PETLIBRO PLAF103 Granary WIFI Automatic Cat Feeder User Manual
- June 15, 2024
- PETLIBRO
Table of Contents
Model: PLAF103
USER MANUAL
Granary Automatic pet Feeder –
WiFi Control 5L
Double Food Tray
Read this manual belore using the product, and keep it for future roeference.
This product is inended for household use only.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
! WARNING
- Dispose of all packeging materials properly. Some items may be packed in plastic bags; these bags could cause suffocation. Keep them away from children and pets.
- Do NOT use the feeder with pets that are 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 use the unit outdoors. Check its operation frequently to be sure it is dispensing propery
- Do NOT use wet, canned or moist food, Do NOT disassemble the unit other than as instructed in this user manual,
- Only use accessories recammended or sold by the man- ufacturer. The use of accessories not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition, Do not modify the pet feeder.
- Examine the feeder after installation. Do not plug in if there is water on the power cord or plug.
- To avoid trioping, always position the power cable out of the way of foot traffc.
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 the unit. Do NOT use rechargeable batteries.
- Check the batteries regularly. Before leaving for an extended period of 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 sizes ranging fram 2-1Smm (0.07—0.5in) in diameter. Larger kibble may get stuck at the food outlet.
- Do nat put your fingers into the food outlet or let your fingers touch the rotor.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Oper- ation 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 modificatiors to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
NOTE:
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 inter- ference 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 differ- ent from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni- cian 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 guide- lines, This equipment
should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20cm from your bady.
WARRANTY
- 1-year warranty
- Lifetime support
For guidance on product use, please contact our customer service team via email: support@petlibro.com.
IN THE BOX
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
- 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
- Meal Splitter
- Desiccant Box
- Power Jack
- Battery Compartment
- Compartment Lid
- Power Adapter
- Speaker
BUTTONS AND INDICATORS OVERVIEW
Buttons Overview
Unlock Button
To unlock the control panel, press and hold the button for 5 seconds; the
device emits a “di” sound and a “didi” sound.
Manual Feeding Button
In the unlocked state, press once to dispense 1 portion of food.
Record Button
In the unlocked stete, press and hold the button, and start recording after
a beep is heard. Record your message (maximum 10 seconds). When you finish
recording, release the button, and you wil hear two beeps, indicating the
recording is saved
Reset Button
In the unlocked state, press and hold the button until the device emits “di”
sound and a “didi” sound. The WiFi indicator flashes rapidly atfirst,
indicating the device is resetting, and then slowly, indicating the device is
ready for reconnectin.
Indicators Overview
Food Level Indicator
Light 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 will be locked automatically after 30 seconds
of standby.
WiFi Indicator
Flash every one second | The feeder is ready to connect to WiFi. |
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Flash several times per second | The feeder is connecting to WiFi or upgrading |
the software.
Double flash| WiFi password error.
Stay solid| Connected to WiFi.
Off| WiFi function is off.
Work Status Indicator
On | Food blockage or the motor can’t work. |
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Off | Everything is working well. |
SET UP THE FEEDER
Assembly and Preparation for Setting
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Turn the lid counterclockwise and take out the power adapter and user manual inside.
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Connect to a power source.
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Plug the 5V power adapter into a power socket and the USB cable into the USB port on the back of the feeder.
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The LED display will light up automaticaly to indicate the feeder is on.
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Open the battery compartment at the boztom 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 markirgs in the compartment.
Notes:
● Batteries are not included.
● To avoid a sudden power outage that affects the feeding of your pet, do not use the batteries as the only power source. 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 an extended period of time.
● When the feeder is powered only by batteries, the WiFi function, record button, and reset button would be disabled to extend the working time (it depends on versions), but the meal schedules would be carried out normally. -
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. -
Add dry pet food to the food tank.
Notes:
● To prevent uneven food dispensing, please add enough food to the feeder. Make sure you can see at a glance how much kibble is left
● Recommended kibble size: 2-15mm (0.07-0.5in) in diameter.
● Do not use canned, wet, or moist food. -
Put the lid back on.
To snap into place, turn the lid clockwise from the right rotating sign to the left rotating sign (black), as shown in the figure below. -
Take out and install the double food tray.
Attach the double food tray 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 maximum right until it can’t be moved anymore. (The splitter will be positioned toward the right from the middle of the food outlet.)
Note: If the splitter is positioned in the middle of the food outlet, the
feeder may not dispense an equal amount of food.
Note: To remove the bowl holder from the feeder base, move the meal
splitter away from the food outlet.
If there is kibble in the food bowl, handle it gently to avoid spilling. Hold the base instead of any other parts when lifting the feeder.
CONTROLLING VIA APP
Note: The feeder supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz2 WiFi.
Keep the feeder close to your router for a better WiFi connection. The ideal
range is within 6 meters (19.7 feet) without obstacles and walls. It is
recommended to use a 2.4GHz WiFi connection when the distance is great or
there are obstacles like walls.
System Requirements
Supports iPhones running iOS 10.0 or later and Android smartphones running
Android 5.0 or later.
Install the App & Log in
- Scan the QR code on the right or search “PETLIBRO LITE” in the App Store or Google Play to download the app. https://a.smart321.com/dlpetlibro
- Sign up and log into your account.
Add the Device
A. Add the Feeder via Bluetooth Mode
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Open the app, select the Home page, and tap “Add Device” or “+” in the upper right corner.
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Select PLAF103 WiFi Feeder.
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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 unlock button for 5 seconds to unlock; the lock indicator goes out. Press and hold the reset button until the WiFi indicator flashes rapidly.) -
Add the device PLAF103 by entering a WiFi account and password.
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After the feeder is connected, begin setting the feeding time and portions, record the meal call, and set the times the meal call will play.
B. Add the Feeder in AP Mode
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Turn off the Bluetooth on your phone.
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Open the App, tap “Add Device” or “+” in the upper right corner, and select PLAF103 WiFi Feeder. Tap the icon in the upper right corner and select AP Mode.
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Confirm the WiFi indicator on the feeder is flashing.
( Note: If the WiFi indicator on the feeder is not flashing, hold the unlock button for 5 seconds to unlock; the lock indicator goes out. Press and hold the reset button until the WiFi indicator flashes rapidly.) -
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.
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Go back to the app and wait for the device to connect.
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After the feeder is connected, begin setting the feeding time and portions, record the meal call, and set the times the meal call will 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.
Set Meal Plan
On Schedule page, tap the Add icon, and then choose feeding time, feeding
days, and feeding portions.
View the Logs
On Log page, you can view the feeding records and abnormal notifications.
Record a Meal Call & Set Playback Times
Tap **** icon in the upper right corner, go to Recording, then tap the Add
icon. Follow the instructions on the screen to record a meal call and set the
times the meal call will play.
Note: The device can only keep the latest recording. When a new recording
is done, the old recording will be automatically deleted.
Reset the Feeder on the App
Tap ** icon in the upper right corner, then go to Factory Reset. The
device will emit a “di” sound and a “didi” sound. The WiFi indicator flashes
rapidly at first, indicating the device is resetting, and then slowly,
indicating the device is ready for reconnection.
Share the Device
Tap **icon in the upper right corner, then go to Share Device > Add
Sharing.
If you want to add the feeder to another person’s mobile phone, download the
app and 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 **icon in the top right corner, then go to Remove Device >
Disconnect.
Check FAQs and Send Feedback
Tap **icon in the top right corner, then go to FAQ & Feedback.
Check the frequently asked questions related to the device, and you can also
submit questions and feedback to us.
CLEAN AND CARE
It’s recommended to clean the feeder regularly for the health of your pets.
The washable parts are as follows: lid, food tank, tank base, stainless steel
bowl, and bowl holder.
Use a dry cloth to clean the remaining parts.
Clean the Tank Lid, Food Tank, and Tank Base
Before removing the food tank, be sure the tank is empty in case food spills
all over.
- Disconnect the power before cleaning.
- Turn the lid counterclockwise to remove it, and take out the desiccant bag from the inner box under the lid.
- Pull the notches on both sides outward a little and then up to remove the food tank.
- Turn the tank base counterclockwise to remove it.
- Thoroughly rinse and air-dry the lid, tank and tank base.
- Reinstall them on the product. Turn the tank base clockwise until it snaps into place.
- Install the tank and lid.
Clean 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 reinstalling them on the product.
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 our customer service team via support@petilibro.com.
Problem | Solution |
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Can’t connect the feeder to WiFi | 1) Keep the feeder and your phone close to |
your router; make sure the network signal is good.
2) Restart the feeder.
3) Follow the app’s instructions or our operation videos to add the feeder.
There is more than one method for adding.
4) Contact our after-sales team via email for help.
The WiFi connection goes offline frequently| 1) Keep the feeder close to your
router; make sure the network signal is good. It is ideal to make it within 6
meters (19.7 feet) without obstacles and walls.
2) Make sure the power cable is connected firmly.
3) Restart the feeder.
I press the buttons but they don’t work.| Press and hold the Unlock Button for
5s to unlock the buttons.
The indicators are off.| 1) Check whether the power is cut off.
2) Check whether the indicator function is off on the app.
The portion amount is not the same.| The first few portions may vary, but it
doesn’t mean the appliance is faulty. After about 6 feedings, it should be
almost even.
The food won’t come out.| 1) Please make sure the food in the tank is dry and
the food size is between 2-15mm (0.7-0.5in) 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 whether the battery level is low, whether the power adapter is
connected, and whether a power outage occurs when the power adapter is
connected but batteries are not installed.
I can’t remove the food tank.| Pull the notches on both sides outward a little
and then up to remove the food tank.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model | PLAF103 |
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Capacity | 5L |
Power | DC 5V power adapter; |
3 x alkaline D batteries (not included)
Power Adapter| AC 100-240V 50/60Hz (input)
DC 5V (output)
Operating Temperature| 0°C-55°C / 32°F-131°F
Dimensions| 34 x 19 x 19cm / 13 x 7.5 x 7.5in
Net Weight| 1.91kg / 4.21 lb
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.
PETLIBRO
Granary Automatic Pet Feeder –
WiFi Control 5L Double Food Tray
Model: PLAF103
©Libro Corp. All Rights Reserved.
Manufacturer: Shenzhen Libro Technology Co., Ltd.
Address: 12/F, Tower B, GALAXY WORLD, Yabao Road,
Longgang District, Shenzhen, China
Made in China
PLAF103_V2.1
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
FCC ID: 2A3DE-PLAF103
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