Set-up Instuctions, Suggestions and Tips

Setting up the Forever Litter tray is quite easy.  As this is a permanent tray, your setup will be slightly different from what you may have been used to with the cardboard trays.  Following these simple steps will not only make everything work more easily -- but eventually this routine will make litter changes a snap -- reducing your litter changes to just a few minutes.

First, tilt the Scoop Free unit back so that it's standing on its back end (as shown below) as you normally would when changing your cartridge.

Next, slide your empty Forever tray in place, and fill with approximately 4 to 4.5lbs of crystal litter. (IMPORTANT: Please make sure you are using the correct size of crystal -- this is crucial for the proper operation of the unit. Please see "Litter Recommendations" for more details. Also -- it is the weight (drag) of the crystals in the tray that causes the rake to flip on the return trip -- so if your rake is not flipping simply add more crystals up to the 4.5lb amount).

Make sure you fill the tray so that the litter is evenly spread, and reaches to the edge of the "anti-sliding ridge" (see photo below):

Next, place the clear lid into the tray, ensuring that the two tabs go into the notches and that the front edge of the clear lid is resting on top of the thin layer of crystals you just put in. (See detail below). This ensures the sealing off of the front edge of the compartment and will make sure your clear lid gets a solid attachment to the magnets in a later step. (Note: the clear lid is not designed to close down on the very bottom of the tray. By design, it needs to rest on the crystals to seal properly -- and to have the correct clearance over the rake on the forward stroke).

Now you're ready to set the Scoop Free down over the tray, per the photo below.

Always make sure that the little white pegs on the sides are above the clear lid.  What lifts the lid are the magnets of the purple cover -- not the pegs. If you've got the tray properly assembled you should only need to touch the clear lid occasionally for cleaning, so you can leave it attached to the blue lid for routine litter changes. Just tilt the Scoop Free up on its end, leaving the lid attached. It's the magnets that actually lift the lid, and the floating hinge is only there to set it in the tray and locate the lid before you tilt the unit down over the tray.

Now we need to make certain that the magnets of the purple cover are clicking onto the metal tabs of the clear lid. Simply press down lightly on the purple cover until you hear them "click" (see below).  (Per one of the previous steps, the edge of the clear lid should be resting on the layer of crystals in the tray).

Now you're all set to go!!!

And some other tips to get the most out of your Forever Tray...........

Cleaning for your tray

After a period you may notice some urine staining in one area.  Cats prefer to go in one spot, so an occasional stir of the crystals will not only make them last longer, it will also reduce the stain buildup.  If you do find stains -- not to worry.  I use Lysol Kitchen Cleaner and a scotch-brite sponge.  Let the cleaner soak on the stain for a couple of minutes, and scrub with the scotch-brite.  The plastic is very tough, and this cleaning won't harm it at all.

Basic box maintenance

"Reality vs. advertising" -- don't expect this litterbox to be completely "hands off" as the advertizing claims. While it's very, very good -- the best way to get the most of it is to do an occasional stir of the litter and to rake out excess poops from under the lid. Operative word is "occasional" -- maybe once every few days. It really helps, and is still worlds less trouble and smell than any other box I've found.

Leakage issues?

If you experience urine leakage, check to see if you might have a "side pee-er". Some cats like to pee on the sides, causing leakage over the top edge. (Note: this is also good advice for anyone using the cardboard Scoop Free cartridges as well, as some people have reported this problem no matter what tray or cartridge they use).