Manual d'usuari del commutador horari digital de 7 dies Intermatic EI500WC

1. Introducció

The Intermatic EI500WC is a 7-day single-pole digital time switch designed for automated control of lights, fans, pumps, and other medium-duty loads. It offers up to 7 ON and 7 OFF operations per week, providing flexibility for energy savings, security, and convenience. This timer is compatible with incandescent, fluorescent, CFL, and LED lighting.

This manual provides detailed instructions for the safe installation, setup, programming, and maintenance of your EI500WC digital time switch.

Figure 1: Intermatic EI500WC Digital Time Switch installed in a standard wall plate.

2. Precaucions de seguretat

Please read and understand all instructions before installing or operating this device. Failure to follow these instructions may result in electrical shock, fire, or serious injury.

• ADVERTIMENT: Risk of Electric Shock. Disconnect power at the circuit breaker or fuse box before installation or servicing.
• La instal·lació ha de ser realitzada per un electricista qualificat d'acord amb tots els codis elèctrics locals i nacionals.
• Do not use this device with loads exceeding its specified electrical ratings.
• Assegureu-vos que totes les connexions dels cables estiguin segures i correctament aïllades.
• Aquest dispositiu només és per a ús interior.

3. Contingut del paquet

• Intermatic EI500WC 7-Day Digital Time Switch
• Filferro
• Manual d'instruccions (aquest document)

4. Producte acabatview

The EI500WC features a clear digital display and intuitive buttons for programming. The main ON and OFF buttons are visible on the front, while programming buttons are located behind a hinged cover.

Figura 2: Frontal view of the EI500WC with the programming button cover open, showing CLK, DAY, PROG, RESET, HOUR, MIN, and MODE buttons.

5. Instruccions d'instal·lació

5.1. Eines necessàries

• Tornavís (Phillips i/o de punta plana)
• Pelafils
• Voltage Tester
• Cinta elèctrica

5.2. Instruccions de cablejat

1. Apagueu l'alimentació: Localitzeu l'interruptor automàtic o el fusible que controla l'interruptor que esteu substituint i apagueu-lo. Verifiqueu que l'alimentació estigui apagada utilitzant un voltimetre.tage provador.
2. Treure l'interruptor antic: Traieu amb cura la placa de paret i l'interruptor existents de la caixa elèctrica.
3. Identifica els cables: The EI500WC requires a neutral wire. Identify the LINE (hot), LOAD, NEUTRAL, and GROUND wires in your electrical box. If a neutral wire is not present, consult a qualified electrician.
4. Connecteu els cables: Use the provided wire nuts to connect the EI500WC wires to your household wiring as shown in the diagram below.
   • Black wire (LINE): Connecteu-vos al cable calent d'entrada del disjuntor.
   • Red wire (LOAD): Connect to the wire going to the light fixture or appliance.
   • White wire (NEUTRAL): Connect to the neutral wire (typically white) in the electrical box.
   • Green wire (GROUND): Connect to the bare copper or green ground wire in the electrical box.

Figure 3: Wiring diagram for the EI500WC, showing connections for LINE (Black), LOAD (Red), NEUTRAL (White), and GROUND (Green).

5.3. Muntatge

1. Carefully push the wired timer into the electrical box, ensuring wires are not pinched.
2. Secure the timer to the electrical box using the mounting screws.
3. Attach the wall plate (not included) over the timer.
4. Restaurar l'energia: Torneu a encendre l'alimentació a l'interruptor.

6. Configuració inicial

En el moment de l'engegada inicial o després d'una apagadatage, the display may show '12:00 AM' and 'MO'. The internal battery maintains settings during brief power interruptions.

6.1. Configuració de l'hora i el dia actuals

1. Open the hinged cover to access the programming buttons (refer to Figure 2).
2. Premeu el botó CLK botó. La pantalla de temps parpellejarà.
3. Premeu el botó HORA button to set the current hour. Observe the AM/PM indicator.
4. Premeu el botó MIN botó per configurar el minut actual.
5. Premeu el botó DIA per configurar el dia actual de la setmana (DL, DT, DC, DH, DV, DS, DG).
6. Premeu CLK again to save the settings and exit time setting mode.

7. Funcionament i programació

The EI500WC allows for up to 7 ON and 7 OFF programming events per week. Each event can be set for a specific day or combination of days.

7.1. Setting ON/OFF Programs

1. Obriu la tapa amb frontisses.
2. Premeu el botó PROG button. The display will show '1 ON' and the time will flash.
3. Premeu HORA i MIN to set the desired ON time for program 1.
4. Premeu DIA to select the day(s) for this program. Options include individual days, weekdays (MO TU WE TH FR), weekends (SA SU), or all days (MO TU WE TH FR SA SU).
5. Premeu PROG again. The display will show '1 OFF' and the time will flash.
6. Premeu HORA i MIN to set the desired OFF time for program 1.
7. Premeu DIA to select the day(s) for this OFF program (should match the ON program days).
8. Repeat steps 2-7 for additional ON/OFF programs (up to 7 pairs). To skip a program, press PROG repeatedly until you reach the desired program number or exit programming mode.
9. Premeu CLK to exit programming mode and return to normal operation.

7.2. Mode aleatori

The random mode feature varies the ON/OFF schedule by a few minutes, providing a 'lived-in' appearance for enhanced security.

• To activate Random Mode: Press the MODE button until 'RDM' appears on the display.
• To deactivate Random Mode: Press the MODE button until 'RDM' disappears.

7.3. Anul·lació manual

You can manually turn the connected load ON or OFF at any time without affecting the programmed schedule.

• Premeu el gran ON button to manually turn the load ON.
• Premeu el gran OFF button to manually turn the load OFF.
• The timer will revert to its programmed schedule at the next scheduled ON or OFF event.

8. Manteniment

8.1. Informació de la bateria

The EI500WC includes an internal battery that provides backup power to maintain time and program settings during power outages. This battery is typically long-lasting and not user-replaceable. If the display is blank or settings are lost frequently after power interruptions, the unit may need replacement.

8.2. Neteja

Clean the surface of the timer with a soft, damp tela. No utilitzeu netejadors abrasius ni dissolvents.

9. Solució De Problemes

• La pantalla del temporitzador està en blanc: Ensure power is supplied to the circuit. Check circuit breaker.
• La càrrega no s'encén/apaga segons la programació:
  • Verify current time and day are set correctly.
  • Check that ON/OFF programs are set for the correct times and days.
  • Ensure the timer is not in manual override mode conflicting with the program.
  • Confirm wiring connections are secure.
• El temporitzador perd la configuració després d'apagar-setage: The internal backup battery may be depleted. The unit may require replacement.
• Botó de reset: If the timer behaves erratically, use a pointed object (like a paperclip) to press the recessed RESET button. This will clear all settings and restore default values, requiring you to re-enter time, day, and programs.

10. Especificacions tècniques

11. Informació de la garantia

Intermatic warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. This warranty covers replacement of the unit only and does not include labor costs associated with removal or reinstallation.

This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from improper installation, misuse, abuse, accident, or unauthorized modifications. For warranty service, please contact Intermatic customer support.

12. Atenció al client

If you have any questions regarding the installation, operation, or troubleshooting of your Intermatic EI500WC Digital Time Switch, please refer to the Intermatic website or contact their customer support directly. Always have your model number (EI500WC) available when contacting support.