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SA210- 7-25-2006 V-3
Made in China
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size: 290mmW x 477mm H
Color: Black text
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size: 290mmW x 477mm H
Color: Black text
May 26, 06
Model: SA 210
Digital Outdoor Timer with 3 Outlets
•
Zip-Set Technology: Sunset Auto On
Thank you for purchasing the SA 210 outdoor digital
Timer, an easy to use outdoor digital timer with
Zip-Set Technology and other advanced features:
Features:
• Zip-Set Technology; automatically turns lights on at sunset –
just enter your phone area code.
• Outdoor Timer with large display and keypads
• 3 outlets – 2 timed controlled outlets and 1 untimed outlet
• 4 independent on/off programmable timers.
• DST (daylight savings time) switch.
• Timer settings are selectable to work weekends(2),
weekdays(5), or all week(7).
• Random function for security.
• Manual Override
• Battery Backup (batteries included)
DO NOT USE THE TIMER TO TURN OFF POWER FOR MAINTENANCE
WORK (repairs, removing broken bulbs, etc.). ALWAYS TURN POWER
OFF AT THE SERVICE PANEL BY REMOVING A FUSE OR TRIPPING
THE CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE DOING ANY ELECTRIC REPAIRS.
NEVER SUBMERGE UNIT INTO WATER.
WARNINGS:
This product has passed
ETL testing. It is certified
and
complies with both
U.S. and Canadian
product safety standards.
Untimed Outlet Cover
Timed Outlet
Convenient easy 3 Button Control
for normal operation
Setting Zip-Set Telephone Area Code
The SA 210 internal clock is pre-set at the factory to the (212-NYC area code) Eastern time zone. (If you live in another area code other than 212- you need to change
the area code). Simply enter your telephone area code by following these easy steps to have the time adjust to your location:
1. Press the
Mode Button
until “ZIP” appears in the display. (Figure A)
2. Press and hold the
Zip Set/Clear Button
until the display shows the 3-digit area code input mode (Figure B).
3. The 1st digit of the telephone area code should be flashing. Press the
Forward/Hourly Adjust
or
Reverse Button
to adjust it, then press
00
On/Off/Enter Button
to enter it and edit the next digit. Press the
Zip Set/Clear Button
to go back to / edit the previous digit. Continue until the
correct telephone area code is displayed. (
Note:
For special area code time zones see note below)
4. Once your telephone area code is entered, select a turn off time for the Zip-Set automatic sunset timer (the default turn off time of 6 should flash) (Figure C). You
can have the timer turn off (2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 or 16 hours after sunset. While the turn off time is flashing, press the
Forward/Hourly Adjust
to cycle to the
desired turn off setting, then press
On/Off/Enter Button
to enter it. When DONE appears in the display (Figure D), press
On/Off/Enter Button
to
confirm or wait 10 seconds.
5. Press
Mode Button
to Zip (display icon) to confirm the timer is set for ZIP-SET Auto ON at Sunset.
Note:
(1.) After entering the Area codes for certain states, a “C” may appear next to the telephone area code, indicating a central location in the state. Press Forward or Reverse to toggle to W
(West) or E (East) and N (North) or S (South) if needed for proper time setting.
(2.) There are also area codes that may have different time zones; for example the 208 area code; by default will flash PST or by pressing Forward or Reverse will toggle to MST)
(3.) Telephone area codes can change and may not appear in the timer’s table. Should that occur, please use the closest adjacent area code to set
the timer correctly for your location.
(4.) If a new area code was issued after this unit was manufactured or if you enter an invalid/nonexistent area code, you will get an error message stating 'AREA CODE NOT FOUND'. Enter
the closest correct area code for zip set mode to function properly.
(5.) If the clock/calendar is not correct or time is lost after replacing batteries, zip-Set mode will not function properly. Please see Setting Clock and Calendar (below).
Using Programmable ON and OFF Time Settings
The SA 210 has
4 independent programmable ON/OFF time settings
so you can turn
outdoor holiday, landscape and security lighting
, etc. on and off at specific
times.
1. Press
MODE Button
until the “PROG” and “1” icons are displayed.
2. Press the
Calendar/7-5-2 Button
to select the timer frequency. "7" means the timer will operate all week, “5” for weekdays and “2” for just the weekend.
3. Press and hold the
Program Button
until the display is flashing. (Figure E)
4. The display will change to show the “on” time for program 1 and flash. The On Icon will appear. Press the
Forward/Hourly Adjust
or
Reverse
Button
to adjust the ON time.
5. Press the
On/Off/Enter Button
or wait for approx. 10 seconds. The display will show “off ” time, and the Off Icon
will appear. (Figure F) Press the
Forward/Hourly Adjust
or
Reverse Button
to adjust OFF time. Press the
On/Off/Enter Button
once more or wait for approx. 10 seconds to
return to normal mode. Display will change back to show the clock time.
6. To program 2nd, 3rd or 4th timer, just follow step 1-5 but press
MODE Button
until “PROG” and corresponding (“2”, “3” or “4”) icons are displayed.
Note:
Do not program the same on and off time when setting programs 1, 2, 3 or 4. You can not set the turn on and turn off to the same time (i.e., Turn on at 5:00 am and turn off at
5:00 am). Doing so will produce an error message on the display. To resolve the error message, change the off time by at least one minute using the forward or reverse button.
Activating the Programmable timer
1. Press
MODE Button
until one of the program icons appears. That programmed timer is now active. (Press the
Program Button
to view the existing
ON and OFF preset times).
2. There is a simpler way to adjust turn on time by pressing the
Forward/Hourly Adjust Button
. The turn On can be adjusted by +/-90 minutes.
3. If you wish, press the
Random Button
once to activate the random feature. The timer on/off time will flu/-10 to +/-120 minutes randomly. To cancel
this feature, just press the button again
Battery Replacement
Battery Installation
–
This unit comes with 2 x CR2032 batteries for time keeping and back-up. You should replace the batteries every 2 years. To replace the
batteries, please follow these steps:
1. Remove the SA 210 plug from the wall socket.
2. Unscrew mounting screws and remove unit from wall.
3. Turn unit over and using a small Phillips screw driver, remove the 2 screws holding the battery compartment cover (on back of unit).
4. Using a small flat screwdriver, gently pry the battery door open. Remove the 2 CR2032 batteries.
5. Install 2 new CR2032 batteries into the battery compartment, making sure that the + and – polarities match up with the diagram printed on the unit.
6. When the batteries are in place, return the battery door its original position and tighten the screws.
7. If you find the timer is not running after installing new batteries, you may need to reset it first. Using the point of a pencil or paperclip, press the
RESET
Button
located on the front panel. You will then need to reset the time and date.
8. Remount unit as before and plug the timer into the wall socket.
NOTE:
When changing batteries, make sure to reset the current time to the correct time in the Eastern time zone.
When you enter your telephone area code, it will then automatically adjust to the proper time for your location/time zone.
If Reset: Zip-Set must have the area code, year and date and Eastern time entered properly to function.
Setting Clock and Calendar
Clock Setting
(this function is usually used when batteries must be replaced) Set only to Eastern Time- 212 area code.
1. Press and hold the
TIME SET Button
until the display is flashing.
2. Press and hold the
Forward/Hourly Adjust Button
to rapidly advance the time forward, or the
Reverse Button
to rapidly change the time
backward. Release button when the approximate correct Eastern time is displayed. PM Indicator is on the upper right corner of the display.
Note:
While pressing either
Forward/Hourly Adjust
or
Reverse Button
the minutes will begin at a moderate pace, and then get faster. This will
help you in set the time faster and more accurately.
3. Press the
Forward/Hourly Adjust
or
Reverse Button
repeatedly until the correct Eastern time is displayed.
4. Press the
On/Off/Enter Button
or wait for approx. 10 seconds to exit time setting mode.
5. Press the
DST Button
to ON to have timer increase the current time by 1 hour for daylight saving time. The DST Indicator is to the right of the display. Press
the
DST Button
again to turn it off. Current time will decrease 1 hour.
Calendar Setting
(This function is usually used when batteries must be replaced)
1. Press and hold the
Calendar/7-5-2 Button
until “Y 04” (default) flashes on the display.
2. Press the
Forward/Hourly Adjust
or the
Reverse Button
to adjust to current year then press
On/Off/Enter Button
or wait for approx. 10
seconds. The display will show month/date and flash.
3. Press the
Forward/Hourly Adjust
or
Reverse Button
repeatedly until the correct month/date is displayed.
4. Press the
On/Off/Enter Button
or wait for approx. 10 seconds to exit calendar setting mode.
Note:
While pressing either
Forward/Hourly Adjust
or
Reverse Button
the date will begin at a moderate pace, and then get faster. This will
assist you in setting the time quickly and accurately.
Ratings:
Total load: 15 AMP Resistive & Inductive, 1000W Tungsten & Incandescent, 1/4 HP 120VAC, 60Hz.
ZIP-SET
DST Button
Zip Set/Clear Button
Reverse Button
On/Off/Enter Button
Time Set Button
Forward/
Hourly Adjust Button
Reset Button
Calendar/7-5-2 Button
Random Button
Program Button
Mode Button
Untimed Outlet Cover
Detailed set up and function instructions are on back side of this manual.
Set your area code
Yes- You are DONE!
Find and press “Mode” button, until you see the Zip-Set icon
Then depress & hold the Clear (Zip-Set) button until the display flashes.
1
2
3
Fast Set Up Instructions for Zip-Set™ Timers
to
ZIP-SET
CLEAR
To set
:
use “Reverse” / “Forward” buttons and ON/OFF
to Confirm or Enter.
or
then to set press
Set how many hours after sunset that you wish the fixture to
turn the power off (2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 or 16 hrs).
Do not touch the time setting! It must
always be set to the Default Preset
Factory Time (NYC - (212) local time)
for the zip-set program to work.
Function
Designed for outdoor use, the SA 210 can be mounted inside or outside on a wall. It controls outdoor holiday, landscape, pool, spa accessories ,
security lighting, etc.
Function – The SA 210 has 3 outlets: 2 timed outlets which are powered and controlled by the SA 210 digital timer and 1 extra untimed outlet which
always has power. We suggest that you always plug any outdoor timer to a GFCI outlet. Connect your outdoor lighting, etc. to either of the desired
timed outlet.
Please note: the total rating (untimed extra timer outlets) of all items connected to the timer must not exceed the SA 210 rating of
15 amps and that any timer settings applied are for all of the timed outlets; they cannot operate independently.
Mounting
Understanding the Zip-Set Mode
Zip-set Technology “Sunset Auto on timer” is easy to program. The clock is set at the factory to
the (212) Eastern time zone so you just need to enter your area code before using, make sure the
Zip-Set mode is activated, and you’re finished. The timer will automatically adjust for your loca-
tion to turn your outdoor holiday, landscape and security lighting on at sunset. Your SA 210 will
automatically adjust to the changing sunset times as the year progresses.
Your program settings are protected by the integrated back-up battery; even with brown-outs or black-outs, the Zip-set will store, the time, date, and area
code settings and turn your lights and appliances correctly on at sunset once the electric current resumes.
Zip-Set Quick Set-up
Zip-Set is the easiest way to set a light or an appliance to automatically turn on at sunset. Zip-Set is pre-set to the 212 area code (New York City) time zone, so
if you live in New York within the 212 area code, simply press the “Mode” button to “ZIP” and it will automatically turn on your appliance at sunset and turn off
after 6 hours. But if you live in another area code, please follow Zip-Set area code instructions.
Timer Operation
Manual Override
To override the On or Off settings, press the
On/Off Button
. The override setting will not change the next timed event.
Activate the Zip-Set Sunset timer
1. Press the
MODE Button
until "ZIP" icon is displayed. The Zip-Set sunset timer is set and active.
2. SA 210, once properly set, knows the sunset time of your location. It will automatically turn on at sunset and turn off after
your selected duration time
of 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 or 16 hrs.(se
e
ZIP-Set Telephone Area Code Setting)
3. Press the
Random Button
once to activate the random feature so the timer on/off time will fluctuate b/-10 minutes to +/-120 minutes randomly. To cancel this feature, just press
the button again
(random disappears)
.
When your home is left unattended,
this is an excellent security feature to simulate household activity and
random should be activated.
Activate the Programmable timer
1. Press
MODE Button
until the wanted program icon (
PROG
1,2,3,or 4) is displayed and the chosen timer program will be active.
2. Press the
Random Button
once to activatate the random feature so the timer on/off period will fluctuate b/-10 minutes to +/-120 minutes randomly. To cancel this feature, just
press the button again
(random disappears)
.
Turn off all timer functions:
If you don’t want to use any timer functions, just press the
MODE Button
until "OFF" is displayed.
Confirm timer settings for ON/OFF:
Press
MODE
, select program then press
PROGRAM button
.
Mount the timer on a wall
in the desired
location using the 2 mounting holes provided with screws.
The head of the screw (or fastener)
should be slightly larger than
the narrow portion of the slotted
hole.The best mounting position
for the timer is within 1 foot
from your outlet.
Risk of electric shock
• No Serviceable parts inside- Do not open or tamper with unit.
• Plug directly into an electric outlet
• Connect to grounded 3-prong outlet only
• Do not use a 3- to 2-prong adaptor to defeat the grounding pin.
• Remove timer from outlet before cleaning
• Keep children away from timer & outlet
Risk of fire
• For only 120 volt usage
• Do not use to control irons and cooking appliances, etc.
• Do not exceed the recommended electrical ratings
SAFETY WARNING
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