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    help with wiring of timer

    Sorry for being such a simple question but just need help attaching wires in correct location. Right now have a simple off/on switch and want to replace with a timer. The switch now controls a light and it is the only one connected for it. so somewhat simple but.....I am just not sure on...
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    Fitting an APT timer to Dual Immersion heater

    Hi there, I'm looking for some advice regarding the above, I have a very basic type 'on/off sink/bath' switch on my copper cylinder immersion heater, I want to ad a very basic timer as mentioned above i.e. the mechanical dial types that have push/pull pins etc. the instructions that come with...
  3. S

    Timer and contactor wiring help

    I’m installing 5 downlights and 20 x 6W garden spike lights and I haven’t done much timer/ contactor wiring and I was wondering if this diagram was correct. The lights will only come on from 5:00pm until 10:00pm Cheers.
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    Fitting an 'APT Timer' to a dual Immersion Heater

    Hi there, I'm looking for some advice regarding the above, I have a very basic type 'on/off sink/bath' switch on my copper cylinder immersion heater, I want to ad a very basic timer as mentioned above i.e. the mechanical dial types that have push/pull pins etc. the instructions that come with...
  5. HappyHippyDad

    Is there a standalone weatherproof timer?

    I am looking for a weatherproof timer to switch a 2 gang socket on/off. I can find plenty of single sockets that incorporate a timer but I cannot find one with with 2 sockets, or just a separate weatherproof timer (suitable for sockets, 16A) that I could then use to switch a standard 2 gang...
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    Economy 7 immersion heater timer

    Hi, My house is currently on economy 7 as we are fully electric. Our immersion heater has 2 switched one for day rate and one for night rate. Our electricity bill has been sky high and we have narrowed it down to the immersion heater being heated for the full time when E7 switches on for the...
  7. D

    Extractor fan to timer type

    Hi I’m thinking of changing an extractor fan (in a WC) to one with a run on/timer. The current set up doesn’t have an isolator, and wiring runs from the light bulb to the fan, which is sited in the ceiling about 18” away. The fan is vented through a flat roof above. Now, I realise that i’ll...
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    Timeguard Ntto3 immersion timer

    hi all Has anyone fitted one of these before ? If yes has it been reliable and lasted more than a few months ? Thanks
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    Timer for contactor control

    Hello all, I am needing a din rail mount timer which will control a contactor. It will need to have a function which will allow me to have the contactor energise for 30mins. Off for 30mins. On for 30mins and repeat forever. New to this and i am getting confused with On delay, Off delay timers...
  10. Lwols

    a Fused Digital Timer Spur switch

    Hi all, (Just reposting, there was some confusion, I was mistaken for a domestic electrician, I'd like to think I have basic understanding, but I'll stick to carpentry!) There were some great replied on the original thread, but I thought id post again, with the info I posted, you never know...
  11. Lwols

    Fused Digital Timer Spur Switch

    Hi all, Would somebody draw a diagram of how they believe a Fused Digital Timer Spur switch should be installed. A bit of information; There are 6 floor standing outdoor LEDs. 1.5mm SWA feeding each and routed back to the consumer unit. Shall be protected by a 6amp Wylex RCBO. Thanks in...
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    Bizarre fault today immersion timer

    got a phone call from my brother at about 1.30pm to say his immersion timer had caught fire and completely melted. I thought he was exaggerating so popped round to take a look. And yep it had completely melted into a big ball of moulded black sticky plastic...:eek: This timer was fitted when he...
    • Dustydazzler
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    • fault immersion timer today
    • Replies: 28
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    Humidistat or Run on Timer

    Evening all. I have a customer whose bathroom is soaked with condensation after the shower has been on. its worst I have seen. I am going to install a 4 inch 60litre/sec fan but would like an opinion on whether to go with a humidistat or run on timer. I would appreciate your expertise. Thanks
  14. J

    Wiring extractor fan with timer

    Hi all I have just moved into a flat and my extractor fan doesn't work so i have bought and fit a new one but I cant figure out how to wire it. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks
  15. S

    Electric Towel Rail Timer??

    Hi, I have an electric towel rail with a Kudox heating element controller. Would it be possible to add a timer to the setup? I’ve looked at similar sized timer devices to replace the current controller but they don’t have the heating temp control so assume it would just be on or off in terms...
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    Weatherproof timer ans Spur Unit

    Hi Does anyone know of a weatherproof simple on/off timeswitch and Switched Spur thats available? Its going to be undercover, so not in direct contact with rain/sun etc but there will be moisture. Thanks
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    Timer Circuit Help Needed

    I need to install a timer circuit to activate a solenoid valve so it operates for 2 minutes every hour. I was thinking of using either a mechanical timer (but the increments are often not small enough) or a digital din rail mounted timer but I'm unsure if I can program one to these...
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    Boiler timer doing my head in

    Hi is anybody willing to talk me through wireing up my boiler controller ...
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    Someone replaced a light switch with a timer..

    Bit of a first for me. Looking around a house to tidy up as a buy to let and couldn't find the light switch in one of the bedrooms. Some searching later revealed the previous owners had replaced the switch with an analogue timer o_O It was the front bedroom so best guess is they had it to give...
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    How turn off OFF PEAK option

    Hello everyone . I've got some problem with boiler timer . He turns on ,, Peak off " option in the night time and start heating up the water cos He thinks that my electric meter is in the night tariff but It's not .. I've got standard meter. How can I turn it off or What Can I do ?? Everything...
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