Southwire/coleman Cable 50003WD 7-day Mechanical Vacation Timer

Product Description

The SOUTHWIRE/COLEMAN CABLE 50003WD is an indoor 7-day mechanical vacation timer designed to control lighting and small appliances on a randomized schedule for security purposes. Rated at 125 volts, 15 amps, and 1875 watts resistive, this 2-conductor unit comes with pre-programmed settings that repeat weekly and activate connected loads twice per day at random times. The randomized on/off pattern creates the appearance of occupancy, making it a practical security tool for residential and light commercial applications. A manual override switch allows the installer or end user to bypass the timer cycle without altering programmed settings. Electricians and general contractors install this unit in standard indoor locations.

The 50003WD is suited for indoor residential and light commercial installations where automated lighting control is needed without complex programming. Common applications include table lamps, floor lamps, and small plug-in appliances. The weekly repeat cycle eliminates the need to reprogram after each use, and the randomized switching pattern differentiates it from fixed-interval timers. It is not intended for outdoor use or wet locations. CSA certification covers both US and Canadian installations.

Key Features

• Pre-programmed 7-day mechanical timer with weekly repeat cycle
• Random on/off switching twice daily for security lighting simulation
• Manual override switch for bypassing the programmed schedule
• Rated 125V, 60 Hz, 15A, 1875W resistive load
• Also rated 8A/1000W tungsten and 5A ballast for lamp compatibility
• CSA Certified C/US for use in the United States and Canada

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style plug-in replacement for indoor 7-day mechanical vacation timers used with standard 125V residential lighting and small appliance circuits.

Installation Notes

This unit is installed by plugging directly into a standard 125V indoor outlet — no hardwiring or licensed electrical work is required for typical plug-in use. Ensure the connected load does not exceed the rated amperage or wattage for the load type (resistive, tungsten, or ballast) before installation. Do not install in outdoor, wet, or damp locations. Verify the manual override switch is in the timer-controlled position after setup to confirm programmed operation.