Introduction
If your Voluas VL001 pet feeder's electric motor is working but your main drive gear isn't turning, you may have a problem with your motor assembly gears. This guide outlines how to replace them. It is a fairly simple process and can be done quickly.
Tools
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            Remove the lid to the storage tank by using the latch and lifting off. 
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            Grab the food storage tank on both sides. Depress the tabs that say "Push" on them and lift the tank off. 
 
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            Place your pet feeder upside down. 
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            Squeeze the lock and remove the battery cover. 
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            Remove the three 1.5V D alkaline batteries. 
 
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            Remove four screws from the corners of the device using a Phillips #2 screwdriver. 
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            Using the magnetic tip of the screwdriver, carefully lift the screw out of the hole. 
 
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            Turn the device over so it is oriented right-side up. 
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            Lift the top part of the feeder off, exposing the mechanisms that run the feeder. 
 
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            Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the six screws that hold the motor housing on to the device. 
 
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.