Everyone hates this timer. Does anyone have an alternate recommendation?
2077683
This is a great device and I like it. Any tool is good only if the user well trained in its proper application. Many tools were not intended for dummies.
2077684
I don't have a problem with this timer. I use it all year long for one circuit and three circuits during Christmas. I'm on my second timer in about 8 years(?) as the LCD dislpay went on my first timer. The bad part: The timer modules only work with incandesant bulbs. I added a 120v relay with dry contacts to every module (lamp and control modules) to provide strictly on or off lightning. Can't use the dimming feature, but I have elimiated problems with Floursents and LEDs. I'm surprised 'someone' hasn't added an upgraded module for the newer lighting fixtures.
2077685
Its unpredictability is its main debit. I (accidentally) bought a second one, and when the first one crapped out, and I went to the second one, it worked... and is working... fine. Difference may be that I haven't tried to make numerous changes after the initial programming. I still can't recommend it without doubts.
2077686
Mine works well but you could replace it with automation software from HCA (http://www.hcatech.com/) and a power line interface from Insteon (PowerLinc).
1800729
The to truth is its been a long time since I used this timer, so I don't remember, I don't recommend this timer, it's super hard to set the time, and it broke easy. Sorry
80457
Hi Robert I am also looking for the same thing you need. Please let me know if you found a timer you could recommend to me. Thank You Please email me at yourserviceguys@gmail.com
1326754
I have never seen a timer (and I have four different ones) that can do what you are asking. You can set it for 20 seconds, and it will ding. It automatically goes back to 20 seconds again when you press the stop. Maybe the answer is to buy two timers, set them on different time lengths and go from there.
2033943
I doubt it. I would look into another timer. I bought 5 in order to get 1 that worked.
1831428
I also have never got the timer/clock to work even after uninstalling, reinstalling, switching wires, reading instructions over and over, praying and being overall pissed. Have been manually using it as a switch for the off/on operation until I rip it out for the last time and toss it. Clock does not seem to keep time.
376251
I thought it would be great but I had the same problem that you are having. I set the clock and it would show right time but would not do timer recording at right. The first time I thought it was my mistake but made sure the next time and it still lost it's setting. Finally give up as far as I am concerned it is a pice of junk.
1068672
I would give some thought to something like the Woods Import digital countdown timer. It is made for exactly the type of application you described. There are other timers there also, hope this helped.
1670602
It turn off immediately. There is no delay timer in the unit. If you need that you could perhaps get a delay timer switch instead of the normal wall on/off switch.
1540943
The timer is a pile of @#$*. The directions do not tell you polarity nor does the timer. I could not get it to work. Do not buy!
652168
Yes timer and it's a junk. ....does not work well. ...we had to ship it few months ago to get it fixed again. ..
1807640
to be honest with you I don't know. I bought two of these timers and I found the directions so confusing that they are both laying here, never used. I wouldn't buy this timer for any reason.
494795
Any basic timer should work well // purchased here on amazon or local hardware store the digital May have more options than the mechanical
1055392
Babyjoy, this is not the timer you need as this one needs to be set manually (like an egg timer). For your purpose, you need a programmable timer. I've tried many brands and think the Clabers are the best even though they're pricey. Melnor makes some decent ones but I replaced one after about 3:seasons. Digi also makes a good one and is available at The Dripstore if you can't find it here on Amazon. Good luck.
787233
I have not used the delay timer yet, so I am sorry I cannot be of help on this one.
55055
This timer will not do it . Check with the electrical department at home depot or menards. They have a timer that can do what you want.
587118
I have never seen a timer that can be set for more than 6 or 7 hours. Sorry.