Litter-Robot 3 Cleaning - How To

[@kellyname5733]

Great video! HERE ARE A FEW MORE TIPS: After disassembling and cleaning the globe I run a dry cloth inside and out to dry the large drops of water and then position a fan to thoroughly dry the globe inside/out. I position the globe in the clean litter tray to keep it from rolling. Everything is getting thoroughly dry including the clean litter tray. For those who dont live in a climate that they can put it out to dry, this will do the trick. I do actually live in a climate that I could put the globe/tray out to dry but using a fan to dry my globe/tray is 15-20 minutes tops as opposed to an hour or more. While the globe/litter tray is drying with the fan, I am cleaning the area where it was. When Im done cleaning the area the Litter Robot is going back to, the globe/litter tray is dry. Yay! I re-assemble and Im done in about 35 mins. From here on out Im going to spot clean the inside of the globe until it is absolutely necessary to dis-assemble and clean. Oh, one more tip: I dont struggle with those expensive Litter Robot litter tray bags, I use 13 gallon plastic trash bags and insert the whole litter tray into it. I adjust the bag so that it is concave to receive the kitty waste as it rolls out of the globe, then insert the tray into its spot. You might have to adjust the bag around the entire litter tray so that it does not bunch up around the top, this makes it easy to re-insert. You can see a bit of the bag from the outside once it is closed but I dont care at all. This tip will save you $$$ and it's super easy to do. So, at the end of the day my post saves you time and money. More time to enjoy your kitties and everyone loves to save money, right?

[@Floppycats]

great tips! thanks for sharing!

[@NaomiMNK]

You’ve now successfully walked me through a litter genie and a robot deep clean☺️thank you! I’ve had guests tell me my 1BR apartment doesn’t smell like I have cats and that’s high praise to me!

[@Floppycats]

ALRIGHT! I would say that's a huge win - nobody likes a place that smells like a cat lives there =)

[@Starri00]

I had no idea in the world how to clean this thing easily and without breaking it. Seeing it live is a ton better than just reading it. Thanks! My cats also thank you for their clean box.

[@JamesBrownDuh]

So I have been putting off a deep clean just because I was scared of how this thing came apart and omg this was the first and ONLY video I watched and tackled it! You made it seem pretty easy and omg so much better! Thank you for this video!

[@Floppycats]

You’re welcome. Glad it was clear and more importantly that you got the job done!

[@allisonc9929]

Same for me just did mine also. Eady peasy

[@Floppycats]

@@allisonc9929 yay! And your cats thank you!

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[@ACollins6158]

My girlfriends litter robot 3 was having sensor issues and then it completely died....I followed this video to the t and it completely fixed it (acts like brand new). Thanks for posting!!

[@Floppycats]

Well done! Glad this helped it operate like new. A good cleaning goes a long way.

[@katzandcream]

Thank you so sososooo much!! They don't explain it in the directions how to clean it.. they just tell you how to remove the bonnet off.. this was Soo much help!!! ❤️💖☺️ Thank you again!!!

[@Floppycats]

yay! glad it helped - i need to get mine cleaned outside again before winter comes =)

[@jb4610]

I did not know that I could safely deep clean the litter robot! I’ve owned mine for a few months and it was starting to smell and I was worried about that until I saw this video. I did every step and now it looks like new and smells a lot better! Thank you!!!!!!

[@Floppycats]

good deal - yes, it's such a treat when it has been freshly washed

[@shenaniganss_4259]

Thank you for this!!! I’m new to the Litter Robot and I started noticing that it’s getting dirty on the inside walls and starting to smell. I was NOT looking forward to learning how to take apart and clean this thing but I searched one time on YT and found your video and it’s made me feel so much better about doing it now. I thought I would have to bust out the screw driver and take a bunch of things apart but your step by step guide really made it easy to learn it all just kinda pops together/apart. Thank god!! ❤

[@Floppycats]

YAY! I felt the EXACT same way when I had to clean it for the first time! It really isn't too bad. And you and your cat will be SOOO glad you did it! Please let me know how it goes.

[@felis1224]

I kept wondering WHY my litter box smelled so terrible! I had no idea I could take this apart and do such a thorough cleaning!

[@Floppycats]

oh good - i hope this was clear and you're back to a non-smelling litter box area soon. this thing is awesome for litter box smell too - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZXRfYSFjKhjY9E

[@ckneasel]

Very helpful... only have had mine for a month but was curious how to actually clean the interior of the unit... 👍🏽

[@Floppycats]

How’s it going? Did you cats take easily to the Litter Robot 3?

[@avavanpelt926]

Im gonna use this knowledge soon. Ive had these a few years. I did my best keep it clean. But the boys pee on the walls a lot and its caked in dry litter that ive tried scraping off by hand but didnt even realize that you could do this. Im gonna get a brand new non soapy toilet brush and scrub it down with hella water. Thank you for this video!

[@Floppycats]

you're welcome - yes, you can do it inside or outside. here's my inside video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJmrf6OwoJ2opKc

[@bellou72]

I've scooped litter the old-fashioned way for my 6 cats forever with no problems. When my husband realized he may actually have to start helping clean up after the new kitten, he sprang for a Litter-robot. Men! Lol. But I have to say, it's so cool. We've had it a couple months, so it's definitely ready for a cleaning. Thanks for the helpful video! 😸

[@Floppycats]

ha ha ha ! I am glad you're liking it too though! glad the video was helpful!

[@rogerenyart2066]

Thanks for the great cleaning video. I'm cleaning my Litter Robot for the first time today! I think I let it go a bit too long! We have 4 cats(5 if you include my cat which stays in my room with her own regular litter box). I was a little bit nervous but I pretty well. I made sure it was a nice warm day so that it would dry out pretty fast after giving it a good washing. I watched a lot of other videos as well about cleaning and picked up a few other cool tid bits on some things you can do to help prevent some things. I was getting a lot of sensor errors. Someone a a neat suggestion of taping a small piece of zip lock bag over each of the sensors to help prevent litter from building up. I had a lot up on the edge near the sensor blocking it so we will see how that helps. This community is so great! I got my first Litter Robot for my mom cause she has a lot of issues bending down so much. She's 80yrs old now and she loves her babies! So I got her the Litter Robot for her from Mothers Day this year. We are loving it! Hopefully in the future, I will get another one for my lil angel. Thanks again for the great video!

[@Floppycats]

glad this helped. so glad your mom loves hers and it is working out for her - yes, i have seen those ziploc bag suggestions. i do not have those issues, so i haven't tried it. what other tips did you learn? if you're considering getting another, my video on how to save on one might be of interest? kzbin.info/www/bejne/rounmJJ4ZZqlidk

[@aakritibarat1143]

Is there a document that tells you where all the sensors are? I'm afraid I don't know and the sensor ziploc idea is great

[@MrRenyart]

@@aakritibarat1143 there are only 2 in the base. One on the left and one on the right side of the base. You'll have to lift off the dome to look just off to the side and slightly down to see them. Hope that helps. I had to replace my sensor in one of my units and they sent me a Lil guide boom that had photos. Not sure, but that might be on their website too. If jot let me know and I can send you photos if you like. 😊 It's no problem.

[@mnapier1142]

With your video playing, I just cleaned my 4 month old litter robot for the first time. THANK YOU for making the video. Did mine in the bath tub instead of outside and it went well. I also switched from Arm & Hammer clumping litter to Dr. Else’s. A & H wasn’t getting hard enough so I’m hoping for a better result with the new litter.

[@Floppycats]

congrats on cleaning it - your cats will love it. i hope dr. elsey's works better for you too. what diet are your cats on?

[@jthomas6199]

Followed everything step by step. Pretty easy. Thank you for making this video.

[@Floppycats]

super! glad to hear it!

[@jasminekuehn5133]

What did you use for lubricant?

[@georgianagrey4482]

I just bought a refurbished litter robot and am enjoying your content you've provided regarding general use along with tips and tricks 😊

[@Floppycats]

oh good, thank you for watching!

[@Delphi450r]

Excellent How-to video, tips & ticks! Thank you 🙏

[@Floppycats]

So glad it was helpful to you! Thanks for watching!

[@patrocinadeollas5983]

Thanks for your Litter Robot 3 videos! I bought one for the first time a few weeks ago. My cat and I both appreciate it. I'm just now cleaning it for the first time, so this video really helped me out. 👍🏼

[@Floppycats]

Great! Glad they’ve been helpful.

[@nelliepeople413]

glad i found your channel, thank you for the teachings. finally the robot got here. now where do you put the filters lol. there is no instructions with where the filters go. thanks in advance.

[@nelliepeople413]

nvm you already answered about the filter. I wrote before watching the whole video.

[@Floppycats]

Congratulations on your new LR! Enjoy it ❤

[@JonBeverlin]

Absolutely a great video! Thank you for taking your time and sharing!

[@Floppycats]

glad it was helpful for you.

[@FreeDom-fv8wy]

Thank you! First time I actually took it apart to clean.

[@Floppycats]

Yay! Your kitties thank you!

[@jacquiecambria1021]

Thank you so much for posting this video, its been a little over a week since I got mine and wanted to clean it but couldn't find the book it came with anywhere. This was so informative and helpful.

[@Floppycats]

you're welcome. how is it going so far? is your kitty using it?

[@alexstoeckel4703]

Thank you for this- I keep coming back so I don’t forget a step! LOL Much appreciated!

[@Floppycats]

Thanks for watching ❤

[@carolrutherford1572]

You were a huge help to me today I have 3 of them now and I love oh my gosh I love these little robots but they do need cleaning and I was so scared and you are such a huge very clear and precise and I appreciate so much thankyou

[@Floppycats]

Oh good! I’m so glad. You and your kitties will love their clean Litter Robots!

[@carolrutherford1572]

It wasn't near as bad as I thought it was gonna be it was absolutely great in fact I do not regret buying these robots they are amazing I'm elderly and it's been very hard for me to manage the scooping every single day and this is taken such a load off of me physically I am forever grateful and thank you so much for your help

[@Floppycats]

well done! congratulations on getting it done!@@carolrutherford1572

[@Mysteweave]

Well, I didn't even need to ask you on your other video how to clean it. I just had to look for your video. You have been amazingly helpful. I LOVE your videos.

[@Floppycats]

oh, thanks! so rare to get a nice compliment on youtube - thank you.

[@davidcaldwell9274]

Great Video!!! Just purchased my Litter Robot and cleaned it for the first time. Watching this video definitely made it less intimidating and very easy to clean and re-assemble. Thanks for the info and great tips!!!

[@Floppycats]

you're welcome and congrats on your first litter-robot cleaning. how did your cats take to it at first? were they ok with it?

[@mobayguy]

Another Great video Thx again😉

[@amischair]

Thanks for your detailed instructional video! Appreciate t!

[@Floppycats]

You’re very welcome ☺️

[@amischair]

@@Floppycats I have learned a lot from your videos and articles. Thank you for your valuable resources. ❤️

[@Floppycats]

@@amischair awesome, makes all the effort worthwhile!

[@Grapesss]

This is the best video to use for first timers cleaning the robot 😊

[@Floppycats]

Yay 😁. Glad it has been helpful for you ❤️

[@CharmedandCrafty]

I put a 13x9 aluminum cake pan in the tray to get all the clean litter when I cleaned my litter robot for the first time today. It may not work to catch clumps very well, but it does work to hold clean litter while cleaning the machine.

[@Floppycats]

well done - yes, i talk about that option here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2GunX-tmadkocU

[@MorganWilson-i8w]

This was the best thing I’ve ever watched thank you so much!! I’ve been terrified of destroying this overpriced thing.

[@Floppycats]

yay! so glad this made it easy for you. and your kitty will thank you for the clean litter box! congratulations on getting it done.

[@rarespiritwendy]

This was the best, most detailed and helpful video for cleaning the litter robot 3. I have been putting off deep cleaning it because I was afraid of it..😅thanks you!

[@Floppycats]

You’re welcome ☺️. You can do it 💪

[@ShellieSager]

Thank you for this video! I had a LR years ago and now have a new one. Was worried about taking it apart. You explained it great!

[@Floppycats]

Glad it was helpful. Happy cleaning 🧼

[@elizabethsilva913]

Thank you for this video!! I’ve been terrified about how to clean it/take it apart. I’m going to tackle it this weekend. 🎉

[@Floppycats]

you got this!! i was nervous at first too!

[@barbarathompson2688]

I have 3 of these litter robots and they're great! Thanks for your video on how to clean them. You did a great job!

[@Floppycats]

Thank you for watching!

[@colleenzimmerman4789]

Thank you for the note about furniture polish. My unit has been skipping or roughly rotating. I hope the polish tip helps solve that issue.

[@Floppycats]

I do too - just remember it's a very thin amount.

[@jasminekuehn5133]

What did you use for lubricant?

[@sharonware3147]

Our Litter Robot abruptly stopped the other day and I had no idea what to do. Luckily I happened upon your video which was a life saver. Your video is short, to the point and the explanations were easy to follow. This was used by 3 cats for about a year, then one cat for about 6 months. It was over due for a cleaning! Now I know exactly what to do. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@Floppycats]

oh good - so it just needed a cleaning or was there something else going on?

[@sharonware3147]

It was just dusty and had litter in the nooks and crannies. Now that I know what to do, it will be cleaned more often! Thinking of taking it apart and cleaning was very intimidating, but your video dispelled all fear!!

[@Floppycats]

@@sharonware3147 totally get it. i was super intimidated the first time I did it too! this was my first go at it - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4SzaHqYfLuja7s

[@javonnagist313]

How how I needed this soo bad idk why it’s taken me soo long to come to KZbin for help but this was amazing 🙌🏾

[@Floppycats]

Glad it helped you out!

[@goodwill559]

4:26 It's true! All four of our Litter Robots are bisque for that reason. Even though the grey ones look a bit more sleek, until my cats learn to clean, we're sticking with the bisque 😅

[@Floppycats]

ha ha ha - i love it!

[@emilyrossman210]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video. It was extremely and informative.

[@Floppycats]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@jackiegraham4072]

Looking back at this video and comparing to the 4 you really see all the improvements they have made as far as how it’s built and functionality. I love my litter robot and will never not have one in our home again.

[@Floppycats]

So glad you love it. They still make and sell the 3

[@tezme96]

Thank you! this helped immensely!

[@Floppycats]

You’re welcome ☺️. Glad it helped!

[@scaa2941]

Awesome video, this litter robot is awesome 🎉

[@Floppycats]

Glad you liked it ☺️

[@marlenebustarde8929]

Thank you for making this video. It helped alot. Finally took it outside for a wash and scrub after a few months of use.

[@Floppycats]

Well done. I need to do mine before it gets too cold - I do mine in the fall and spring....so I can do them outside. Did your cat or cats take to the Litter Robot pretty quickly?

[@marlenebustarde8929]

@@Floppycats they did not. It took a few weeks before they started to use it. It was frustrating at first that I stopped cleaning their regular litterbox to make it less attractive to use. That worked as well as using litter attraction powder mixed in with litter in the LR3.

[@Floppycats]

@@marlenebustarde8929 oh good - glad to hear that all worked out for you =). yes, a dirty litterbox is always less attractive. did you also try just putting one clump of their pee in the litter robot first?

[@marlenebustarde8929]

@@Floppycats I put a little bit of their litter from their regular litterbox and mixed it in with the litter in the LR3.

[@Floppycats]

@@marlenebustarde8929 oh perfect, like Litter Robot suggests.

[@iforgotmine]

Good video. Thanks.

[@Mary-hj7jy]

I saw that a lot of people have been having issues with litter sticking to the rubber. One comment said to use PAM to spray on the liner after a good clean. Not knowing if it would corrode the rubber, I used Dry Silicon Spray. I used one that is rated to use on rubber. It doesn't quite work like new because my liner is well used and has many scratches, but it works so far! Thank you for posting this video :).

[@Floppycats]

EEK - I wouldn't use ANY of that because that means the cat is exposed to it - not only externally, but internally. I would just try to increase the time it waits to rotate or find a different litter.

[@frankalvarez1307]

Thank you for the information

[@Floppycats]

You’re welcome! Were you able to get it cleaned?

[@keniagonzalez230]

Acabo de comprar uno y me a sido muy útil este video, gracias

[@Floppycats]

de nada....gracias a ti!

[@shayna1965]

Thank you so much for this helpful video!!!

[@Floppycats]

You’re welcome! How’d the cleaning go?

[@missdeedee53]

Thank you for this great video I have the 3 gray one deep cleaned today and added some new things to it as I went along. Again amazing video how 2 ..for an amazing product

[@Floppycats]

you're welcome - congrats on getting it knocked out! such a good feeling! and bet the cats appreciate it too.

[@missdeedee53]

1 cat and she would not wait to get in there and look around after cleaning 😻 thanks again!!

[@Floppycats]

@@missdeedee53 you’re welcome!

[@jasonostafichuk9376]

Thank you for this

[@Floppycats]

you're very welcome - hope it goes well!

[@scooktn]

Thank you for this video! What kind of litter do you use to keep urine and fecal matter from sticking to the floor of the Litter Robot?

[@Floppycats]

you're welcome. i use dr. elsey's - kzbin.info/www/bejne/epCYiYmZed6Ua9k - litter sticks for multiple reasons: 1. diet, 2. humidity level near the robot, 3. depth of the litter, 4. amount of pee (a kidney cat or diabetic cat will produce more urine, so more chance of a larger clump forming and seeping to the bottom of it. I sometimes got it, but not always.

[@diarmuidcdc]

Awesome Video and Tips, Mine just came today and so far I’m loving as well as my 2 Cats

[@Floppycats]

sweet! glad they took right to it - you're lucky!

[@penelopeforce]

Super helpful video, made the job easy and next time I won’t put it off! Thanks!

[@Floppycats]

yay! I am so glad it was helpful =)

[@saltwatersealion8570]

Thank you for helping me get over my anxiety with cleaning the litter robot. On a side note: Got this a half year before the Litter-Robot 4 released, and I'm so mad!

[@Floppycats]

Ugh. I’m sorry. That so sucks.

[@Floppycats]

Think they did offer an upgrade deal.

[@saltwatersealion8570]

​@@Floppycats Thanks, but unfortunately after learning more about the LR4, I think my current LR3 is more suited to my feline. They are an unapologetic edge pee-ing, litter kicker which the newer LR4 may not be as suited to dealing with.

[@Floppycats]

@@saltwatersealion8570 oh, oK - so you mean, "fortunately"? you wrote "unfortunately"

[@saltwatersealion8570]

@@Floppycats Hahaha, my apologies for any ambiguity: It's unfortunate mainly because I like the newer Litter Robot's larger entry, and quieter design; however, all of that is moot if I have an incompatible feline. Like many things, my enthusiasm will have to give way to practicality.

[@YellowCase2024]

Thanks for sharing!!!

[@Floppycats]

you're welcome.

[@PasoGirl7]

So glad you posted this video. Very helpful! Thank you!

[@Floppycats]

you're welcome - are you having to clean your litter-robot 3?

[@PasoGirl7]

@@Floppycats Yes, I did it yesterday.

[@Floppycats]

@@PasoGirl7 nice!

[@nancywiseman9530]

Thanks for the video. I’m still working on getting one of my cats to use it! I love the LR3 and the support team is really positive to communicate with👍🏼😻

[@Floppycats]

good luck on getting your last cat to use it! yes, their support is really great.

[@MSBLS721]

@@Floppycats so is too much litter the reason it wouldn't automatically cycle when you plug it back in (but the light turned blue)?

[@Floppycats]

@@MSBLS721 could be. if you hit cycle and it won't cycle, then that could be it.

[@MSBLS721]

@@Floppycatsthank you, it did cycle. Two of my four cats think it is their own personal amusement park ride! So sometimes I get over torque faults 🤦‍♀️

[@Floppycats]

@@MSBLS721 how long have you had it? mine did that for about a year and then gave up on it.

[@stephaniepersons388]

Very helpful- thank you!

[@Floppycats]

you're welcome - thanks for watching!

[@MikeLouie]

Incredibly helpful. Thank you!

[@Floppycats]

you are very welcome =)

[@williamiwaniuk5561]

Thank you for the video! There were a couple of points that I wanted to be clearer about, which you covered. Ready to become a Litter-Robot owner!

[@Floppycats]

wonderful - you're welcome. hope you can take advantage of the $25 off your Litter Robot 3 purchase through this link: bit.ly/3nvtZCo - please let me know if you have further questions.

[@vicr7669]

Question your bottom rubber liner looks shiny . Do you put something on it when you clean to keep it that way and so stuff won't stick to it? We use the Arm and Hammer clump n seal and get a lot of skid marks on the side when it's cycling.

[@Floppycats]

no, i never put anything on it. maybe they have changed the sheen to it since we got our first one? I'm not sure where it looked shiny in the video, but could be because i had just cleaned it and the water was glistening?

[@toddmay-q4y]

Is great video

[@CraftyLumberjacks]

Super helpful! Was totally nervous about trying this, but you put us at ease! Thank you!!

[@aroper916]

Thank you!!!!!!

[@torils65]

I am loving my Litter Robot 3, definitely makes owning cats a whole lot easier. I purchased the grey one, and you’re right about it showing dust. I’m thinking about adding a second Litter Robot, next time I’m getting the Bisque. Btw what vacuum are you using in the video? Thanks for sharing!

[@Floppycats]

nice! love that you love it. i am using the Jimmy JV83 - I am almost done reviewing it, but here is our unboxing - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqO1lZd6Z6xneqM - I love it - great cordless stick vacuum!

[@margaretcameron6597]

A great video

[@Floppycats]

oh good, i am glad you found it helpful.

[@MandaRisteen]

Thanks for this! It was very helpful!

[@A_guy840]

I wanted to say thanks for making these videos and being so helpful in the comments. We bought a litter robot just before the new year in large part because of your videos and could not be happier! I was wondering how often you fully replace the litter? I’ve been doing it every couple of weeks, it really looks new even then but I didn’t want to possible cause issues for my cats. Wasn’t sure if I should be worried about going longer..

[@Floppycats]

oh cool - i am glad the videos helped. i add litter once a week or so - but i do not fully change the entire amount of litter until i do a deep clean of the unit. if the litter is fine, i don't see the need to switch it out. i do deep cleans about every 6 months.

[@A_guy840]

@@Floppycats Cool, thanks!

[@rosemarygranat]

Perfect

[@clashwithmoi8926]

Your rubber lining is in very good condition. I’ve gone through 2 linings in a year, on my third now. They get brittle and start to break.

[@Floppycats]

how weird! what litter do you use? what do you use to clean the liner?

[@kleinesren7064]

Just wanted to say thank you and send you a little love from Germany! Your videos and IG helps me with my floppykitties and I appreciate all you do

[@Floppycats]

kleines Ren danka! (Is that how you spell it? I’ve only ever heard it pronounced). Glad it’s been helpful for you guys! Thanks for being here.

[@kleinesren7064]

@@Floppycats nearly right! "danke" it is. Good ear! Have a nice weekend

[@Floppycats]

@@kleinesren7064 should have googled it before i wrote you!

[@SonyaSunny]

Thank you!

[@Floppycats]

you're welcome - are you getting ready to clean yours for the first time?

[@maggiescritters]

Thank you for making this video. I’ve been so worried about taking it apart & cleaning it but I’m taking the plunge. Woohoo

[@Floppycats]

yay! good luck - you've got this! you and your cat will be so glad that you did.

[@leewhite-graham753]

Thanks a million.

[@loripellnitz]

Great demo. Thanks!

[@Floppycats]

you're welcome - are you getting ready to clean it?

[@debbiehorn8263]

OMG LOL !! I thought Charlie and Trigg were sitting on the fence until I realized that was part of the logo !!! I think I'mgoing blind !! HAHA

[@Floppycats]

oh dear, that would have been worrisome if they were on the fence.

[@user-vr9su5nd9f]

are the bags specifically for the unit

[@Floppycats]

Yes. But there are many options for that. www.floppycats.com/litter-robot-bags.html

[@user-lq4wk5ub1k]

I've watched a few of your videos today (specifically on the Litter Robot 3). I have a talent for covering/showing things and answering questions we viewers would have on our minds. If we order, we'll certainly go with the bisque color (as much as I like/prefer the grey) as you already also covered it... the grey shows more dust. And you've answered other questions I've had on my mind. One I'll ask, as you're clearly 'pro' on liking this unit... and it saves on scooping, while yes there are bags to empty. This unit (with exchange rate) runs over $700. up here in Canada, considering it does need downtime, minor disassembly to clean (I predict early spring and late fall here to avoid winter) do YOU see the benefit (time-savings, convenience, etc.) to have this unit? I suspect I know your answer (I don't like to presume/assume). And anything you'd like to add that you wish you had put into the video? Thank you in advance for your time. @Floppycats #floppycats

[@Floppycats]

I run this website - so over the years I have heard cat owners rant and rave about it - and yes, I have a lot of videos to help address multiple concerns. Do I see the benefit? Yes. Would I need it in my home? Not really. I don't mind scooping and never have minded it. We were originally sent one to review - and at that time I didn't realize what a huge asset it was to many households. After reading thousands of comments over 30 or so videos, I have learned what a great benefit it is to many. Many say the savings they have from litter alone is worth it.

[@seanwillman6373]

Thank you fellow catter

[@Floppycats]

you're welcome - happy cleaning!

[@seanwillman6373]

I got cleaning my robot today and read that vinegar isn’t good with rubber. Just a thought. I believe a good rinse after probably will do the trick to not cause damage.

[@Floppycats]

@@seanwillman6373 i just use a dash of soap and water or just water.

[@maureencarr3802]

Thank you. I haven’t even had the robot for a week and I’m getting red light flashing and it paused mid clean cycle. Says I have too much litter, but I don’t. I had to scoop the clumps out to start it up again. I’m going out of town for the weekend and I don’t know what to do if this happens when I’m gone. Should I turn it completely off before I leave? Also how often do you completely empty all the litter in the globe out? Thanks so much for your help!

[@Floppycats]

yes, if it says too much litter, then that's the reason. just scoop out some of it - please watch my video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/paLTeZyBoM6Krck

[@Floppycats]

just realized i didn't answer all of your questions - be sure to get the litter level right - as that will help you for the rest of your ownership of the LR3. do you have someone checking on your cat that can manually cycle it? i would also put out a regular litter box, just in case. i completely empty all the litter in the globe out when it gets nasty and needs a deep clean - kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2G2gWCwiLN6aKc

[@wendytujague4265]

Is there anything else you’d recommend to lubricate the globe besides furniture polish?

[@Floppycats]

that's what Litter-Robot told me to use, so that's all i ever used. sorry - maybe ask on this group on FB - facebook.com/groups/500310760811157 or here's what LR told me - "use the self-service troubleshooter at support.litter-robot.com/s/?language=en_US will help people receive support the fastest! If the customer is unable to solve their issue through the troubleshooter, they will reach a form at the end that will prioritize their case with the customer experience team."

[@allisonmarrie5985]

Thank you!!!!!!! 11:43

[@Floppycats]

You bet

[@sbranch7351]

If you want to dry it fast, we used the leaf blower. Done in 10/15 minutes. No wait for it to dry.

[@Floppycats]

ha ha ha - true - knowing my leaf blower though, the machine might has a petrol-like odor left on it - but if yours is electric or running better than mine, then maybe not =)

[@anneschnoor5324]

@@sbranch7351 Brilliant.

[@susansiljee4038]

Great video!! I am going to tackle cleaning it over the weekend. I have only had it a week but one of my 3 cats stands to do his business so there is a mess on the walls afterwards. I have to splash some of the litter on it to cover up the smell. And I have noticed it has actually gone out of the vent hole that is on the top of the box. So needless to say it is very messy. My questions are, when the tray is full, is it actually full or can you use it for additional time or will it stop working? And any ideas about the blocking the hole with a small piece of wee wee pad? Right now I put a wee wee pad on the floor behind it. Thanks for any additional ideas you or others may have.

[@Floppycats]

You can open the drawer and shift around the pee if you're getting a full indicator. I cannot recall if it still works or not - the problem is that the clumps will get blocked. I gave my LRs to a friend who has no legs below the knee), so I cannot really double-check. Sure you could try the pee pads - I would actually ask in this group on Facebook - facebook.com/groups/500310760811157

[@susansiljee4038]

@@Floppycats Okay, thanks!

[@Floppycats]

@@susansiljee4038 you're welcome.

[@fancy7262]

Thanks for all the great info. I’ve had mine for about two weeks, and it has changed my life. By the way, what brand of vacuum is that? Thanks!

[@Floppycats]

It's a Jimmy vacuum - that we reviewed - kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5rVnWWOfrKNeac - and no longer is made, unfortunately. I loved it. I just got this one for my mom for Christmas though - amzn.to/3aRpZ8K and think I will like it just as much. oh dear, it's unavailable too

[@sandraday1892]

We’ve had our Litter Robot for almost a year and I just discovered that regular 13-gallon plastic kitchen trash bags are preferable to the included bags because there is no puckered seam at the bottom which I believe impacts the “full” notification.

[@Floppycats]

Nice 😊. Yes, I have a page dedicated to alternatives here: www.floppycats.com/litter-robot-bags.html

[@danaheflin3562]

I have floppy cats also. I love my litter robot

[@Floppycats]

Yay 😃

[@Properdoseofinsanity94]

Wish there was a way to take off the grate

[@douglascurl2515]

What about the rubber liner? Whisker says the deep clean process includes removing the rubber liner and soaking it in a 5 gal bucket with warm water and mild soap. Thank you for the video.

[@Floppycats]

Makes sense - when I cleaned this 4 years ago they didn't have those instructions, but it makes sense that you should.

[@darcyvarga7383]

Super-helpful video - thank you! Your litter doesn’t appear to stick to the inside at all. What kind do you use?

[@Floppycats]

i use dr. elsey's ultra and my cats are on an all wet food diet - that might matter too.

[@heatherloew6335]

I'd suggest taking the globe apart completely because there's A LOT of nooks & crannies where litter will hide. I did that for the 1st time in 3 yrs & I was shocked at how much caked on stuff there was around the seal of the 2 halves. I'm also replacing the rubber liner because the weight fell out & I couldn't get it to go back in the last year. Also, the liner has lost it's non stick capabilities + it's pretty scratched up from my cats using it. Overall, I'm pretty happy with this, but there's a few things I would change if given the opportunity.

[@Floppycats]

thank you for sharing and thanks for the tips! you can order a new liner from their site - www.litter-robot.com/lr3-globe-liner.html

[@dootscat3798]

Thanks! What kind/brand of furniture polish do you recommend? Should you press Reset button after reassembly?

[@Floppycats]

I think LR recommends Pledge. I used Guardsman's Polish and it worked fine. It's not really necessary to press the reset button after reassembly, but you can.

[@jasminekuehn5133]

What kind of lubricant or furniture seat should I use?

[@Floppycats]

I used Guardman’s because that’s what I had. But think Litter Robot suggests Pledge.

[@billf9847]

Do you only hose off the globe or both base and globe

[@triciayoung9584]

Quick question: i dont see any electronics on the waste drawer (not to be confused with the base, which has the electronic sensors and gears). Is that safe to hose off too? Or am i missing something?

[@Floppycats]

Yes. That’s fine. The waste drawer doesn’t have any electronics.

[@PattiJohnsonpabpaj]

Another SUPER PAWESOME & FABULOUS instructional video in your wonderful LR Video Series, Jenny honey! VERY WELL DONE!!! :)

[@Floppycats]

thanks, ms. patti!

[@PattiJohnsonpabpaj]

@@Floppycats ALWAYS a pleasure, Jenny! Yamw! :)

[@billf9847]

How often do you clean as in taking everything apart 1 month 2 month? Once a week?

[@Floppycats]

It would be subjective - depending on how nasty it got - diet of the cat, cat's litter box habits, litter used, owner's attention to it, etc. I only needed to clean mine every 6 months - in the spring and in the fall. I would wipe it down and "maintain" it when I would empty the waste drawer.

[@billf9847]

@@Floppycats when you say wipe it down do you mean general wiping about the outside inside where litter goes ?

[@Floppycats]

@@billf9847 both. Outside for litter dust and inside if there’s like a poop smear or something. I like my toilet to be clean, so I offer the same to my cats.

[@allanpilbro8368]

This video helped a lot but when you do the empty cycle how much litter is returned to the bowl as our litter robot puts quiet a bit back in keeps getting stuck under the black hole cover

[@Floppycats]

glad it helped.

[@Kraftd68]

What about the rubber part. Doesn’t that come off easily?

[@Floppycats]

I never took it off - it wasn't part of the manufacturer's recommended cleaning (to take it off), so I never saw the need. But you can take it off. Here's how to install it, so I would assume you can figure it out from there? kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6qnlmVtiJyHoZosi=cRETI4yfuaWK21Y5

[@Floppycats]

Here's another - kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3O9d4x-mL6IgLcsi=o0AroKUy_u1QC8ne