PETLIBRO Granary Automatic Pet Feeder
User Manual
Model: PLAF006
Manufacturer: Shenzhen Libro Technology Co., Ltd.
Website: www.petlibro.com
Safety Guidelines
WARNING
- Dispose of all packaging materials properly. Keep plastic bags away from children and pets as they can cause suffocation.
- Do NOT allow small children to play with, in, or around the pet feeder.
- Keep close supervision when the appliance is used near children to reduce the risk of injury.
- Do NOT use the feeder with pets unable 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 ensure 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 unrecommended attachments 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 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 the power cord out of the way of foot traffic.
CAUTION
- Do NOT allow pets to chew on or swallow any parts. If you are concerned about the power cord, purchase a cord conduit (a hard-plastic protector) at any hardware store.
- If an extension cord is necessary, use one with a proper rating.
- Do NOT install or store the pet feeder where it will be exposed to weather or temperatures below 4°C / 40°F.
- Use alkaline D batteries to power. Do NOT use rechargeable batteries.
- Check the batteries regularly. Before leaving for an extended time, always replace batteries with new ones.
- Do NOT lift the pet feeder by the 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 / 0.07-0.6in 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.
FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Radiation Exposure Statement: To maintain compliance with FCC's RF Exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm from your body.
Warranty
- 1-year warranty
- Lifetime support
For guidance on product use and warranty extension, please contact PETLIBRO after-sales staff via email: support@petlibro.com. If you have questions related to orders, please contact the seller through the shopping platform.
In the Box
- Automatic Pet Feeder X1
- Meal Splitter X1
- User Guide Kit
- Double Food Bowls with Holder X1
- Power Adapter X1
- Desiccant Bag X1
Product Overview
The PETLIBRO Granary Automatic Pet Feeder consists of the following parts:
- 1: Lid
- 2: Seal Strip
- 3: Food Tank
- 4: Transparent Window
- 5: Tank Base
- 6: Anti-Clog Detector
- 7: Meal Splitter
- 8: Stainless Steel Bowls
- 9: Control Panel
- 10: Display Panel
- 11: Food Outlet
- 12: Bowl Holder
- 13: Feeder Base
- 14: Desiccant Box
- 15: Power Jack
- 16: Power Adapter
- 17: Battery Compartment
- 18: Compartment Lid
- 19: Speaker
Control Panel Overview
- Unlock Button (①): Press and hold for 3s to unlock other buttons and screen.
- Manual Feeding Button (Θ): Press 1-5 times to dispense 1-5 portions of food.
- Record Button (?): Press once for a beep, record your message (max 10s), then press again to save with a double beep.
- Number Decrease Button (-): In unlocked status, press to switch between meal numbers. In setting status, press to decrease numbers.
- Number Increase Button (+): In unlocked status, press to switch between meal numbers. In setting status, press to increase numbers.
- Setting Button (⚙️): In setting status, press to confirm and enter the next step. Press and hold for 3s to return to the locked interface.
Display Icons
- Time Setting Icon (?): Indicates readiness for current time setting.
- Lock Icon (?): Lights up when other buttons are locked.
- Record Icon (?): Indicates readiness for setting the times the meal call plays.
- Battery Level Icon (?): Lights up when batteries are installed. Turns red and flashes when the battery level is low and needs replacing.
- Meal Number (1-6): Indicates the current meal being set or displayed.
- AM/PM Indicator: Shows whether the displayed time is AM or PM.
How to Use
Assembly and Prepare for Setting
- Twist the lid anticlockwise to open it.
- Place the desiccant bag into the inner box under the lid. Recommended to change the desiccant bag every 15 days to prevent mold growth. Remove the desiccant bag before cleaning the lid.
- Add dry pet food to the food tank. Recommended kibble size is 2-15mm / 0.07-0.6 inches in diameter. Do not use canned, wet, or moist food. Ensure enough pet food is added to the visible level to prevent uneven dispensing.
- Put the lid back on by turning it clockwise from the right rotating sign to the left rotating sign until it snaps into place.
- Take out the double food tray and attach it to the notch underneath the feeder base.
- Install the meal splitter by aligning it with the round hole. To dispense the same amount of food, move the Splitter to its end (maximum right). If the Splitter is in the middle, the feeder may not dispense an equal amount of food. To remove the bowl holder, move the meal splitter away from the food outlet.
Connecting 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.
- Open the battery compartment at the bottom of the feeder and install three D alkaline batteries (not included) for backup power. Ensure batteries match the positive and negative poles correctly. The battery icon will light up on the screen.
Notes:
- Batteries are not included.
- Batteries serve as an emergency backup and should not be used as the sole power source.
- Remove batteries if the device will not be used for an extended period to avoid leakage.
Program Setting
1. Set the Current Time
The feeder uses a 12-hour AM/PM format.
- Press and hold the Unlock Button (①) for 3 seconds to unlock the buttons and screen. The Current Time Setting Icon (?) will flash.
- Press the Setting Button (⚙️) to set the hour. The hour digits will flash.
- Use the Increase/Decrease buttons (+/-) to set the current hour, then press the Setting Button (⚙️) to save and move to the minutes setting.
- Set the tens digit of the minute using the Increase/Decrease buttons (+/-), then press the Setting Button (⚙️) to save. Set the single digit of the minute and press the Setting Button (⚙️) to save. The current time setting is complete.
The control buttons and screen will lock automatically after 1 minute of standby.
2. Set the Time and Portion of Meals
Set the time of the first meal:
- After setting the current time, the feeder enters feeding plan setting mode. Icon '1' will flash, indicating it's ready for the first meal's settings.
- Press the Setting Button (⚙️) to set the feeding time. The hour digits will flash.
- Use the Increase/Decrease buttons (+/-) to set the hour. Press the Setting Button (⚙️) to save and move to minutes setting.
- Set the tens digit of the minute using the Increase/Decrease buttons (+/-), then press the Setting Button (⚙️) to save. Set the single digit of the minute and press the Setting Button (⚙️) to save.
Set the portion of the first meal:
- Once the first meal time is set and saved, the feeder enters portion setting mode, displaying 'P-XX' (portions).
- Press the Increase/Decrease buttons (+/-) to set the portions (Max 50). Set the tens digit first, press the Setting Button (⚙️) to save, then set the single digit and press the Setting Button (⚙️) to save.
Repeat the steps to set the time and portion for up to 6 meals per day. The default feeding times are 6:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM, 12:00 AM, 1:00 AM for meals 1-6 respectively, with a default portion of 0. These can be adjusted.
3. Record a Meal Call
- In the unlocked state, press the Record Button (?) once. A beep will be heard.
- Record your message (maximum 10 seconds). Press the Record Button (?) again to end. Two beeps will confirm the recording is saved.
- The recording will play back automatically for you to check. The default playback is 2 times and plays at each designated meal, not during manual feeding.
4. Set the Times the Meal Call Plays
The meal call playback times can be set from 0-5. Setting it to zero will disable the meal call for that meal.
- In the unlocked state, press and hold the Record Button (?) for 3 seconds. The record icon will be on, and the meal icon '1' will flash.
- Use the Increase/Decrease buttons (+/-) to select the meal number you want to set, then press the Setting Button (⚙️) once to save.
- The screen will display 'F-XX' (playback times). Use the Increase/Decrease buttons (+/-) to set the number of times the meal call plays, then press the Setting Button (⚙️) to save.
- Repeat the steps for other meals. After all settings are complete, press and hold the Setting Button (⚙️) for 3 seconds to return to the locked interface.
5. Manually Feeding Your Pet
In the unlocked state, press the Manual Feeding Button (Θ) once. The feeder dispenses one portion of food. You can press this button up to 5 times for 5 portions. This does not affect the normal schedule and portion settings.
6. Clear All Settings
Press and hold the Increase/Decrease buttons (+/-) simultaneously for 6 seconds until the machine emits three beeps. All icons on the screen will light up, indicating the resetting is complete.
Clean and Care
Regular cleaning is recommended for your pet's health. The washable parts include the lid, food tank, tank base, stainless steel bowls, and bowl holder. Clean other parts with a dry cloth.
Cleaning the Tank Lid, Food Tank, and Tank Base
- Disconnect power before cleaning.
- Twist the lid anticlockwise to remove it and take out the desiccant bag.
- Pull up along the notches to remove the tank.
- Twist the tank base anticlockwise to remove it.
- Thoroughly rinse and air dry the lid, tank, and tank base.
- Refit them to the machine. Turn the tank base clockwise until it snaps into place, then install the tank and lid.
Cleaning the Bowls and Holder
- Remove the bowl holder from the feeder base.
- Rinse the stainless steel bowls and holder, and air dry them thoroughly before refitting them to the machine.
Specifications
Model | PLAF006 |
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Capacity | 5 liters |
Screen | LED screen |
Power | DC 5V power adapter; 3 x alkaline D batteries (not included) |
Power Adapter | AC100-240V Input, DC 5V output |
Operating Temperature | 0°C - 55°C / 32°F - 131°F |
Dimensions | 34.6 x 19 x 19 cm / 13.6 x 7.5 x 7.5 in |
Net Weight | 2kg / 4.4lbs |
Troubleshooting
Problem | Solution |
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"E1" shows on the screen and flashes. | 1) Remove blockages at the food outlet. 2) The anti-clog detector needs cleaning. |
I press the buttons but they don't work. | Press and hold the Unlock Button for 3s to enter the setting mode. |
I forget the meal settings. | 1) The number of meals set will show on the locked interface (if not set, it won't show). 2) In the unlocked state, press the Increase/Decrease button to choose the meal number you want to check, then press the setting button to check the settings. |
The food won't come out. | 1) Ensure the food in the tank is dry and the food size is within 2-15 mm / 0.07-0.6 inches in diameter. 2) Remove the food tank and tank base, and check if the chute inside is blocked. 3) Check if the anti-clog detector at the food outlet is dirty or blocked. 4) Check battery level, power adapter connection, and ensure power outage did not occur when the adapter was connected and batteries were not installed. |
LED display is off. | 1) Press and hold the Unlock Button for 3s to unlock the screen. 2) Check the power adapter connection. 3) If the display still won't light up when the appliance is properly connected to power, contact support@petlibro.com. |
I can't remove the food tank. | Pull upwards along the notches on either side to remove the food tank. |
The food amount of each portion is not the same. | The first few portions may vary, but this is not a fault. After approximately 6 feedings, the amounts should become consistent. |