Skimmer Defer Command

[cemyth]

Will this code work to keep my skimmer off for 5 minutes after a power outage or I turn off/on my return pump?

Also is it wise to have the fallback to ON?

Set ON
Fallback ON
If Outlet Return_Pump = OFF Then OFF
Defer 005:00 Then ON

[kenargo]

You want to use power statement like this:

If Power Apex Off 005 Then OFF

Defer acts a bit different, Defer says to delay changing the state of an outlet until the time has expired; kind of like a delay process.

[cemyth]

So more like this:

Set ON
Fallback ON
If Power Apex Off 005 Then OFF
If Outlet Return_Pump = OFF Then OFF
Defer 005:00 Then ON

Oh...and I am using your windows aquacontroller gadget and love it. Perfect tool!

[swearint]

Yes, that will work. However, in the case of a power outage, you will get both delays. In otherwords, the power command will keep the outlet OFF for five minutes after power is restored. Then the Defer will delay an additional five minutes before allowing the Set ON to take affect. So you may want to decrease the power delay.

Todd