1. Introduction
The Ymiko Automatic Cat Feeder is designed to provide a convenient and reliable solution for feeding your pets. This granary-style pet feeder ensures your cat receives timely and portion-controlled meals, even when you are away. Equipped with freshness-preserving functions and a voice recorder, it helps maintain your pet's healthy diet and routine.
Figure 1: Main view of the Ymiko Automatic Cat Feeder.
2. Key Features
- Timed and Portion-Controlled Feeding: Program up to 4 meals per day with up to 9 portions per meal, ensuring a consistent and healthy diet for your pet. Each portion is approximately 7 grams.
Figure 2: Visual representation of feeding capacity and portion control.
- Voice Recorder: Record a personalized message (up to 10 seconds) to call your pet to their meal, providing comfort and familiarity.
Figure 3: The voice recording feature helps call your pets to their meal.
- Dual Power Supply: Operates via a standard power adapter or 3 D-cell batteries (not included) for backup, ensuring uninterrupted feeding even during power outages.
Figure 4: The feeder supports both AC power and battery backup for reliability.
- Secure Locking Lid: Features a secure lid mechanism to prevent pets from accessing food outside of scheduled feeding times, promoting healthy eating habits.
Figure 5: The locking lid ensures food security and prevents overeating.
- Anti-Clogging Design: Engineered to prevent food jams, ensuring smooth and consistent food delivery. Recommended kibble size is 2-15mm.
Figure 6: Internal design minimizes clogging for reliable operation.
3. Setup Guide
- Unpack and Assemble: Carefully remove all components from the packaging. Ensure the food bowl is securely attached to the main feeder unit.
- Power Connection:
- Connect the AC power adapter to the feeder and plug it into a wall outlet.
- For battery backup, insert 3 D-cell batteries into the battery compartment at the bottom of the unit. Ensure correct polarity.
- Fill Food Reservoir: Open the top lid by pressing the release buttons on both sides. Pour dry pet food into the reservoir. Close the lid securely until it clicks into place.
- Initial Power On: The display screen will light up. If not, check power connections or battery installation.
4. Operating Instructions
Control Panel Overview:
The control panel features a digital display and several buttons for programming:
- SET Button: Enters programming mode and confirms settings.
- UP/DOWN Arrows: Adjust values (time, portions, meals).
- Microphone Button: For voice recording.
- Manual Feed Button: Dispenses a single portion instantly.
Setting Current Time:
- Press and hold the SET button until the hour digit flashes.
- Use the UP/DOWN arrows to adjust the hour. Press SET to confirm.
- Repeat for minutes.
Programming Meal Times and Portions:
- Press the SET button repeatedly to cycle through Meal 1, Meal 2, Meal 3, and Meal 4 settings.
- When a meal time flashes, use UP/DOWN arrows to set the desired feeding hour and minute. Press SET after each adjustment.
- After setting the time, the portion number will flash. Use UP/DOWN arrows to select the number of portions (1-9) for that meal. Press SET to confirm.
- Repeat for all desired meals. To disable a meal, set its portion to 0.
Recording Voice Message:
- Press and hold the Microphone button until the display shows "REC".
- Speak your message (up to 10 seconds) into the microphone located near the display.
- Release the Microphone button to save the recording. The message will play automatically during each scheduled meal.
Manual Feeding:
To dispense a single portion instantly, briefly press the Manual Feed button.
5. Maintenance
Cleaning:
- Disconnect the power adapter and remove any batteries before cleaning.
- Remove the food bowl and wash it with mild soap and water. Rinse thoroughly and dry completely.
- Wipe the main feeder unit (exterior and interior of the food reservoir) with a damp cloth. Do not submerge the main unit in water.
- Ensure all parts are completely dry before reassembling and refilling.
Refilling Food:
Regularly check the food level in the reservoir. Refill as needed by opening the top lid and pouring in dry kibble. Always ensure the lid is securely closed to maintain food freshness and prevent spills.
6. Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Feeder not powering on. | No power, batteries low/incorrectly installed. | Check AC adapter connection. Replace batteries or ensure correct polarity. |
| Food not dispensing. | Food reservoir empty, food clogged, incorrect settings. | Refill food. Check for clogs and clear them. Verify meal times and portion settings. Ensure kibble size is within 2-15mm. |
| Incorrect time displayed. | Time not set or reset due to power interruption without battery backup. | Reset the current time following the "Setting Current Time" instructions. Consider using battery backup. |
| Voice message not playing. | No message recorded or recording corrupted. | Re-record the voice message. |
7. Specifications
- Brand: Ymiko
- Model Number: YM-AF001
- Item Weight: 3.41 pounds
- Product Dimensions: 7.08 x 7.08 x 11.02 inches
- Food Capacity: Approximately 3L (equivalent to 12 cups)
- Meals Per Day: 1-4 programmable meals
- Portions Per Meal: 1-9 portions (approx. 7g per portion)
- Recommended Kibble Size: 2-15mm
- Power Supply: AC Adapter (included) or 3 x D-cell Batteries (not included)
- Special Features: Voice Recording, Timer, Feeding Schedule, Freshness-Preserving, Anti-Clogging Design, Secure Locking Lid
- Target Species: Cat, Dog (Small Breeds)
8. Warranty and Support
Specific warranty information for the Ymiko Automatic Cat Feeder is not provided in the available product details. For warranty claims, technical support, or any product-related inquiries, please contact Ymiko customer service directly through their official channels or the retailer where the product was purchased.
9. Additional Resources
For more detailed instructions and visual guides, please refer to the official PDF documents:
