Use and Care Guide

ITEM #0141224
MODEL #TM-097
PACKAGE CONTENTS
IN-WALL TIMER
Call customer service at 1-866-994-4148,
8 a.m. - 6 p.m., EST, Monday - Thursday,
8 a.m. - 5 p.m., EST, Friday.
TROUBLESHOOTING
SAFETY INFORMATION
HELPFUL TIPS
• In case of an operational failure of the timer, use a
paper clip and insert into the RESET hole to clear all
the settings and restart.
• To see a video offering guidance on the installation of
this item, visit Lowes.com, search for the item number
and visit the item's page
Please read and understand this entire manual before
attempting to assemble, operate or install the product.
WARRANTY
CAUTION
• This product is guaranteed to be free of defects for
a limited period of one year from the date of
purchase.
• If the product suddenly malfunctions and is not
damaged by external factors or personal reasons
within the one year warranty limit from the day of
purchase, the product maybe considered for repair.
If the product is damaged due to natural disaster like
fire, lightning, flood, hurricane, etc., the product will
not be considered for repair.
• Do not attach a device that exceeds the unit ratings
as described in the Safety Information section of this
manual.
• Wattage of lamps or appliances controlled must NOT
exceed rated capacity.
• FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.
• Installation by a licensed electrician to local, state
and national codes is recommended.
• Remove wall plate and make sure both hot and
neutral wires are present in the junction box. If both
wires are not present, additional wiring will be
necessary before installation can be completed.
• Check that all wire connections are secure.
• Place all wires inside junction box. Fit timer into
junction box.
• Reconnect electrical power.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE
CAUSE
CORRECTIVE
ACTION
Timer turns
ON/OFF at
incorrect
times or
skips some
of the
programmed
times.
1. Programmed
event(s) are
incorrect.
2. Timer is in
RANDOM mode,
which varies
switching times
up to 15 minutes
(to give your home
a “lived-in” look).
1. Press PROGRAM
button to review the
settings and revise
them as necessary.
See OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
2. If you don’t want to
keep the timer in
RANDOM mode,
press MODE to
change to AUTO
mode.
The attached
device turns
off
immediately
after being
turned on.
The timer is wired
incorrectly.
Disconnect wires,
remove timer,
re-install per the
instruction manual. If
problem persists,
contact certified
electrician.
LCD screen
is blank.
The included
rechargeable
battery has lost its
charge.
Battery will
automatically
recharge after
installation.
LCD screen
is on but
attached
device is off.
The light or
attached device
itself may be
switched OFF.
Make sure the light
or attached device is
switched ON.
Warning: To avoid fire and/or shock, turn off power.
Make sure the power is off before wiring. If you are
unsure or uncomfortable with installation, contact a
licensed electrician.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
A B
• RDM (Random) - Timer will randomly turn devices
ON/OFF within15 minutes 5 times per day. This is
a security feature in which ON and OFF times
randomly, creating a more “lived-in” look.
• MANUAL (ON or OFF) — turns always ON or OFF
only when user presses the ON or OFF button.
The display is blank, showing neither RDM nor
AUTO.
2. Operating the Time Switch
Press the MODE button repeatedly to set the timer
to Automatic, Random or Manual (ON or OFF) mode.
NOTE: For the time switch to run programmed
events, it must be set to “AUTO” mode.
• AUTO — runs all events automatically, according
to the schedule you have set. The word “AUTO”
appears in the display.
4. Setting Programs
Timer has up to 7 customizable ON/OFF Event
Settings to turn devices on and off at different times
and on different days as programmed.
5. Reviewing Events Programmed
1. In the current time display, press the PROGRAM
button repeatedly to check your settings.
2. When finished, press the TIME button to return
the display to the time of day.
6. Clearing (Deleting) an Event
1. Press the PROGRAM button as many times as
necessary to locate the setting you want to clear.
2. Press and hold the SET/RE for 3 seconds button.
3. When finished, press the TIME button to return
the display to the time of day.
1/2”
(1.27cm)
Strip Length:
6. Press the " " or " " button until the display shows
the current DAY then press SET/RE button.
7. Press the " " or " " button until the display shows
the current HOUR then press SET/RE button.
8. Press the " " or " " button until the display shows
the current MINUTE then press SET/RE button to
complete time setting.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Setting the Clock
1. Open the door.
2. Press TIME button.
3. Display will flash for a 15 seconds. If no other
action taken, clock may engage with the incorrect
time.
4. Press the " " or " " button until the display shows
the current YEAR then press SET/RE button.
5. Press the " " or " " button until the display shows
the current MONTH then press SET/RE button.
• All days of the week (MO TU WE TH FR SA SU)
• Individual days of the week (MO, etc.)
• Weekdays only (MO TU WE TH FR)
• Weekends only (SA SU)
4. Press the " " or " " button repeatedly until the
display shows the DAY(s) when you want then
press SET/RE button.
The options are:
1. Press MODE repeatedly until the display
shows AUTO.
ON
4-2
2. Press the PROGRAM
button once. The display
will look as shown at the
right. The " " in the
lower right hand corner
indicates that you are now
programming EVENT 1
which you want your
device turned ON.
3. Press the SET/RE button to set up the time.
5. Press the " " or " " button repeatedly until the
display shows the HOUR when you want then
press SET/RE button.
6. Press the " " or " " button repeatedly until the
display shows the MINUTE when you want then
press SET/RE button.
7. Repeat Steps 3, 4, 5, 6 to set the OFF time for
Event 1
Two kinds of settings can cause the timer to work in
an unexpected way:
- Set up events in progressive order of time (for
example, 8:00 pm ON, 9:00 pm ON, 10:00 pm
ON — NOT 8:00 pm ON, 10:00 pm ON, 9:00 pm
ON).
- Do not overlap event times (for example, 8:00 pm
ON /12:00 pm OFF, and 9:00 pm ON / 11:00 pm
OFF).
ON
3. Begin by loosening all the screws on your In-Wall
Timer. You’ll notice there is now a loose plate in the
hole. The wires will need to be inserted in the middle
and tightened with a screwdriver. (see figure 3).
The screw terminal accepts 14AWG-12AWG copper
wire (12AWG maximum).
3. Overriding Timer Settings
The ON or OFF buttons
override the current
programmed events. To
override the current
program (either ON or OFF),
press the ON or OFF button.
NOTE: If the timer is not in
“Manual (ON or OFF)” mode,
it will obey the next programmed event. This allows
the user to manually turn a light on and allow the
program to shut the light back off at a preset time.
AM
ON
AUTO
SU
PROGRAM SET/RE
TIME
MODE
ON OFF
reset
3
C D
QUANTITY DESCRIPTIONPART
1
1
A
B
Timer
Wall plate
0.74 in -2 inC
Mounting screws (Wall box)
0.33 in - 2 in
D
Mounting screws (Wall plate)
* Tools Required for Assembly (not included):
screwdriver.
THIS TIMER IS FOR USE WITH A 125V AC POWER
SOURCE. 125V AC / 60 Hz
DO NOT ATTACH A DEVICE THAT EXCEEDS THE
UNIT RATINGS:
15A / 1,875 Resistive (General Purpose)
8A / 1,000 W Tungsten (Incandescent)
120V / 8.3A / 996 W Standard Ballast (Fluorescent)
500VA Ballast (Electronic)
1/2 HP (Horsepower Motor)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate
this equipment.
6. Restore power by flipping the breaker to the “on”
position or re-installing the fuse to the circuit.
5. The In-Wall Timer requires a neutral wire connection
or the switch will not work.
1. If the existing neutral
(white) wires are
connected by wire nut in
the wall box, release the
nut, insert both neutral
wires into the holes
labeled N (near silver
screw). (see figure 5-1)
4. Installing In-Wall Timer:
3. Tighten all screws firmly. (15 lbf-in). (see figure 5-3).
a. Insert the ground or bare wire(s) into the hole(s)
labeled “G” (near green screw).
b. Insert 2 neutral wires into the holes labeled “N”
(near silver screw).
2. If the neutral wires from
the wall box are short and
do not reach the N hole,
cut the wire at 1-1/4 in.
(include the period) from
the bottom of case,
remove jacket at 1/2 in.
(include the period) of
both ends. Insert longer
cord to N hole. Connect the shorter cord with
enclosed jumper (white) wire and wire nut, then
insert to another N hole (near silver screw)
(see figure 5-2).
Before initial use, if LCD screen is blank, connect to
power for at least 30 minutes to charge the internal
battery. After the screen turns on, the unit is ready for
programming.
1. This device is to be installed in a wall box measuring
at least 3 in. x 2 in. x 2-1/2 in. (standard single gang
electrical wall box) and wired in
accordance with National Electrical
Code.
2. Straighten each conductor and strip 1/2 in.
of insulation from each wire.
c. Insert the hot wire into the hole labeled “L-I” (near
brass screw).
d. Insert the load wire into the hole labeled “L-O”
(near brass screw).
To see a video offering guidance on the installation
of this item, visit Lowes.com, search for the item
number and visit the item's page.
screws (D). (see figure 5-4).
4. Carefully fold wire into wall box and mount timer
(A) into wall box using mounting screws (C), then
attach the wall plate using the mounting
Hot wire
Load
wire
Neutral
Neutral
Ground
Wall
Ground wire (Green)
Neutral wire (White)
Load wire
(Black or Red)
Hot wire (Black)
4
3
5-1
Jumper
wire
Shorter cord
Longer cord
5-2
Wall
1-1/4”
5-3
A
B
C
D
5-4
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ITEM #0141224
MODEL #TM-097
PACKAGE CONTENTS
IN-WALL
DIGITAL TIMER
Call customer service at 1-866-994-4148,
8 a.m. - 6 p.m., EST, Monday - Thursday,
8 a.m. - 5 p.m., EST, Friday.
Warning: To avoid fire, shock, turn off power. Make
sure the power is off before wiring. If you are unsure or
uncomfortable with installation contact a licensed
electrician.
1. This device is to be installed in a wall box measuring
at least 3’’x 2’’ x2-1/2’’ (standard single gang
electrical wall box) and wired in accordance with
National Electrical Code.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
A
C
B
2. Operating the Time Switch
Press the MODE button repeatedly to set the timer
to Automatic, Random or Manual mode.
NOTE: For the time switch to run programmed
events, it must be set to “AUTO” mode.
• AUTO — runs all events automatically, according
to the schedule you have set. The word “AUTO”
appears in the display.
• RDM(Random) — runs all events in a RANDOM
mode. This is a security feature in which ON and
OFF times randomly, creating a more “lived-in”
look.
- The unit has built with 5 times to turn ON/OFF at
15 mins per different time period.
• MANUAL- ON or OFF — turns always ON or OFF
only when user presses the ON or OFF button.
The display is blank, showing neither RDM nor
AUTO.
3. Overriding Timer Settings
The ON or OFF buttons
override the current
programmed events. To
override the current
program (either ON or OFF),
press the ON or OFF button.
NOTE: If the timer is not in
“Manual- ON or OFF” mode,
it will obey the next programmed event. This allows
the user to manually turn a light on and allow the
program to shut the light back off at a preset time.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3/4”
(1.9cm)
Strip Length:
1. Insert the ground or bare wire(s) into the hole(s)
labeled “G” (near green screw) (see figure 3).
2. Insert 2 neutral wires into the holes labeled “N”
(near silver screw) (see figure 3).
3. Insert the hot wire(s) into the hole(s) labeled
“L-I” (near brass screw) (see figure 3).
4. Insert the load wire(s) into the hole(s) labeled
“L-O” (near brass screw) (see figure 3).
5. Tighten all screws firmly
(12 lbf-in) (see figure 3-5).
6. Carefully fold wires into
wall box and mount
device into wall box with
screws provided and
mount wall-plate.
7. Restore power by flipping
the breaker to the “on”
position or re-installing the fuse to the circuit.
3. Installing In-Wall Receptable
3
Hot wire
(from power)
Hot wire
(for load)
Neutral
(from power)
Neutral
(for load)
Ground
Ground wire (Green)
Neutral wire (White)
(from power)
Neutral wire (White)
(for load)
Hot wire (Red)
(for load)
Hot wire (Black)
(from power)
1. Setting the Clock
1. Open the door.
2. Press TIME button.
3. Display will flash for a 15 Seconds. If no other
action taken, clock may engage with the incorrect
time.
4. Press the " " or " " button until the display shows
the current year then press SET/RE button.
5. Press the " " or " " button until the display shows
the current month then press SET/RE button.
6. Press the " " or " " button until the display shows
the current day then press SET/RE button.
7. Press the " " or " " button until the display shows
the current hour then press SET/RE button.
8. Press the " " or " " button until the display shows
the current minute then press SET/RE button.
AM
ON
AUTO
SU
PROGRAM SET/RE
TIME
MODE
ON OFF
reset
3
2. Straighten each conductor and strip 3/4’’
of insulation from each wires
(approx. 3/4’’ 1.9cm)
QUANTITY DESCRIPTIONPART
1
1
A
B
Timer
Cover
2C
Mounting screws
* Tools required
3-5
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