How To Set An Intermatic Outdoor Timer

How to Set an Intermatic Outdoor Timer

Intermatic outdoor timers are a convenient way to automate outdoor lighting or other electrical devices. By setting a timer, you can ensure that your lights turn on and off at specific times each day, even if you're not home. This can help improve security, save energy, and provide convenience.

Setting an Intermatic outdoor timer is relatively easy. Here are the steps you need to follow:

1. Gather your materials. You will need the following: * An Intermatic outdoor timer * A screwdriver * Wire strippers * Electrical tape 2. Choose a location for your timer. The timer should be installed in a weather-protected location near the electrical outlet that you want to control. 3. Mount the timer. Use the screws provided to mount the timer to the wall or other surface. 4. Connect the wires. Use the wire strippers to strip about 1/2 inch of insulation from the ends of the wires. Then, connect the wires to the appropriate terminals on the timer. The black wire should be connected to the "LINE" terminal, the white wire should be connected to the "LOAD" terminal, and the green or bare wire should be connected to the "GROUND" terminal. 5. Set the timer. The timer has four dials: * Time dial: This dial sets the time of day. * Program dial: This dial sets the program for the timer. You can choose from several different programs, including daily, weekly, and yearly. * Tripper arm: This arm is used to set the on and off times for the timer. * Override switch: This switch allows you to manually override the timer. To set the timer, follow these steps: * Turn the time dial to the current time. * Turn the program dial to the desired program. * Use the tripper arm to set the on and off times for the timer. * Turn the override switch to the "OFF" position. 6. Test the timer. Once the timer is set, test it by turning the override switch to the "ON" position. The timer should turn on the electrical device that you have connected to it. 7. Set the override switch to the "AUTO" position. This will allow the timer to automatically turn on and off the electrical device according to the program that you have set.