How To Install An Automatic Light Timer | Defiant Model 32648

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  • Опубліковано 29 жов 2024

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  • @nickm8651
    @nickm8651 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for the video. My light switch inside my entry door for the garage exterior and entry flights only had 2 black wire, but I saw the white and the ground wires inside that I needed to hook up and everything works as it suppose to. I had a very good feeling that's what I needed to do, but checked out UA-cam and your video confirmed what I thought. Great video and I'm sure it's helped out many people. Cheers!

  • @MrBHillman
    @MrBHillman 3 роки тому +1

    While doing some research on programmable light switches. I stumbled on your video because of your easy to follow step by step instructions. I went with this exact switch and installed it with ease. Thanks!!!!

  • @steveberry838
    @steveberry838 4 роки тому +1

    I had installed timer by the install sheet, no problem. But I could not figure from the instructions how to turn the timer on and off everyday. This video clarified that and I’m up and running. Thank you.

  • @wessimpson2544
    @wessimpson2544 4 роки тому +1

    Hey good video. I'm just a fair DIY person and have stayed away from electrical stuff. With your help I got it done. Many thanks,

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      Nice Wes, way to get after it! That timer switch has been super handy since I installed it.

  • @lagordishermosa30
    @lagordishermosa30 Рік тому

    Omg im so glad I ran into your video...I was able to program the time...this has been very helpful ❤❤❤

  • @TomOHara72
    @TomOHara72 3 роки тому

    Thank YOU so Much!
    Appreciate Clear, calm audio.

  • @brianmartinsen2173
    @brianmartinsen2173 3 роки тому

    Great video! Clear, concise and slow enough to follow along. Thank you!

  • @richards404
    @richards404 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you sir for the straight forward video on installing this timer.

  • @DaveMillsPhoto
    @DaveMillsPhoto 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you, Your video was all I needed to install and program my timer never looked at the directions.

  • @tayezlk
    @tayezlk Рік тому

    This is a great video for installing timer switch. Thanks

  • @Viper6622593
    @Viper6622593 2 роки тому

    Excellent video, just what I needed.

  • @tudo8412
    @tudo8412 3 роки тому

    Thank you sir for the Video. Was all I needed to install and program. Again thank you very much.

  • @michaelmatles708
    @michaelmatles708 3 роки тому +2

    Add an instruction on manually turning on the light If is past the scheduled on time.
    Great video.

  • @sonnysantos62
    @sonnysantos62 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much! This truly helps figure out the wiring.

  • @visalyok4793
    @visalyok4793 4 роки тому +1

    Nice explaination and helpful for us thank you very much

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      Hey Visal, glad the video helped. I have really liked this switch since we installed. Super handy for external lights. Best of luck on the project!

  • @johngiunta4553
    @johngiunta4553 4 роки тому +1

    Video was very informative the clock does not stay on all the time, does it default to a blank screen after a couple of seconds

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      Hey John, my clock stays on all the time and also tells if the timer switch is in "AUTO" in addition to the current status of the light. The blue backlighting does turn off after a couple seconds. Is yours acting differently?

    • @johngiunta4553
      @johngiunta4553 4 роки тому

      @@EverydayHomeRepairs yes it says the time, shows its set ro auto shuts off like 3 seconds later, what could it be why it doesn't stay on?

  • @wilenedozier6961
    @wilenedozier6961 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for the video! I did it!

  • @ronaldmejia6891
    @ronaldmejia6891 3 роки тому

    Great and understandable video. Thank you.

  • @avrilfeatherstone445
    @avrilfeatherstone445 Рік тому

    Not understanding the auto manual and random button. I programmed my lights for dusk and Dawn. My auto manual and random button are off. But the instructions read when on it follows the program. When I select it to on, my lights turn on. Please explain

  • @tgafire87
    @tgafire87 4 роки тому +2

    I’ve got 3 wire nuts. 2 of them are black for load and line. The 3rd is white for neutral. I can’t figure out what to use for ground.

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      I am not a licensed electrician and don’t know the code in your area but I know there are many applications where switches are not grounded in plastic electrical boxes. Best of luck.

    • @tgafire87
      @tgafire87 4 роки тому

      Everyday Home Repairs I found the bare copper wire. They were way in the back and covered in pant/texture. All good now. Thank you for the reply. You have a new subscriber.

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      @@tgafire87 👊

  • @russellschell4812
    @russellschell4812 3 роки тому

    I just installed this switch. I have it programmed for 1 program. Everyday on at dusk and off at dawn. It does not turn them on or off. I can press the main door / button and manually operate the switch but the auto / program is not working. I have made sure it is set to AUTO, and not MANUAL or RANDOM. Could the line and load be reversed? Any ideas?

  • @italianballbreaker
    @italianballbreaker 4 роки тому +1

    After watching your video I decided to use one for the lights on the outside of my garage. I have a light on either side. On the timer switch there are 2 holes for each the load, line, and neutral. Is it best to use each hole for each light or pigtail and use one each.

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      It is up to you but I would probably run the black wire (hot) from the load set of wires into the load hole, then the 2 black wires going out to the lights into the 2 holes for the lines. Bring all the neutrals together into a wire nut with a pigtail coming out to the the neutral hole on the switch and doing the same for the grounds. Should be noted I am not an electrician but this is how I would approach the install. Best of luck and be safe.

    • @italianballbreaker
      @italianballbreaker 4 роки тому

      @@EverydayHomeRepairs hi and thanx for your quick reply. Watching this video and others you made are very informative and helpful.

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      @@italianballbreaker Thanks really appreciate the kind words and we will keep the videos coming 👍

  • @yankyw6372
    @yankyw6372 2 роки тому

    Hi I tried to install this timer as a 3 way I did exactly like the instructions but it didn't work as 3 way I found no UA-cam video for this please advise

  • @networth8754
    @networth8754 4 роки тому +1

    I have just installed the Defiant Model 32648 at two locations. I have installed the units properly on a One Way switch. They are programmed properly. The lights will turn on / off manually using the door switch push feature, but they will not turn on / off automatically. I am using the default program and the panel says "AUTO Off". I have triple checked all times AM / PM etc. Any ideas?

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      🤔 and you set the program up with all weekdays setting ON to Dusk and OFF to Dawn?

    • @networth8754
      @networth8754 4 роки тому

      @@EverydayHomeRepairs I used the default program and I have not used the custom program. I use the default dusk and dawn times which are pre-programmed for the South Zone. I have an identical timer Model 32648 which I installed last year which works as designed. The two I installed this week both have the same problem which tells me it is not likely to be an issue with the timer. I know the installation is correct. I am using LED bulbs, but the Model 32648 is compatible with those and my existing Model 32648 works fine with the LED bulbs.

    • @networth8754
      @networth8754 4 роки тому

      @@EverydayHomeRepairs It seems you would not have to set up a "program" if you have been through all the initial steps concluding at 9:04 in your video. I would think that the default program would go on at Dusk and off at Dawn everyday without having to set up a program. But you are saying that if you do not set up Program 1 as you have in the second part, the timer will not come on and off at all, but will only work manually by pressing the door switch?

    • @jammer9597
      @jammer9597 Рік тому +1

      @@networth8754 I had the same problem, and yes you must set program 1 to dusk and dawn

  • @woodbeastonyoutube9086
    @woodbeastonyoutube9086 4 роки тому

    Hello Thanks for a great video..... I am replacing my old Jasco EJ500 timer.That timer has 3 wires pre-installed, Black, Blue and Red that is not used. My new timer is ge sunset timer which looks identical to yours. In my box I have 2 black wires and a ground.
    There was no neutral in the old switch. Where would the wires load my light, line 115vac and ground. Must I add a neutral?

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      Hey Mr Wood Beast not sure the GE/Defiant timer will work without a common. I checked this website waterheatertimer.org/How-to-wire-GE-15312-timer.html and they show a way to wire but also state that it is not up to code. They recommend the Intermatic ST01C for instances without a common but still offering a timer functionality. Best of luck and let me know if you have any follow up questions.

    • @woodbeastonyoutube9086
      @woodbeastonyoutube9086 4 роки тому

      @@EverydayHomeRepairs Thanks for your fast and informative reply. The Jasco timer is old and fails to work. I agree about the common. But the old timer has a ground and a blk and blu wires, weird . I will let you know ok?

    • @woodbeastonyoutube9086
      @woodbeastonyoutube9086 4 роки тому

      @@EverydayHomeRepairs Added a neutral and it works now.

  • @kingwolf7082
    @kingwolf7082 Рік тому

    So iam having problems! The timer let me set time and program but the lights wont turn on. Even the manual wont turn on. Fyi power is hot

  • @WorldEye88
    @WorldEye88 2 роки тому

    I have doubts about the two black wires. When you removed them from the original switch how do you know which black wire goes with the black wire in the new assembly?

  • @jontilley8013
    @jontilley8013 4 роки тому +1

    Having issues with the light not turning on in the manual mode - any suggestions

  • @billkrench6241
    @billkrench6241 4 роки тому +1

    I love your video it was a great help, but I would like to know how do you reset the time without starting from scratch again . Thanks Bill

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      Hey Bill do you want to reset to default times or set to a new time for Dusk/Dawn?

    • @billkrench6241
      @billkrench6241 4 роки тому +1

      In a few months I’ll have to change my on time from 8:30 pm to let say 7 pm how do you go about doing that.?

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      Hey Bill, if you follow the programming instructions starting at the 7:48 minute mark that will adjust your Dawn and Dusk times automatically to track with the seasons as long as you also set your correct region. Is that the functionality you are looking for or do you have a different use case?

    • @billkrench6241
      @billkrench6241 4 роки тому

      I don’t use dusk to dawn I use the time. Sorry if I’m not explaining this better. I just want to know how to change the times every couple of months. Thanks

    • @wilenedozier6961
      @wilenedozier6961 4 роки тому

      Thank you so much for the video! I did it!

  • @Iamknwother
    @Iamknwother 4 роки тому +1

    I replaced a switch with this defiant model but my breaker continues to trip! Any suggestions?

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      Hey lamknwother, that usually means a wiring issue. I would check the wiring again to make sure there isn't a short. Does the breaker trip as soon as you turn on the breaker or when you go to the light timer switch and turn it on?

  • @lesliechow6969
    @lesliechow6969 Рік тому

    Looking for a video with a three way switch red wire and two black wires installation

  • @Guillotines_For_Globalists
    @Guillotines_For_Globalists Рік тому

    These switches are tremendous. However in regards to the zone such as north, central, south, do you know if the zone is the GAP in-between the lines, or does the zone correlate strictly WITH the lines as shown in the user manual?

    • @jimbernas345
      @jimbernas345 6 місяців тому

      The lines are the borders separating the zones

    • @Guillotines_For_Globalists
      @Guillotines_For_Globalists 6 місяців тому

      @@jimbernas345 I see, I believe i have been using it correctly in that regard.

  • @gregdaugherty6705
    @gregdaugherty6705 4 роки тому +1

    Does the dawn and dusk time adjust automaticaliy as time goes on?

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      It does, you need to set the correct region and date then it will auto adjust as you go through the year. It is pretty nice feature.

  • @bustercampillo1076
    @bustercampillo1076 4 роки тому

    Does this timer work with led grow lights Mars hydro ts600? Some leds stay dimmed with regular plug timers.

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      I think you should be good as the Defiant timer is compatible with incandescent, LED and CFL bulbs. One note is you do need a neutral wire which isn't always ran to the switch you are replacing with the defiant. Good luck on the project.

  • @ourchurchlove9401
    @ourchurchlove9401 3 роки тому

    I am unable to set the program. For some reason it will not come on my timer for me to set. I have tried several times to reset the timer, with good success. But I cannot program it for every they. Help

  • @donhays1767
    @donhays1767 2 роки тому

    How do I turn the RND function on?

  • @joebrandt2246
    @joebrandt2246 4 роки тому

    How do you change from military time to regular time?

  • @AdrienBCaldwell
    @AdrienBCaldwell 4 роки тому

    Hi, thanks for this video. I have the same timer. After I set the timer I see "AUTO" in the bottom left and then it says "OFF" in the bottom right. I see that yours says the same thing. After I set my timer the lights didn't come on. But when I pressed the white door flap on the bottom while it was in the closed position the "OFF" in the bottom right went to "ON" and then my lights came on. Is this what has to be done for the timer to work at my programmed settings? Or does this just leave the lights on permanently until I press that door/button again?

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      Hey ABC, the “Auto” should indicate your timer settings is activated. The “Off” you see is simply the current state of the switch. If the clock time hits your set time this will move to “ON” or you can manually control the switch like you mentioned. You did mention you have waited for the correct time to pass and the switch didn’t turn on?

    • @AdrienBCaldwell
      @AdrienBCaldwell 4 роки тому

      @@EverydayHomeRepairs Thanks for such a prompt reply. I live in a duplex and have two timers that control holiday lights outside. There are two units and I got one to work perfectly but ours didn't come on today until I pressed the door flap while in the closed position again. I'll probably have to try again and reset it.

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      @@AdrienBCaldwell yeah I would go through another attempt to set the timer as you know the switch is actually working since you can turn on/off manually. Maybe something didn't save and the On time isn't set to dusk/desired time. Best of luck!

  • @adelmousa2743
    @adelmousa2743 2 роки тому

    What about if the box doesn't have neutral line

  • @realtalk7704
    @realtalk7704 3 роки тому

    What about if all you have is white and black and ground

  • @Alex-oq8kj
    @Alex-oq8kj 4 роки тому

    Nice video. Any idea how you can add a dimmer switch to this unit? I have a 3 switch like yours, but 1 of the switches is for an old outlet I removed and is now dead. I’d like to make that a dimmer for the lights connected to the programmable unit

    • @Guillotines_For_Globalists
      @Guillotines_For_Globalists Рік тому

      Install dimmer connected with the LOAD terminal and wire your light fixture to the dimmer. Basically the Defiant timer switch will provide power to the dimmer switch rather than the lighting circuit directly. Seems like that would work perfectly to me.

  • @johngiunta4553
    @johngiunta4553 4 роки тому

    Got home the lights were not on do you think I have the line and load reversed

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      Hmmm, if you press the on/off button do the lights turn on and off? This would be independent of the timer and be a good test to see if the wiring is correct.

    • @johngiunta4553
      @johngiunta4553 4 роки тому +1

      Thanks reverse the wire now it works thanks for the help

    • @EverydayHomeRepairs
      @EverydayHomeRepairs  4 роки тому

      @@johngiunta4553 Great!

  • @nashramzy4311
    @nashramzy4311 2 роки тому +1

    It will be much better if the color of the wires are clear, with your video, all wires look like painted in white. So it's not clear what you are doing

  • @emilianofuentes9107
    @emilianofuentes9107 4 роки тому

    Somebody help with a instructions on spanish..???