
Time Switch
QTY Hardware
3 M4 Anchors 1” Long 
3 M4 Screws 1” Long 
2 8 AWG Jumpers for 240V AC 
2 10 AWG Jumpers for 120V AC 
1 Wire Nut (For Ground Wires)
APPLICATION
The GE Time Switches (56922, 15087, 15207) are universal, electromechanical 
time switches which can be field configured for various power supply 
voltages. The voltage options include 120VAC, 208/240VAC and 277VAC – all 
within the same unit! Selection of the desired supply voltage is easily achieved 
by positioning dipswitches on the printed circuit board assembly (consult 
Dipswitches Configuration on back). The mechanism is mounted in a NEMA 
indoor or outdoor enclosure and is intended for the control of lighting, heating, 
air conditioning, pumps, motors, or general electrical circuits in residential, 
commercial, industrial and agricultural facilities. 
SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage: 120 VAC, 208/240 VAC, or 277 VAC in all units based 
upon dipswitch configuration.
15087   NEMA 3R  Indoor & Outdoor  BM-A301US5-O2 
15207   NEMA 1   Indoor            BM-A301US5-I2 
56922   NEMA 1   Indoor            BM-A301US5-I2 
15132   NEMA 3R  Indoor & Outdoor  EM-A301US9-O2
WARNING
Risk of electric shock
•
Shut off power at fuse box or circuit 
breaker box before installation 
Risk of fire  
•
Do not use to control receptacle 
outlets
•
Do not exceed electrical ratings
•
Use copper wire only with this device
Switch Rating: DPDT Models
Normally Open Contacts
40A Resistive, 120-277Vac. 
30A General Purpose, 120-277Vac. 
20A Resistive, 30Vdc 
1 HP, 120Vac ; 2HP, 240Vac ; 
20A Ballast, 120-277Vac. 
15A Tungsten, 120Vac
5.4A Tungsten, 208-277Vac. 
800VA, Pilot Duty, 120Vac. 
720VA, Pilot Duty, 240-277Vac. 
TV-5, 120Vac
Normally Closed Contacts     
30A Resistive, 120-277Vac 
15A General Purpose, 120-277Vac 
15A Resistive, 30Vdc 
20A Ballast, 120-277Vac 
1/4HP, 120Vac; 1/2HP, 208-240Vac. 
290VA, Pilot, 120Vac.
360VA, Pilot, 208-240Vac. 
NOTE: If loads are connected to both NC and NO contacts, both contacts are 
decorated to 67% of the above values.
ENVIRONMENTAL RATINGS
Ambient Temperature: –40F to 130F 
Humidity: 0-95% RH, Non-condensing
WIRING CONNECTIONS
Screw clamp terminals for up to 2 AWG #8 wires per position. For supply 
connections, use 8AWG or larger wires suitable for at least 105° C. Use copper 
conductors only.
Included Hardware
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Before wiring or servicing, power to this time switch and the 
equipment it controls must be turned off. Turning off the time switch only 
will not prevent a shock hazard. Replace cover plate within housing before 
supplying power to time switch. If you are not comfortable installing this 
device please contact a licensed electrician. Before installing this product read 
all instructions carefully.
Removing Knockout
1. Select knockouts to be used. Remove the inner 1/2” knockout by inserting 
a flathead screwdriver on the inner most ring and carefully punching the 
knockout loose. Remove slug. If the 3/4” knockout is required, remove the 
outer ring with pliers after removing the 1/2” knockout. Smooth edges with 
a knife if necessary. 
Please refer to Quick Start Guide for Examples and More Details.
Mounting of the Time Switch Box
NOTE - Before mounting be sure to remove knockouts for the wires, (see Quick 
Start Guide)
Lights 
Power LED (Orange) – Light illuminates when power is applied to 
the timer
Status LED (Green) – Light illuminates when power is applied to load.
1. In order to mount the box you will need the 3 supplied anchors and 3 
supplied screws from the hardware list above. (Anchors included are 
designed for mounting on sheetrock.)
2. Using the box as a template, mark with a pencil where the three pilot holes 
will be drilled.

3. Using the appropriate drill bit size, drill the pilot holes (Note that if drilling 
PRESSURE PLATE
TERMINAL SCREW
MAKE SURE WIRE 
INSULATION CLEARS 
PRESSURE PLATE
14 
12 
10 
8
15 
20 
30 
40
60 
60 
60 
105
MINIMUM COPPER 
WIRE SIZE (AWG)
MAX. LOAD (AMP) MIN. INSULATION 
TEMP(°C)
into wood or metal a specialized drill bit may be needed.) 
See Drill Diagram.
Drill Diagram
Material Drill Bit Size 
Soft Wood 5/64” 
Hard Wood 3/32” 
Metal 5/64” 
Sheetrock 3/16”
Anchors Needed? 
No 
No 
No 
Yes
4. For sheetrock; use a hammer to gently tap the anchors into the pilot holes.
5. Place the box up to the pilot holes or anchors and insert the screws 
accordingly.
Wiring the Device to the Timer
NOTE - For outdoor installation (model GE15087), rain tight or wet location 
conduit hubs that comply with requirements of UL 514B (standard for fittings 
for conduit and outlet boxes) must be used.
1. Remove 2 screws retaining the interior cover panel and remove the panel.
2. Refer to Figure 1 and wiring diagrams to determine appropriate placement 
of wires. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that all applicable 
National and Local code requirements are met. If you are unsure of these 
requirements, contact a licensed electrician immediately.
 Please refer to Quick Start Guide for Examples and More Details.
3. GROUNDING: This enclosure is of plastic construction and does not require 
a ground connection. This enclosure does not provide grounding between 
conduits. When using non-metallic conduit or cable, connect the ground 
wires of all cables together with the provided wire nut. When metallic 
conduit is used; as the grounding connection, use grounding type bushing 
and a jumper wire between each conduit. 
Dipswitch Configuration
WARNING: Failure to properly configure the dipswitch will result in damage 
to the unit and void any warranty! Before installing and wiring the GE Time 
Switch, proper configuration must be selected. Unit is shipped with DIP 
Switches set for 277VAC Input Voltage. Also, do not check circuits by “sparking” 
wires to terminals. Damage to timer may result.
4. Determine the input voltage which will be applied to the timer. (120V AC, 
208-240V AC, or 277V AC)
5. Set the DIP Switch according to the diagram below:
6. Reinstall interior cover panel. Opposite of step 1.
120VAC
4 
3 
2 
1
ON 
ON 
ON 
ON
208~240VAC
4 
3 
2 
1
OFF 
ON 
ON 
OFF
277VAC (Default)
OFF
4
OFF
3
OFF
2
OFF
1
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
When the Time Switch is installed and power applied, the timer’s dial will turn 
clockwise maintaining time. The pointer on the face of the dial points to the 
current time
1.  Locate the segments around on the outer edge of the timer’s dial. These 
segments, each representing 30 minutes, can be pushed down and away 
from the edge of the dial (try using the tip of a pen or pencil). Conversely, 
segments that have been pushed down can be easily pushed back up by 
hand. Be sure all segments are pushed up before programming. Select a 
time period (or periods) you want the device turned on, then push down 
ALL the segments that fall on or within that time period. For example, 
to have the timer turn a device on at 10PM and off at 2AM, push down 
the segments representing 10PM and 2AM, and ALL the segments in 
between. You may need to turn the dial clockwise to access the desired 
segments. 
2.  Rotate the timer’s dial clockwise until the pointer on the face of the dial 
points to the current time of day. Note: Nighttime hours (from 6:30 PM to 
6:30 AM) are highlighted with a grey background.
3.  Set master switch to the TIMER position.
4.  To override timer program and control output load manually: 
• set master switch to OFF (center position) to turn load OFF 
• set master switch to ON (bottom position) to turn load ON
5.  This is a Timer Control and should not be used for power disconnect. 
Turn power off at main panel before servicing this switch or the 
equipment it controls.
In case of power failure, reset the time of day as explained in step 2.
Figure 1
Timer Dial
Shows timer set to turn device 
ON at 10 PM and OFF at 2 AM. 
Notice ALL segments between 
10 PM and 2 AM have been 
pushed out. Current time is 9:00 PM.
15087 
15207 
56922
Manual Version 2
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11-24-2009