1. Introduction
The WOPET Automatic Pet Feeder (Model F09) is designed to provide scheduled and portion-controlled meals for your small or medium-sized dog or cat. This device ensures consistent nutrition, promoting healthy eating habits even when you are away. Its features include a transparent food tank, programmable feeding times, voice recording, and a reliable dual power supply system.
Thank you for choosing the WOPET Automatic Pet Feeder. Please read this manual thoroughly before use to ensure proper operation and maintenance.
2. Product Overview
The WOPET Automatic Pet Feeder F09 offers convenience and peace of mind for pet owners. Key features include:
- Transparent Food Tank with Moisture-Proof Cover: Easily monitor food levels. The cover helps maintain food freshness by protecting against moisture.
- Timed and Portion-Controlled Feeding: Program up to 6 meals per day, with each meal dispensing 1 to 20 portions (approximately 9g per portion). This ensures accurate feeding amounts and schedules.
- 4L Large Capacity: The food tank holds approximately 1.8kg of dry pet food, allowing for up to 15 consecutive days of feeding, depending on your pet's consumption. Ideal for busy schedules, short trips, or early mornings.
- 10-Second Voice Recording Function: Record a personalized message to call your pet to eat. This message will play automatically at each scheduled feeding time.
- 2-Way Power Supply: Operates via the included AC adapter or 3 D-size alkaline batteries (not included) as a backup. This dual power system prevents feeding interruptions during power outages.
- Easy to Clean: The lid, food tank, and stainless steel food tray are removable for convenient cleaning.
Image: The WOPET Automatic Pet Feeder F09, a white unit with a transparent food tank, dispensing dry food into a stainless steel bowl. The digital display shows '5:30'.
3. Setup Instructions
Follow these steps to set up your WOPET Automatic Pet Feeder:
- Unpack and Assemble: Carefully remove all components from the packaging.
- Install Desiccant Bag: Open the top lid by twisting it counter-clockwise. Locate the desiccant compartment inside the lid and insert the provided desiccant bag to keep food fresh. Close the lid securely.
- Attach Food Tank: Place the transparent food tank onto the main body, ensuring it is properly aligned and secured.
- Fill Food Tank: Open the top lid and pour dry pet food into the transparent tank. Do not overfill. Close the lid securely.
- Connect Power:
- AC Power: Connect the AC adapter to the feeder's power port and plug it into a wall outlet.
- Battery Backup (Optional but Recommended): Open the battery compartment on the bottom of the feeder. Insert 3 D-size alkaline batteries (not included), ensuring correct polarity. Close the compartment. This provides backup power during outages.
- Turn On: Locate the power switch on the bottom of the feeder and switch it to the 'ON' position.
- Place Food Bowl: Place the stainless steel food bowl in front of the feeder's dispensing outlet.
Image: Visual guide for assembling the feeder, showing how to open the lid, insert the desiccant bag, attach the food tank, connect the power cable, and position the food bowl.
4. Operating Instructions
The control panel features a digital display and six buttons for programming. Refer to the image below for button layout.
Image: Detailed view of the feeder's control panel, showing the digital clock and meal indicators (1-6) along with the programming buttons.
4.1. Setting Current Time
- Press and hold the SET button (gear icon) until the hour digit flashes.
- Use the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust the hour.
- Press SET again to move to the minute digit, then adjust with UP and DOWN.
- Press OK to save the time.
4.2. Programming Automatic Meals
You can program up to 6 meals per day.
- Press the SET button repeatedly until the desired meal number (e.g., '1' for Meal 1) flashes on the display.
- Set Meal Time: The hour digit will flash. Use UP and DOWN to set the hour. Press SET to move to minutes, then adjust.
- Set Portion Size: After setting the time, the portion number (e.g., 'P-01') will flash. Use UP and DOWN to select the desired portion size (01-20). Each portion is approximately 9 grams.
- Press OK to save the settings for this meal.
- Repeat for additional meals (up to 6). To disable a meal, set its portion size to '00'.
4.3. Recording Voice Message
Record a 10-second message to play at each feeding time.
- Press and hold the REC button (microphone icon) until the display shows 'REC'.
- Speak clearly into the microphone for up to 10 seconds.
- Release the REC button to save the recording.
- To play back the recording, press the PLAY button (speaker icon).
Image: A cat looking towards the feeder, with text indicating the 10-second voice recording feature, which allows owners to call their pets to eat.
4.4. Manual Feeding
To dispense food manually at any time:
- Press the MANUAL button (hand icon).
- Each press will dispense one portion of food.
5. Maintenance
Regular cleaning ensures hygiene and extends the life of your feeder.
- Disassembly: Turn off the feeder and unplug the AC adapter. Remove the food bowl, then twist and lift the food tank and lid.
- Cleaning Removable Parts: The lid, food tank, and stainless steel food tray can be washed with water and mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly and dry completely before reassembly.
- Cleaning Main Body: The main body is not waterproof. Wipe it clean with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the main body in water or expose it to excessive moisture.
- Desiccant Replacement: Replace the desiccant bag every 1-2 months to maintain food freshness.
- Reassembly: Once all parts are dry, reassemble the feeder in reverse order of disassembly.
Image: The feeder's components, including the lid, food tank, main body, and food tray, separated for cleaning.
6. Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Feeder not dispensing food. | No power, food tank empty, food jammed, incorrect settings. | Check power connection/batteries. Refill food tank. Clear any food blockages. Verify meal schedule and portion settings. |
| Red indicator light flashing. | Low food level in the tank. | Refill the food tank. |
| Voice recording not playing. | No recording saved, volume too low. | Re-record your message. Ensure the volume is set appropriately (if adjustable). |
| Settings reset after power loss. | No battery backup installed or batteries are dead. | Install fresh D-size alkaline batteries for backup power. |
| Inaccurate portion dispensing. | Food kibble size/shape, mechanism obstruction. | Different kibble sizes can affect dispensed weight. Test and adjust portion settings accordingly. Ensure no obstructions in the dispensing mechanism. |
7. Specifications
- Model Number: F09
- Product Dimensions: 32.5 cm (L) x 19.8 cm (W) x 21 cm (H)
- Food Capacity: 4 Liters (approx. 1.8 kg of dry food)
- Target Species: Small to Medium Dogs and Cats
- Feeding Schedule: Up to 6 meals per day
- Portion Size: 1-20 portions per meal (approx. 9g per portion)
- Voice Recording: 10 seconds
- Power Supply: AC Adapter (included) or 3 x D-size alkaline batteries (not included)
- Color: White
- Special Uses: Care, Nursing, Overeating prevention, Food allergy management, General feeding
8. Warranty and Support
Your WOPET Automatic Pet Feeder F09 comes with a 2-year warranty from the date of purchase. This warranty covers manufacturing defects and malfunctions under normal use.
If you encounter any issues or have questions regarding your product, please do not hesitate to contact WOPET customer support. For assistance, please refer to the contact information provided with your purchase or visit the official WOPET website.
Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims.
