Votatec Countdown Timer Switch – 5 Min to 4 Hour, 6 Preset Times, No Neutral Required, 120V, White

Votatec Countdown Timer Switch

Automatically turn connected lights, fans and other compatible loads off after a selected period with the Votatec HET06-J Countdown Timer Switch. Six clearly labelled buttons provide convenient countdown options from 5 minutes to 4 hours.

Select the desired time and the connected load will remain on until the countdown expires. The large manual button provides immediate ON/OFF control and a hold-on function when continuous operation is needed.

No neutral wire is required, making this timer suitable for many existing single-pole switch locations where only line, load and ground wires are available.

Key Features

  • Six preset countdown times: Select 5, 10, 30 or 60 minutes, or 2 or 4 hours
  • Automatic shut-off: Turns the connected load off when the selected countdown expires
  • Manual ON/OFF control: Large front button allows direct switching at any time
  • Hold-on function: Allows continuous operation when automatic shut-off is not required
  • LED indicators: Show the selected timer setting and help locate the switch
  • No neutral required: Designed for line, load and ground wiring
  • Single-pole operation: Controls a compatible load from one wall-switch location
  • Built-in memory: Retains settings when power is interrupted
  • Latching relay control: Provides reliable switching for compatible lighting, ballast and motor loads
  • Standard in-wall installation: Fits compatible North American electrical boxes
  • Wall plate included: Supplied with a standard decorator-style wall plate
  • cULus Listed: Evaluated for applicable Canadian and U.S. safety requirements

Preset Countdown Options

  • 5 minutes
  • 10 minutes
  • 30 minutes
  • 60 minutes
  • 2 hours
  • 4 hours

How It Works

Press one of the six timer buttons to turn the connected load on for the selected period. The corresponding indicator identifies the active setting. When the countdown reaches the end, the timer automatically switches the load off.

Use the large manual button to turn the load on or off at any time. The hold-on function may be used when continuous operation is required.

Typical Applications

  • Bathroom exhaust fans
  • Whole-room and ventilation fans
  • Indoor lighting
  • Heat lamps within the applicable load rating
  • Laundry and utility rooms
  • Garages and workshops
  • Storage rooms and closets
  • Other compatible indoor electrical loads

Product Specifications

Brand Votatec
Model HET06-J
Product Type Countdown Timer Switch
Rated Voltage 120V AC, 60Hz
Timer Settings 5, 10, 30 and 60 minutes; 2 and 4 hours
Circuit Type Single pole
Relay Type Latching relay
Resistive Load 6.4A at 125V AC
Tungsten Load 800W at 125V AC
Electronic Ballast 800VA at 125V AC
Fluorescent Ballast 800VA at 125V AC
Motor Load 1/4 HP at 125V AC
Neutral Wire Not required
Required Connections Line, load and ground
Installation Method In-wall
Application Indoor use only
Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Dimensions 4.11 × 1.73 × 1.76 in. (10.43 × 4.39 × 4.47 cm)
Material Polycarbonate and zinc-coated iron
Colour White
Safety Listing cULus Listed
Standard UL 917
Warranty 2 years

LED Indicator Modes

Timer indication: The indicator identifies the selected countdown setting and confirms activation.

Locator indication: The LED may remain illuminated to help locate the switch in a dark room.

Before Ordering

  • This timer is intended for a single-pole circuit.
  • A neutral-wire connection to the timer is not required.
  • Confirm that line, load and ground wires are available at the installation location.
  • Confirm that the connected device does not exceed the applicable load rating.
  • Do not apply the tungsten or ballast rating to a motor load; motors are limited to 1/4 HP.
  • This product is designed for indoor use only.
  • Confirm compatibility before using the timer with electronic equipment or loads not listed in the specifications.

Installation Notice

Turn off power at the circuit breaker and verify that the circuit is de-energized before installation. Connect the line, load and ground wires according to the supplied wiring diagram. The circuit neutral continues directly to the connected load and is not connected to the timer.

Installation must comply with applicable electrical codes and should be completed by a qualified electrician.

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