Applica LitterMaid Elite LME9000 - Manual (Page 8)

• Before reassembling, spray litter tray surface with nonstick cooking spray
or silicone spray, and wipe with a soft, dry cloth. This will help to prevent
waste clumps from adhering to the surface of the tray.
Removing Disposable Waste Receptacle
We recommend avoiding contact with waste material. Wear rubber or latex
gloves when handling used disposable waste receptacle.
• Depress the two push tabs in the waste receptacle
compartment cover (W). (Detach the disposable waste
receptacle lid from the waste receptacle compartment
cover.)
• Lift the compartment cover, exposing the closed disposable
waste receptacle assembly.
• Press in on all four corners of lid to secure lid to the waste
receptacle, pull the disposable waste receptacle edge free
from the tabs holding it in place, lift out and dispose (X).
Disposable waste receptacles are available in packages
of 12 or 18 and may be purchased through your local retailer,
by visiting our website at www.littermaid.com, or by calling us
at 1-800-738-0245. We will be happy to assist you in any way
we can.
Rake Removal & Cleaning
Removing the rake:
The rake can be removed for easy cleaning.
We recommend wearing rubber or latex gloves when handling the soiled rake.
• Be sure rake is in the home position.
• grasp rake ledge underneath logo and slide up and off of unit.
• Clean rake with a soft cloth using warm water and mild detergent. Do not use
scouring pads or harsh or abrasive chemicals. Spray rake lightly with nonstick
cooking spray or a silicone spray before reinstalling.
Note: Rake may be cleaned while installed by using the LitterMaid® triple-
action tool.
Paw-Cleaning Ramp: (Optional item)
• Remove mat by gently pulling on the fabric strip provided
(Y).
• The mat is held in place by 5 tabs and will remove easily.
• Remove and clean carpet by using a vacuum cleaner.
• To return it to its original position, reinsert carpet under the
tabs. It is not necessary to remove the plastic ramp to clean
the mat.
Note: For small stains, moisten a sponge with mild detergent and cold water;
wipe to clean. Do not use soaps or chemical cleaners, as they may be harmful
to your cat.
Caution: Do not place carpet in washer or dryer. Do not vacuum carpet when
it is wet.
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Troubleshooting
Rake continues to go through cleaning cycles.
Probable Cause:
• Too much litter in the litter box is causing excess litter to collect behind
the rake, preventing it from returning to home position. Or, there is an
obstacle in front at the rake. If the rake cannot move an obstacle during
the cleaning cycle, the unit will go through a cleaning cycle up to five
times in an attempt to clear the obstacle. If unsuccessful, the rake will
return to its home position, and the green light will blink slowly (1 time
per second), indicating that the rake has encountered an obstacle
it cannot move.
Solution:
1. Turn the ON/OFF switch to OFF.
Important: When the ON/OFF button is in the OFF position it only disables
the rake function.
2. Clear the obstacle.
Be sure litter in tray is just below the Full Line. Use the LitterMaid® triple-
action tool to measure the level of the litter in the center of the unit. Full
Line will not be visible if tray is overfilled.
3. Turn the ON/OFF switch to ON.
4. The rake will run through a complete cleaning cycle. When cycle is
finished, the unit is ready for use.
Unit does not operate 10 minutes after cat leaves.
Probable Cause:
• Dusty sensors (Sensors need to be covered for 5 seconds to activate.)
Solution:
1. Wipe each sensor with a soft, dry cloth.
2. Turn the ON/OFF switch to OFF.
Important: When the ON/OFF button is in the OFF position it only disables
the rake function.
3. Turn the ON/OFF switch to ON.
4. Unit will run through a cleaning cycle.
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