Intermatic P1131 User manual

Portable Heavy Duty
Pool & Spa Timer
Model P1131
OWNER’S
MANUAL
Electrical Rating
20 amp (2400 watt) resistive
1 H.P. (16 FLA, 96 LRA) motor
120V 60 Hz
Two wire and Ground
Twist-lock Plug
and Receptacle

Congratulations
You have made the right choice in purchasing a Pool and Spa Timer
that provides convenience as well as energy savings and it is designed for
indoor or outdoor use.
SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not permit children to operate the timer or pool/spa unless
they are closely supervised at all times.
• Install only on a GROUNDED 120VAC circuit protected by a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter.
• Test GROUND FAULT protection regularly. If it fails to reset, DO
NOT USE the pool or spa! Contact a qualified service technician.
• Always disconnect electricity before servicing this timer or
the equipment connected to it. THIS TIMER IS NOT TO BE
USED AS A POWER DISCONNECT.
• Timer must be installed vertically at least 3 ft. above ground
level and at least 5 Ft. away from edge of pool or Spa.
• Equipment connected to this timer should not exceed capacity
of timer.
• Use timer only for its intended use as described in this manual.
The protective cover should always be in place.
Troubleshooting Guide
Symptom Cause(s) Corrective Action
No power at • No power to timer Check circuit breaker in panel.
timer’s receptacle • Open GFCI Reset and test GFCI.
• Timer contacts open Turn timer to ON, check timer
setting and operation.
• Defective timer Replace timer.
Timer loses time • Power to timer is Check branch circuit that
not continuous timer is plugged in to.
• Defective timer Replace timer.
Timer’s receptacle • No OFF trippers in dial Check timer operation.
is “hot” (energized) • Defective timer Replace timer.
at all times
WARNING Risk of Electric Shock

How to Set the Timer
1. Insert ON (green) and OFF
(red) trippers into dial at desired
ON and OFF times (Fig. 1). Be
sure trippers are firmly pressed
against dial surface and at least
one space is left between ON
and OFF trippers (Fig. 2).
2. Turn dial clockwise one or
more revolutions until correct
time of day is next to arrow in
center of dial (Fig. 3).
3. Plug pump into timer receptacle
and plug timer cord into outlet.
If timer is used outdoors, outlet
must be suitable for wet locations.
For Early ON or OFF Operation
Turn manual knob counter-clockwise to desired ON or OFF position.
Timer will follow next scheduled automatic operation.
Manual Knob ON Tripper (Green)
OFF Tripper (Red)
Extra trippers may
be stored on the
dial by placing
same color
trippers next to
each other.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 1

INTERMATIC INCORPORATED
7777 Winn Road, Spring Grove, IL 60081-9698
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About Intermatic Incorporated
Intermatic Incorporated is the largest manufacturer of timers in
the world. For more than 50 years, we have been committed to making
quality timers, and it is our hope that this product will
provide you with convenience, service and peace of mind for
many years. If you have any questions about your Portable Pool and Spa
Timer, or for information about our full line of Energy Control products,
visit our website at www.intermatic.com
If within the warranty period specified, this product fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship, Intermatic Incorporated will repair or replace it,
at its sole option, free of charge. This warranty is extended to the original
purchaser only and is not transferable. This warranty does not apply to: (a)
damage to units caused by accident, dropping or abuse in handling, acts of
God or any negligent use; (b) units which have been subject to unauthor-
ized repair, opened, taken apart or otherwise modified; (c) units not used in
accordance with instructions; (d) damages exceeding the cost of the
product; (e) sealed lamps and/or lamp bulbs, LED’s and batteries; (f) the
finish on any portion of the product, such as surface and/or weathering, as
this is considered normal wear and tear; (g) transit damage, initial
installation costs, removal costs, or reinstallation costs.
INTERMATIC INCORPORATED WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE
WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HERE-
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WARRANTY, AND SHALL BE OF THE SAME DURATION AS THE
WARRANTY PERIOD STATED ABOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF AN IMPLIED WARRANTY, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
This warranty service is available by either (a) returning the product to the
dealer from whom the unit was purchased, or (b) completing a warranty
claim on line at www.intermatic.com. This warranty is made by: Intermatic
Incorporated Customer Service/7777 Winn Rd., Spring Grove, Illinois
60081-9698 / 815-675-7000 http://www.intermatic.com
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY