Push Button

Electronic Timer
31VETR3
Series

Installation Instructions
31VETR3 Series Push Button Electronic Timer Installation Instructions

Contents
1.0 Product Range.......................................................................................................................... 3
2.0 Description ............................................................................................................................... 3
3.0 Features .................................................................................................................................... 3
4.0 Important Warning ................................................................................................................... 3
5.0 Timer Control............................................................................................................................ 4

5.1 Push Button Control .......................................................................................................... 4

5.2 Indicator Function .............................................................................................................. 4

5.3 Relay Output ...................................................................................................................... 4

5.4 Remote Operation ............................................................................................................. 4

6.0 Wiring Diagrams....................................................................................................................... 4

6.1 Local Operation ................................................................................................................. 4

6.2 Remote Operation ............................................................................................................. 4

7.0 Timer Settings .......................................................................................................................... 5

7.1 Timer Adjustment Settings ............................................................................................... 5

7.2 Timer Example 1 ............................................................................................................... 6

7.3 Timer Example 2 ............................................................................................................... 6

8.0 Electrical Specifications .......................................................................................................... 7
9.0 Warranty Statement ................................................................................................................. 8

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1.0 Product Range

31VETR3 Electronic Timer, Push Button, 220-240V , 50Hz, 10AX (Standard Range)
2031VETR3 Electronic Timer, Push Button, 220-240V , 50Hz, 10AX (2000 Series)
*Please note that these products are also available in other configurations and in a wide range of colours. For further
information, please contact your nearest Clipsal Sales Representative.

2.0 Description
The Clipsal 31VETR3 Series is a range of high quality, three-wire, push button electronic time delay
switches with remote control and override off facilities.
The product is designed to control lighting and other loads to prevent them from being left on
unnecessarily. Significant energy savings can result when used for staircase, hallway, classroom and
similar applications.
The unit has a powerful 10AX switching capability, and is suitable for a wide range of load types,
including incandescent, inductive and fluorescent loads.

3.0 Features
• State of the art microprocessor design
• Time setting selection from 10 seconds to 15 hours
• Highly accurate digital timing (±0.5%)
• Micro switch configurable indicator function:
• Indicator On when contact closed; OR
• Indicator On when contact open.
• Micro switch selectable modes:
• Contact open during timing (Normally Closed); OR
• Contact closed during timing (Normally Open).
• Remote control capability, using remote wired momentary action switches
• 10AX switch load rating.
• Suitable for a wide range of load types
• Incandescent (tungsten filament) lamps
• 240V Halogen / Dichroic Lamps
• Low voltage downlights using electronic transformers
• Low voltage downlights using iron-core transformers
• Fluorescent Lighting Loads
• Compact Fluorescent Light Loads
• LED Lighting Loads
• Small Motor Loads (limited to 2A)
• Available in a range of plate styles and colour variants
• Suitable for new installations or retro-fit applications
• Complies with Australian Standards

4.0 Important Warning

• It is illegal for persons other than an appropriately licenced electrical contractor or other persons
authorised by legislation to work on the fixed wiring of any electrical installation. Penalties for
conviction are severe!

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5.0 Timer Control

5.1 Push Button Control
The built in push button has the following functions:
• Pressing the button when the timer is passive will initiate timing and set the load, and indicator,
to the active state according to the configuration switch settings.
• Pressing the button during timing will cancel timing and set the load, and indicator, to the
passive state according to the configuration switch settings.
• To restart the timer when the load is already on, simply perform consecutive turn-on and
turn-off functions.

5.2 Indicator Function

The built in light indicator is used to indicate the status of the load. It can be configured by the micro
switch on the rear of the unit to be on when contact is either open or closed.

5.3 Relay Output

The relay contact can be configured by the appropriate micro switch on the rear of the unit to be
closed during timing (Normally Open) or open during timing (Normally Closed). The contact is
always open when the supply is turned off regardless of the configuration.

5.4 Remote Operation

The unit can respond to one or more remote wired momentary switch inputs. The unit will respond to
the remote switch inputs in exactly the same way as if pressing the button on the front of the unit.

6.0 Wiring Diagrams

6.1 Local Operation
For most normal Line
applications, where
operation from the local Neutral
push button is required
only, the timer is wired as Line
shown in the figure below.
31VETR3 Neutral Load
Load
Remote

6.2 Remote Operation

Additional switches can Line
be installed in parallel,
allowing the timer to be Neutral
activated from one or
more remote locations. Remote
Line Switches
Neutral Momentary
31VETR3 Load Action
Load
Remote
NOTE:
• The remote switch wiring must be rated for 240V a.c.
• The sum of cable lengths used to connect the remote switches must not exceed 100m.
• Remote switches MUST be Normally Open momentary operation type switches.

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7.0 Timer Settings

WARNING: For safety reasons the setup should be performed
with the timer isolated from the mains supply.

7.1 Timer Adjustment Settings

The timer setting is achieved by the use of an 8 way micro switch. The switch is accessible from
the back of the unit through a window in the enclosure. The functions of the individual switches are
presented on the following figure:

Timer Micro Switches Indicator State Time Range Time Setting

Indicator State Time Range 1 to 4 Time setting 0 to 15
when Contact determines Range determined by totalling
Closed Multiplier (see table) values of switches set to ‘ON’

Contact Function - Normally Open or Normally Closed

Time Delay Setting

The Time Setting is determined by totalling the values of each of the time setting switches that are
set to ‘ON’ (any combination of 1, 2, 4 and 8). The Time Range is determined by the positions of
the time range switches R1 and R2 (refer to Time Ranges table below). The Time Delay is then
calculated by the Time Setting multiplied by the Range Multiplier.
Time Delay = Time Setting x Range Multiplier
Time Ranges
The following four Time Ranges are available:
Time Delay
Time Minimum Maximum
R1 R2 Range Multiplier
Range Time Setting switches Time Setting switches
1,2,4,8 1,2,4,8

1 OFF OFF 10 seconds 10 seconds 2 min & 30 sec

2 ON OFF 1 minute 1 minute 15 minutes
3 OFF ON 10 minutes 10 minutes 2 hr & 30 min
4 ON ON 1 hour 1 hour 15 hour

Contact Function
Setting Meaning
‘NO’ Relay contact is Normally Open. Contact will CLOSE during timing operation.
‘NC’ Relay contact is Normally Closed. Contact will OPEN during timing operation.

Indicator State
Setting Meaning
‘ON’ Indicator ON when contact is CLOSED. Indicator OFF when contact OPEN.
‘OFF’ Indicator OFF when contact is CLOSED. Indicator ON when contact OPEN.

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7.2 Timer Example 1

• Required Time Delay is 6 minutes.
• Contact must Close during timing.
• Indicator is ON when contact is Closed.
Time Delay Setting
Initially set all ‘Time Setting’ switches to the ‘OFF’ position. Select the first timing range in the range
selection table for which ‘Maximum Setting’ is higher than the required time delay. The Time Range
table shows that Time Range 2 (which has a 15 minute maximum setting) is the most appropriate
time range. Select Time Range 2 by setting switch R1 to ‘ON’ and R2 to ‘OFF’. The selected Range
Multiplier is now 1 minute. The highest time value for an individual switch lower than 6 is 4. Set the
micro switch 4 to ‘ON’. Remaining time required is 6 - 4 = 2. Set the micro switch 2 to ‘ON’. Total
amount of time set is (4 + 2) x (1 minute) = 6 minutes.
Contact Function Setting
Set the ‘Contact Function’ micro switch to ‘NO’ position to select the Normally Open contact function
(contact closes during timing).
Indicator Function Setting
Set the ‘Indicator State’ micro switch to the ‘ON’ position so that the indicator is ON when the contact
is closed.
Indicator
Contact State when
Function Contact Time Range Time Setting
Closed

NO ON R1 R2 8 4 2 1
ON

OFF

NC OFF

7.3 Timer Example 2

• Required Time Delay is 10 hours.
• Required Contact Function is Normally Closed.
• Indicator is required to be ON when contact is Open.

Indicator
Contact State when
Function Contact Time Range Time Setting
Closed

NO ON R1 R2 8 4 2 1
ON

OFF
NC OFF

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8.0 Electrical Specifications

Parameter Value
Nominal Operating Voltage 220 - 240V
Nominal Operating Frequency 50Hz
Maximum Load Current 10AX
Minimum Load Current 0mA
Compatible Loads Compact Fluorescent Lamps

LED Lighting

Incandescent lamps
Halogen 240V lamps
Low voltage lighting with
electronic transformers
Low voltage lighting with
iron-core transformers
Fluorescent Lighting

Small Motor Loads

(Maximum 2A)
Timer Range 10 seconds – 15 hours
Timer Accuracy ± 0.5%
Power-Up Status OFF
Operating Temperature Range 0 to 40°C
Operating Humidity Range 10 to 90% R.H.
Mounting Centres 84mm Australian Pattern Plate
Safety Compliances AS/NZS3100, AS/NZS3133
EMC Emission Compliance AS/NZS CISPR15
Specifications Typical @ 240V , 25oC
No User Serviceable Parts Inside

WARNING:
• Operation outside of these specifications may result in unexpected behaviour, or even product failure.
• Timer accuracy may be affected by voltage, temperature and humidity.
• Warranty may be voided when controlling any incompatible load types as determined by Clipsal Australia.

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 9.0 Warranty Statement
1. The benefits conferred herein are in addition to, and in no way shall be deemed to derogate;
either expressly or by implication, any or all other rights and remedies in respect to the
Clipsal Product, which the consumer has under the Commonwealth Trade Practices Act or
any other similar State or Territory Laws.
2. The warrantor is Clipsal Australia Pty Ltd of 33-37 Port Wakefield Road, Gepps Cross,
South Australia 5094. With registered offices in all Australian states.
3. This Clipsal product is guaranteed against faulty workmanship and materials for a period of
two (2) years from the date of installation.
4. Clipsal Australia Pty Ltd reserves the right, at its discretion, to either repair free of parts and
labour charges, replace or offer refund in respect to any article found to be faulty due to
materials, parts or workmanship.
5. This warranty is expressly subject to the Clipsal product being installed, wired, tested,
operated and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
6. All costs of a claim shall be met by Clipsal Australia Pty Ltd, however should the product
that is the subject of the claim be found to be in good working order all such costs shall be
met by the claimant.
7. When making a claim the consumer shall forward the Clipsal product to the nearest office
of Clipsal Australia Pty Ltd with adequate particulars of the defect within 28 days of the fault
occurring. The product should be returned securely packed, complete with details of the
date and place of purchase, description of load, and circumstances of malfunction.

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