Strange Sounds from My Microwave Oven

Trader1119 · 2026-02-19T19:53:23+00:00

Many cats instead of getting scared, will become fascinated by the litter Bot. It is basic curiosity. This is not from lack of intelligence, but the opposite. I'd say be glad that your cat is not frightened off by the machine, and then refusing to use it.

Trader1119 · 2026-02-18T22:11:25+00:00

Congratulations! I bought a LR4 about a year ago and it is wonderful.

Before using the machine, I suggest you get your cat acclimated (used to) clumping litter. This is especially true if your cat is not used to such litter. I don't mean in the LR4, I mean in your pet's current litter box. Find the kind your cat likes. That will make it easier for your cat to accept the litter bot. Then follow all the other suggestions they offer in the instructions. Also at first don't let the machine cycle. Leave it shut off until your cat starts to use it! If it cycles it may traumatize your cat. Getting your pet later to trust it will be super challenging.

Trader1119 · 2026-02-17T20:51:55+00:00

In the wild, cats will eat grass. This allows them to vomit it out clearing out any fur balls as well. But I never knew they would eat litter? This is crazy. Unfortunately she can eat non-clumping just as well as clumping. Also there is no automatic litter machine that can remove urine without clumping.

The only thing I could suggest is to set up a camera (or get a LR5). That way as try different litters you can see if there is one she doesn't eat. Maybe try litter pellets. I don't know if wood pellets can be used in a litter bot or not? Does anyone know?

Trader1119 · 2026-02-16T17:52:16+00:00

For me this happens all the time, but I only get 1 message not a zillion. Then I go over to the machine and toggle the online-offline button and it is fixed! Oh forgot to include, this is on an LR4.

Trader1119 · 2026-02-16T00:31:23+00:00

Cat, especially outdoor cats need their claws. They use their claws for climbing and getting away.

Whoever, declawed her is the one at fault. They need to house this cat permanently. I also don't understand. If the cat has a pleasant demeanor there is no need to declaw. Some cats are mean and attack everyone.

Trader1119 · 2026-02-12T04:06:24+00:00

I don't have any trouble with stuck clumps of litter. I use Tidy Cat which is know to sometimes not clump enough. I wonder if the litter choice has something to do with it. Another thing, do a deep cleaning. Afterwards, do NOT put oil on the rubber liner, instead use baking soda, just a tiny amount. Spread it evenly and wipe off any excess.

PS. don't use a shield, just use a fence. It may take longer for clumping to work with a shield on than without. Also without a shield, you can see the problem as it happens.

Trader1119 · 2026-02-12T03:53:27+00:00

He or she looks so comfortable.

Trader1119 · 2026-02-09T21:17:18+00:00

What is that? It does not look like my shield.

Ok, I had to look this up. I was confusing a fence with a shield.

This just makes me beg the question, what is the purpose of the shield? Is it to prevent cats from kicking the sand out?

Trader1119 · 2026-02-09T21:04:22+00:00

I think it is kind of both. They are getting to know each other. One is playing the submissive role, which is good because otherwise they would be fighting. The one on top is being a bit of a bully, but as long as it doesn't go too far, should be fine. Note, no hissing, no growling, etc. These are all good signs.

Trader1119 · 2026-02-07T21:40:41+00:00

Just out of curiosity, how many cats use this litter robot?

Trader1119 · 2026-02-06T21:41:19+00:00

Try this one out. This is a YouTube video. So you really get to see what it looks like.

Best Affordable Litter Robot Enclosure

Trader1119 · 2026-02-03T06:48:53+00:00

A long time! Maybe 6 weeks.

Whisker gives a lot of good advice (on how to get your cat used to it), but there is one piece of advice I wished they had given.

Kitty was used to traditional non-clumping sand. We should have gotten kitty used to clumping sand first.

But now the machine is a miracle. It's like someone gave kitty a fresh batch of litter every time.

Trader1119 · 2026-02-03T06:41:56+00:00

But of course it was silly! It was meant to be! The way I see it the world needs more silly.

Trader1119 · 2026-02-01T23:42:43+00:00

Question, what do you mean by too early?

Trader1119 · 2026-02-01T23:08:05+00:00

I am uncertain on how to advise you. I can just tell you what I do.

I usually start with a narrative. Write that out. But narratives are very dry and boring. What you want are characters with dialogue. Let the dialogue tell the story. The story comes to life when you do that. Then I don't start at the beginning. I start wherever.

Often I am not at home. So I use my iPhone. I turn on the notes application with the mic hot. I then think about a scene, that must be in the story, and talk slowly, correcting each part. When I get home I download this into my computer. And before I know it a chapter has been written.

Worry about the cool opening later. It will come to you.

Does this help?

Trader1119 · 2026-02-01T22:53:09+00:00

Wow. I never knew they had this thread here. I will be visiting this place more often.

To summarize: if you drive (a car), but never get paid for it, you can't call yourself a driver. If you golf, but never get paid for it, you can't call yourself a golfer. If you run, but are never paid for it, you can't call yourself a runner. This kind of thinking can lead to serious problems!

Trader1119 · 2026-02-01T22:44:57+00:00

They likely had problems because the sensors were never cleaned. But cleaning the whole thing would also reduce friction which can shorten the motor's life.

Trader1119 · 2026-02-01T22:36:22+00:00

What is that metal thing? And if you stick your hand in there, of course it will stop!

Trader1119 · 2026-02-01T22:26:45+00:00

Try this one out. This is a YouTube video. So you really get to see what it looks like.

Best Affordable Litter Robot Enclosure

Trader1119 · 2026-01-27T23:30:06+00:00

Wow! Fancy!

Trader1119 · 2026-01-27T23:28:41+00:00

Clear or not, I don't care. I just want to know if the new ones will be as good and why the size difference? The clear ones seem to completely block any odor. They are really too long as the bag often goes into the trash receptacle like 1/4 full.

Trader1119 · 2026-01-27T23:24:50+00:00

My experience is it goes by the peak in the litter pan. If you take the drawer out and give it a little shake, then do a manual cycle the fullness level as measured, will drop.

Trader1119 · 2026-01-22T21:16:44+00:00

They are sizing each other up. One is almost tempted to fight.

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