LitterMaid Self-Cleaning Litter Box - User Manual

Quick Start Guide
No Tools Required for Setup
Self-Cleaning Litter Box
1. Unpack pieces: LitterMaid
™
litter box, AC adapter (in
styrofoam), disposable waste receptacles, LitterMaid
™
triple-
action tool, use and care book and cleaning brush (packed
with disposable waste receptacles), plus any optional items
including the carbon filters, paw-cleaning ramp, cat-privacy
tent, and litter box carpet.
2a. Cut and remove the restraints
on each end of the rake.
2b. Peel off protective tape
on the waste receptacle
compartment cover and the
battery compartment. Remove
styrofoam on top of the rake.
Unit comes with initial waste
receptacle installed.
3a. Place a disposable waste
receptacle under the waste
receptacle compartment cover.
Make sure that the front of the
waste receptacle is under the five
tabs. There should be no gap
between the unit and the waste
receptacle.
3b. Attach the waste receptacle
lid by inserting the pushtabs into
the round holes. To secure press
on the positions indicated.
If carbon filters are included:
3c. Peel off the paper strip
on the carbon filter to expose
the adhesive. Place filter
adhesive-side down in the
diamond-shaped insert in the
center of the waste receptacle
lid; close waste receptacle
compartment cover.
(Not included with all models)
4. To fill the unit, use only a premium clumping litter. Do not
use non-clumping litter, crystal or pearl-like litters. Fill the
LitterMaid
™
litter box to just below the “Full Line.”
5. Use the LitterMaid
™
triple-action tool to check that
the litter is at the correct level
in the center of the unit. Do not
overfill the unit or it will not
operate properly.
6a. Remove the AC adapter from
the styrofoam and plug it into
the unit.
6b. Plug the cord into a standard
electrical wall outlet.
6c. Turn the On/Off switch to
"on" and a red light will appear.
6d. The rake will automatically
run through its first cleaning
cycle and smooth out litter.
Your LitterMaid
™
is now ready
to use!
If your unit is not working properly, refer to "Troubleshooting"
in the use and care book (p. 6).
If you need to acclimate your cat to the LitterMaid
™
litter box,
refer to "Acclimating Your Cat" in the use and care book (p. 5).
Optional Items:
For more information, call: Toll-Free 1-800-LITMAID
(548-6243) Or visit our website: www.littermaid.com
Litter box carpet: Place the unit on the litter box carpet.
Cat paw-cleaning ramp:
7a. The paw-cleaning ramp
has two pivot pins that snap into
holes on the side of the waste
receptacle compartment cover.
Position the paw-cleaning ramp
with carpet-side facing up.
7b. Point the pivot pins toward the disposable waste
receptacle end of the unit. Lift the paw-cleaning ramp and
insert one of the pivot pins into one of the holes.
7c. Slightly stretch the other pivot pin to reach the other hole,
then insert. Tug slightly on the paw-cleaning ramp to ensure
that it is firmly in place.
Tent: Assemble tent to cover unit. (See instruction sheet).
Removing disposable waste receptacle:
We recommend avoiding contact with waste material. Wear
rubber or latex gloves when handling used disposable waste
receptacle.
8a. Depress the two pushtabs
in the waste receptacle
compartment cover. Detach
the disposable waste receptacle
lid from the waste receptacle
compartment cover.
8b. Lift the compartment cover, exposing the closed
disposable waste receptacle assembly.
8c. Pull the disposable waste receptacle edge free from
the tabs holding it in place.
8d. To dispose of the waste
receptacle, press in on four
corners of lid to secure lid
to the waste receptacle, and
dispose.
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Summary

LitterMaid Initial Setup and Preparation

Unpacking LitterMaid Components

Lists all included items: litter box, AC adapter, waste receptacles, tools, and optional accessories.

Preparing the Rake and Compartment Covers

Instructions for removing rake restraints and protective tape from compartment covers.

Installing the Waste Receptacle

Guides on placing and securing the waste receptacle under the compartment cover.

Optional Carbon Filter Application

Steps to apply the carbon filter to the waste receptacle lid for odor control.

Filling the Litter Box

How to fill the unit with premium clumping litter and check the correct level.

Powering and Initial Operation

Connecting the AC Adapter

Instructions for connecting the AC adapter to the unit and a wall outlet.

Turning On and First Cleaning Cycle

How to turn on the unit and what to expect during the first automatic cleaning cycle.

Optional Accessories Installation

Cat Paw-Cleaning Ramp Attachment

Detailed steps for attaching the paw-cleaning ramp to the waste receptacle compartment cover.

Litter Box Carpet and Privacy Tent

Mentions placing the unit on a carpet and assembling the privacy tent.

Removing and Disposing of Waste Receptacle

Waste Receptacle Removal Procedure

Steps to detach the lid and lift the compartment cover to access the receptacle.

Disposing of Filled Waste Receptacle

Instructions on how to secure the lid and dispose of the filled waste receptacle.

LitterMaid Self-Cleaning Litter Box Specifications

General

Brand	LitterMaid
Model	Self-Cleaning Litter Box
Category	Pet Care Product
Language	English