait Time (see page 23) has
elapsed, the red light turns off and the yellow light turns
on as a Clean cycle begins.
The Globe rotates counterclockwise. The yellow light will
be on while cycling.
During rotation, a weight behind the black rubber Globe
liner causes the liner to fall away from the Globe to
ensure any stuck-on clumps are removed.
The screen passes through the litter, separating the
clumps from the clean litter. The clean litter is collected
in a chamber behind the screen.
As the Globe rotates to Dump position, the waste clumps
fall through the Waste Port in the Waste Drawer.
The Globe then rotates clockwise, toward the Home
position. The Globe liner will fall back into place and the
clean litter will spill back into the litter bed.

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The Globe will rotate past the Home position to level the
litter before finally returning to the Home position. The
yellow light turns off and the blue standby light turns on.
If your cat re-enters the Globe during the Wait Time
countdown (red light is on), the Cat Sensor detects that
weight and will not cycle with your cat inside (see page 30).
Once your cat exits, a new countdown will begin.
Empty Cycle
The Empty cycle allows you to empty all of the litter from the
Globe into the Waste Drawer for easy disposal. Use this cycle
to change out the whole bed of litter or before cleaning the
Globe (see page 27).
Press the Empty button to start an Empty cycle.
During an Empty cycle, press any button to pause the cycle.
Press the Cycle button to resume the cycle. Press the Reset
or Empty button to abort the cycle and return the Globe to
the Home position.
How it works:
The Globe rotates clockwise. The yellow light on the
Control Panel will be on while cycling.
As the Globe rotates, the litter will fall through the Waste
Port into the Waste Drawer.
After the litter is emptied, the Globe will stop with the
yellow light on and await your action.
(You may need to sweep any remaining litter toward the
Waste Port.)
Press any button to return the Globe to the Home
position.

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Control Panel - Button Functions
1. Power Button + [Automatic Night Light]
Press and Release: Turns the system power on and off.
Press and Hold: Toggles the Automatic Night Light
function on and off (see page 20).
The Litter-Robot arrives with the Automatic Night Light
function activated. When the light sensor detects low
light conditions, the Night Light turns on automatically.
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.
To turn the Night Light function off, press and hold the
Power button for about 5 seconds. The Night Light will
flash on, then off.
To turn the Night Light function on, press and hold the
Power button for about 5 seconds. The Night Light will
flash on and, depending on the ambient light, the Night
Light will either stay on (if low light) or turn off (if bright
light).
Night Light
Sensor

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2. Cycle Button + [8 Hour Sleep Mode]
Press and Release: Starts a Clean cycle (see page 11).
To pause a cycle, press any button on the Control Panel.
Press Cycle to resume the cycle.
To abort the Clean cycle, press any button to pause the
cycle, then press Empty or Reset to return the Globe to
the Home position.
Press and Hold: Activates 8 Hour Sleep Mode (see page
22).
In Sleep Mode, the yellow light will be on in addition to
the blue standby light. The Cat Sensor will be
deactivated for the next 8 hours and the unit will only
cycle if you press the Cycle button.
Immediately after the 8-hour period, the unit will
perform a Clean cycle, then return to the Home position
with the blue light on. The Cat Sensor will be active
again.
Once set, the 8-hour period repeats every 24 hours. The
start of the period is determined by when the mode is
set initially.
To exit this mode, press and hold the Cycle button until
the yellow light turns off, or, if only the blue light is on
(you are not within the 8-hour sleep period), the yellow
light will flash to indicate you have exited this mode.

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3. Empty Button + [Wait Time Setting]
Press and Release: Starts an Empty cycle (see page
12), which empties all litter from the Globe into the
Waste Drawer for easy disposal. During the Empty cycle,
the Globe will rotate clockwise, then stop with the yellow
light on, and await your action. Press any button to
return the Globe to the Home position.
To pause the Empty cycle, press any button. Press Cycle
to resume the Empty cycle or Empty or Reset to abort
the cycle and return the Globe to the Home position.
Press and Hold: Enters Wait Time Setting mode (see
page 23). One of the lights will start flashing, indicating
the current Wait Time Setting. Use the Reset button to
toggle to the next setting: blue for 3 minutes, yellow for
7 minutes, and red for 15 minutes. Press and hold the
Empty button to save the setting. The blue light will
blink to confirm, then return to standby.
The Wait Time is the time that elapses starting from
when a cat exits the Globe until the unit performs a
Clean cycle.
It may be useful to reduce the Wait Time to minimize
odor and/or the time that the waste is available to other
pets—such as dogs. However, reducing the Wait Time
may reduce the cleaning effectiveness if clumps do not
have enough time to set up. Extend the Wait Time when
using a lower quality clumping litter that needs more
time to set up.

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4. Reset Button + [Control Panel Lockout]
Press and Release:
When pressed while the Globe is at the Home position
with the blue light on, it resets the Cat Sensor.
When pressed during a cycle, it pauses the cycle. If
pressed again while paused, it will abort the cycle.
If pressed when the red light is on, it cancels the Wait
Time and the unit returns to standby (blue light on).
IMPORTANT: Any time you do anything that affects the
weight or placement of the unit, including adding or
removing litter, emptying the Waste Drawer, or moving
or cleaning the unit, press the Reset button once you are
done. The Reset button adjusts the Cat Sensor
automatically, ensuring the Litter-Robot will detect your
cat and cycle properly.
Press and Hold: Activates Control Panel Lockout (see
page 23), indicated by the blue light blinking
momentarily.
While in Control Panel Lockout mode, press and hold the
Reset button to exit the mode, indicated by the blue
light blinking momentarily.
This setting will disable all button functions on the
Control Panel while allowing the unit to function
normally in Automatic Mode. During Control Panel
Lockout you can still turn the unit off by pressing and
holding the Power button for 3 seconds.

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Control Panel - Indicator Lights
Blue Light On: OK/Standby
The unit is OK and ready for your cat’s next use.
Blue Light Flashing: Waste Drawer is Full
The Waste Drawer is approaching full (see page 20).
Remove the waste, install a new liner, then press Reset
to cancel the flashing light and adjust the Cat Sensor.
Blue and Yellow Lights On: Sleep Mode
The Litter-Robot is in 8 Hour Sleep Mode (see page 22).
Yellow Light On: Cycling/In Use
The Litter-Robot is cycling (Clean or Empty cycle).
Yellow Light Flashing: Cycle Interrupted
A yellow light flashing slowly (about once per
second) indicates a cycle has been interrupted by one of
the following:
While cycling, if the Cat Sensor is activated by a cat
entering the Globe, the unit will stop and the yellow
light will flash. The unit will start to cycle again 15
seconds after your cat has left the Globe.
If the Bonnet is removed while cycling or while the
Globe is at the Home position, the unit will stop (if
previously cycling) and the yellow light will flash. The
unit will resume its previous function 5 seconds after
the Bonnet is replaced (see page 28-29).
A yellow light flashing quickly (about four times per
second) indicates a cycle has been interrupted by the
Anti-Pinch Safety Feature (see page 30). While
cycling, if a potential pinch condition is detected, the
Globe will stop and reverse direction for 2 seconds. The
yellow light will begin flashing quickly, awaiting your
action. Once the blockage is cleared, press any button to
return the Globe to the Home position.

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Red Light: Cat Sensor Activated and Wait Time Countdown
The Cat Sensor has been activated by a cat entering the
Globe. Once the cat exits, the Wait Time countdown to a
Clean cycle will begin (see page 23). You can cancel the
timer (red light) by pressing Reset.
Red Light Flashing: Cat Sensor Fault
The Cat Sensor has been continuously activated for 2
minutes or more, either by a cat that won’t leave the
Globe or by too much weight in the unit.
Check for excess weight, such as too much litter or
waste. When you are done, press the Reset button or
turn the unit off then back on to reset the Cat Sensor.
Yellow Red Lights Flashing Sequentially:
Motor detects obstruction or jam.
Turn unit off and remove Bonnet and Globe. Check for
gear/motor obstruction. Reassemble unit and verify
proper litter level. Power on and let cycle. If problem
persists, contact Customer Service.
Blue Yellow Red Flashing Sequentially:
Cannot find Dump position.
Unit will continue to function in Automatic Mode. Contact
Customer Service.
Red Yellow Blue Flashing Sequentially:
Cannot find Home position.
Unit will continue to function in Automatic Mode. Contact
Customer Service.
Blue-Yellow-Red Flashing Simultaneously:
Cannot find Home or Dump positions.
Unit will not cycle. Contact Customer Service.

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Cat Sensor
The Cat Sensor is a weight-sensitive switch that detects when
a cat enters and exits the Globe.
Your cat must weigh at least 5 pounds to trip the Cat
Sensor. Do not use the Litter-Robot in the unattended
Automatic Mode with kittens that weigh less than 5
pounds. See FAQ: Can kittens use the Litter-Robot? on page
32.
For the Cat Sensor to accurately detect your cat, the Litter-
Robot must be placed on firm, level flooring. Avoid soft,
uneven, or unstable surfaces.
The Litter-Robot relies on the Cat Sensor to know when your
cat is inside the Globe and when it’s time to run a Clean
cycle. Here’s how it works:
Each time the unit is powered on and at the end of each
cycle, the Cat Sensor measures the weight of the unit to
use as a baseline.
When your cat enters the Globe, the Cat Sensor detects
increased weight, and prevents the Globe from rotating.
When your cat exits, the Cat Sensor detects a decrease
in weight and allows the countdown to a Clean cycle to
begin.
If the Cat Sensor is tripped during that countdown, a new
countdown will begin once your cat leaves the Globe,
ensuring it does not rotate with a cat inside.
Eventually (3, 7, or 15 minutes later—depending on the
setting), a Clean cycle will start, and upon finishing, the
Cat Sensor will take another measurement of the weight
to use as its new baseline.
Note: Weight applied on the step and/or step mat will not
trip the Cat Sensor and stop the Globe’s rotation. This is
intentional as we do not want to invite a cat to enter by
stopping the Globe’s rotation. If, however, the cat steps
inside, the Globe will stop.
To ensure the accuracy and reliability of the Cat
Sensor, power the unit off before making any changes that