Once you are happy with the times you have set up, press the timer button again to save the cycle. Step 4:

To test if your Mechanical Timer is working correctly, flip the switch of the timer to the on position, if the timer is functioning as it should, the device should turn on immediately. Digital Timers Both Digital and Mechanical Timers are a simple and effective way to create a more energy efficient electrical system. Scheduling when your devices use power around your specific needs ensures that not only are you saving energy and therefore costs, you end up getting the most out of your appliances.Next, you need to establish the time span in which you want your fixtures to be powered for, setting this up is different depending on the type and brand of timer you’re using.

Status is run by father and son, Peter and Nicholas McVeigh, who between them have over 80 years combined experience in the lighting industry. Today, Status boasts a customer base across the UK and Europe including major national retailers, wholesalers, independent retailers and electrical wholesalers.Once your Mechanical Timer has been set up, you can leave it to operate at the times that suit you. But if you’re setting up a new timer or changing the times of existing timers, here’s how you do it. Step 1: Using timers for appliances such as certain types of heaters, irons and various cooking appliances – as this carries a fire risk