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GENERAL INFORMATION
Ratings:
15A - 120VAC General Purpose
15A - 120VAC Resistive
960W - 120VAC Tungsten
1/2HP - 120VAC Motor
500VA - 120VAC Electronic Ballast
Switching:
SPST
Operating temperature:
-10°C to 55°C (14°F to 131°F )
NOTES:
-
Keep these instructions available for future reference.
- Indoor use only.
- This product is intended for use in the continental US, Alaska,
and
Hawaii.
DESCRIPTION:
This 24-hour, programmable time switch is designed to automatically
energize a light, fan, or small appliance load on a daily basis (or other
combination of days). It is equipped with a special "Astronomic" feature
that can adjust the start or stop time of the load as sunrise and sunset
change throughout the year. In addition to 20 available ON/OFF program
slots, the
42E724A
also has an array of other features to further customize
the programmed time of the load and provide enhanced convenience
during use. Can replace standard toggle or decorator style switches in
single or 3-way applications.
FEATURES:
- Astronomic programming available to adjust with sunrise and sunset.
- 20 available ON/OFF program slots.
- 3-Way capable.
- Automatically adjusts for DST (Daylight Savings Time) with two other
manual modes available if desired.
- Random timing mode available for added security while away for
extended periods. Gives a house more of a realistic, lived-in look.
- Manual pushbutton for temporary or continuous override of automatic
programming.
- Time delay available for auto-shut-off after manual override is activated.
- Countdown timer mode available.
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INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
INSTALLATION BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN IS RECOMMENDED.
INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH
PROVISIONS OF THE U.S. NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, APPLICABLE LOCAL
CODES, AND PERTINENT INDUSTRY STANDARDS.
CAUTION:
USE THIS DEVICE WITH COPPER WIRE ONLY.
CAUTION:
THESE TIMERS ARE NOT TO BE USED IN PRECISION TIMING
APPLICATIONS WHEN INACCURATE TIMING COULD HAVE DANGEROUS
CONSEQUENCES SUCH AS WITH SUN LAMPS OR TANNING EQUIPMENT.
WARNING: TO AVOID FIRE, SHOCK, OR DEATH, TURN OFF POWER
AT CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE AND TEST THAT POWER IS OFF
BEFORE WIRING!
1) Remove existing wall plate and switch if applicable.
2) Referring to the WIRING DIAGRAMS, connect the wires from the switch
to the wires in the wall box using the supplied wire nuts.
Be sure all wire
nuts are secure.
3) Gently position wires in wall box to allow room for switch.
4) Carefully place wires and switch into wall box, and secure with two
mounting screws.
5) Install the wall plate.
6) Restore power to the circuit breaker or fuse panel.
NOTE:
FOR 3-WAY INSTALLATIONS, BE SURE TO INSTALL JUMPER ON 3-WAY
SWITCH BETWEEN RED LEAD WIRE OF THE TIMER AND THE LOAD LEAD WIRE.
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WIRING DIAGRAMS
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KEYPAD LAYOUT / BUTTON FUNCTION
1. MODE
A) Mode selection (Normal Display, PROG, CALD, ZONE, SUN±, DST).
B) Current and Countdown rest time display switched in countdown mode.
2. ENTER
- In and out of setting modes (PROG, CALD, ZONE, SUN±,
DST.)
3. SET
- Locks in chosen parameters and provides access to sub-settings.
4. (
▲
)
- "Up arrow"
A) Switches Normal Display between current date and time.
B) Increments up for available selections in setting mode.
C) Increments up for reviewing Program Slots in Program Mode.
5. (
▼
)
- "Down arrow"
A) Provides review of DST (Daylight Savings Time) dates in Normal
Display.
B) Increments down for available selections in setting mode.
C) Increments down for reviewing Program Slots in Program Mode.
6. OVERRIDE
- Four buttons in corners of the keypad.
A) Press one time for Manual ON/OFF switching of load. Press and hold
for 3-seconds to switch between automatic operation and fully manual
operation.
B) Hide/Unhide setting data in program mode.
C) Pause/Continue in countdown period.
7. RESET
- Clears all programming and reloads default settings.
Dual-Key Functions
1. SET +
▲
- Random function start/stop.
2. SET +
▼
- Countdown function start/stop.
3.
▲
+
▼
- Manual DST function start/cancel. (NOTE: this feature only
works when DST is set in "MANU" (Manual) mode.
42E724A
In-Wall Programmable Astronomic
Time Switch
INSTRUCTIONS
Single Pole (Typical) Wiring
2-Switch, 3-Way Wiring
(NOTE: JUMPER REQUIRED ON 3-WAY SWITCH.)
NOTE:
TO ACCESS
THE KEYPAD, LIFT
BOTTOM OF DOOR IN
FRONT OF TIMER WITH
SMALL SLOTTED
SCREWDRIVER.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
If this product fails because of a manufacturing defect within one year after purchase, we will replace it at no
charge. Our warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, abuse, or misuse. We assume no further
liability with respect to the sale or use of this product.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including the warranty of merchantability.
We make no warranty with respect to the fitness of any goods for the user's particular application. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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