Quick blinking yellow / slow blinking blue

Hello,
For the past few days, my litter robot 3 had a blinking blue light after making a cycle. I could always temporarily solve it buy pressing reset. When this happened in the past, I gave the unit a manual cleaning and we were good to go. Not this time

After cleaning the unit, measuring the contacts of the anti pinch contacts to make sure they are working, and putting the unit back together, after powering on I notice:

  • All leds (including the night led on the top) blink once
  • Blue led blinks (as if the drawer is full)

If I press reset:

  • The yellow light blinks fast (perhaps 5 or 6 times a second)

Then, if I press reset once more, we go back to:

  • Blue led blinks

These last two steps can continue in a loop.

It seems the same as this topic: https://community.robotshop.com/forum/t/litter-robot-keeps-blinking-blue-and-when-i-press-the-reset-button-it-starts-to-blink-yellow-super-fast/53799 but that has not been answered to a solution.

I have tried the steps mentioned in https://community.robotshop.com/forum/t/litter-robot-iii-open-air-blue-blinking-light/29320 but no solution

What is going on?

Thank you.

Hello @vanhetpadje ,

Welcome back to RobotShop community.

We are sorry to hear that you are having trouble with your Litter-Robot.

To troubleshoot this issue, please follow the steps below:

Thoroughly clean the DFI sensor lens and the surrounding area with a clean, dry cloth. Sensors may be obstructed by debris or dust, which can cause detection problems.

Ensure the waste drawer liner is correctly inserted to prevent detection issues and the litter bag isn’t overhanging to avoid sensor clogs. Please Refer to the following video:

How to Install a Waste Drawer Liner

1- Remove the old bag.

2- Wipe the DFI sensor’s circuit boards on each side.

3- Install the new bag.

4- Press the “Reset” button on the robot.

5- Reset the level on the app. (For wi-fi model)

Note: Steps 4 and 5 must be done in that order according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

If none of the above steps resolves the issue, please send us photos of the 3 sets of contact pins. 2 are located on the base and 1 is on the side of the bonnet. (See photo)

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We will also need some additional information to open a file.

-Photo of the serial number located behind the base of the litter box.

-Order number. (PDF or photo of receipt for reseller clients)

-Confirmation of your postal address and telephone number.

You can send us these details in a private message for more security.

Awaiting your response,

Best regards,

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Thank you for your reply. After another cleaning round, the only difference now is that, when powering on the unit, all leds except the night led on the top blink once.
See attached pictures

The blinking blue and yellow leds remain.




The DFI in this unit has been replaced in november 2021.

Hello @vanhetpadje ,

Thank you for your reply.

According to the pictures, it seems that the DFI sensor and the 3 sets of pins will need to be replaced.

Since the robot is out of warranty, you can order these parts from the following links:

The following videos will help you replace these parts:

Litter-Robot 3 DFI Kit + Pinch Detect Terminals Installation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmXy7PBaiIQ
How To Replace Bonnet’s Pin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MEk3VfsUmo
How To Replace Base’s Pin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vzw1KIQj2_M

Let us know if you need further assistance.

Sincerely,

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Hello @Ebram thank you for your reply.
I have tested all contact pins and they do make electrical contact. Should they still be replaced?
Furthermore, the DFI was replaced in november 2021, it should still have warranty.
Kind regards

Hello @vanhetpadje ,

Thank you for your reply.

The warranty on replacement parts is 3 months only except for the motor (6 months)

We recommend ordering the 3 sets of pins along with the DFI sensor.

You can start by replacing the DFI sensor only and check if the robot would function properly or not.

If you start to have a yellow blinking light afterward, you will need to replace the pins.

If not, you can keep them till this error occurs.

This way you can avoid having to pay shipping again for such small parts.

Sincerely,