The function is quite simple, but the manual is supplied in electronic form only, otherwise only a leaflet with pictures. Who the mini-CD can not read: There are instructions on the Jewel homepage.
The machine feeds on power and then (if desired second feeding) after about 6 hours again. There is no clock. So if you want to feed in the afternoon, is required to prepare the machines the day before.
I have the vending machine with a mixture of flakes (crisps) and shrimp pellets filled to the brim, after two weeks at two-time feeding it was empty. On the other hand, most people tend anyway to overfeeding and it does not harm the fish, time to get a little less.
Who's afraid because of a dead battery, this should remove when not in use. However, contrary to other reviews lit when switched off no LED, the consumption is expected to be so low.
All in all a practical, effective automatic feeder for more undemanding fish and owner.