Intermatic Light Timer Not Turning On

Replacement timer for intermatic landscape light transformer.

Intermatic light timer not turning on.

Here s a real nice pictorial on how to replace an intermatic timer motor or mechanism. I replaced the on tripper but it still does not work. I have a intermatic t101 timer which is only used once a day evening. A loose tripper can cause failure of the intermatic timer to turn on or off automatically at the set times.

Get on a sturdy ladder and twist the bulb fully into the socket. Would like to repair this unit rather than replace it. It does turn off automatically. Timer controls in wall controls photocontrols.

It stalls at the set time and apparently slips when the tripper engages the switch. If that s not the issue turn the transformer off and look for a short. To find your nearest summit service center click here. Simple reliable solutions for any location.

From programmable time controls to photocontrol sensors to weatherproof covers intermatic offers the most robust lineup. If the timer doesn t activate the connected light it might be working but the light bulb in the fixture might be burned out. It is turned on at 7 00pm and turned off at 10 30pm automatically. But then again intermatic timer motors can be half the cost of a new mechanism depending on the model.

The timer mechanism has worn out and will not turn on the transformer when the tripper reaches the set time. I can turn it on manually. If the light is turning on too late try adding a. If the light still fails to turn on the light bulb might be burned out.

Jack checks the transformer and sees that it s still on so he knows that isn t causing their landscape lights to not work. Intermatic time clock motors can be replaced but unless the time clock was fairly new i d probably just replace the entire intermatic mechanism. The problem is it has stopped turning on by the tripper. Both the slide and the filter sticker come with your intermatic photocontrol for easy use.

If you ve had landscaping done recently check the areas for damaged wires loose connections or other problems. Replace the bulb with a new one. The part tag shows the timer as. For flush mount photocontrols you can use either the included domed shield stickers or a combination of both to help regulate outside conditions.

Additionally a faulty tab can cause failure of the timer to turn on or off when the dial is rotating.