model ss7 series installation and operating instructions
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1. Push and release MODE button to choose AUTO AUTO RAND or MAN Replace clear cover switch Push and release clear cover switch to switch load ON or OFF if necessary SNA VAWNHH How to set change or review ON OFF times 1 Remove clear cover switch 2 Push and release MODE button until PGM is displayed 2a at event ON 3 If necessary push and release ON OFF EVENT button until event to set change is displayed 3a or push the ON OFF EVENT pushbutton repeatedly to review all the ON OFF times 4 Push and release DAY button until desired day or group of days is displayed 4a or push and release the DAY button until is displayed if you would like to cancel this ON or OFF time 5 Push and release H button until desired event hour and AM PM are displayed 5a 5 6 Push and release M button until desired minutes are displayed 6a 6a 7 Push and release ON OFF EVENT button to choose the next event to set 5 y 7a or change 7a ie 8 Push and release MODE button to choose AUTO AUTO RAND or MAN jn 8 15 9 Replace clear cover switch wee 10 Push and release clear cover switch to switch load ON or OFF if 4a necessary Example LOAD MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT USE THE TIMER TO TURN OFF POWER FOR MAINTENANCE repairs removing broken bulbs etc ALWAYS TURN POWER OFF AT THE SERVICE PANEL BY REMOVING A FUSE OR SWITCHING OFF A CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE DOING A2. the clock then set the ON OFF times If NoOp appears in display push battery cover in until you hear a click Push reset button to clear display Proceed with programming MODE button Push and release to change the mode upper line of the display CLK mode To set or change the time PGM mode To set review or change programmed ON OFF times AUTO mode Programmed ON OFF times work Manual switching works AUTO RAND mode Programmed ON OFF times work and are randomly offset up to 15 minutes Manual switching works MAN mode Only manual switching works Programmed ON OFF times remain in memory The Mode button skips the AUTO modes if the time of day and or the ON OFF times have not been set DAY button coe P nse lt 2 Function depends on the mode CLK mode Push and release to cycle through the days of the DAY J week MO TU WE TH FR SA SU Push and hold to cycle quickly pay He me PGM mode Push and release to cycle through all week week days weekend individual days of the week and null MO TU WETH FR SA SU all displayed at once is all week MO TU WETH FR all displayed at once is weekdays SA SU displayed is weekend MO TU WE TH FR SA and SU are individual days on clock display is the null setting Use null to cancel an unwanted ON or
3. 1 5 VOLT alkaline battery should operate your timer for 3 years or more under typical conditions High or low temperature or frequent use of the manual pushbutton or the 3 way switch will reduce the battery life Replace the battery when the digital display is dim the message lobAt Meaning LOW BATTERY is displayed or if the timer fails to operate Press any button to clear the lobAt message The timer has built in memory protection providing at least 15 seconds to change a weak battery without losing your settings You do not need to turn off the load or the power in order to replace the battery however do not attempt to switch the timer on or off while the battery is out or your settings will be lost and the timer will need to be reset Programming and Operating Instructions Introduction to Operation and Programming The timer is a programmable switch At any time you can push the clear cover switch to manually turn the switch ON or OFF unless selected mode is CLK or PGM You can program up to 12 ON OFF EVENTS times when the timer automatically switches the connected lights or other electrical devices ON or OFF up to 6 ON events and 6 OFF events An EVENT can be set to switch at any specific time and day of the week a specific time every day a specific time on weekdays or a specific time on weekends See Installation Instructions first if your timer is not already installed or if the AA Alkaline battery is not in
4. NTERMATIC MODEL SS7 SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Features Automatic or manual operation Push the clear cover switch to switch On or Off at any time Program up to 6 On Off setting pairs 12 automatic switch settings Each setting time can be once a week every day every weekday or only on weekends LCD Digital clock and readout Random feature automatically varies switching times for a lived in look One AA Alkaline battery keeps time operates timer and keeps the program for up to 3 years even without utility power Can be used for flood PAR and compact fluorescent lamps and dimmers Unique hard contact output switch allows timer to control most 120 VAC loads Also controls many loads 12 to 277 VAC and 12 to 28 Volts DC Refer to product label for maximum ratings for various voltages and load types Introduction The timer can replace your regular or 3 way light switch where two switches control the same light to control lights for security or can control an outlet to switch most 120VAC loads up to the maximum rating on the timer label The timer can control incandescent lights fluorescent lights flood lights PAR lamps stereos or appliances such as an air conditioner The timer can also control many loads 12 to 277 VAC and 12 to 28 Volts DC Timer may not be used with lighted switches You will need to use a Decorator style wall plate with this timer not supplied The inst
5. NTY edly pushing the ON OFF EVENT button while in PGM mode Use MODE pushbutton to select AUTO mode After entering your schedules or the time then returning to the AUTO modes push the ON OFF EVENT button to change the load state if necessary If timer is in a very cold environment try again when warmer If not and if the battery is good the timer should be replaced Push in battery cover until you hear a click Push reset button to clear display and reprogram the unit Replace device if NoOp will not clear from display Make sure timer display shows ON then check dimmer oper ation at full brightness setting If timer control is required at very low brightness settings use a premium quality dimmer that can be turned on when set low Recheck wiring especially for the jumper per Installation Instructions 3 Way Switch and Other Installations Eliminate condition replace the buried cable do without the remote switch or consult factory for other options Replace remote switch If the problem persists with the red wire disconnected or with a remote switch temporarily connected right at the timer replace the defective timer otherwise try the above remedies Make sure the end of battery is tucked under the plastic tab of the holder Line up tabs on bottom of holder with notches in timer housing when pushing in Straighten bent contact tabs If within one 1 year from date of purchase th
6. NY CIRCUIT REPAIRS Error Messages The lobAt message means the battery is low and needs to be replaced Uses one standard AA alkaline battery The display is noOp Meaning no Operation if the timer fails to operate This can happen in very cold tempera tures Normal timer operation should resume at normal temperatures Press any button to clear the message s If the noOp remains at normal temperatures with a fresh battery timer needs to be replaced Other Installations MULTISWITCH APPLICATIONS USING THE ELECTRONIC TIMER ARE WIRED DIFFERENTLY THAN WHEN USING CONVENTIONAL TOGGLE SWITCHES READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Multiple timers may be mounted in adjacent junction box slots No derating is required for multiple timers Wiring diagram 2 switch installation 3 way JUMPER xs COMMON BR sway switc NOTE For new construction or to replace a dimmer switch a lighted switch or a 3 way switch without screw terminals a single pole switch can be used at the remote location as shown below Wiring diagram 2 switch installation 3 way using a single pole remote switch LOAD SINGLE POLE SWITCH Wiring diagram 3 switch installation For 3 or more switch operation AN ADDITIONAL WIRE MUST BE ADDED between the load and the timer The jumper wire is not required for these applications ADDITIONAL WIRE TWO 3 WAY SWITCHES For existing 3 switch in
7. OFF setting The DAY but ton does nothing in AUTO AUTO RAND or MAN modes H hour button Works in CLK and PGM modes Push and release to cycle forward through the hours of the day Push and hold to cycle quickly AM and PM automatically switch at 12 If you pass the correct hour push and hold to cycle around again move M minute button evr ise S Works in CLK and PGM modes Push and release to cycle forward through the minutes Push and hold to cycle quickly If you pass the correct minute push and hold to cycle around again ON OFF EVENT button peoa Ae J SS SA _ Function depends on the mode CLK mode ON OFF EVENT button does nothing PGM mode Switches in order through the 12 programmable events ON OFF 2 ON 2 OFF 3 ON 3 OFF 4 ON 4 OFF 5 ON 5 OFF 6 ON and 6 OFF AUTO mode Manually turns switch on or off AUTO RAND mode Manually turns switch on or off MAN mode Manually turns switch on or off How to set or change the clock Remove the clear cover switch Push and release MODE button until CLK is displayed 2a Push and release DAY button until correct day of week is displayed 3a Push and release H button until hour and AM PM are correct 4a Push and release M button until minutes are correct 5a
8. RMINAL p 3 WAY IFTHIS COMMON OF OLD SWITCH SWITCH SWITCH DOES NOT TURN LIGHT BLACK WIRE ON 3b Identify the common terminal at the other remote 3 way switch Connect the supplied jumper wire from the common terminal to one of the other two terminals of the switch If the light does not turn on when you get to step 9 turn power off at the fuse or circuit breaker and switch the jumper wire to the other terminal 4 Tuck the wires into the wall box leaving room for the timer 5 Using the screws provided mount the timer to the wall box then install the wall plate Battery If not supplied with unit 6 Grasp battery holder at side bumps 6a 6b and pull straight out Uses a standard AA alkaline battery Set the battery in the battery holder towards front of timer Tuck battery under plastic tab of holder Insert battery holder so it clicks into place 7 Pull at notch at top edge to remove the clear cover switch so you can use the programming buttons 8 To stop the flashing display and turn switch to OFF Push RESET button Push MODE so CLK is displayed at the upper left push H to stop the flashing display push MODE twice so MAN is displayed at the upper right push ON OFF EVENT so display at upper right says OFF you may ae hear the timer motor run and a clicking sound 9 Your timer is now ready for use Return the power to the circuit at the service panel Battery ST Holder Battery Replacement The
9. al applications Because of it s unique hard contact switch feature your timer may be used for applications not previously possible for electronic wall timers such as use with dimmers use without utility power use on circuits other than 120 volts controlling relays or contactors or to control DC voltage for example in recreational vehicles See instructions above for dimmer applications For DC and high voltage applications please note the reduced load ratings on prod uct label Consult factory for application details TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Timer does not operate display is dim blank or unreadable dis Battery is worn out missing or is installed backwards or timer Install a fresh AA size alkaline battery in the direction indicat play shows nonsense or lobAt or timer operates erratically was operated while battery was removed ed Press RESET button then reprogram timer Timer does not switch but display is normal Timer not in AUTO AUTO RAND om or MAN ual mode Use MODE pushbutton to select the desired operating mode Timer works manually but does not follow scheduled program Timer not in AUTO or AUTO RAND om mode Use MODE pushbutton to select AUTO or AUTO RAND Timer won t enter the AUTO or AUTO RAND modes when Time of day and or switching times are not programmed Make sure time of day and at least one scheduled activity are MODE button is pushed programmed Timer switche
10. allation instructions on this page are for replacing a light switch or 3 way light switch with the timer See Other Installations on the next page for wiring diagrams for new construction switching from 3 or more loca tions or using the timer with a dimmer Installation Instructions Single Switch or 3 way to replace an existing switch 1 TURN OFF POWER by REMOVING FUSE or turning the CIRCUIT BREAKER OFF oe ne H 2 Remove the existing wall switch y Prepare the ends of the building wiring as shown Trim building wires bare to 7 1 Single switch 3 Connect one of the building wires to the black wire from the timer using the wire nuts provided Connect the other building wire to the blue wire from the timer THE RED TIMER WIRE IS NOT USED FOR SINGLE SWITCH INSTALLATIONS Cap the red wire with a wire nut BE SURE THAT ALL THE WIRE NUTS ARE SECURE BLUE WIRE RED WIRE Capped Not Connected 3 way switch See Other Installations to use a dimmer or if switching from 3 or more locations 3a A three way switch has three wires connected to it One of the wires is common the terminal has a dif ferent colored screw or there are markings on the old switch Connect the Black wire from the timer to the common wire Connect the other two wires to the Blue and Red wires from the timer it doesn t matter which goes to which RED WIRE COMMON JUMPER WIRE O OTHER WIRE FROM REMOTE TE
11. is product fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship Intermatic Incorporated will repair or replace it free of charge The warranty does not apply to a damage caused by accident abuse mishandling dropping b units which have been subject to unauthorized repair opened taken apart c units not used in accor dance with directions d damages exceeding the cost of the product Some states do not allow a limitation of damages so the foregoing limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state This warranty service is available by either a returning the product to the dealer from whom the product was purchased or b mailing postage prepaid to the authorized service station listed below Be sure to wrap the product securely when mailing to avoid shipping damage This warranty is made by Intermatic Incorporated Spring Grove Illinois 60081 9698 AUTHORIZED SERVICE STATION INTERMATIC INCORPORATED INTERMATIC PLAZA SPRING GROVE ILLINOIS 60081 9698 158SS10109
12. s at incorrect times or skips some switching times Programmed schedule s are incorrect Review Revise ALL 6 ON OFF switching time pairs by repeat Load state doesn t match programmed state immediately after programming the time or schedule Display shows no Op Timer operates but light doesn t come on in dimmer applica tions Load only operates when the remote 3 way switch is in one position or timer ignores the remote switch Timer ignores remote 3 way switch even though it is wired correctly Load turns off immediately after being turned on Battery holder is difficult to snap in place Timer is in AUTO RAND om mode Varies switching times up to 15 minutes Timer does not catch up to the programmed load state The load will remain in it s state prior to entering the PGM mode The timer will begin following the scheduled program at the next contrary ON OFF time Mechanism is inoperative Dimmer is turned off or is set too low to turn back on or the bulb is burned out Remote switch is wired incorrectly Excessive length of wire greater than 30 feet or buried wiring to the remote switch Remote switch is defective or worn out Remote switch or timer wired incorrectly excessive length of wire greater than 30 or buried wiring to remote switch or defective timer Battery not seated in holder holder misaligned or contact tabs of holder are bent FULL ONE YEAR WARRA
13. stallations replace one 3 way switch with the timer and replace the 4 way switch with a 3 way switch 4 or more switch installation For 4 or more switch installations use the preceding 3 switch installation diagram and wire 4 way switches between the two 3 way switches Note THE REMOTE SWITCH ES MAY NOT FUNCTION RELIABLY WHEN THE ACCUMULATED WIRE LENGTH TO THE REMOTE SWITCH ES EXCEEDS 30 FEET OR IF THE WIRING TO THE REMOTE SWITCH ES IS BURIED UNDERGROUND Consult factory for details Note Used remote switches from a previous conventional installation may not function reliably with an electronic timer Try a brand new remote switch if function is intermittent Installations including a Dimmer The load size and type must not exceed the rating of the dimmer Typically 600 watts 120 VAC 60 Hz incandescent lamps only If the dimmer is placed in it s OFF position the timer cannot operate the lights If the dimmer is set too low the lights may not turn back on under timer control If necessary use a premium quality dimmer that can be turned on at very low settings sk gly Capped Not Connected DIMMER O NEUTRAL Multi switch installation using a dimmer A 3 way dimmer should not be used If a multi switch installation is required use the following diagram LIGHT BLUE NEUTRAL DIMMER RED i REMOTE SWITCH Speci
14. stalled Works like a light switch Push and release the clear cover switch area over buttons to switch ON or OFF Or switch ON and OFF using the remote switch es in multi switch installations Manual Override Works in AUTO AUTO RAND or MAN modes You hear a motor clicking sound ON OFF display changes The program in AUTO or AUTO RAND remains it automat ically switches ON or OFF at next programmed time PUSH ON OFF Controls and Displays Cover Switch The clear cover switch is the manual ON OFF control Pull at notch at top edge to remove cover so you can use the programming buttons To replace cover switch 2 Set bottom in first 3 Click in the top To remove battery 4 Grasp holder at side bumps 4a 4b and pull straight out To re install battery 5 Place battery in holder with end towards front of timer Insert battery and holder into timer Push at 5 so it clicks into place Battery Holder Push Buttons RESET button Recessed so you don t push it accidentally uone pn reser RESET Push and release to reset When you press RESET The mode switches to MAN Bar He Me The switch is set to ON The clock is set to MO 12 00 AM and flashes All programmed ON or OFF times are set to null at null no switching occurs clock displays After pushing RESET you must set
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