LED operation, function and why they blink: Green on control panel Power LED indicator is lit when power to the unit is on. Blinking green on control panel LED blinks (2 times per second) indicating batteries are low. LED blinks (1 time per second) when the rake assembly has encountered a blockage. Green on ionizer Ionic air cleaner LED (behind the rake) is only lit when the ionizer is operating. Red on control panel Sleep timer LED is continually lit when sleep mode is activated. Blinking red on control panel Occurs during the sleep mode programming. 11 ACCLIMATING YOUR CAT If your cat needs to acclimate to the new LitterMaid® Advanced Automatic Self-Cleaning litter box, follow these instructions: • Place the LitterMaid® unit next to your old litter box. • Set it to run automatically by turning the ON/OFF switch to ON. Important: When the ON/OFF button is in the Off position it only disables the rake function. • Do not clean out the old litter box. (Cats prefer to use a clean box, and the LitterMaid® litter box will always be clean.) • If your cat is shy, do not operate the LitterMaid® litter box automatically for 2 to 3 days. (Turn the ON/OFF switch to OFF) • Manually activate the LitterMaid® litter box 2 to 3 times a day for the first 2 to 3 days, to let your cat get used to going into the LitterMaid® litter box before you set it to clean automatically. • As soon as your cat is acclimated to the LitterMaid® litter box, set it to clean automatically. Turn ON/OFF switch to ON, and remove the old litter box. Note: Do not place your LitterMaid® litter box in a wet environment or in direct sunlight. Do not use outdoors or on patios. Care and Cleaning Sensor Covers The two sensors located on the interior side panels are protected by sensor covers that need to be kept dust free. After changing or adding litter, wipe each sensor with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust. Litter Tray Use only premium clumping litter. Lesser quality litters will impair performance. To empty and clean litter tray: • Check to make sure rake is in home position. • Turn the switch to the OFF position. Important: When the ON/OFF button is in the Off position it only disables the rake function. • Unplug unit and remove batteries to prevent accidental activation of the unit. • Remove the waste receptacle. • Remove the rake. • Remove the top housing. • Dispose of the used litter. To ensure proper disposal of litter, follow manufacturer's instructions on litter package. Wipe the litter tray with a damp cloth. If further cleaning is necessary, the litter tray can be fully immersed in water and washed with a mild detergent. Important: Do not soak or immerse the top housing in water. To clean, wipe with damp cloth. Dry the unit completely before reassembling. 12 • Before reassembling, spray litter tray surface with nonstick cooking spray or silicone spray, and wipe with a soft, dry cloth. This will help to prevent waste clumps from adhering to the surface of the tray. Removing Disposable Waste Receptacle We recommend avoiding contact with waste material. Wear rubber or latex gloves when handling used disposable waste receptacle. Troubleshooting Rake continues to go through cleaning cycles. Probable Cause: • Too much litter in the litter box is causing excess litter to collect behind the rake, preventing it from returning to home position. Or, there is an obstacle in front at the rake. If the rake cannot move an obstacle during the cleaning cycle, the unit will go through a cleaning cycle up to five times in an attempt to clear the obstacle. If unsuccessful, the rake will return to its home position, and the green light will blink slowly (1 time per second), indicating that the rake has encountered an obstacle it cannot move. Solution: 1. Turn the ON/OFF switch to OFF. Important: When the ON/OFF button is in the OFF position it only disables the rake function. 2. Clear the obstacle. Be sure litter in tray is just below the Full Line. Use the LitterMaid® triple- action tool to measure the level of the litter in the center of the unit. Full Line will not be visible if tray is overfilled. 3. Turn the ON/OFF switch to ON. 4. The rake will run through a complete cleaning cycle. When cycle is finished, the unit is ready for use. Unit does not operate 10 minutes after cat leaves. Probable Cause: • Dusty sensors (Sensors need to be covered for 5 seconds to activate.) Solution: 1. Wipe each sensor with a soft, dry cloth. 2. Turn the ON/OFF switch to OFF. Important: When the ON/OFF button is in the OFF position it only disables the rake function. 3. Turn the ON/OFF switch to ON. 4. Unit will run through a cleaning cycle. W • Depress the two push tabs in the waste receptacle compartment cover (W). (Detach the disposable waste receptacle lid from the waste receptacle compartment cover.) • Lift the compartment cover, exposing the closed disposable waste receptacle assembly. X • Press in on all four corners of lid to secure lid to the waste receptacle, pull the...