When using this with a Petmate feeder, do I need to remove the batteries or can I leave them there as a backup?
55947
I use an AC adapter with my Petmate feeder. The batteries do NOT act as a backup. When you plug in the AC adapter it disconnects the battery power. The only way to go back to battery power is to physically remove the AC adapter plug. Also, I found the Petmate feeder works better with an adapter rated at 800ma.
55948
M.D., contact the company or ask an electrician. I leave my batteries in...so they can charge if the electric goes off...I live in Florida, we have lots of electrical storms.
889409
I have the Petmate feeder. It's great. You can program up to three meals per day and you can set the feed amounts to 1/4 cup, 1/2 cup, 3/4 cup, full cup and the same intervals up to 2 cups.
1749083
It uses 4 C type batteries. I initially installed new ones in the feeder mid march and I haven't had an issue or seen a low battery light yet (2 feeding a day) today is early June.
1351396
As suggested by another purchaser, you could remove the inner plastic "bowl" and set your non-plastic bowl inside it. However,there really isn't a "bottom" to the feeder, so if your pet tips it over (which my cat has done several times), the dish would fall out and so would the food. So, removing the dish might work against you if you want the feeder to open at a set time, which seems to be the point of an automatic feeder.
829690
Yes. The feeder doesn't come with an electric cord, so its set up for battery power. I ordered a compatible electric cord (wasn't sure of the size so order one with interchangeable connectors) for maybe $13. Works great and don't have to worry about battery power failing.
857637
Ours is battery operated, but we've had our feeder for what seems like forever and can only remember changing the batteries once.
1915612
The Moultrie rechargeable six volt battery will fit this feeder. We have two Pro Magnum units and have not had any problem with the batteries keeping the feeder working for several months. We only put one six volt battery in them but there is space to put two if you like. On another note, if your Pro Magnum does not work, press the reset button on the back of the control module. We have had this problem with ours right out of the box. Once we pressed the reset switch, it worked fine.
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I was told by PetSafe that you cannot replace the battery. PetSafe was great, though, about replacing my transmitter when it died early (less than a year?) and one lady phone helper gave me excellent advice to not store the collar near any batteries or magnets (such as speakers) or even metal appliances, etc. That seemed to be my problem with 2 receivers because, after I learned that, I have had much longer life with my latest receiver. That info is not in the manual and several other techs seemed to either not know it or not share it.
1171123
It would be hard b/c you hook it to the screw on the back. You don't want to mount it so it will be hard to take it down to replace the batteries.
1044155
If your timer does not have a battery back-up, then you would need to program the correct time again. The feeder will still feed once the power comes back on, it will just feed at a different time but the same amount as you set.
322766
Squeeze the bottom of the Furminator and pull hard. You will see the outline of the piece that must be removed. The batteries (4 AA batteries) go in that section and then you just slide it back in and push. I found that it works really great with new batteries so I use rechargeables and change them often.
829692
I remember that there is an AC apapter that you can purchase for the feeder. I just use the batteries, because we get occasional power failures. I really like this product and my cat loves it.
362055
if you break-up the flakes some it helps. You can also feed twice - 4 times a day but will probably run down battery pretty quick. I use both flakes and pellets combined in mine so they will at least get fed something since I am home only one per week to every other week.
2066222
Make sure you have charged the top of the feeder. It will have a green onsite near the off/on switch. To test it touch the feeder and push the remote button. You should get a slight shock if it is working!
2219552
I have had two of these feeders out on my property for the last two months and it has been a lot colder than 38 degrees. I have not had any issues with these feeders not working. I would check the battery connections.
2080804
Petmate finally answered my email. Here it is: Dear Mr. Ochs, Thank you for your email; we appreciate you taking the time to inquire about where you can purchase the adapter for the Electronic feeder. You would be able to purchase the adapter from our website, but we are out of stock on the item. We should have stock in about 4 to 6 weeks. You may also purchase an adapter from Best Buy or Radio Shack. The specs for the adapter is below. Size: 2.5mm Input: 120 Volt ac Output: 4.5 Volts dc, 600mA Positive center pin, outside barrel is negative Thank you again for your interest in Petmate products - we appreciate your time and your business. At Petmate, we believe in what we do, because we have pets too. Sincerest Regards, The Petmate Customer Service Team
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The six volt solar panel used with the Moultrie feeder is about four or five inches square. It attaches right on the feeded. I have one for over a year and have never had to replace the battery. Hope this helps.