Litter-Robot II Repair Guide - Chapter 4: Cat Sensor Micro Switch

In this chapter of our Litter-Robot II Repair Guide, we will help you replace the cat sensor micro switch on your Litter-Robot II. You can find our Litter-Robot II troubleshooting guides here:
Litter-Robot II Basic Troubleshooting Guide
Litter-Robot II Advanced Troubleshooting Guide

You can find our Litter-Robot II repair guides here:
Litter-Robot II Repair Guide - Chapter 1: Motor
Litter-Robot II Repair Guide - Chapter 2: Circuit Board
Litter-Robot II Repair Guide - Chapter 3: Power Jack
Litter-Robot II Repair Guide - Chapter 4: Cat Sensor Micro Switch
Litter-Robot II Repair Guide - Chapter 5: Sensor Harness

You can refer to our advanced troubleshooting guide to help you open up your Litter-Robot II.

Replacing the Litter-Robot II cat sensor micro switch

To replace the cat sensor micro switch, you only need pliers. First, remove the Litter-Robot drawer and locate the black sensor cover.

Litter-Robot Cat Sensor Black Cover

Remove the cover to reveal the cat sensor micro switch.

Remove the Black Cover to Reveal the Cat Sensor Micro Switch

Pull the micro switch from under the metal trigger plate.

Under the Black Cover

Pull Out the Cat Sensor Micro Switch

Cat Sensor Micro Switch

With the pliers, carefully disconnect the wire connectors from the micro switch.

Disconnect the First Wire Connector Using Pliers

Disconnect the Second Wire Connector Using Pliers

Replace the cat sensor micro switch and reconnect the wires on the new switch.

Install the First Wire Back on the New Micro Switch

Install the Second Wire Back on the New Micro Switch

Install the cat sensor micro switch back in its position.

Install the New Cat Sensor In Place

Finally, put the black cover in place.

Install the Black Cover On Top of the Cat Sensor Micro Switch

You're Done!