Paragon Recent Questions, Troubleshooting Help & Support

Copy following link to identify timer:http://waterheatertimer.org/Paragon-timers-and-manuals.html#4000Paragon 4000 series uses X2772 tripperParagon is no longer making timers except for defrost times.There is a new line of timers coming from China that looks identical to Paragon 4000, and uses same tripper. As a result this timer design and trippers could be around for years to come.Replacement timer is Intermatic T104R 240Volt indoor outdoor enclosure, with replacement parts widely availablehttp://waterheatertimer.org/How-to-wire-T104-Intermatic-timer.html#T104Add a comment If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/gene_9f0ef4df2f9897e7

Contact Uni-line for replacement clock motorhttp://waterheatertimer.org/Paragon-timers-and-manuals.html#42000Advantage 8025 mechanical timer that gives short time intervals from 1 minute to 27 minutes.If you are using for septic tank pump, then you have 1 circuit, so you do not need the 8025 to control 3 circuits.You can install digital timer (EH40 240Volt, or EH10 120Volt) and also get 1 minute intervals.http://waterheatertimer.org/How-to-wire-EH40-hot-water-heater-timer.html If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/gene_9f0ef4df2f9897e7

Buy new clock motor if available.Contact Uni-line:http://waterheatertimer.org/Paragon-timers-and-manuals.html#42000http://waterheatertimer.org/Paragon-timers-and-manuals.html#defrost If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/gene_9f0ef4df2f9897e7

You got the Heat element and or thermostat wet. Open the kettle to expose the electronics and let it dry for days. try again it might dry out. Or you will need to replace the heat element, thermostat, and probably the wires. if it hasn't dried out by now.

1) Copy following links:http://waterheatertimer.org/Paragon-timers-and-manuals.html#4000http://waterheatertimer.org/images/Paragon-4000-series-wiring.jpg2) 4003-0 is 120Volt timer so clock voltage is 120VTimer can control 120V or 240V loadsUse diagram 33) Paragon is no longer making this timer or parts for timer.If you purchased timer from ebay, then assume motor is bad or X2772 trippers are worn out.Always buy new timers. Buy Intermatic and parts are easily available.4) Replacement timer is Intermatic T101 If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/gene_9f0ef4df2f9897e7

1) Copy following link:http://waterheatertimer.org/Paragon-timers-and-manuals.html#7000http://waterheatertimer.org/images/Paragon-4000-378.jpg2) 7000 series is same as 4000 series except 7000 series is 7 day, and the stationary pointer on 7000 series is pointed at 9 o'clock position3) Add a comment and include model and brand timer for clarification. If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/gene_9f0ef4df2f9897e7

1) Clock motor has gone bad, but replacement clock motors are no longer made.Copy following link for Paragon resources:http://waterheatertimer.org/Paragon-timers-and-manuals.html2) Paragon is not making parts or replacement motors.4007-41 is 240Volt timer, replace timer with Intermatic T104http://waterheatertimer.org/How-to-wire-T104-Intermatic-timer.html3) Crossover wiring from Paragon 4004-71 to Intermatic T104:Paragon 1 to Intermatic 1Paragon 2 to Intermatic 2Paragon 3 to Intermatic 4Paragon 4 to Intermatic 3Intermatic terminal A is generally not used for 240Volt4) Add a comment if needed If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/gene_9f0ef4df2f9897e7

1) Copy following links:http://waterheatertimer.org/images/8145-work-image.jpghttp://waterheatertimer.org/Paragon-timers-and-manuals.html#defrost2) Typically the 8145-20 defrost cycle is time-initiated and starts when tripper pin located on outer part of dial passes the time-of-day point.Defrost cycle terminates or ends when pressure or temperature switch activates. This is also called the cycle limit switch.http://waterheatertimer.org/images/8145-20-wiring-600.jpg3) So your situation sounds like the pressure or temperature switch is not working correctly.4) The 8145 timer also has 'time termination' setting. This red tripper is located on inner part of dial. Usually the 'time termination' is used as back-up system if the pressure or temperature switch fails so that defrost cycle will not continue melting everything in freezer.5) To solve problem until pressure-temperature switch is replaced, you can disconnect wire on terminal X, and then set 'time termination' for correct length of time by experimenting. If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/gene_9f0ef4df2f9897e7

If the air flow and temperature are not being compromised leave it alone. If there is a gradual build up of ice on the evaporator you may have a defrost element or defrost limit switch problem. Set the defrost duration duration to 45 minutes and see if that solves the icing problem. 4 defrost cycles a day should be enough to keep the icing problem at bay. 3 defrost cycles at night about 1 hour apart may also remedy the problem. Experiment until you find the right combination of defrost cycles for your freezer. Watch for any thawing of the product in the freezer and adjust accordingly.
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Copy following link for defrost timers:http://waterheatertimer.org/Paragon-timers-and-manuals.html#defrostThere are 2 general types defrost timers.Time activated - Time terminatedTime activated - Temperature-pressure terminated, with timed termination back-upHere is basic image:http://waterheatertimer.org/images/8145-work-image.jpgRotate dial until current time lines up with pointer, insert tripper pin on outside edge of dial to select defrost start-time, move defrost duration tripper on inner dial to set termination time.Each defrost timer is slightly different:If timer is time-terminated, then wiring follows certain diagram.If timer is temperature-pressure terminated, then different wiring diagram is used. If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/gene_9f0ef4df2f9897e7