1. Isingeniso
Thank you for choosing the Amazon Basics Automatic Pet Feeder. This device is designed to provide scheduled and portion-controlled meals for your cats and dogs, ensuring they are fed consistently even when you are away. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the feeder to ensure proper use and maintenance.
2. Ulwazi Lokuphepha
- Lo mkhiqizo uhloselwe ukusetshenziswa endlini kuphela.
- Use only dry kibble. Do not use wet food, canned food, or treats.
- Gcina indawo yokuphakela ukudla ikude nezingane nezilwane ezifuywayo ukuze kuvinjelwe ukusebenza noma ukulimala ngengozi.
- Ensure the power adapter is connected to a suitable power outlet.
- Ungacwilisi iyunithi eyinhloko emanzini nanoma yiluphi olunye uketshezi.
- Always unplug the feeder before cleaning.
- If using battery backup, ensure batteries are inserted correctly and replaced when low.
3. Okuqukethwe Kwephakheji
Sicela uhlole iphakheji ngezinto ezilandelayo:
- Automatic Pet Feeder Main Unit
- Food Container Lid
- Isitsha Sokudlisa
- I-adaptha yamandla
- Ikhebula le-USB
- Incwadi Yeziqondiso
4. Umkhiqizo Uphelileview
The Amazon Basics Automatic Pet Feeder consists of a main unit, a transparent food container, a lid, and a detachable feeding bowl. The control panel with an LCD screen is located on the front of the main unit for easy programming.
The Amazon Basics Automatic Pet Feeder in white, showing the main unit with the transparent food container on top and the detachable feeding bowl at the base.
A diagram illustrating the physical dimensions of the feeder: 15.24 inches (38.71 cm) in height, 14.2 inches (36.07 cm) in width, and 8.5 inches (21.59 cm) in depth.
5. Setha
5.1 Umhlangano
- Beka iyunithi eyinhloko endaweni eyisicaba, ezinzile.
- Attach the feeding bowl to the base of the main unit, ensuring it is securely in place.
- Ensure the internal food dispensing mechanism is correctly aligned.
5.2 Powering the Feeder
The feeder can be powered by the included AC adapter or by batteries for backup.
- Amandla e-AC: Connect the USB cable to the feeder and the power adapter, then plug the adapter into a standard wall outlet.
- Isipele Sebhethri: Ukondla okungaphazanyiswa ngesikhathi sogesitages, insert 3 D-size batteries (not included) into the battery compartment at the bottom of the unit. The feeder will automatically switch to battery power if AC power is lost.
An illustration detailing the power reliability features: the feeder can operate on battery backup during power outages (batteries not included) and is a USB-powered device using DC current.
5.3 Filling the Food Container
- Open the lid of the food container.
- Pour dry kibble into the container. The feeder has a 4L capacity and accepts kibble pieces up to 4/5-inch (2 cm) in diameter.
- Close the lid securely to keep food fresh.
6. Iziqondiso Zokusebenza
6.1 Iphaneli yokulawula iphelileview
The control panel features an LCD screen and several buttons for programming:
- T (Time): Isetshenziselwa ukusetha isikhathi samanje.
- M (Meal): Used to program meal times.
- P (Portion): Used to set portion sizes for each meal.
- Imicibisholo Yaphezulu/Phansi: Used to adjust values.
- Microphone Icon: Used for voice recording.
A enemininingwane view of the feeder's control panel, featuring an LCD screen and buttons labeled T (Time), M (Meal), P (Portion), Up arrow, Down arrow, and a Microphone icon for voice recording.
6.2 Ukusetha Isikhathi Samanje
- Cindezela bese ubamba i T button until the hour display flashes.
- Sebenzisa i- Phezulu/Phansi arrows to adjust the hour.
- Cindezela T again to move to the minute display and adjust with Phezulu/Phansi imicibisholo.
- Cindezela T once more to save the time.
6.3 Programming Feeding Schedule
The feeder allows you to schedule up to 4 meals per day. The default setting is two meals daily at 8 AM and 8 PM, each dispensing 3 portions (1.2 cups total).
- Cindezela inkinobho M button to enter meal programming mode. The meal number (e.g., "1") will flash.
- Sebenzisa i- Phezulu/Phansi arrows to select the meal you wish to program (1-4).
- Cindezela M again to set the meal time. The hour will flash. Adjust with Phezulu/Phansi imicibisholo.
- Cindezela M to move to minutes and adjust.
- Ngemva kokusetha isikhathi, cindezela P to set the portion size for this meal. The portion number will flash.
- Sebenzisa i- Phezulu/Phansi arrows to adjust the portion size. Each portion is approximately 1/5 cup. You can schedule from 1 to 18 portions (1/5 to 3.6 cups).
- Repeat steps 2-6 for additional meals.
- Cindezela bese ubamba M ukuphuma kumodi yokuhlela.
6.4 Ukuqoshwa kwezwi
You can record a custom voice message (up to 10 seconds) that will play before each meal to call your pet.
- Cindezela bese ubamba i Isithonjana Semakrofoni inkinobho uze uzwe ibhiphu.
- Speak your message into the microphone.
- Khipha i Isithonjana Semakrofoni button when finished. The message will play back to confirm.
6.5 Ukondla Mathupha
To dispense food manually, press the manual feed button located on the side of the feeder. Each press will dispense one portion.
An infographic highlighting key features: a programmable LCD screen for scheduled feeding, a manual feed button, the ability to schedule 1/5 to 3.6 cups per meal, dispensing 3 portions (1.2 cups total) at 8 AM/PM daily by default, and acceptance of kibble up to 4/5-inch (2 cm) in diameter.
A domestic cat is shown eating dry food from the white feeding bowl of the Amazon Basics Automatic Pet Feeder, demonstrating its use.
7. Ukunakekela kanye Nokuhlanza
7.1 Imiyalo Yokuhlanza
- Unplug the feeder from the power outlet before cleaning.
- Remove the food container and feeding bowl. These parts can be hand washed with mild soap and water. Rinse thoroughly and dry completely before reassembling.
- Sula iyunithi eyinhloko ngocingo oluthambile, damp indwangu. Ungacwilisi iyunithi eyinhloko emanzini.
- Ensure all parts are completely dry before adding food or reconnecting power.
7.2 Kibble Management
- Regularly check the food container to ensure sufficient kibble is available.
- Periodically inspect the dispensing mechanism for any kibble jams or blockages. Clear any obstructions carefully.
8. Ukuxazulula izinkinga
| Inkinga | Imbangela Engenzeka | Isixazululo |
|---|---|---|
| I-feeder ayikhiphi ukudla. | No power; Food container empty; Kibble jam; Incorrect programming. | Check power connection/batteries; Refill food container; Clear any kibble blockages; Verify meal schedule and portion settings. |
| LCD screen not working. | No power; Loose connection. | Ensure power adapter is securely plugged in; Check battery status. |
| Voice recording not playing. | No recording saved; Volume too low. | Re-record the voice message; Ensure the volume knob (if present) is adjusted appropriately. |
| Food dispenses too much/too little. | Incorrect portion setting. | Adjust the portion size in the programming settings (Section 6.3). |
9. Imininingwane
- Inombolo Yemodeli: AFF120-4-US
- Amandla: 4 Liters (approximately 17 cups)
- Ubukhulu (LxWxH): 14.25 x 8.54 x 15.24 amayintshi (36.2 x 21.7 x 38.7 cm)
- Isisindo: Amapondo ayi-4.7 (2.13 kg)
- Okubalulekile: I-Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
- Umthombo wamandla: AC Adapter (USB cable included), 3 x D-size batteries (not included) for backup
- Usayizi we-Kibble: Up to 4/5-inch (2 cm) in diameter
- Scheduled Meals: Kufika ekudleni oku-4 ngosuku
- Ukulawula Ingxenye: 1 to 18 portions per meal (approx. 1/5 cup per portion)
- Izici ezikhethekile: Voice Recording (up to 10 seconds)
10. Iwaranti kanye Nokusekela
This Amazon Basics product is covered by a limited warranty. For detailed warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase or visit the Amazon Basics official website. For technical support or customer service inquiries, please contact Amazon customer support through your Amazon account or the Amazon Basics support page.
