7. Countdown Setting (Up to 24 hours)
The timer has a countdown function. This allows a fixed period (e.g. 2 hours) to be
entered, then when the countdown (CTD) button is pressed, the timer will switch on for
the set period and then switch off. The countdown period can be set as follows:
6a Press "<—" key. The display "CTD" sign will come on and ON will flash.
6b Press "SET" key. The hour will start to flash.
6c Press"—•" or <-" key to set the countdown hours.
6d Press "SET" key to confirm the hours. The hour will stop flashing and the minute will start
to flash.
6e Press "-->" or "<-" key to set the countdown minutes.
6f Press "SET" key to confirm the minutes. The minute will stop flashing and the second will
start to flash
6g Press "—•" or "<—" key to set the countdown seconds.
6h Press "CTD" key to start the countdown
(Pressing the "OVER" key during countdown time setting will cancel the countdown time).
During countdown time setting, if you do not press any key within 10 seconds, countdown
setting mode will cease and you will have to start again from 6a.
If during countdown setting, you would like to stop setting countdown, pressing the
"TIME" key will escape the countdown setting mode.
After countdown starts, if you would to like see the current time, press "TIME" key and the
current time will be shown. After about 2 seconds, the timer will go back to the countdown
screen automatically.
After countdown starts, if you would like to stop it, press "CTD" key to stop the countdown.
Pressing "CTD" key again will re-start the countdown. (The Over" button has no effect
during countdown.)
Once the countdown has terminated and you would like to go back to the current time screen,
just press the "TIME" key.
8. Random ON and OFF Times
The timer has a random function, which will cause any programmes already set to be
delayed by between 2 and 32 minutes (at random), so that the product under control does
not come on and go off at the same times every day.
Pressing the "RND" button activates the Random function. The display will indicate " |RNT3 ".
If the random feature is used it is recommended that the time interval between the "ON" and
"OFF" settings be at least 33 minutes, otherwise, it is possible that the programme may be
missed altogether. The Random setting can be cancelled by pressing the "RND" button.
Then the |RNDj sign will disappear.
Note: Random mode will only work if at least one programme has already been set.
9. One Hour Advance For British Summer Time
Whilst holding down the "TIME" key, press the "<—" button,
hour and the display will show (+1h) sign.
The current time will advance one
To cancel the "advance one hour" setting, hold down the "TIME" key and press the "<-
button. The "+1h" sign will disappear.
10.12 Hrs (AM/PM) and 24 Hr Clock display changeover
Press and hold the "TIME" button for about three seconds. The time will change from AM/PM
mode to 24 Hrs mode (or vice versa).
Usage - Important
1 Do not exceed the current capacity of the timer.
This timer is rated at 13 Amps (resistive loads) and 2 Amps (inductive loads)
Typical resistive loads are:
Lamps
Radios
Simple Heaters, Radiators etc.
Inductive Loads include most motor-operated appliances, e.g.:
Fan heaters
Washing Machines
Dishwashers
Tumble Driers
Therefore the timer should not be used with these products if they exceed 2 Amps (48C
Watts )
2. Do not use this timer with products which are not designed for unattended use, e.g.
Fan heaters
Open element heaters
Power driven machinery
3. The timer is for indoor use only.
4. Always ensure the timer is firmly plugged into the wall socket, and the product being
switched is plugged firmly into the timer Do not use if the timer feels 'loose'.
Care Instructions
1. If cleaning the timer is required, remove from mains power and wipe timer with a dry cloth.
2. Do not immerse timer in water or any other liquid.
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