Applica LitterMaid Elite LME5000 - Manual (Page 7)

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Care and Cleaning
Sensor Covers
The two sensors located on the interior side panels are protected by sensor covers
that need to be kept dust free. After changing or adding litter, wipe each sensor
with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust.
Litter Tray
Use only premium clumping litter. Lesser quality litters will impair performance.
To empty and clean litter tray:
• Check to make sure rake is in home position.
• Press the ON/OFF button to turn unit OFF.
• Unplug unit and remove batteries to prevent accidental activation of the unit.
• Remove the waste receptacle.
• Remove the rake.
• Remove the top housing.
• Dispose of the used litter. To ensure proper disposal of litter, follow
manufacturer's instructions on litter package. Wipe the litter tray with a damp
cloth. If further cleaning is necessary, the litter tray can be fully immersed in
water and washed with a mild detergent.
Important: Do not soak or immerse the top housing in water. To clean wipe with
damp cloth. Dry the unit completely before reassembling.
• 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 (V). (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 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 (W).
Disposable waste receptacles are available in packages
of 12 or 18 and may be purchased through your local retailer,
by visiting us at 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.
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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
(X).
• 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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