Before programming or handling the timer:
While holding 'Clock', press the button to select the current day of the week. Press the 'Hour' and 'Min' buttons to set the current time. Release the 'Clock' button. Step 3: Setting ON/OFF Programs kes geyser load control timer manual new
The KES Geyser Load Control Timer is designed to reduce energy costs by preventing your geyser from heating water during high-demand "peak" periods. Key Features Before programming or handling the timer: While holding
Note: This story uses the “KES” brand as a fictional device. Any resemblance to real load control timers is coincidental, though the frustration with programming them is universal. Step 3: Setting ON/OFF Programs The KES Geyser
: Always ON except during Monday–Friday peak times (06h00–08h00 and 18h00–20h00).
| Feature | KES New Manual Timer | Digital Timer (e.g., CBI) | Smart Switch (e.g., Sonoff) | |--------|----------------------|----------------------------|-----------------------------| | Price | Low ($15–25) | Medium ($30–50) | Low–Medium ($10–30) | | Battery backup | No | Yes (usually) | No (but retains settings) | | Load shedding impact | Clock stops | Clock continues | Needs Wi-Fi to sync | | App control | No | Sometimes | Yes | | Reliability (mechanical) | High | Medium | Medium (depends on Wi-Fi) |