How to Program a Honeywell 7-day Solar Timer Switch

We digitally recreated the Honeywell 7-day Solar Timer Switch to provide an animated visual programming guide.

Each menu includes the entirety of information from Honeywell’s written instructions to fully explain what each function does, how to make adjustments, and how to apply a setting.

Video Chapters

00:40: Mode Menu
01:41: Time Menu
04:15: Configuration Menu
06:38: Program Menu
11:41: Keypad Lock
12:23: Reset to Default Settings

Honeywell Solar Timer Switch Comparison

Model	Load Type	Max Load	Min Load	Incandescent	Halogen	Fluorescent	CFL and LED	Motors	Product Page	Purchase
RPLS540A – RPLS541A	single pole • 3-way lighting	500 W	40 W	✔	✔	✔	—	—	Visit Honeywell	Buy now from Amazon
RPLS740B – RPLS741B	single pole • motor	1800 W • .75 hp motor • 1440 W Tungsten	none	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	Visit Honeywell	Buy now from Amazon
TI072 – Aube	single pole • 3-way lighting • motor	1800 W • 1 hp motor • 1440 W Tungsten	none	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	Visit Honeywell	Buy now from Amazon
PLS550A – PLS551A	single pole • 3-way lighting	500 W	40 W	✔	✔	✔	—	—	Visit Honeywell	Buy now from Amazon
PLS750 – PLS751	single pole • 3-way lighting • motor	1800 W • 1 hp motor • 1440 W Tungsten	none	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	Visit Honeywell	Buy now from Amazon

* Check local home improvement and electrical / lighting retailers for availability.
** Motor applicable switches include uses for: block heaters, fans, pool filter pumps.
*** Product availability and specs may change. Check manufacturers website for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between similar Honeywell light switches, e.g. RPLS740 vs. PLS750?

All the programming features are the same, along with the design. Only the warranty and load vary.

For example, Honeywell customer service said, “The RPLS740 is a retail switch, which has 1 year warranty on it. This switch is not compatible with 3-way switching wire configuration. It is retail unit available at any retail stores. The PLS750 is a trade switch, which has 3 years warranty from date of installation. This switch is compatible with 3-way switching wire configuration. Its available through any HVAC licensed contractor”.

Do all Honeywell solar light switch timers require a neutral wire?

No, the Honeywell RPLS540A/541A and PLS550A/551A light switch timers do not require a neutral wire.

What’s the minimal load for Honeywell light switch solar timers?

The RPLS540A/541A and PLS550A/551A require a minimum load of 40 W, while the RPLS740B/RPLS741B, TI072, and PLS750/751 switches don’t have a minimum load.

What’s the difference between Aube and Honeywell light switches that look the same?

Aube Technologies – a Honeywell company, targets the Canadian market, but are the exact same as their Honeywell counterparts, with a different part number.

Update: The Aube timer switches no longer have a separate website and are now rolled into the Honeywell website and product line.

How do I find my coordinates for the Solar (Sunset / Sunrise) programming?

Visit GPS Coordinates. Type in your city and state for general coordinates, or full address for precise coordinates.