Aube by Honeywell TI035/U Solar Time Table, Programmable Timer Switch, White
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Aube by Honeywell TI035/U Solar Time Table, Programmable Timer Switch, White
Customer Review: Battery-free. Good customer service.
Summary: 5 Stars
I have used Intermatic timer switches for 10 years, with great deal of frustration. The switch dies way too easily. Then the new ones require expensive battery, and again they quit as well. But Intermatic is all I can find in the big box retailers. I am glad that I found this Honeywell Aube switch on the web. It offers the same features as the Intermatic, and hopefully lasts longer.
The installation is straight forward, if you have the instructions at hand. I feel that the Intermatic setup is more intuitive, and hope that the Aube product designer can improve on this point. Especially on the entry of time zone, you better keep the instructions for future reference. But hopefully I don't need to install another one as frequently as the Intermatic. So I do not deduct a star for it.
One thing I like about this switch is that it does not need backup battery. One less thing to maintain.
I had question about the 3-wire installation, and called the Aube customer service. I was skeptical because I could never talk to anyone at Intermatic. But, pleasant surprise. The Aube staff explained to me that as long as I ground the neutral wire, the switch will work, even though it is against the "code". It has been working fine for a month now. I am happy that I don't need to check every night whether the outdoor lights are on.
Customer Review: Be Careful You Buy the Correct Model
Summary: 2 Stars
Be sure to check your wiring before you order this product. I bought this item from Amazon and attempted to install but soon realized I only had a 2-wire connection in the electrical box. This unit has a white, black and blue wire and all three need to be connected per their diagram. You can do an internet search on the model and view installation..once you remove the unit from its plastic packaging Amazon will not accept your return.
Customer Review: Bought two of 'em. One died after a few days.
Summary: 4 Stars
Even Honeywell errs once in a while. :) Nice switch.
The seller ( BargainBulbs ) sent a new unit asap.
Customer Review: Ditch the Home Depot Intermatic ones, buy this!
Summary: 4 Stars
I'd installed three Intermatic solar timers from Home Depot and had to uninstall and throw them all away within a year or two. Unfortunately, the big-box stores only sell the Intermatic ones. Despite the digital display, they have a mechanical movement that always breaks.
The Aube timers are all-electronic. They work and keep on working. The onlky downside I know is that they're a little complicated to set up, but it's worth it for a product that works as advertised, without trouble.
Customer Review: Easy to program but no battery back-up
Summary: 4 Stars
This unit was much easier to program than the Intermatic timer switch. Unlike the Intermatic, you can simply enter your latitude and longitude which are provided in the instructions. The instructions were MUCH easier than the Intermatic timer. The buttons are easier to press and nicely spaced. It works well w. CFL bulbs w. no flicker when turned off. Corrects for daylight savings time. However, this unit has no battery back-up so if you lose power, you will probably have to reprogram. Can be programmed to turn on at dusk and off at dawn everyday. It can also be programmed to turn on at different times on a day to day basis. It corrects for daylight savings time as well. Wiring was a breeze. Excellent product. Would have given it 5 stars if it had a battery back-up.