Wireless Whiskers AutoDiet AC100 User manual

Wireless Whiskers®
AutoDiet™ Feeder Model AC100
Owner’s Manual Revision 2.1

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CONTENTS OF PRODUCT BOX
Wireless Whiskers®Model AC100 unit
Feed tube
Top cover
AC adapter
Wireless tags (2)
Sample Paw Guard (1)
Owner’s Manual and Warranty

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OWNER’S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTENTS OF PRODUCT BOX ....................... ii
INTRODUCTION ................................... 1
PREPARING YOUR NEW FEEDER ...................... 4
HOW IT WORKS 5
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ............................ 6
AUTODIETTM FEEDER CONTROLS 8
Keypad .............................. 8
LED Lights .......................... 9
LCD Display ......................... 9
ON/OFF .............................. 9
SYSTEM OPERATING MODES 10
DISPLAY MODE ....................... 10
FEEDING MODE ....................... 10
MENU MODE .......................... 10
INITIAL SET UP ................................ 11
SET TIME AND DATE 11
REGISTERING WIRELESS TAGS 12
PROPER FITTING OF WIRELESS TAGS 13
OPTIONAL SET UP ............................... 14
EDITING PET NAME 14
DOOR CONTROL SETTINGS 14
SET PORTION CONTROL PROGRAM 16
DAILY ALLOWANCE 17
Automatically Setting .............. 17
Manually Setting ................... 17
Unlimited Feeding .................. 18
Kittens and Puppies ................ 18
Locking Out a Pet (Access Control) . 18
SET AUTODIET WIZARDTM PROGRAM 19
ATTACH PAW GUARD. 20
DIET MANAGEMENT ............................... 20
FOOD TYPES 20
PUTTING YOUR PET ON A DIET 21
TREATS AND ADDITIONAL FOOD SOURCES 21
MONITOR YOUR PETS’ FEEDING AND HEALTH 21
MULTIPLE FEEDING STATIONS 22
TIME TO FORGET ABOUT CUPS 22
Converting Cups to TIME ............ 24

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MORE ON OPERATING MODES ....................... 24
DISPLAY MODE 24
Alerts ............................. 25
Time and Date Display .............. 26
System Settings Display ............ 26
Pet Stats .......................... 26
FEEDING MODE 28
Available Allowance ................ 28
MENU MODE 29
Accessing MENU MODE ................ 29
MENU MODE Timeout .................. 30
AVAILABLE SETTINGS ............................ 30
TIME AND DATE 34
Time ............................... 34
Date ............................... 34
AUTODIETTM SET UP 35
AutoDiet WizardTM ................... 35
Adjust AutoDietTM ................... 35
Daily Allowance .................... 36
Portion Control .................... 36
Cycle Start Hour ................... 36
SYSTEM CONTROL 36
Show Settings ...................... 36
Show Pet Stats ..................... 36
Backlight .......................... 37
Door Control ....................... 37
Detection Window ................... 37
System Reset ....................... 38
REV. SERIAL NO: 38
EDIT/DELETE PET 39
Edit Pet Name ...................... 39
Delete Pet ......................... 39
SELECT PET 39
SYSTEM POWER FEATURES ......................... 39
AC Power 39
Battery Power 40
Low Battery 40
Power Outage 41
PET Activated Power Up 41

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MAINTENANCE ................................... 42
Cleaning 42
Packaging 42
Batteries 42
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................... 43
WARRANTY ...................................... 46
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ......................... 47
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS ..................... 47
COPYRIGHTS, TRADEMARKS AND PATENTS ............ 48
FEEDING RECORD ................................. a
QUICK REFERENCE MENU GUIDE ..................... c

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INTRODUCTION
Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of Wireless
Whiskers®AutoDiet™ Feeder. This revolutionary
product designed in Silicon Valley California is the
world’s most advanced diet management system for
pets. It offers the very latest technology to
finally triumph over your pets’wayward feeding
behavior. Sophisticated access control capabilities
let you decide which pets can use the feeder and how
much. You can set up separate feeding stations for
different food types. If a pet needs to go on a
diet, no problem, the feeder will automatically and
independently control diets of up to 8 cats or small
dogs. Your AutoDiet™ feeder is packed with features
available on no other feeder. You can lock out
specific pets. Prevent gorging or unwanted night
feeding. Monitor your pets’intake. It will even
alert you if a pet is underfeeding. The AutoDiet™
Feeder is simply amazing!
Before we get started, let’s look at some do’s and
don’ts. The table below shows things that are or are
not recommended with your feeder.
YES
NO
Dry Food (kibble)
Wet or Moist Pet Food
Cats
Remove either ring from wireless tag
Dogs (up to 18 inches tall)
Large Dogs (taller than 18 inches)
Automatically Set Allowances
Other Large Animals
Lock Out Selected Pets
Outdoor Use (wet weather)
Multiple Feeding Stations
Ignoring Safety Instruction and Alerts
Selective Access to Food Types
Large Diameter Kibble (>1/2 inch)
Prevent Gorging and Vomiting
Cleaning Feed Tube in the Dishwasher
Up to 8 Pets per feeder
Sit Feeder on Metal Surfaces
Weight Loss or Maintenance
Use for pets without supervision

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT TO AVOID
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE OR INJURY.
Warning - When using electric appliances, basic
precautions should always be followed, improper use
may result in a risk of fire or electrocution. It is
also important that your pets are under supervision
and that you continually check the feeder’s settings
and daily consumption to ensure they are appropriate
for your pets. To reduce the risk of injury, please
observe the following precautions:
Only use attachments and AC adapters recommended
and sold by the manufacturer.
Do not handle the AC adapter with wet hands.
Remove any dirt or fluids from the power plug
before use.
Do not pull on or damage the power cord or plug.
To unplug grasp the jack plug or adapter body.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord
or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or is
dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance
to the nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical
adjustment.
Plug the AC adaptor completely into the power
outlet when in use and unplug from outlet and
remove batteries when not in use.
Do not dismantle or modify the unit. The control
panel may be unplugged after all power is removed.
Do not insert metallic or flammable objects inside
the unit when it is powered on.
Do not touch any of the interior electrical
components in the unit while it is powered on.
Close supervision is necessary when an appliance
is used near children. Do not allow children to
play with the unit.
If water or other foreign materials enter the
unit, or the outer case is damaged, immediately

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discontinue use and remove the power plug and
remove batteries.
If the unit produces smoke, unusual amounts of
heat, unusual odors, or unusual sounds,
immediately discontinue use and remove the power
plug then remove the batteries.
Do not place the unit or power cord in walkways or
where people might trip over them.
Do not place heavy objects on top of the unit, or
climb on it (casing may collapse).
Do not place the unit in high temperature areas
for prolonged periods of time (external casing may
warp).
During cleaning and long periods of disuse, unplug
the unit and remove batteries.
You should continually monitor the settings and
pet feeding statistics on your feeder along with
your pets’ health to ensure that they are
receiving sufficient nourishment. The automated
features of the feeder are not a substitute for
proper supervision.
Do not excessively underfeed your pets. Adult pets
should not lose more than one pound (0.5 Kg) per
month. Pets that are not fully grown should not be
put on a weight loss diet without guidance from
your veterinarian.
Always seek advice from your veterinarian before
putting a pet on a weight loss diet: especially
small pets and toy dogs.
Always seek advice from your veterinarian if your
pet’s weight is significantly over or under what
is normal or if your pet loses its appetite or
continually underfeeds.
Do not leave your pets unattended for long periods
of time.
Do not use this product outside, it is not water
sealed and could present the risk of electrical
shock.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE.

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PREPARING YOUR NEW FEEDER
Please follow the Initial and Optional Set Up
instructions in this manual. (See p.11 and
p.14). Or if you prefer visit our website for a
VIDEO GUIDE that takes you step by step through
the set up and features of your new feeder.
First review the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND
CAUTIONS.
Remove all items from the product box.
Remove shipping tape and protective packing
from the feeder.
If you will be using batteries they can be
installed underneath the feeder. Take care to
insert them with the correct polarity.
Installing batteries will provide backup in the
event of a power outage.
Next, loosen the screws at the top of the
feeder and install the Feed Tube, then re-
tighten the screws.
The approximate dimensions of your assembled
feeder are: 16 x 9 x 16 inches (l x w x h).
Locate the feeder in a suitable place such as a
corner, so as not to create a walkway hazard.
Plug the power adapter into an outlet and into
the back of the feeder. The green LED will
light.
Carefully remove the cover and pour in your
preferred dry pet food. Press the cover back
into place.
Your feeder is now ready for use! Turn on the
feeder by pressing then releasing the center
(●) key. Do not hold down the button for more
than 10 seconds or this will reset the feeder
to factory settings.
The feeder will perform a Welcome and test boot
and enter the DISPLAY mode.

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HOW IT WORKS
Pets using the AutoDiet™ Feeder are fitted with a
Wireless tag that uniquely identifies them. Whenever
a pet tries to feed it is welcomed by name and the
feeder measures, then sets their daily allowance
automatically (up to 8 pets). When a pet reaches its
available allowance the feeder doors shut! You can
allow or lock out pets as desired by controlling
access and also set up multiple feeding stations
with different food types. You decide what your pets
eat, how much and at which feeder. This is great for
cats and dogs in the same household or for
dispensing special/prescription diets.
The AutoDiet™ Feeder has tons of features to manage
your pets’diet. You can quickly and easily put
selected pets on a weight loss diet with just a few
keystrokes. The Portion Control program spreads the
allowance throughout the day to prevent gorging and
can be set to restrict feeding during night time
hours if desired. The feeder even alerts you if any
of your pets are underfeeding (a common early
warning sign of illness). The display keeps you
informed about you pets feeding and you can see how
much they have fed today and on the prior day as a
percentage of their daily allowance. The advanced
features let you adapt to the challenges of multi-
pet households. No more messing around with
measuring cups or filling bowls at meal times! This
comprehensive diet management system saves you so
much time as it effortlessly controls your pets’
individual diets. You will wonder how you ever did
without it!