Daily Time Switch

H5L
Easy Programming with Large LCD Display
and Interactive Functions
• Programming for 24 hrs x 7 days using just five switches.
• Twenty-four program steps available.
• Power supply freely selectable from 100 to 240 VAC. 96 mm
• 15 A control outputs from first and second circuits.
• Manual ON/OFF switching for control output without changing
the program.
• Memory protection during power failure for up to 10 years.
• Cycle operation possible.
• Multiple-day operation. 96 mm
• Surface, flush, or track mounting.

Ordering Information
Wiring Backup power supply function for memory No. of program steps Model
protection
Screw terminals Provided (approx. 10 years at 25°C) 24 (Each ON or OFF is considered to be one step.) H5L-A

Specifications
■ Time Ranges
Rated time Time setting range Time division
24 hrs x 7 days 00:00 to 23:59 1 min

■ Ratings
Rated supply voltage 100 to 240 VAC (50/60 Hz)
Operating voltage range 85% to 110% of rated supply voltage
Power consumption Approx. 4 VA at 240 VAC
Control outputs 15 A at 250 VAC, resistive load at 50°C
12 A at 250 VAC, resistive load at 55°C
Minimum applied load: 100 mA at 5 VDC (failure level: P, reference value)

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■ Characteristics
Accuracy of operating time ±0.01% ±0.05 s max. (see note 1)
Setting error
Influence of voltage
Influence of temperature
Cyclic error ±15 s per month (at 25°C)
Insulation resistance 100 MΩ min.
Dielectric strength 2,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min (between current-carrying terminals and exposed non-current-carrying
metal parts and between control power supply circuit and contact control output circuits)
1,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min (between non-continuous contacts)
Vibration resistance Destruction: 10 to 55 Hz with 0.75-mm double amplitude
Malfunction: 10 to 55 Hz with 0.5-mm double amplitude
Shock resistance Destruction: 300 m/s2 (approx. 30G)
Malfunction: 100 m/s2 (approx. 10G)
Ambient temperature Operating: –10°C to 55°C
Ambient humidity Operating: 35% to 85%
Life expectancy 100,000 operations min. (15 A at 250 VAC, resistive load)
Approved standards UL (File No. E52800), CSA (File No. LR22310)
Weight Approx. 350 g

Note: The overall error, which includes repeat accuracy, setting error, and variations due to changes in voltage and temperature, is ±0.01% or
±0.05 s max. The accuracy of ±0.01% also indicates the error in the time interval of the set time.

Engineering Data
Ambient Operating Temperature and Carry Current
Note that the upper limit of the ambient operating temperature
lowers when a large carry current is being applies as shown below.
Upper limit of ambient temperature (°C)

Carry current AC/DC (A)

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Nomenclature
LCD Mode Key

Write Key

Plus Key
Note: This figure shows the LCD section with all display items
Minus Key being displayed on the screen.

Cycle Key Manual override switch

Key Operation
Key Name Function
Mode Key
Changes program mode

Write Key To write the set data using the Plus and/or Minus Key.
Reads out the set program.

Plus Key Changes “day of week” while setting day of week.

Changes “hours” or “minutes” while setting current time.
When the Plus Key is held down, the displayed digit increments continuously; when the Minus Key is held
Minus Key down, it decrements continuously.
When specifying output.
The Plus Key specifies output ON while the Minus Key specifies output OFF.
Note that if the same key is pressed twice, the output specification becomes invalid; neither ON nor OFF is
set.
Cycle Key Specifies the cycle program. Pressing this key twice causes the set cycle program to be cleared.

Manual override ON: Turns ON output regardless of program

switch RUN: Executes program
OFF: Turns OFF output regardless of program
First and second circuit can be operated independently.

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Operation
■ Programming
The H5L Weekly Timer has the following six program modes. Use Setting Multiple-day Operation
the Mode Key to change the modes. Use the Write Key, Plus Key,
Minus Key, and Cycle Key for programming in each mode. Example for Turning ON Circuit 1 Every Day from Monday to Friday
at 11:50 pm and Turning Circuit 1 OFF at 3:00 am the Next Morning
Mode Change Sequence Programming Details
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

To set the current time in the order of "day of week",

Current "hour" and "minute".
time 23:50 3:00
setting 1. Press the Mode Key for longer than 1 s to put
the H5L in "TIM ADJ" mode.
2. Set "DAY OF WEEK" using the Plus and/or 1. Use the procedure First circuit operation setting given at the left to
Minus Keys. Then press the Write Key to set the ON time to 23:50 and the OFF time to 3:00.
write the set weekday. 2. Use the procedure First circuit weekday setting given at the left to
3. Set "hour" using the Plus and/or Minus Keys. set Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Then press the Write Key to write the set
hour.
4. Set "minute" using Plus and/or Minus Keys. Cycle Program
Then press the Write Key to write the set
minute. In the H5L, the cycle program can be used to repeat ON and OFF of
First
output for a certain period in a predetermined cycle. A cycle program
To specify first circuit operation in the order of
circuit "hour", "minute", and "output ON or OFF" consists of the following four steps:
operation Start time, ON time, OFF time, Stop time
setting 1. Press the Mode Key to put the H5L in "PROG
1" mode.
2. Set "hour" using the Plus and/or Minus Keys.
Then press the Write Key to write the set
hour.Set minute" using the Plus and/or Minus
Keys. Then press the Write Key to write the set
minute.
3. Specify "ON" or "OFF" of output using the Plus
or Minus Key and press the Write Key to write
the set output specification.
In this manner, set ON time and OFF
Setting A Cycle Program
time as many times as necessary.
Set the four steps of the cycle program in the following procedure.
First To set for each weekday whether the program for the first
circuit circuit set in the previous step is to be executed or not.
weekday 1. Press the Mode Key to put the H5L in "PROG 1" Setting Set the "hour" and "minute" of start
setting start time using the Plus and/or Minus Key.
"DAY SET" mode.
time
2. Press the Plus Key to run the first circuit and
press the Minus Key for it not to run.
3. Press the Write Key to change day of week.
Setting Set the ON time of the cycle frequency
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for Sunday to Saturday. ON in the order of "hour" and "minute".
time

Second To specify second circuit operation in the order of "hour", Set the OFF time of the cycle frequency
circuit Setting
"minute", and "output ON or OFF" OFF in the order of "hour" and "minute".
operation
setting 1. Press the Mode Key to put the H5L in "PROG 2" time
mode.
2. Proceed with the settings in the same manner as in
Setting
the first circuit operation setting above. stop Set the stop time of the cycle program.
time
Second To set for each weekday whether the program for the
circuit second circuit set in the previous steps is to be executed
weekday or not. Normal On completing settings for the four
setting
1. Press the Mode Key to put the H5L in "PROG 2" "DAY program steps, the H5L returns automatically
mode to normal program mode.
SET" mode.
2. Proceed with the settings in the same manner as in
the first circuit operation setting above.
Cautions on Using Cycle Programs
Run the H5L using the set program. In RUN mode, the 1. When the current time is included within the set cycle period, the
current time and output status are displayed but the cycle operation starts (output turns ON) on completing the cycle
RUN
operation mode is not displayed. After starting the H5L, the
colon between the hour" and minute" blinks to indicate program setting (when stop time is written).
that time count is in execution. 2. When any of the following occurs during a cycle period, the cycle
operation restarts from output ON.
Note: The H5L operates in accordance with the program already set
Recovery after power failure
even while another program is being set. The output status display Current time adjustment
( etc.) during programming displays the setting being Change of start or stop time of the cycle program during
programmed. Therefore, note that the output status displayed on operation. For this reason, if the cycle programs for the first and
the LCD may not agree with the actual output status. second circuits are set in such a manner that outputs 1 and 2
have a phase difference, note that the phase difference is
changed when any of the abovementioned conditions occur as
shown in the example below. (Therefore, it is recommended that
cycle programs are used sequentially.)

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Recovery after
power failure

Note: Refer to "Programming Output 1 and 2 start

simultaneously
Example".
3. The cycle period (from start time to stop time) does not need to
be a multiple of the cycle frequency (ON time plus OFF time). The
cycle period can be set within a range of 1 min to 24 hrs.
4. ON time as well as OFF time can be set within a range of 1 min to
23 hrs 59 min.

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Deleting Programming
1. Deleting from Normal Operation Programs (ON Time/OFF 2. Deleting from Cyclic Programs
Time) Four steps will be simultaneously deleted from the cyclic program
Call up the output display for the program to be deleted by if the program is called up and then the Cycle and Write Keys are
pressing the Write Key. The minus sign (–) for the output point will pressed in order. The start time display will remain, but the
flash. program will be deleted.
Next, change the display to disable the output using the Plus and
Minus Keys. For NC contacts, press the Plus Key and for NO
contacts, press the Minus Key. The connecting bar above the
contacts will disappear and the display will flash to indicate that
the output has been displayed. If the Write Key is pressed at this
time, the step will be deleted.

■ LCD Display
LCD Display (Display Example in Each Mode)
Since the H5L employs interactive programming, the program mode and setting data are displayed on the LCD.
Display Mode Display data Display Mode Display data
RUN Current day of week: Second The second circuit turns ON
Monday operation time Sunday to Thursday
Current time:10:11 setting (operation by the set
First circuit: OFF program is executed). It
Second circuit: ON turns OFF on Friday and
Saturday (operation by the
set program stops).

Current time Current day of week: Second The second circuit turns ON
setting Tuesday Weekday Sunday to Thursday
Current time: 9:31 setting (operation by the set
program is executed). It
turns OFF on Friday and
Saturday (operation by the
set program stops).

First operation The first circuit turns on at Cycle Program The first circuit starts cycle
time setting 8:15 setting operation at 1:10 (for
details, refer to Cycle
Program).

First weekday The first circuit turns OFF Memory over Indicates that all 24
setting on Sunday and Saturday program steps have been
(operation by the set written (on writing the 24th
program stops). It turns ON step, the data set for the first
Monday to Friday (operation step is displayed on the
by the set program is LCD).
executed).

Note: Meaning of output status indications

:Output ON, ; Output OFF, : Invalid (if an invalid instruction is written to a step, that step will be cleared.)

■ Programming Example
Be sure to create a timing chart before programming.

Operating Timing Chart

First Circuit

Second Circuit

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Example
ON and OFF Programs
Cyclic Programs
In this example, the first circuit is programmed to turn ON at 7:40 and OFF at 19:30. This circuit is operated from Monday through Friday and
stopped on Saturday and Sunday.
The second circuit is cyclically operated with each parameter set as follows:
Start time: 6:50
ON time: 5 min
OFF time: 20 min
Stop time: 20:30
The second circuit is stopped from operating on Sunday and operated from Monday through Saturday. The current time is assumed to be 11:15
a.m. on Tuesday.

Writing Program
Even while being programmed, the timer generates output according to the previous program. If you don’t want an unexpected operation of output
relay, turn on (or off) the manual switch.
In the figure, the indicators and digits shown in are blinking.

1. Setting Current Time

To set the current time, "day of the week", "hour", and "minute" must be specified.
First, turn on the power to the H5L.
The contents of the memory are cleared on power-up and the TIM ADJ indicator is displayed as
shown on the left.As an example, set the time to 11:15 on Tuesday.

Start by setting the day of the week. The blinking indicator indicates the parameter that can be set.
Set the current day of the week to Tuesday by pressing the Plus or Minus Key.

When "TUE" is displayed, press the Write Key to store the current day of the week in memory. The
"hour" indicator will begin to flash and the day of the week" indicator will stop flashing.

Set the current hour to 11 by pressing the Plus or Minus Key, followed by the Write Key.

At this time, the "minute" indicator will blink. Set the current minute to 15 by pressing the Plus or
Minus Key, followed by the Write Key.

This completes the current time setting.

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2. First Circuit Operation Setting
To program the operation of the first circuit, "hour", "minute", and "output" must be specified.
Press the Mode Key to place the H5L into PROG 1 mode. The display will be as shown on the left.

Since the first circuit is to be turned ON at 7:40, set the "hour" to 7 by pressing the Plus or Minus
Key and then store it in memory by using the Write Key.

The "minute" will start blinking. Set it to 40 by using the Plus or Minus Key and store it in memory
by pressing the Write Key.

Now, the output status indicator will blink. Set the output to the ON state with the Plus Key
followed by the Write Key.
(If the Plus Key is pressed twice at this time, the display will give an invalid indication, and if the
Write Key is pressed, this program will be deleted.)

The display returns to the initial state as shown on the left and waits for the next program command to be input.

Since the first circuit should be turned OFF at 19:30, set the hour to 19 and the minute to 30 by
using the Plus or Minus Key and then the Write Key.

The output status indicator starts blinking. Set the output to the OFF state using the Minus Key and
store it in memory by pressing the Write Key.

The display returns to the initial state and waits for the next program command to be input. Now let us turn
to the setting of the "day of the week".

3. Fist Circuit Day-of-the-week Setting

By pressing the Mode Key, place the H5L into DAY SET mode.
The display will be as shown on the left.
Press the Plus Key to operate the first circuit on a particular day of the week and press the Minus Key to stop it.
The reverse video (i.e., white characters on a black background) of the day-of-the-week indicators means that
the first circuit is operated on that day. The day on which circuit operation is stopped is indicated by bold
indicators. Initially, the circuit is set to operates on all the days of the week and the SUN indicator blinks.

In this example, since circuit operation is to be stopped on Sunday, select SUN and press the Minus Key, then
store the setting in memory by pressing the Write Key.

The MON indicator will start blinking. Press the Write Key, until the SAT indicator blinks.

Since the first circuit is not to be operated on Saturday, press the Minus Key followed by the Write Key.

The SUN indicator will start blinking again. This completes the setting of all the days of the week for the
first circuit.

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4. Second Circuit Operation Setting
Press the Mode Key to place the H5L into PROG 2 mode. The display appears as shown on the left.

In this example, as the second circuit is to be cyclically operated, specify the cycle program by
pressing the Cycle Key.

Select the start time by setting the hour to 6 and the minute to 50 using pressing the Plus or Minus Key.
Write each set value by pressing the Write Key.

The timer will now wait for you to set the ON time (5 min in this example).

Press the Write Key to select 0 hrs, then use the Plus or Minus Keys followed by the Write Key to select 5 min.

The timer will now wait for the OFF time to be set (20 min in this example).

Press the Write Key to select 0 hrs, then use the Plus or Minus Keys followed by the Write Key to select 20 min.

The timer will now wait for the cyclic circuit operation stop time to be set (20:30 in this example).

Set the hour to 20 using the Plus or Minus Keys, then press the Write Key. Set the minutes to 30 and press the
Write Key again.

The programming of the cyclic operation is now complete. The timer will wait for input of a new program as shown.
We will now have to set the day of the week for the second circuit.

5. Second Circuit Day-of-the Week Setting

Press the Mode Key to place the H5L into PROG 2, DAY WET mode. Initially, all days of the week are selected
(shown by reverse video) and the SUN indicator will be flashing.

In our example, the second circuit is to be operated on all days except Sunday. To inhibit Sunday operation,
press the Minus Key while the SUN indicator is flashing. The circuit will now be operated only from Monday to
Saturday.

All of the parameters have now been programmed for this example. Press the Mode Key to place the timer
into RUN mode. The display will be as shown (assuming five minutes have elapsed while programming). The
output status indicators indicate the status of each of the circuit.

Note: Set manual override switches 1 and 2 to RUN.

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Dimensions
Note: All units are in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.

H5L-A
56.5
96
42
6 14.5
4

96 12
35.3 91.9

M3.5
terminal
screws

Dimensions Panel Cutout Mounting Bracket (Included)

Dimensions

59.8 (See note 1)

68.5 (See note 2)

Note: 1. When using mounting track

PFP-100N or PFP-50N.
2. When using mounting track
PFP-100N2.

Dimensions Panel Cutout Mounting Bracket (Included)

Two, M4 taps

Mounting bracket

Panel

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■ Accessories (Order Separately)
Front Cover 16
42
Y92A-96A

Mounting Track (Meets DIN EN 50022)

PFP-100N/PFP-50N

Note: 1. This dimension is 15 mm on both ends in the

case of the PFP-100N but on one end in the
(See note) (See note) case of the PFP-50N.
(See note 2)
2. The length l of each mounting track is shown
PFP-100N2 in this table.
Twelve,-25 × 4.5 elliptic holes (See note 2) 3. A total of twelve 25 × 4.5 elliptic holes are
provided, with six holes cut from each end of
the track at a pitch of 10 mm between holes.

(See note)

PFP-100N 1m
PFP-50N 50 cm
PFP-100N2 1m

Installation
■ Connections
Connect the power supply between terminals A and B, the load for
the first circuit between terminals G and H, and the load for the
second circuit between terminals E and F. Terminals C and D are
no connects.

Note: To each load, connect the power supply for load.

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Safety Precautions
Refer to Safety Precautions for All Timers.
Surface Mounting
!CAUTION • Use a straight mounting bracket to surface mount the unit.
Tighten terminal screws to the specified torque of approx.
0.8 N·m (maximum torque: 0.98 N·m). Loose screws may
occasionally cause fires or malfunction.
The Time Switch contains a lithium battery (explosion-
proof). Do not disassemble the Time Switch, deform the
Time Switch under pressure, heat the Time Switch to
above 100°C, or incinerate the Time Switch. Doing any of
these may result in fire or battery rupture.

■ Precautions for Safe Use

Observe all of the following precautions to maintain safety.
1. The Time Switch is not waterproof or oil resistant. Do not use it in
locations subject to water or oil.
2. Use the following wire to wire the Time Switch: 600-V vinyl- Track Mounting
insulated wire (solid wire or twisted wire, copper), 14 to 24 AWG • Hook the upper part on the rear surface to the upper edge of the
3. Do not connect more than two crimp terminals to each Time mounting track and press the unit down.
Switch terminal.
(1) (2)
4. None of the Time Switch components are user-replaceable,
including the battery.

■ Precautions for Correct Use

Be sure that the capacity of the power supply is large enough, • To remove the Timer Switch from the DIN Track, pull
otherwise the Time Switch may not start due to the inrush current down on the yellow lever at the back of the Timer
(approx. 3 A) that flows for an instant when the power to the Time Switch.
Switch is turned ON.

ON Current and Ambient Temperature Wiring Yellow lever

(Reference Values) Wiring From the Rear

• Perform wiring from the rear of
If the ON current is too large, the upper limit to the ambient operating the unit when the unit is flush
temperature must be reduced as shown in the following diagram. mounted.
60
Upper limit to ambient operating temperature (°C)

M3.5
terminal screws
55

Both circuits ON simultaneously

50

Wiring From the Front

40
• Perform wiring from the front of
the unit when the unit is track
or surface mounted.

0 5 10 12 15 20

ON Current (A AC or DC)

Mounting Dimensions
Flush Mounting
• Use a U-shaped mounting bracket to flush mount the unit. Wiring Procedure
1. Loosen the screw on the left
side of the front.
2. Slide the upper part of the unit
approx. 15 mm upward.
3. After the terminals appear,
perform wiring.
4. Return the upper part of the
unit to the original position and
tighten the screw.
Note: Screw tightening torque: 0.98 N·m max.

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ALL DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN MILLIMETERS.

To convert millimeters into inches, multiply by 0.03937. To convert grams into ounces, multiply by 0.03527.

In the interest of product improvement, specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Safety Precautions for All Timers
Refer to the Safety Precautions for individual Timers for precautions specific to each Timer.
• Normal operation may not be possible in locations subject to
!WARNING sulfidizing gas, such as in sewer systems or waste incinerators.
OMRON does not market any Timers or other control devices for
The following Timers contain lithium batteries that are operation in atmospheres containing sulfidizing gas. Seal the Timer
not explosion proof. so that sulfidizing gas will not enter it. If sealing is not possible,
OMRON does provide special Timers with improved resistance to
sulfidizing gas. Ask your OMRON representative for details.
1. Timers with Built-in Batteries: H5L
The Timer contains a lithium battery, which may occasionally
ignite or rupture. Do not disassemble, deform under pressure, Power Supply
heat to 100°C or higher, or incinerate the Timer.
• Be sure that the voltage applied is within the specified range,
2. Timers with Replaceable Batteries: Y92S-20 (for H5CN-M) otherwise the internal elements of the Timer may be damaged.
The battery may occasionally rupture, ignite, or leak fluid. Do
• Install a switch or circuit breaker that allows the operator to
not short the positive and negative terminals. Do not charge,
immediately turn OFF the power, and label it to clearly indicate its
disassemble, deform under pressure, or throw the battery into a
function.
fire. If a non-specified battery is used, the battery may leak fluid
or rupture, occasionally resulting in equipment failure or minor • Maintain voltage fluctuations
injury. Use only the specified battery. in the power supply within Allowable
the specified range. Voltage Range

!CAUTION
The following Timers contain lithium batteries that are • Use a commercial power supply for the power supply voltage input
explosion proof. to models with AC inputs.
Inverters with an output frequency of 50/60 Hz are available, but
Timers with Built-in Batteries: H5BR, H5AN-4DM, H5S, H5F, and the rise in the internal temperature of the Timer may result in
H4KV ignition or burning. Do not use an inverter output for the power
supply of the Timer.
The Timer contains a lithium battery, which may occasionally
ignite or rupture. Do not disassemble, deform under pressure, • The Timers listed below cannot be directly turned ON and OFF by
heat to 100°C or higher, or incinerate the Timer. using an AC 2-wire proximity sensor to turn the Timer's power
supply ON and OFF.
Use the following countermeasure when using an AC 2-wire
■ Precautions for Safe Use proximity sensor with the Timer. (The power supply circuit in the
Timer uses half-wave rectification. Only a half AC wave is supplied
to the proximity sensor, which may cause operation to be unstable.)
Operating Environment Applicable Models
• Use the Timer within the ratings specified for ambient operating H3Y, H3YN, H3RN, H3CA-8, RD2P, and H3CR(-A, -A8, -AP, -F, and
temperature and ambient operating humidity for each model. -G)
• Store the Timer with the specified temperature range for each
model. If the Timer has been stored at a temperature of less than
Countermeasure
−10°C, allow the Timer to stand at room temperature for at least 3 Wire through a relay and use the relay contacts to turn the power
hours before using it. supply ON and OFF.
• Use the Timer within the performance specified for water and oil Confirm the stability of operation after making the connections.
exposure for each model. • Install protective measures (such as earth leakage breakers, wiring
• Do not use the Timer in locations subject to shock and vibration. breakers, or fuses) on the power supply side according to any
Long-term usage in such locations may damage the Timer due to applicable laws or regulations.
stress.
Magnetic contactors generate a shock of 1,000 to 2,000 m/s2 when
switching a load. When mounting to DIN Track, separate magnetic
contactors from the Timer so that the Timer is not subjected to
vibration and shock. Use anti-vibration rubber.
• Do not use the Timer in locations subject to excessive dust,
corrosive gases, or direct sunlight.
• Do not use organic solvents (such as paint thinner or benzine),
strong alkalis, or strong acids because they will damage the
external finish of the Timer.
• Separate the input devices, input wiring, and Timer as far as
possible from sources of noise and power lines carrying noise.
• When using the Timer in environments subject to large amounts of
static electricity (e.g., pipes carrying molding materials, powders, or
fluid materials), separate the Timer as far as possible from the
sources of static electricity.
• Do not remove the external case from the Timer.
• Do not use the Timer in locations where condensation may occur
due to high humidity or sudden temperature changes.
Condensation inside the Timer may result in malfunction or
damage to Timer elements.
• The life of internal parts may be reduced if Timers are mounted in
close proximity to each other.
• Resin and rubber parts (e.g., rubber packing) may deteriorate,
shrink, or harden depending on the operating environment (e.g.,
subjected to corrosive gases, ultraviolet light, or high
temperatures). We recommend periodic inspection and
replacement.

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Correctly Handling Input Signals Other Precautions
Malfunction due to noise may occur if input wiring is placed in the • Confirm that you have the correct model before using it.
same duct or conduit as power lines or high-voltage lines. Separate • Be sure that all terminals are wired correctly.
input wiring from power lines and wire them in a separate system. • Always test the output status with a tester before using a Timer with
Also, use shielded cables, use metal conduits, and keep wiring a built-in keep relay (e.g., the H3CR-H and H3DE-H). Shock
distances as short as possible. resulting from dropping the Timer during transport or handling may
cause the output contacts to reverse or to be in a neutral status.
Timers with Relays • Leaving the Timer with outputs ON at a high temperature for a long
time may hasten the degradation of internal parts (such as
• Do not connect a load that exceeds contact ratings, such as the electrolytic capacitors). Use the Timer in combination with relays
switching capacity (contact voltage or contact current). Insulation and avoid leaving the Timer with the output turned ON for an
faults, contact welding, contact faults, and other failures to achieve extended period of time (e.g., for more than a month).
specified performance may occur and the relay may be damaged or Reference Example (Use the Timer as shown below.)
may burn.
• Continued use with deteriorated performance may ultimately result
in insulation breakdown between circuits or relay burning. The life X2/b T/a X1/a X1/a
of the built-in relay is greatly affected by switching conditions.
Before using the Timer, test operation under actual application
conditions and confirm that the switching frequency presents no T X1 X2 X Auxiliary relay
problems in performance. (e.g., MY Relays)
• Electrical life depends on the type of load, switching frequency, and • Be sure that only a qualified worker (e.g., an electrical engineer)
ambient environment. Observe the following precautions when performs electrical work for the Timer.
using the Timer. When switching a DC load, contact transfer may
cause the contacts to stick or may cause contact failure. Confirm
applicability and consider using a surge absorbing element. When
switching at high frequencies, heat generated by arcing may cause
contacts to melt or may cause metal corrosion. Consider
connecting an arc absorbing element, reducing the switching
frequency, or lowering the humidity.
• The surge current depends on the type of load, which also affects
contact switching frequency and the number of operations. Check
the rated current and the surge current, and design the circuits with
sufficient margin.

Resistive load Solenoid load Motor load Incandescent

lamp load
Rated current 10 to 20 times 5 to 10 times 10 to 20 times
the rated the rated the rated
current current current

Sodium light Capacitor Transformer Mercury light

loads loads loads loads
1 to 3 times the 20 to 40 times 5 to 15 times 1 to 3 times the
rated load the rated load the rated load rated load

• Arcing when switching and relay heating may result in ignition or

explosion. Do not use the Timer in atmospheres subject to
inflammable or explosive gases.
• Contact faults may occur. Do not use the Timer in atmospheres
subject to sulfidizing gas, chloride gas, or silicon gas.
• The switching capacity for DC voltage loads is lower than that for
AC voltage loads.

Timers with Non-contact Outputs

• Short faults or open faults may occur due to destruction of the
output element. Do not use the Timer for a load that exceeds the
rated output current.
• Short faults or open faults may occur due to destruction of the
output element from reverse electromotive force. When using the
Timer for a DC inductive load, always connect a diode as a
countermeasure against reverse electromotive force.

ALL DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN MILLIMETERS.

To convert millimeters into inches, multiply by 0.03937. To convert grams into ounces, multiply by 0.03527.

In the interest of product improvement, specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Warranty and Limitations of Liability

WARRANTY
OMRON's exclusive warranty is that the products are free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year (or other period if
specified) from date of sale by OMRON.

OMRON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY, OR

FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCTS. ANY BUYER OR USER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE BUYER OR USER ALONE HAS
DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCTS WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THEIR INTENDED USE. OMRON DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
OMRON SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS, OR COMMERCIAL
LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCTS, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR
STRICT LIABILITY.

In no event shall responsibility of OMRON for any act exceed the individual price of the product on which liability is asserted.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OMRON BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WARRANTY, REPAIR, OR OTHER CLAIMS REGARDING THE PRODUCTS UNLESS
OMRON'S ANALYSIS CONFIRMS THAT THE PRODUCTS WERE PROPERLY HANDLED, STORED, INSTALLED, AND MAINTAINED AND NOT
SUBJECT TO CONTAMINATION, ABUSE, MISUSE, OR INAPPROPRIATE MODIFICATION OR REPAIR.

Application Considerations
SUITABILITY FOR USE
OMRON shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes, or regulations that apply to the combination of products in the customer's
application or use of the product.

At the customer's request, OMRON will provide applicable third party certification documents identifying ratings and limitations of use that apply to the
products. This information by itself is not sufficient for a complete determination of the suitability of the products in combination with the end product,
machine, system, or other application or use.

The following are some examples of applications for which particular attention must be given. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible
uses of the products, nor is it intended to imply that the uses listed may be suitable for the products:

• Outdoor use, uses involving potential chemical contamination or electrical interference, or conditions or uses not described in this catalog.

• Nuclear energy control systems, combustion systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, medical equipment, amusement machines, vehicles, safety
equipment, and installations subject to separate industry or government regulations.

• Systems, machines, and equipment that could present a risk to life or property.

Please know and observe all prohibitions of use applicable to the products.

NEVER USE THE PRODUCTS FOR AN APPLICATION INVOLVING SERIOUS RISK TO LIFE OR PROPERTY WITHOUT ENSURING THAT THE
SYSTEM AS A WHOLE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO ADDRESS THE RISKS, AND THAT THE OMRON PRODUCT IS PROPERLY RATED AND
INSTALLED FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.

Disclaimers
CHANGE IN SPECIFICATIONS
Product specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements and other reasons.

It is our practice to change model numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or when significant construction changes are made.
However, some specifications of the product may be changed without any notice. When in doubt, special model numbers may be assigned to fix
or establish key specifications for your application on your request. Please consult with your OMRON representative at any time to confirm actual
specifications of purchased product.

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Dimensions and weights are nominal and are not to be used for manufacturing purposes, even when tolerances are shown.

ERRORS AND OMISSIONS

The information in this catalog has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate; however, no responsibility is assumed for clerical,
typographical, or proofreading errors, or omissions.

PERFORMANCE DATA
Performance data given in this catalog is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and does not constitute a warranty. It may represent
the result of OMRON’s test conditions, and the users must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to the OMRON
Warranty and Limitations of Liability.

PROGRAMMABLE PRODUCTS
OMRON shall not be responsible for the user's programming of a programmable product, or any consequence thereof.

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This catalog is protected by copyright and is intended solely for use in conjunction with the product. Please notify us before copying or reproducing this
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