What happens if the power goes out? Does the timer remember the settings, or does it reset?
783013
I just installed one of these switches and if I turn the breaker off, it looses the time but not the programming. This is stupid because it will never turn on right because the time setting is wrong.
783014
The timer will remember the time for up to 4 hours. However, it will still remember its settings---it only loses time.
783015
Apparently from the other answers it looses correct time after a while (4 hours?), but keeps the settings (probably a small flash mem chip on board).My feeling is that it would just be one more clock to reset after a power outtage....Coffee Maker, Microwave, Oven, Bedside Alarm Clocks,Clock Radios, Etc.So it does not concern me.All I have to do is remember! :-)
783016
Maybe. One of the nicest features of this timer is that it comes preprogrammed out of the box to go on at sunset and off at 11pm(?). I found that cycle perfect so didn't need to program. Assume if the power goes out the default setting will always be there but not sure if you were to change the default. My guess would be yes based on experience with other similar ones but not sure.
783017
It's worked well in the past but my switch is a couple of years old now and the built in battery backup no longer works. Every single flash of power loses my clock settings now and I have to reset it every time. It's kind of annoying. I tried examining it to see if the battery is replaceable, but is no easy access to the internals.
783018
short outages, it works great. Longer outages I have to reset the time. I do not think it's forgotten the programming
783019
Timer remembers the settings. There is an internal back-up power supply. Not sure how long it lasts, but I have not had to reprogram the timers. I have been very pleased with these timers. So far, the best I've ever purchased.
1947289
There are two ways this could happen. One is if the power goes out. Then you will need to reset the timer to the correct time. The second is if the timer stops are loose or fall off. The best way to prevent this is to make sure the stops are tightened. I check mine every few weeks as I can, to make sure they haven't loosened over time. So far, no issues.
684192
Yes, the timers have a battery backup to retain your settings in the event of a power failure. The battery is charger when you plug the unit into an outlet. Let it charge for at least 10 minutes before unplugging. I'm not sure how long the unit will keep the settings stored during a power outage, but I have experienced a outage of about 2 hours and mine retained its settings. Hope this helps.
2079282
I don't think so. It will reset itself during a power failure (or being unplugged) back to the state it was in when it lost power.
158946
You can reset it after power went out by unplugging it and plugging it back in. Or trip the breaker on the circuit it uses and reset it.
1490715
No, and this is horribly annoying. Even a brief outage resets the clocks, alarms and everything - you have to completely reprogram everything. If you have power issues at all I would advise against it.
1947292
It should come on if you have the pin pressed all the way in. If the pin is in all the way it "trips" the timer to come on and go off. If electricity goes off you will need to reset the timer to the correct time just like the clocks in your home
1343612
I agree. I see no evidence of this feature in the instructions. But there may be a capacitor in it that holds the settings even though it may be necessary to reset the current time when the power comes back on. Perhaps that is what they mean?
1245683
Yes... it will turn back on to the EXACT settings as before the power went out!!!
354034
Yes. Word of warning...if the power goes out, you will need to reset the timer. Also, this product lasted about one year and died on me. Did not replace with another. Went to Lowes and bought one that is digital and has battery backup ($25) seems to work great, but time will tell
1184375
I have never had an outage, but it's fully manual, so I would expect it to restart exactly where you set it.
1288856
Hi Christa!Yes, with a power outage this would go out, because it is plugged into the wall. I, personally, keep it plugged in to a socket that has its own switch to turn it on off. I always keep it on, so if the power goes out (as it has in my house), when the power comes back on, as long as it is still plugged back in, it comes right back on by itself! Hope that answers your question! :)
1135223
It works without the batteries (they are only to keep memory when the power goes out). The timer comes with batteries, so you'll know which ones to replace after you get it (indicator icon lets you know when the batteries are running low).
2181938
It keeps the last used setting. If you power off with this setting then it will turn on with the same last setting. Hope this helps you. Good luck.
476279
I have had many power failures but I never had to re-program this unit. I am not sure how it does but does remember settings. Please note the Power failures we have seen here only lasted a few hours maximum. I have to reset all radio-clocks that is how I notice power failures...
1197435
Never used the timer feature. If you lose power won't come on when power is restored.
476280
No, the settings are stored in non-volatile memory, so power outages or unplugging doesnt affect settings. I set one controller aside literally for years. When plugged back in the last settings were there.