Intermatic EH10 electronic water heater timer is ideal for optimising energy consumption and enhancing convenience in water heating systems. It allows users to schedule specific periods for water heater operation, preventing unnecessary heating during off-peak hours or when hot water isn't needed. This timer is used in homes, hotels and businesses, where efficient water heating is crucial.
Features:
- It features a single channel for controlling the water heater system.
- This NEMA-rating electronic water heater timer offers a single-pole single-throw (SPST) contact form for efficient switching.
- This timer has a metal enclosure to ensure durability and protection.
- It features a single pole configuration, streamlining its design.
- This electronic water heater is equipped with an AA alkaline battery to ensure a reliable backup power source.
- It has operating temperatures ranging from -40 to 104 degrees F.
- This timer offers a snap-in mounting system that simplifies installation and maintenance.
Compatible Accessories:
- Intermatic 25 feet, 50 feet and 10 feet cords: They offer extended reach to connect the timer to distant power sources, enhancing the timer's flexibility & convenience of placement.
Standards and Approvals:
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Is it good to have hot water on a timer or constant?
A. Leaving the hot water heater on continuously is preferable to turning it on and off intermittently. However, you don't actually need to constantly heat your water. Hot water kept in a tank will be heated by your boiler or immersion heater.
Q. What is the purpose of a water heater timer?
A. A water heater timer is a device that regulates when a water heater is switched on and off. Instead of keeping hot water throughout the day, your water heater will now only give it when it is set to do so.
Q. What is the operating temperature of this Intermatic EH10 water heater timer?
A. This Intermatic EH40 water heater timer offers an operating temperature range of -40 to 104 degrees F.
Q. How to install this electronic water heater timer?
A.
- Turn off the power to the water heater at the circuit breaker.
- Prepare the wiring according to the user manual.
- Connect timer wires to water heater wires and securely mount the timer on the wall or surface.
- Program the timer using the instructions in the user manual.
- Test the manual override feature for functionality.
- Attach the timer's cover after connections are made.
- Restore power at the circuit breaker.
- Observe the water heater's operation based on programmed settings.
- Adjust timer settings to match hot water usage patterns.
Q. Can I program multiple ON / OFF cycles in a day?
A. Yes, it can operate for up to 6 ON / OFF operations daily and a maximum of 42 ON / OFF operations weekly.
Q. What are the factors to be considered while choosing this electronic water heater timer?
A. Major factors include compatibility, installation requirements, programmability, durability, voltage and power handling, backup power and mounting options.