If this timer is connected, say to a fireplace, must it be used every time the fireplace is used. Of is there a way to use it only some of the time?
1836859
Yes.; Its normal position is off and to let gas through that pipe the timer must be turned on.
1836860
It has to be used everytime. It is the only way gas will go into your Fireplace.
1836861
It would have to be used every time. It would be hooked up to your gas line coming in to your fireplace.
1836862
That entirely depends on you you plumb it in. If you just put it inline with the gas supply, you'd have to turn it on every time, and the fireplace would turn off after the timer ends (max 1 hour) unless you turn the dial again. This is how I have it setup with my gas grill. You could also plumb it in with a bypass valve so that opening the valve would bypass the timer, and your fireplace would run forever.
176975
No, the timer interrupts the power from the outlet like a wall switch that has turned off power to the outlet/lamp. The lamp switch can only be used when it comes on in the morning for about an hour, like if you really do not want it on or to stop it from coming on, but do not wish to unplug the timer. Of course if you turn off the light at the lamp switch you will have to remember to turn it back on so the lamp will come on the next morning using the timer. I have the most basic model, if there are programmable models and you have one, I can't help you there.
352597
There are settings for turning it off after a certain time, but none to turn it on. Mine is great for Seasonal Affective and I use it mainly in the winter.
622774
The timer is on for four hrs and then it will turn off automatically. The following day if will turn on exactly at the same time you turned it on for another four hrs and so on. I believe if you don't use batteries for the time that might do the trick so that it is turned on all the time, but you will have to test to find out. I haven't tried it myself.
2010796
No, you can't use this with a timer, but there is a thermostat so it will shut off once it reaches a certain temp, just like your thermostat in the house.
2010797
I don't know about with a timer as I haven't used one, but the unit itself can be left unattended. That is its purpose. We have enjoyed great success with using it in our pump house unattended this winter.
436768
Yes you can. I have four of these timers and have never had any problems with them.
1197434
The timer is a count down timer. It does not have a real time clock. To use it you need to turn the heater on and then set the runt time 1hr, 2hr, etc. You cannot use it like an alarm clock.
319610
Yes, if it's "Timer," it operates based on the timer you set up. If it's "On," then it stays on constantly
1328688
this is a one shot timer,it would have to be reset after every use,you need a programable timer like those sold at walmart for christmas lights.
503313
No, not without adding another switch to the circuit. The timer on the unit only goes to 20 minutes. The nice part is the timer resets every time it detects movement, I can set it for 5 minutes and it will stay on for as long as I am in the room and it detects movement and won't turn off for 5 minutes after I leave the room.
1574384
I have used it by wiring in a water heater timer it works great shuts off completely when I don't want it heating and timer powers it up 1/2 hour before I want the area warmed up then the thermostat on the unit keeps it consistent from there until I have the timer set to de-energize that circuit.
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Hello -- I'm not exactly sure what you mean by does it work after unplugging then plugging back in. If the unit is powered off (and I think it would have the same behavior if attached to a programmable timer) then you need to actually turn it on manually for it to run again after that. Its thermostat works so well that maybe you wouldn't need to attach it to the timed power. Just set the temp you want, it will run as much as it needs to in order to get to that temp, then it will "inactivate" but it starts up again if the temp in the room begins to drop. So if it were me I'd avoid the timed outlet/power strip.Kathy Hello -- I'm not exactly sure what you mean by does it work after unplugging then plugging back in. If the unit is powered off (and I think it would have the same behavior if attached to a programmable timer) then you need to actually turn it on manually for it to run again after that. Its thermostat works so well that maybe you wouldn't need to attach it to the timed power. Just set the temp you want, it will run as much as it needs to in order to get to that temp, then it will "inactivate" but it starts up again if the temp in the room begins to drop. So if it were me I'd avoid... » Read More Hello -- I'm not exactly sure what you mean by does it work after unplugging then plugging back in. If the unit is powered off (and I think it would have the same behavior if attached to a programmable timer) then you need to actually turn it on manually for it to run again after that. Its thermostat works so well that maybe you wouldn't need to attach it to the timed power. Just set the temp you want, it will run as much as it needs to in order to get to that temp, then it will "inactivate" but it starts up again if the temp in the room begins to drop. So if it were me I'd avoid the timed outlet/power strip.Kathy « Show Less
1739361
Yes. Just push the "Start Stop/Enter" button once. When you are ready to start it again, then press that button again and the timer will continue where it left off.
1582682
If you have a regular electric switch now, then yes it can. I don't think it is code compliant though, because a fireplace may need to be on a timer, especially if it is direct vent. My condo fireplace had a switch, and the association came in a changed them all to timers - minimally to save money. a zwave control is interesting, cause it could be used for back-up heat if not there.
2129378
Yes, no matter what you set the timer on it has a mind if its own. sometimes it would get really hot without even being on. I Always unplugged when I left so it didn't catch fire.
817206
Yes you can. I have it on a timer and it will always resume settings where they last were. I use it with a thermometer timer and it works great. Look for auto resume in the description...