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Time Controller Series User Manual
Section 5: Operating the Time Controller Hardware
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5 Operating the Time Controller Hardware
5.1 Powering the Time Controller on and off
Powering the Time Controller on and off is mediated by the ‘Power’ button on the device’s front
panel (see 3.1.1.1 – “ Front Panel ”) .
Power on: With the Time Controller correctly installed as in Section 4.2 – “ Hardware Installation ”,
and with the device powered off, press the ‘Power’ button on the front panel t o power the device
on.
Power off (normal): With the device powered on, hold the ‘Power’ button on the front panel for 2 to
5 seconds to power the device off. Upon successful shutting down, the cooling fan will cease
operation.
Power off (forced shutdown): If the device is powered on but unresponsive, hold the ‘Power’ button
on the front panel for more than 5 seconds to force the device to shut down.
Note: H olding the ‘Power’ button for less than 2 seconds will not cause the
Time Controller to shut down.
Caution : Pressing the power button less for than 2 seconds will not shut down the
device: the device’s LEDs will be shut off, but the Time Controller will continue to
be turned on and fully operational (see Section 5.2 – “ LED Indicators ”)