Intermatic timer quit working - FIXED

[newbie2017]

We are new pool owners. Few months ago the timer quit working and we have been manually turning it on/off using the lever in timer. My husband thinks that there is not enough force for the tripper to turn the pump on/off when the dial reaches the desired time.

When I look through the "visual motor inspect" hole, I do not see anything moving. I can hear ticking sounds near the timer. Recorded it, but it is a .wav file and it is not allowed.

Is this something we can fix or should we call in a pool guy?

Thanks

 

[Meadow]

Re: Intermatic timer quit working

Ticking sound means the clock motor is running. If the trippers are in good shape then I would assume a worn out or internal mechanical failure which might cost more than replacing the whole timer of the same model.

It might be cheaper to replace just the T104 timer and use the same enclosure. But I would suggest calling in an electrician if you're not confident working around with electricity.

 

[newbie2017]

Re: Intermatic timer quit working

Thank you.

 

[jodiboyd]

Re: Intermatic timer quit working

I had the same issue about a month ago. I purchased the replacement Intermatic timer from Home Depot and was able to install it myself in about 30 minutes.

Be sure to turn off the breaker at the main fuse box.

Before disconnecting any wiring take the time to take a couple photographs and note where each wire was connected. I personally like to identify and tag each wire.

If you or your husband are comfortable changing a light switch or outlet then you will be able to handle this on your own without hiring an electrician.

Attached are a couple photos (as an example) of how I identified everything before disconnecting the wires and removing the old timer.

After detaching the wiring the timer mechanism is easily removed from my enclosure box by removing a few screws.

Hope this helps.

 

[newbie2017]

Re: Intermatic timer quit working

Husband speaking: Are there any electronic timers available instead of these mechanical timers?

 

[ajw22]

Re: Intermatic timer quit working

Husband speaking: Are there any electronic timers available instead of these mechanical timers?

Intermatic makes electronc versions of their mechanical timers. What model number is your timer?

ET1115C - Intermatic


https://www.intermatic.com/-/media/inriver/5302-8357.ashx/ETPortfolio-CrossReference-EN

 

[sktn77a]

Re: Intermatic timer quit working

Only issue with electronic timers is that they are very sensitive to power surges and lightning. The old mechanical ones are virtually indestructable and should last at least 20 years.

 

[newbie2017]

Re: Intermatic timer quit working

Thank you. We replaced the timer and it works!