Petlibro feeder resets are model-specific: hold the correct buttons for 3–6 seconds, then set up the feeder again afterward.
Resetting a Petlibro automatic cat feeder comes down to one thing first: which model you own. Hold the wrong combination and nothing happens — or worse, you clear a feeding schedule you spent real time programming. The model number sits on the label under the feeder, on the box, and inside the app under Device Info. Match that number to the correct reset below and the whole process takes under two minutes.
Which Petlibro Feeder Do I Have?
Check the model label first — every Petlibro feeder family uses a different reset method, so guessing from memory usually fails. The five current families are the Essential Wi-Fi Feeder (PLAF101, PLAF102, AF101, AF102), the Air Automatic Feeder (AF008, PLAF008), the Easy Feed Automatic Feeder (AF003, AF004, PLAF003, PLAF004), the Granary Wi-Fi Feeder (PLAF103), and the One RFID Feeder (AF301, PLAF301).
Look underneath the feeder for the product label first. If the sticker is worn, open the Petlibro app and check the device settings screen, where the model number appears next to the feeder name. A reset meant for a different family simply won’t register.
Petlibro Feeder Reset Methods, Model By Model
These are the official button combinations Petlibro publishes for each feeder family. Hold the buttons until you hear the confirmation beep or voice prompt — that signal tells you the reset actually triggered.
| Petlibro Feeder | Buttons To Hold | Confirmation Signal |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Wi-Fi (PLAF101/102, AF101/102) | Reset for 6 seconds | 3 beeps, then the blue light flashes after about 1 minute |
| Air Automatic (AF008/PLAF008) | + and − together for 3–5 seconds | All time settings and feeding schedules are cleared |
| Easy Feed (AF003/004, PLAF003/004) | Setting and OK for 3 seconds | A single beep sounds |
| Granary Wi-Fi (PLAF103) | Reset until 3 beeps (unlocked only) | The Wi-Fi indicator keeps flashing for reconnection |
| One RFID (AF301/PLAF301) | Reset until the voice prompt (unlocked only) | Says “reset successfully” and “ready for Wi-Fi connection” |
Every reset shares one consequence: stored settings do not survive. Petlibro’s official notes state the Essential Wi-Fi Feeder deletes all previous settings, and the Air Automatic Feeder removes all time settings and feeding schedules. Rebuild schedules and re-pair the feeder before normal feeding resumes. Petlibro’s Essential Wi-Fi Feeder reset guide spells out that step-by-step process.
Wi-Fi Models: App Reset And Re-Pairing
Wi-Fi feeders also reset from the app, which is the smoother route when the feeder and phone simply won’t pair.
For the Essential Wi-Fi Feeder, open the Petlibro Lite app, tap the device icon, and choose Factory Reset. The feeder beeps 3 times, waits about a minute, then the blue light flashes slowly — that slow flash is your cue to reconnect the feeder in the app.
For the Granary Wi-Fi Feeder, tap the icon in the top right corner and choose Factory Reset; the Wi-Fi indicator flashes after the 3 beeps. If you’re passing the feeder to someone else, use the stronger option: tap the settings icon, scroll down, choose Remove Device, then Disconnect and wipe data.
A locked or offline unit needs the hardware path. Hold the far-left Unlock button for 3 seconds, then, within the next 3 seconds, hold the far-right Reset button for 3 seconds. Don’t press Feed or Microphone during the sequence. Skipping the unlock step is the most common mistake — several reset routines only respond in the unlocked state.
The fastest fix order: confirm the model, hold the correct buttons, wait for the beep or voice prompt, then reopen the app and re-pair the feeder as a new device. If a factory reset doesn’t revive the unit and you’re comparing replacements for two cats, our roundup of the best dual automatic cat feeders covers the models worth your money.
FAQs
Will resetting my Petlibro feeder delete the feeding schedule?
Yes on most models. Petlibro’s official pages state that resetting the Essential Wi-Fi Feeder deletes all previous settings, and the Air Automatic Feeder loses all time settings and feeding schedules. Write your schedule down before resetting, then rebuild it in the app during re-pairing.
Why is my Petlibro feeder not resetting?
Usually one of three things: you’re using the wrong method for your model, the feeder is locked, or you pressed Feed or Microphone during the sequence. Confirm the model number on the underside label, unlock the feeder, then hold the reset buttons shown for your model.
Do I need the app to reset a Wi-Fi feeder?
No. The hardware Reset button works on every model, including Wi-Fi versions such as the Essential Wi-Fi Feeder and Granary Wi-Fi Feeder. The app’s Factory Reset option is the more convenient path when the feeder is already paired and you’re troubleshooting a connection problem.
References & Sources
- Petlibro. “How Do I Reset the Essential WiFi Feeder (PLAF101/102, AF101/102)?” Official reset steps: 6-second hold, 3 beeps, blue-light flash, and deletion of all previous settings.
- Petlibro. “How Do I Reset the Air Automatic Feeder (AF008/PLAF008)?” Confirms the +/− hold removes all time settings and feeding schedules.
- Petlibro. “How Do I Reset the Easy Feed Automatic Feeder (AF003/004, PLAF003/004)?” Documents the Setting + OK 3-second reset combo.