Product SKU: TIMER-TRI
First sold in: Late 2025
Initial Setup
Before first use: Plug the timer in for at least 30 minutes to charge the internal battery. Once the screen displays, the unit is ready for programming.
Mounting requirements:
Mount vertically with receptacle facing downward
Position receptacle at least 2 feet above ground level
Suitable for outdoor use when mounted correctly (raintight but not for water immersion)
Button Functions
MODE - Manual override and scroll between timer status options
⏱ (TIME) - Press and hold for 2 seconds to set current time
PROG - Press and hold for 2 seconds to begin programming
+ / - - Increase or decrease time and day settings
SET/🔓 - Confirm settings or clear (press and hold)
RESET - Clear all programmed settings (small hole under dashboard - use non-conducting object like wooden toothpick)
PHOTO SENSOR - Detects light and dark conditions
Set Current Time
Press and hold ⏱ button for 2 seconds
Press + or - to set the correct day
Press SET/🔓 to move to hour setting
Press + or - to set hour (confirm AM/PM is correct)
Press SET/🔓 to move to minute setting
Press + or - to set minutes
Press SET/🔓 to finish and return to normal display
Tip: Press and hold SET/🔓 to clear settings and return to defaults. Press ⏱ or wait 15 seconds to return to standby.
Operating Modes
Press MODE to cycle through options:
1. ON - Always On
Outputs remain continuously on.
2. OFF - Always Off
Outputs remain continuously off.
3. RDM - Random Security Mode
Turns on at random times for 15 minutes
Up to 5 on/off events daily
Creates "lived-in" appearance for security
On times vary each day
4. AUTO - Scheduled Timer
Turn on/off at your exact programmed times.
5. AUTO CDS - Photocell Mode
On at dusk
Off at dawn
No programming required
6. AUTO CDS + TIMER - Combined Mode
On at dusk
Off at your programmed time
Program Your Schedule (AUTO Mode)
Select AUTO mode using MODE button
Press and hold PROG for 2 seconds
Press + or - to select day(s):
Individual days (MO, TU, WE, TH, FR, SA, SU)
Weekdays (MO-FR)
Weekends (SA-SU)
All week (MO-SU)
Press SET/🔓 to enter hour setting
Press + or - to set hour (confirm AM/PM)
Press SET/🔓 to enter minute setting
Press + or - to set minutes
Press SET/🔓 to program OFF time
Repeat steps 3-7 for OFF time
Create up to 8 on/off programs
To save: Press ⏱ or wait 15 seconds
To clear a program: Press and hold SET/🔓
Program with Photocell (AUTO CDS + TIMER)
Use this mode to turn lights on at dusk and off at a specific time.
Press MODE to select AUTO CDS + TIMER
Press and hold PROG for 2 seconds
Press + or - to select day(s)
Press SET/🔓 to enter OFF hour
Press + or - to set hour (confirm AM/PM)
Press SET/🔓 to enter OFF minutes
Press + or - to set minutes
Create up to 8 off-time programs
Press ⏱ or wait 15 seconds to save
Troubleshooting
Lights Don't Turn On at Dusk
Cause: Too much ambient light near photocell sensor
Solution: Move timer to location without ambient light sources
Lights Don't Turn On (Even in ON Mode)
Possible causes:
Timer not in ON position
Lights not functioning
Timer not receiving power
Solutions:
Test lights by plugging directly into outlet
Confirm lights have power switch in ON position
Verify timer LED lights up when plugged in
Lights Flashing (Turning On and Off)
Cause: Photocell sensor detecting light from connected lights
Solution: Move lights away from timer or reposition timer away from lights
Specifications
Ratings:
125V AC, 60 Hz
15A Resistive, 15A General Use
1000W Tungsten
500W Electronic Ballast
120V AC, 60 Hz, 8.3A Ballast, 1/3 HP
14/3 AWG SJTW vinyl cord
Care and Maintenance
Store indoors in dry location when not in use
Always unplug when not in use
Unplug by grasping plug, not cord
Safety Information
⚠️ Do not exceed unit ratings - Only connect devices within specifications listed above