SweepOne™ Advanced Auto-Cleaning Litter Box System

FAQs

• Do I need to purchase a special brand of cat litter for the SweepOne?

  No. Any commercially available, premium, clumping, scoopable cat litter will work in the SweepOne.

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• Do I need to purchase special waste container bags for the SweepOne?

  No. This makes using the SweepOne one of the most economical and environmentally safe systems on the market. However for convenience, 10 PetSafe® kitty litter bags are included, and additional bags can be purchased at www.petsafe.net.

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• How often do I need to empty the waste receptacle?

  Depending on the level of use, we recommend you empty the waste receptacle every other day to control odor build-up and bacterial growth.

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• Will I use more litter than my traditional litter box?

  No. The SweepOne uses less litter than most traditional litter boxes. With traditional litter boxes you would need to scoop and refill litter every day, but with the SweepOne™ Advanced Auto-Cleaning Litter Box, you only have to scoop occasionally and refill as needed.

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• How old does my kitten need to be before using this litter box?

  We recommend that your kitten be at least six months old and able to use a traditional litter box before using this litter box.

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Installation & Setup

• Preparing the Litter Box

  The Waste Receptacle can be used with or without a PetSafe® Kitty Litter Bag. If using a kitty litter bag, we have included 10 PetSafe® Kitty Litter Bags for your convenience.

  1. Remove from package
  2. Secure a bag to the receptacle.
  3. Place the receptacle in the litter box.
  4. Secure filter to inside of receptacle lid. To reduce odor, we have provided 3 PetSafe® odor-eliminating filters.
  5. Replace once a week or as needed.
  6. Fill the SweepOne™ Advanced Auto-Cleaning Litter Box with premium clumping, scoopable cat litter to the designated fill line. DO NOT OVERFILL MAXIMUM LINE.
  7. Using the adaptor, plug the litter box into a standard wall outlet. Turn the unit on and choose between automatic or manual. It is now ready to use!

  ON/OFF

  To turn the SweepOne™ ON, press and hold the ON/OFF Button for three seconds. The SweepOne™ will complete a sweep cycle and the LED will flash green. To turn OFF, press and hold the ON/OFF Button for three seconds. The green LED will be off.

  Settings and Safety

  The PetSafe® SweepOne™ Advanced Auto-Cleaning Litter Box has two LEDs, an ON/OFF button, and a manual button. The Green LED will light when the unit is on. The red LED will light if the rakes have stopped during a cleaning cycle because of an obstruction. To restart, ensure nothing is obstructing the rakes, and turn the unit off and back on again with the ON/OFF button.

  After turning the unit on it will automatically clean continuously after cat’s use until turned off. The manual button can be pressed to start one cleaning cycle at any time. In the event of loss of power or if power adapter is unplugged, when power is restored, the litter box will need to be turned on.

  Auto-Litter LED - Function and Response

  Function	LED Response	Rake/Action
  Auto-Litter turned on	Green Flashing	1 complete sweep cycle
  Auto-Litter is on and idle	Green Solid	In Home position
  Detection sensors activate	Red Flashing	Not sweeping, not in Home position
  Obstruction detected	Red Flashing	Moving toward Home position (will sweep 6 times to dear)
  Obstruction detected, can not be deared by rake	Red On/Green On	Home position. Turn the unit off, clear the obstruction, and turn the unit back on.
  Cat detected in the box	Green Flashing	Not sweeping, in home position. Rake will sweep in 10 minutes.
  Performing standard sweep cycle	Green Flashing	Sweeping
  Manual button	Green Flashing	1 complete sweep cycle

  Note: Detection sensors are a safety feature. The rake will continue a sweep cycle 1 minute after the detection has cleared. As a built in safety feature, the unit includes two safety sensors that are heat activated. If a cat, person, or other pet interrupts the cleaning cycle, the unit will stop for 10 minutes before finishing the cycle.

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• Waste Receptacle and Waste Removal
  • We recommend disposing of the waste at least every other day (more if you have multiple cats).
  • Remove Waste Receptacle from the Litter Box.
  • If using a bag, close the bag and discard the waste material.
  • Replace with a clean bag and return the Waste Receptacle to the Litter Box. If not using a bag, dispose of the waste and wash the receptacle with soap and water, dry and return to the litter box.

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• Cleaning & Reassembling the SweepOne

  Routine general cleaning once a month is recommended and necessary to keep the SweepOne  operating at high level performance.

  General Cleaning

  1. Unplug the power adapter from the unit
  2. Unsnap the 4 side clips (2 on each side) by pulling clip out from the bottom and up. Release. Lift the Litter Guard away from the Litter Box.
  3. Use Rake Cleaner to clear any waste behind Rake Guide.
  4. Dispose of the used litter.
  5. If further cleaning is necessary, the Litter Box (not the Litter Guard) can be cleaned with a mixture of bleach and water or vinegar and water. This will ensure long term protection of the anti-stick surface. We do not recommend using soap and water. This could cause the anti-stick surface to deteriorate. The Litter Guard can be wiped with a damp cloth using a mixture of bleach and water or vinegar and water. Do not submerge or expose the electrical components to water or cleaning solutions.

  Reassembly

  1. Place the Litter Guard back onto the Litter Box and snap the 4 clips by lifting each clip, hooking it over its top lip and pulling down (2 on each side).
  2. Return receptacle back into place at the end of the litter box. (Add bag to receptacle if applicable before returning).
  3. Fill the SweepOne™ with premium clumping, scoopable cat litter to the designated fill line. Plug power adapter into the unit.
  4. Turn the unit on and choose between manual or automatic.

  Rake Cleaning (Optional)

  The two rakes are stainless steel and can be removed for additional cleaning.

  1. Make sure the rakes are in Home position before cleaning. If not, press the Manual Button and wait until they return to the Home position.
  2. Ensure the power is off.
  3. Remove the top clips (4) on each side. The front clips have an indicator and the back clips have an indicator. Clips must be returned to proper position for the unit to function.
  4. Squeeze the Spring Release Points on both sides of Primary Rake and lift upward and out. The primary rake has a specialized spade. Do not hit or bang against hard objects. Damage to the spade or rakes will reduce small waste clump pick up performance.
  5. Repeat the process with the Secondary Rake.
  6. Rakes can be cleaned with soap and water.
  7. After cleaning, place the rakes back into the designated areas until they snap.
  8. Replace the clips.

  Note: Make sure clips are properly back in position. Unit will not function if clips are not in place.

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Training

• Introducing Your Cat to the Litter Box

  Some cats may require an adjustment period to get used to a new litter box. Here are a few tips to help with the transition.

  • Place the new litter box next to your cat’s existing litter box.
  • Allow your cat to have access to both the old and the new litter boxes for at least a week. This time may vary based on the temperament of your cat.
  • You may want to leave the system unplugged for a few days to allow your cat the opportunity to use the new litter box without any distractions. You will need to manually scoop waste from the new box until your cat is fully acclimated to using the new litter box.
  • Allow your cat’s old litter box to remain dirty. Cats prefer a clean litter box and this will make the new box more appealing.
  • Once your cat is acclimated to the new box, just plug in the system and your cat should find the new litter box clean and ready for use. Remove the old litter box from the area.

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• My cat stopped using the litter box.

  Animals learn by association , so you’ll need to adapt what your cat is peeing on now to the litter box in small, slow steps. If at any time your pet goes backwards a few steps, this is an indication you're pushing him/her too far too fast. Slow it down or even back up a stage or two, then try again, but at a slightly slower pace. Your pet only wants to make you happy, so continual praise and reward is the key!

  If your cat is peeing on an object such as a small area rug or box:

  • Begin by having the rug near the litter box or Pet Loo. Make sure your pet knows where it is and uses it. Leave it like this for a few days.
  • Next, put the rug in the litter box or on top of the Pet Loo. Leave it like this for a few days.
  • Over the next week or two, reduce the amount of the rug showing in the litter box until you're either left with just litter in a litter box or the plush grass on a Pet Loo. For example, you can throw a handful of litter on the rug every day. Your cat will also probably throw some litter on the rug when she buries her waste, gradually covering it up entirely.

  If your cat is peeing in a specific spot such as a corner or wall:

  • Move the litter box or Pet Loo near the spot. Leave it like this for a few days.
  • Move the litter box or Pet Loo on top of the spot. Leave it like this for a few days.
  • Once your pet is using the litter box or Pet Loo, you can start to move it to a better location. Over the next week or two, move the litter box or Pet Loo a few inches every day. For example, if your cat pees in the hallway and you want the litter box to stay in a closet, move the box an inch towards the closet every day. If your cat reverts back to the old spot, put the litter box back in the old spot and move the box in smaller increments less frequently.

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Troubleshooting

• Litter is getting behind the rake.

  Use a traditional litter scoop to move the litter back to the middle of the box.

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• The litter box is making a popping sound.
  • Make sure the litter box is sitting level. If it's on a carpeted floor or rug, you might need to move it to a flat surface.
  • Litter may have gotten into the gears. Use a small broom, brush, or can of air to sweep or blow out the area around the gears. The Litter Buddy has a small brush and scoop that work well for this purpose.

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• The litter box is not cleaning as well as it used to.

  Make sure the box is filled with litter to the fill line. If the amount of litter gets below the minimum fill line, the box might not clean as well. Also, if litter is above the line, it can be difficult for the rake to get through that much litter, and you might even get an obstruction signal.

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• The litter box won't turn on.
  • Make sure the power adaptor is properly plugged in. Try a different outlet if possible.
  • Make sure the litter box is turned on.

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• The litter guard does not fit properly.

  Turn the guard around and then try to place it again. If the side snaps, top clips, and rakes aren't fitted properly, the litter box will not work.

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• The rake isn't moving.

  Make sure the rakes aren't in backwards. Remove then replace the rakes in the box.

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• The red light is flashing.
  • Remove both rakes.
  • Replace both rakes in the box.
  • Push the rake button.
  • Check for large clumps around the rake guard. Remove them manually, then push the rake button again.

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• Cleaning & Reassembling the SweepOne

  Routine general cleaning once a month is recommended and necessary to keep the SweepOne  operating at high level performance.

  General Cleaning

  1. Unplug the power adapter from the unit
  2. Unsnap the 4 side clips (2 on each side) by pulling clip out from the bottom and up. Release. Lift the Litter Guard away from the Litter Box.
  3. Use Rake Cleaner to clear any waste behind Rake Guide.
  4. Dispose of the used litter.
  5. If further cleaning is necessary, the Litter Box (not the Litter Guard) can be cleaned with a mixture of bleach and water or vinegar and water. This will ensure long term protection of the anti-stick surface. We do not recommend using soap and water. This could cause the anti-stick surface to deteriorate. The Litter Guard can be wiped with a damp cloth using a mixture of bleach and water or vinegar and water. Do not submerge or expose the electrical components to water or cleaning solutions.

  Reassembly

  1. Place the Litter Guard back onto the Litter Box and snap the 4 clips by lifting each clip, hooking it over its top lip and pulling down (2 on each side).
  2. Return receptacle back into place at the end of the litter box. (Add bag to receptacle if applicable before returning).
  3. Fill the SweepOne™ with premium clumping, scoopable cat litter to the designated fill line. Plug power adapter into the unit.
  4. Turn the unit on and choose between manual or automatic.

  Rake Cleaning (Optional)

  The two rakes are stainless steel and can be removed for additional cleaning.

  1. Make sure the rakes are in Home position before cleaning. If not, press the Manual Button and wait until they return to the Home position.
  2. Ensure the power is off.
  3. Remove the top clips (4) on each side. The front clips have an indicator and the back clips have an indicator. Clips must be returned to proper position for the unit to function.
  4. Squeeze the Spring Release Points on both sides of Primary Rake and lift upward and out. The primary rake has a specialized spade. Do not hit or bang against hard objects. Damage to the spade or rakes will reduce small waste clump pick up performance.
  5. Repeat the process with the Secondary Rake.
  6. Rakes can be cleaned with soap and water.
  7. After cleaning, place the rakes back into the designated areas until they snap.
  8. Replace the clips.

  Note: Make sure clips are properly back in position. Unit will not function if clips are not in place.

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