Intermatic ET102C, ET104C User Manual

®

Electronic 24 Hour Time Switches

With Battery Carryover

OWNER/INSTALLER INSTRUCTION MANUAL

ATTENTION: READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL YOUR INTERMATIC
TIME SWITCH. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL
INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE! RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Description

The Intermatic Electronic 24 Hour Time Switch automatical­ly switches loads according to a preset daily schedule.
This time switch is designed to directly switch loads up to
30 amps and to switch resistive or inductive loads up to
the time switch rating. For use as a control timer in
applications requiring 24 hour load control such as
lighting, heating, air conditioning systems, pumps,
etcetera. Up to eight set points or events (4 ON/4 OFF) can
be preset. this schedule will repeat on a daily basis. The
program can be overridden by using the MANUAL position.

Specifications

CLOCK VOLTAGE: 120, 208, 240, 277 V.A.C., 60 Hz.
Jumper Selectable
POWER CONSUMPTION: 3.0 Watts Max. (ET102C)

6.0 Watts Max. (ET104C)
CONTACT CONFIGURATION: SPST model ET102C
DPST model ET104C.
SWITCH RATING: (Per Pole for ET104C)

• 30 Amps Inductive/Resistive, 24/120/240 V.A.C., 60 Hz.

• 20 Amps Resistive - 28 V.D.C.,

•1 H.P. 120 V.A.C., 60 Hz.

•2 H.P. 240 V.A.C., 60 Hz.

•5 Amps Tungsten, 120/240 V.A.C., 60 Hz.

• 20 Amps Ballast 277 V.A.C., 60 Hz.
SET POINTS (EVENTS): 8 total (4 ON/4 OFF).
BATTERY POWERED CLOCK OPERATION: 3 Years minimum
(AA industrial grade alkaline supplied with time switch)
MIN. “ON” or “OFF” TIME: 1 minute.
MAX. “ON” or “OFF” TIME: 23 hours 59 minutes.
SHIPPING WEIGHT: 2.5 Lbs. (1.1 Kg)
CASE: Drawn steel; 7-3/4” (19.7 cm) high, 5” (12.7 cm)
wide, 3” (7.6 cm) deep; gray finish w/lockable spring hasp.
KNOCKOUTS: Combination 1/2 - 3/4” (one on back and
each side, two on bottom).

General Safety Information

WARNING: Disconnect all power before installing or
servicing this time switch or its connected loads.

1. Follow all local electrical and safety codes, National

Electric Code (NEC), as well as Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA).

2. If the power disconnect point is out of sight, lock it in the “OFF”

position and tag it to prevent unexpected application of power.

3. This time switch case must be grounded.

4. Do not exceed the maximum current carrying capacity of this

time switch.

5. Always replace the plastic insulator covering the terminal

before turning power “ON”.

AM ON

5:20

ET100 SERIES

INCLUDING MODELS:

ET102C, ET102CM (SPST)
ET104C, ET104CM (DPST)

Installation

WARNING: DISCONNECT THE POWER TO THE TIME
SWITCH AND THE LOADS BEFORE INSTALLING THIS
TIME SWITCH.

1. Mount the time switch in the desired location using the
three mounting holes which are provided. Mount the
time switch at eye level, if possible, providing sufficient
room to the left of the enclosure for the cover to swing
open fully. (See Figure #1 and Figure #3) The time
switch mechanism does not need to be removed from
the enclosure to mount the time switch since the top
mounting hole is a slotted type mounting hole. Secure a
screw or other fastener at eye level. the head of the
screw or fastener should be slightly larger than the
narrow portion of the slotted hole to ensure that the time
switch is securely held in place. the remaining two
mounting holes are accessible without removing the
time switch mechanism and will provide secure and
permanent mounting of the time switch.

2. If you do remove the mechanism, refer to Figure #1 and
remove the mechanism from the case by depressing the
catch at the top of the case and pulling out. Timer is
shipped set for 240 VAC timer supply operation by
means of a plastic covered shorting bar on the printed
circuit board. to operate timer at 120, 208 or 277 VAC,
move the shorting bar to the appropriate setting, as
marked on circuit board. (See Fig. 2).
CAUTION: DO NOT TOUCH THE CIRCUIT BOARD
COMPONENTS SINCE STATIC DISCHARGE COULD
DAMAGE THE MICROPROCESSOR.,

3. Replace the mechanism in the case if it has been
removed.

4. Lift the left side of the insulator off of the retaining post
and pivot it up and away to expose the terminal strip.

5. Strip the supply and load wires by removing 1/2 inch of
insulation. DO NOT USE ALUMINUM WIRE. (See
figures 3, 4 or 5). Insert the wire ends under the proper
terminal plates and tighten the screws firmly. Use AWG
#10 through #18. Connect ground wire to grounding
terminal at bottom of case.

6. Replace the plastic insulator.

7. Be sure that the battery is functioning properly. This can
be checked by making sure the display is visible. If the
display has scrambled information, press the RESET
switch and hold for three to five seconds. Note that the
battery can easily be replaced without removing the
time switch mechanism or field wiring. simply press in
and downward (in the direction of the arrow) on the
battery cover which is identified with the word “Battery”.
It is recommended that the battery be replaced with a
“AA” industrial grade alkaline cell at two to three year
intervals as part of the normal time switch maintenance
observing battery polarity markings when installing. No
other maintenance is required.

8. Place the selector switches in the “MANUAL” and
“RUN” positions.

9. Reapply power to the time switch.

FIG. #1

FIG. #2

FIG. #3

Knockouts

Mounting Holes

10. Press the reset switch for three to five seconds. The
display will now show 12:00 A.M. and Event #1. The
timer is now ready for programming. Refer to the chart
below and enter the scheduled events (set points)
required.

EVENT TIME
On 1
Off 2
On 3
Off 4
On 5
Off 6
On 7
Off 8

Programming Steps

Refer to programming instructions on time switch door
label and note the following:

• The MANUAL/AUTO selector can be used to temporarily
override the program. Under normal operation the
selector should be in the AUTO mode. The MANUAL
mode maintains the program but prevents the loads
from automatically switching.

• The other selector switch is used to set the time of day
(TIME SET), the program information (PROGRAM) or to
run the program (RUN). FOR A PROGRAM TO

FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE TWO SELECTOR
SWITCHES MUST BE IN THE AUTO AND RUN
POSITIONS.

• The RESETswitch is used only prior to initially programming

the time switch or to erase all programmed set points.

• By holding the hour and/or minute buttons depressed
you can achieve a fast roll of the displayed time. This is
useful when setting the time of day or setting the
programmed set points (events).

• Up to 4 ON and 4 OFF set points (8 events) can be
programmed.

• The load can manually be switched ON or OFF at any
time only if the selector switch is in the RUN mode by
pressing the ON/OFF button.

• Pressing the ON/OFF button two times in the
PROGRAM mode causes the event time displayed to be
removed from the program. The display will show 0:00
and the Event (1 through 8).

To Operate Timer

After programming is complete, move the selector
switches to the RUN and AUTO positions. The time switch
will follow the scheduled program but will not immediately
“catch up” to the presently programmed load condition; the
time switch will “catch up” at the next scheduled ON or
OFF setpoint. If necessary, press the ON/OFF button to
turn the load on or off.

FIG. #5
ET104C DPST

AM ON

55::2200

LOAD STATUS INDICATOR

“ON” or “OFF”

EVENT
INDICATOR

MANUAL/AUTO
SELECTOR

PROGRAM
SELECTOR

PROGRAMMING/
MANUAL LOAD
CONTROL
BUTTON

FIG. #6

FIG. #4
ET102C SPST

PROGRAMMING
BUTTONS

Install Jumper Only If
Timer Input and Load
Voltage Are The Same,
Otherwise provide a
separate source of load
power to terminal 3.

Trouble Shooting

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION

Time switch has no display. Battery not properly installed or Check battery and replace if necessary.

defective.

Display shows scrambled or Time switch has not been reset. Press the recessed reset switch and hold for
erratic times. approximately 5 seconds.

Electrical noise is interfering with the Electrical noise interference is highly unlikely
operation of the microprocessor. since the electronic circuitry and the power

supply are completely isolated. The installation
of surge suppressors (metal oxide varistors­MOVS) across terminals 3/4 (model ET104C
across terminals 3/4 & 5/6) will help to reduce
electrical noise generated at the switching
contacts.

Load does not switch at- MANUAL/AUTO selector not in AUTO Be sure MANUAL /AUTO is in the AUTO
programmed time. position. position.

Time switch is programmed incorrectly/ Check program - place the Program Selector in

the PROGRAM mode and press the Event button

to review all eight possible Events.
Power has not been supplied to the Be sure power is applied to the line terminals #3
load through the line (line 1 and (#3 and #5 for ET104C) in order to power the
line 2 for ET104C) terminals. load. Note that the output contacts are isolated

from the timer power (terminals 1 and 2).

This allows the timer to switch various loads

from 24 volts through 277 volts.

Unit overheats or unit Voltage selector set incorrectly. Be sure voltage selector on rear of timer
fails to switch load on. matches timer supply voltage. See

item #1 under “installation.”

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

If within one (1) year from date of purchase, this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Intermatic Incorporated will repair or
replace, at its sole option, the unit free of charge. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
The warranty does not apply to: (a) damage caused by accident, abuse, mishandling, dropping, acts of God, or any negligent use; (b) units which
have been subject to unauthorized repair, opened, taken apart, or otherwise modified; (c) units not used in accordance with directions; (d) damages
exceeding the cost of the product. Some states do not allow a limitation of damages, so the foregoing limitation may not apply to you. This warran­ty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights that vary from state to state.
INTERMATIC INCORPORATED WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLYTO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WAR­RANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY MODIFIED TO EXIST
ONLY AS CONTAINED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, AND SHALL BE OF THE SAME DURATION AS THE WARRANTY PERIOD STATED
ABOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF AN IMPLIED WARRANTY, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU.
This warranty service is available by either (a) returning the product to the dealer from whom the unit was purchased, or (b) mailing postage pre­paid to the nearest authorized service center listed. Please be sure to wrap the product securely when mailing to avoid damage. This warranty is
made by: Intermatic Incorporated/After Sales Service, 7777 Winn Rd., Spring Grove, IL 60081-9698/815-675-7000 http://www.intermatic.com

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