STATUS Timer Switch Square | 24 Hour Segment Timer Light Switch | White UK Plug | S24HRSQT4

It functions fine but doesn’t keep time good, i am always resting the time

This is an excellent time switch - if used correctly!It does actually keep perfect time, which is great.Those complaining about the lack of a marker should look for the clear pointer, shown in the advertising photo around 17.00. It was very clear to me, even with my 60 odd year old eyes!Those complaining about a lack of instructions! - Push the tabs away from you (towards the timer body) when facing the timer to mark 'ON' times and pull tabs towards you (away from the timer) to mark 'OFF' times.There may be a struggle to set time markers when they are right next to the time pointer - to do this just rotate the dial a little then set to the correct time again when complete.Those complaining that this timer stops switching - watch out for the power handling ability of this time switch.It will switch a maximum of "480 Watts of inductive load"."Inductive loads" are things that have motors, fans, coils etc in them, like washing machines, tumble dryers and some heaters.So no hooking up to fan heaters that are over this 480 Watts or you'll burn/weld the contacts inside the timer, causing the switching to fail. This is normal for these sort of timers - not a fault with it!The timer has a handy switch on the side which bypasses the timing mechanism and makes the output 'ON' until switched back by the user. The timer obviously keeps perfect time whilst this switch is in either position.The switch relies on mains power for timing operation, there is no back up if mains is not present, so the timer will need adjusting to the correct time again in the event of a power cut.This is a no nonsense, reliable timer, provided it is used correctly.I simply wanted this to switch several sets of Christmas lights (via a mains extension panel) and it has worked flawlessly for me.Thoroughly recommend - great price too!

I read the useful reviews before buying - the timer is a great size, it means any plug with a large transformer (such as a Christmas set of lights) fits without a problem. Kept time all over Christmas.Yes it does make a noise but it was in another room so didn't worry us.

I have been using this item for some weeks now and contrary to some comments I found it pretty easy to set up and use. However some segments stopped working, which means my device is not switch on when I'd like it to.

No problems All working as described