Contents
- SAFETY GUIDELINES
- IN THE BOX
- PRODUCT OVERVIEW
- BUTTONS AND INDICATORS OVERVIEW
- SET UP THE FEEDER
- CONTROLLING VIA APP
- CLEAN AND CARE
- TROUBLESHOOTING
- SPECIFICATIONS
- WARRANTY
SAFETY GUIDELINES
⚠ WARNING
- Dispose of all packaging materials properly. Some items may be packed in plastic bags; these bags could cause suffocation; keep away from children and pets.
- Do NOT allow small children to play with, in or around the pet feeder.
- To reduce the risk of injury, please keep close supervision when the appliance is used near children.
- Do NOT use the feeder with pets not able to reach the food tray or with any physical disability.
- Do NOT immerse the base part in water at any time as it may damage electronic components like the control panel.
- Do NOT place any foreign object in the pet feeder.
- Do NOT use outdoors. Check operation frequently to be sure the unit is dispensing properly.
- Do NOT use wet, canned or moist food.
- Do NOT disassemble the unit other than as instructed in this User Guide.
- Do NOT use the feeder for anything other than its intended use.
- Only use attachments recommended or sold by the manufacturer. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition. Do not modify the pet feeder.
- Do not operate any appliance if the unit is malfunctioning or has been damaged. Do not attempt repairs on the pet feeder yourself. Contact customer service immediately for further instructions.
- Always unplug when not in use and before cleaning.
- Never pull on the electrical power cord to remove the plug from the wall outlet.
- If the plug of this device gets wet, turn off the electricity to that wall outlet. Do not attempt to unplug.
- Examine the feeder after installation. Do not plug in if there is water on the power cord or plug.
- To avoid tripping, always position power cord out of the way of foot traffic.
⚠ CAUTION
- Do NOT install or store the pet feeder where it will be exposed to weather or temperatures below 4°C / 39.2°F.
- Use alkaline D batteries to power. Do NOT use rechargeable batteries.
- Check the batteries regularly. Before leaving for extended time, always replace batteries with new ones.
- Do NOT lift the pet feeder by lid, food tank, or food tray. Lift and carry it using both hands and the base, while keeping the unit in an upright position.
- Suitable for dry food ONLY, with kibble size ranging from 2-15mm / 0.07-0.6 inch in diameter. Larger kibble may get stuck at the food outlet.
- Do not put your fingers into the food outlet or let your fingers touch the rotor.
- Read and observe all important notices listed on the pet feeder and in the packaging.
IN THE BOX
The package includes:
- 1 x Automatic Pet Feeder
- 1 x Food Bowl with Holder
- 1 x Power Adapter
- 1 x User Guide Kit
- 1 x Desiccant Bag
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The PETLIBRO Granary Automatic Pet Feeder consists of the following parts:
- Lid
- Seal Strip
- Food Tank
- Transparent Window
- Tank Base
- Anti-Clog Detector
- Control Panel
- Display Panel
- Food Outlet
- Feeder Base
- Stainless Steel Bowl
- Bowl Holder
Diagram showing the assembled pet feeder with numbered parts: Lid, Seal Strip, Food Tank, Transparent Window, Tank Base, Anti-Clog Detector, Control Panel, Display Panel, Food Outlet, Feeder Base, Stainless Steel Bowl, Bowl Holder.
BUTTONS AND DISPLAY OVERVIEW
Buttons Overview
Illustration of the control panel buttons: Unlocked, Manual Feeding, Record, and Reset buttons.
- Unlocked Button ?: To unlock the control panel, press and hold the button for 5 seconds. The device will emit a "Di, DiDi" sound.
- Manual Feeding Button ?️: In the unlocked state, press once to dispense 1 portion of food.
- Record Button ?: In the unlocked state, press and hold the button. Recording starts after a beep. Record your message (Max: 10 seconds). Release the button when finished; two beeps indicate it's saved.
- Reset Button ?: In the unlocked state, keep holding the reset button until the feeder emits "Di, DiDi" beeps. The WiFi indicator will keep flashing, indicating the device is ready for re-connection.
Indicators Overview
Illustration of the control panel indicators: Food Level, Lock, WiFi, and Work Status indicators.
- Food level indicator ?: Lights up red if the food level is low. Off if the tank has enough food.
- Lock indicator ?: On if the control panel is locked. Off if the control panel is unlocked. Note: The control buttons and screen will be locked automatically after 30 seconds of standby.
- WiFi Indicator ?:
Status Description Flash every one second The feeder is in Bluetooth/AP mode, ready to connect with APP. Stay Solid Connected to WiFi. Off Not connected to WiFi. - Work Status Indicator ⚙️:
Status Description On Food blockage or the motor can't work. Off Everything is working well.
SET UP THE FEEDER
Assembly and Prepare for Setting
- Take out the food bowl inside the food tank. Twist the lid anticlockwise to remove the lid. Pull up along the notches on either side to remove the food tank.
Diagram showing how to remove the lid by twisting anticlockwise and then lifting the food tank upwards from the feeder base.
- Place the desiccant bag into the inner box under the lid.
Notes:- It is recommended to change the desiccant bag every 15 days to prevent mold growth.
- Remove the desiccant bag before cleaning the lid.
Diagram showing the placement of the desiccant bag under the lid.
- Install the food tank. Align the food tank with the notches on both sides of the tank base.
Diagram illustrating how to align and install the food tank onto the tank base using the side notches.
- Add dry pet food to the food tank.
Notes:- To prevent uneven food dispensing, please add enough pet food to the visible level.
- Recommended kibble size: 2-15mm / 0.07-0.6 inch in diameter.
- Do not use canned, wet, or moist food.
Diagram showing dry pet food being poured into the food tank, with a measurement scale indicating 15mm kibble size and a minimum grain level line.
- Put the lid back on. To snap into place, turn the lid clockwise from the right rotating sign (unlocked symbol) to the left rotating sign (locked symbol).
Diagram showing the lid being twisted clockwise to lock it onto the food tank, moving from an unlocked padlock symbol to a locked padlock symbol.
- Install the Food Bowl. Attach the bowl to the designated notches underneath the feeder base.
Note: Before moving the feeder, press the bowl down to remove it from the feeder base. If there is grain in the food bowl, handle it gently to avoid spilling. Hold the base instead of any other parts when lifting the feeder.Diagram showing the food bowl being attached to the feeder base from below.
- Connect Power.
- Plug the 5V power adapter into a power socket and the USB cable into the USB port on the back of the feeder.
- The LED display will light up automatically to indicate the feeder is on.
- Open the battery compartment at the bottom of the feeder. Install three alkaline D batteries (not included) in case of a power outage. Make sure the batteries match the positive and negative poles with the markings in the compartment.
- Batteries are not included.
- To avoid sudden power outage and the feeding of your pet is affected, do not use the batteries as the only source to power the feeder; the batteries can only be used as an emergency plan.
- To avoid battery leakage, remove the batteries if the device won't be in use for a period of time.
Diagram showing the power adapter connected to the feeder's USB port and the battery compartment at the bottom for three D batteries.
CONTROLLING VIA APP
Note: The feeder supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi.
System Requirements
iPhone on iOS 10.0 or later; smartphone on Android 5.0 or later.
Install the APP & Log in
- Search "PETLIBRO LITE" in App Store (Apple App Store icon) or Google Play (Google Play Store icon) to download the App.
- Sign up and log into your account.
Add the Device
A. Add the Feeder Via Bluetooth Mode
- Open the App, select Home page, tap "Add Device" or "+" in the upper right corner.
Screenshot of the PETLIBRO LITE app home screen with "Add Device" button highlighted.
- Choose PLAF103 WiFi Feeder.
Screenshot of the PETLIBRO LITE app showing device selection, with "PLAF103 WiFi Feeder" as an option.
- Follow the instructions on the screen, and confirm the WiFi indicator on the feeder is flashing.
Note: If the WiFi indicator on the feeder is not flashing, hold the unlocked button for 5s to unlock, the lock indicator goes out. Keep holding the reset button until the WiFi indicator keeps flashing.Illustrations showing the feeder's control panel with WiFi indicator flashing, and the unlocked and reset button actions.
- Add the device PLAF103 by entering WiFi account and password.
Screenshots of the PETLIBRO LITE app showing the process of selecting the PLAF103 device and entering WiFi credentials.
- Feeder connected, start to set the feeding time and portions, record meal call, and set the times the meal call play.
B. Add the Feeder in AP Mode
- Turn off the Bluetooth on your phone.
Screenshot of a phone's quick settings showing Bluetooth turned off.
- Open the App, tap "Add Device" or "+" in the upper right corner, choose PLAF103 WiFi Feeder, tap the icon at the top right corner and choose AP mode.
Screenshots of the PETLIBRO LITE app showing the "Add Device" option and the selection of AP mode for connection.
- Confirm the WiFi indicator on the feeder is flashing.
Note: If the WiFi indicator on the feeder is not flashing, hold the unlocked button for 5s to unlock, the lock indicator goes out. Keep holding the reset button until the WiFi indicator keeps flashing. - Enter your WiFi account and password, and go to the WiFi connection interface on your phone, find the device "SL-PETLIBRO-xxxx" and tap to connect.
- Back to the App and wait for connecting.
- Feeder connected, start to set the meal time and portion size, record meal call, and set the times the meal call play.
Manually Feeding the Pet
On Manual page, choose the portion you want to feed first, then tap the Feed icon. The feeder will feed immediately.
Screenshot of the PETLIBRO LITE app's manual feeding screen, showing portion selection and a 'Feed' button.
Set Meal Plan
On Schedule page, tap the Add icon, choose feeding time, feeding days, and feeding portions.
Screenshots of the PETLIBRO LITE app's schedule page, showing options to add feeding times, days, and portions.
View the Logs
On Log page, you can view the feeding records and abnormal notifications.
Screenshot of the PETLIBRO LITE app's log page, displaying feeding history and notifications.
Record a Meal Call & Set Playback Times
Tap the 'Settings' icon (gear symbol) in the upper right corner → Recording, then tap the Add icon, follow the instructions on the screen to record a meal call, set the times the meal call play.
Screenshots of the PETLIBRO LITE app showing navigation to recording settings, recording a meal call, and setting playback times.
Note: The device can only keep the latest recording. When a new recording is done, the old recording will be automatically deleted.CLEAN AND CARE
Reset the Feeder on App
Tap the 'Settings' icon (gear symbol) in the top right corner → Factory Reset. The feeder emits beeps: Di, DiDi, the WiFi indicator keeps flashing, it indicates the device is ready for re-connection.
Share the Device
Tap the 'Settings' icon (gear symbol) in the top right corner → Share Device → Add Sharing. If you want to add the feeder to another person's mobile phone, register a new account on his/her phone first, then you can share the device with the new account. Make sure the two accounts are registered in the same country.
Remove Device
Tap the 'Settings' icon (gear symbol) in the top right corner → Remove Device → Disconnect.
Check FAQs and Send Feedback
Tap the 'Settings' icon (gear symbol) in the top right corner → FAQ&Feedback. Check the frequently asked questions related to the device, and you can also submit questions and feedback to us.
It's recommended to clean the feeder regularly for the health of pets. The washable parts are as follows: lid, food tank, tank base, stainless steel bowl, and bowl holder. Clean other parts with a dry cloth.
Clean the tank lid, food tank, tank base
Before removing the food tank, be sure the food tank is empty in case of food spilling all over.
Diagram showing the food tank being removed (marked with an 'X' for empty) and then re-installed (marked with a checkmark).
- Disconnect power before cleaning.
Diagram showing the power adapter being unplugged from the wall outlet.
- Twist anticlockwise to remove the lid and take out the desiccant bag from the inner box under the lid.
Diagram showing the lid being twisted anticlockwise to unlock and remove it, and the desiccant bag being taken out.
- Pull up along the notches to remove the tank.
Diagram showing the food tank being lifted upwards from the base using the notches.
- Twist anticlockwise to remove the tank base.
Diagram showing the tank base being twisted anticlockwise to detach it.
- Thoroughly rinse and air dry the lid, tank and tank base.
Diagram showing water rinsing and air drying symbols for the lid, tank, and tank base.
- Refit them to the machine. Turn the tank base clockwise until it snaps into place.
Diagram showing the tank base being refitted and twisted clockwise to lock into place.
- Then install the tank and lid.
Diagram showing the tank and lid being reassembled onto the feeder.
Clean the Food Bowl
- Press down the food bowl with holder to remove them.
Diagram showing the food bowl and holder being pressed down and removed from the feeder base.
- Rinse and air dry them thoroughly before refitting them to the machine.
Diagram showing water rinsing and air drying symbols for the food bowl and holder.
TROUBLESHOOTING
The answers to these questions should help you solve most problems you may have with the pet feeder. If they do not, please contact customer care via support@petlibro.com.
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| I press the buttons but they don't work. | Press and hold the Unlocked Button for 5s to unlock the buttons. |
| The food won't come out. |
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SPECIFICATIONS
| Model | PLAF103 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 5 liters |
| Power | DC 5V power adapter; 3 x alkaline D batteries (not included) |
| Power Adapter | AC100-240V, 50/60Hz Input, DC 5V output |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C - 55°C / 32°F - 131°F |
| Dimensions | 28 x 19 x 19 cm / 11x 7.5 x 7.5 in |
| Net Weight | 2kg / 4.4 lbs |
WARRANTY
PETLIBRO provides a 1-year warranty for this appliance. Customers can email the support team at support@petlibro.com with any questions and their order ID. For more information, please visit www.petlibro.com.
