Miaosical Dual Automatic Cat Feeder

Introduction

The Miaosical Dual Automatic Cat Feeder is designed to provide convenient and consistent feeding for up to two cats. Featuring a 4.2L large capacity food tank, flexible scheduling for up to 6 meals per day, and a 10-second voice recording function, this feeder ensures your pets are fed on time with precise portions. Its dual power supply offers reliability, and the innovative dual bowl design helps prevent food disputes between pets. This manual provides detailed instructions for setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting to help you get the most out of your automatic feeder.

Image: The Miaosical Dual Automatic Cat Feeder, black in color, with two stainless steel bowls filled with dry kibble. The feeder features a clear window to monitor food levels and a control panel at the base.

Product Features

• Dual Cat Feeding: Designed to feed two cats simultaneously with separate bowls, reducing competition.
• Flexible Schedule: Program up to 6 meals per day, with 1 to 12 portions per meal (approx. 6g ± 2g per portion).
• 4.2L Large Capacity: Ample storage for dry pet food, suitable for extended periods.
• Dual Power Supply: Operates via 5V USB power adapter (included) or 3 x D cell batteries (not included) for backup.
• 10-Second Voice Record: Record a personalized message to call your pets at meal times.
• 2-in-1 Design: Can be used as a dual bowl feeder or a single bowl feeder with a stopper for water or wet food.
• Anti-Clog Rotor: Engineered to prevent kibble jams, ensuring consistent food dispensing.
• Memory Chip Function: Retains time and programming settings even after power loss.
• Easy to Clean: Detachable food tank, lid, and bowls for hassle-free cleaning.
• Safety Locks: Double safety lid locks and a panel lock prevent pets from accessing food or altering settings.

Image: The automatic feeder displaying a schedule example with 6 meal times throughout the day, illustrating its flexible timer setting capability.

Image: A close-up view of the bottom of the feeder, showing the battery compartment designed for three D cell batteries, highlighting the dual power supply feature.

Image: The automatic feeder with a speaker icon and a speech bubble indicating a 10-second voice recording feature, showing two cats looking towards the feeder, suggesting they are responding to a recorded call.

Package Contents

Please check the package contents upon unboxing to ensure all components are present:

• Miaosical Dual Automatic Cat Feeder Unit
• Food Tank Lid
• Stainless Steel Bowls (2, optional, depending on model)
• ABS Food Bowls (2, if stainless steel not included)
• Stopper (1 piece, for single bowl use)
• 5V USB Power Adapter
• USB Cable
• User Manual (this document)
• Desiccant Bag Holder (integrated)

Product Structure

Familiarize yourself with the different parts of your Miaosical Dual Automatic Cat Feeder:

Image: A detailed diagram illustrating the various components of the Miaosical Dual Automatic Cat Feeder, including the safe-lock lid, desiccant bag holder, 4.2L container, transparent strip, anti-clog rotor, stainless steel bowls (optional), pet-safe ABS bowls, and press panel.

• Safe-Lock Lid: Secures the food tank and prevents pets from opening it.
• Desiccant Bag Holder: Keeps food fresh and dry by holding a desiccant bag (not included).
• 4.2L Container: Main food storage tank.
• Transparent Strip: Allows for easy monitoring of food levels.
• Anti-clog Rotor: Dispenses food smoothly and prevents jams.
• Pet-safe ABS Bowl / Stainless Steel Bowl: Food bowls for your pets.
• Press Panel: Control interface with LCD screen and buttons for programming.

Setup

1. Unpack and Assemble: Remove all components from the packaging. Ensure the food tank is securely placed on the base unit. Attach the food bowls to their designated slots.
2. Power Supply:
   • Connect the 5V USB power adapter to the feeder and plug it into a wall outlet.
   • For battery backup, open the battery compartment at the bottom of the unit and insert 3 x D cell batteries (not included), ensuring correct polarity.
3. Fill Food Tank: Open the safe-lock lid and pour dry kibble (2-10mm size recommended) into the 4.2L container. Close the lid securely.
4. Insert Desiccant Bag (Optional): Place a desiccant bag (not included) into the desiccant bag holder located on the underside of the lid to keep food fresh.
5. Initial Setup and Programming:
   • The LCD screen will light up. If the screen is locked, press and hold the "SET" button for 3 seconds to unlock it.
   • Set the current time using the arrow buttons and "SET" button.
   • Proceed to set meal times and portion sizes as detailed in the "Operating Instructions" section.

Operating Instructions

Setting Meal Times and Portions:

1. Unlock Panel: If the LCD display is locked (after 20 seconds of inactivity), press and hold the "SET" button for 3 seconds to unlock it.
2. Enter Meal Setting Mode: Press the "SET" button repeatedly to cycle through meal settings (Meal 1 to Meal 6).
3. Set Meal Time: When the desired meal number is displayed, use the Up/Down arrow buttons to adjust the hour and minute. Press "SET" to confirm each adjustment.
4. Set Portions: After setting the time, the portion number will flash. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to select the number of portions (1-12) for that meal. Press "SET" to confirm.
5. Repeat: Repeat steps 2-4 for all desired meals.

Recording Voice Message:

1. Unlock Panel: Ensure the panel is unlocked.
2. Record: Press and hold the microphone button. The feeder will beep, indicating it's recording. Speak your 10-second message clearly. Release the button to stop recording.
3. Play Back: Briefly press the microphone button to play back your recorded message.

Using Single/Dual Feeder Mode:

The feeder comes with one stopper. To use it as a single bowl feeder, insert the stopper into one of the food outlets. This allows you to manually feed water, wet food, or larger kibble in the other bowl while the automatic dispenser feeds into the stopped side.

Video: This video provides instructions on how to program the Miaosical dual pets feeder, covering setting meal times and portion sizes.

Image: The automatic feeder demonstrating its 2-in-1 functionality, showing how a stopper can be inserted to convert it from a dual feeder to a single feeder, allowing for dry kibble in one bowl and wet food or large kibble in the other.

Maintenance

Regular cleaning ensures the longevity and hygiene of your feeder. The main unit (with electronics) is not washable.

1. Disassemble: Unplug the feeder and remove any remaining food. Detach the food tank, lid, and food bowls from the base unit.
2. Wash Components: Wash the food tank, lid, and bowls with mild soap and water. Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue.
3. Dry Completely: Ensure all washed components are completely dry before reassembling to prevent moisture from affecting the food or electronics.
4. Clean Base Unit: Wipe the base unit with a clean, damp cloth. Do not submerge the base unit in water.
5. Reassemble: Once all parts are dry, reassemble the feeder.

Video: This video demonstrates the proper method for cleaning the Miaosical dual pets feeder, showing how to detach and wash the removable components.

Image: Various detachable components of the automatic feeder, including the bowls and food tank, are shown being washed in a sink, emphasizing the ease of cleaning.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues with your Miaosical Dual Automatic Cat Feeder, please refer to the following common problems and their solutions:

Image: A troubleshooting guide table listing common problems such as unresponsive buttons, forgotten feeding schedules, food not dispensing, LCD display issues, and voice recording playback problems, along with their respective solutions.

Specifications

Warranty and Support

Warranty: The Miaosical Dual Automatic Cat Feeder comes with a 1-year warranty from the date of purchase, covering manufacturing defects. Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims.

Customer Support: For any questions, technical assistance, or warranty inquiries, please contact Miaosical customer support. Refer to the contact information provided with your product packaging or visit the official Miaosical store on Amazon for support options.

You can also refer to the official User Manual (PDF) for additional details: Download PDF Manual