Exterior time delay switch

[Tristar]

I have just bought one of these, SSTDS03, to replace an old mechanical type which failed. The instructions state "This is not a 2-wire switch and requires neutral connection', and has L in and L out, and N. As the existing is just a 2+E wire switch lead, this poses some difficult logistical problems in rewiring with a 3+E. I don't want to blow it up by trying, so am I being optimistic in thinking that it might work connecting the switch wires to L in and L out and forgetting about the N?
TIA

 

[EFLImpudence]

Optimistic is not the right word.

If it needs a neutral to work then, of course, it will not work without one - any more than the lights would.

 

[Tristar]

As expected thanks, I did think of cheating and using the - unused - earth, but my leccy friend would shoot me!

 

[rsgaz]

Swap it for one which works on just the live and switched live...

http://mselectronics.co.uk/our-products/iptds2-ip65-rated-weatherproof-time-delay-switch/

 

[ericmark]

Assuming for a stair well or similar, I would stick to old tried and trusted pneumatic type.

 

[Tristar]

Assuming for a stair well or similar, I would stick to old tried and trusted pneumatic type.

Unfortunately it is in a weather exposed position, which is probably why the pneumatic one failed.

 

[Tristar]

Swap it for one which works on just the live and switched live...

http://mselectronics.co.uk/our-products/iptds2-ip65-rated-weatherproof-time-delay-switch/

Thanks very much, this will suit.