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Help on AR timer.

Wed May 14, 2025 1:05 am

Recently I've had issues with my AR timer such as the lights and attack and alert not working. Only the test works, it's wired for 110v and to an outlet that i use my mini sirens on. Im honestly not sure what the problem may be.
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Re: Help on AR timer.

Wed May 14, 2025 9:48 pm

Did you check the fuses? Use a multimeter and set it to continuity (after removing the fuses) and test the fuse. If you hear a beep, then it's good; if you do not hear a beep, then they are bad—replace them. This might explain why there are multiple non-functioning components.
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Re: Help on AR timer.

Wed May 14, 2025 10:48 pm

CanadianTbolt1003 wrote:
Wed May 14, 2025 9:48 pm
Did you check the fuses? Use a multimeter and set it to continuity (after removing the fuses) and test the fuse. If you hear a beep, then it's good; if you do not hear a beep, then they are bad—replace them. This might explain why there are multiple non-functioning components.
Yep, had a bad fuse in it, i didn't think it was at first since i couldn't tell at first glance. But Thanks! btw do you know where i can get more by chance?
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Re: Help on AR timer.

Thu May 15, 2025 6:43 pm

According to the manual, Federal states that it uses 1-amp fuses. You can find fuses at a hardware or auto store, or an electronics store.
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