Just wondering what kind of timmers some of you guys are using?

I have a 15amp X-mas light timmer works for me but don't want to burn down the shop either.LOL

 

Scored mine from Harbor Freight. p/n 40148-4VGA
Harbor Freight Tools

 

^^^^ X's 2

 

I purchased a 15a timer from a local hardware store.

 

Brad - That timer should be heavy enuf

 

Just to be extra safe, I purchased and use a 20-amp outdoor timer from Home Depot (My timer is not outside, but it is right beside the garage door and there is always some potential for a mis-directed water hose when we're washing a vehicle.

 

I also got mine from harbor freight--95205-1VGA . I'm happy with the results.

 

What rating are you looking for? I need to grab one tonight...

 

15 amps is fine. The block heater should be pulling a little over 8 amps.

 

Thanks Bill sounds good.

 

I got mine from either Home Depot or Lowes, I think it was a 15 amp unit.
Say, where do you guys get your block heater besides the stealerships?
I think the stock unit is 700 watts or so. Do you know if they make a 1100 watt +/- heater?

Thanks,

 

Hey hh60fe is that the jolly green logo from the rescue SQ?

 

Whats the idea of using a timer?

 

On the average it only takes 2 -3 hours to reach temp with the block heater. By using a timer you will save on your electric bill by not having the heater run all night. Plus the added bonus is that all electric heaters have a "rated by hours lifespan" this will help to extend the life of the timer.

 

Ok then.
Ive left mine plugged in for days..................