The Ultimate Guide to the Sinotimer TM-630S Manual: Programming, Troubleshooting, and Hidden Features

If you are reading this, you have likely just purchased (or rediscovered) an Sinotimer TM-630S—one of the most popular multi-functional digital timer relays on the industrial and DIY market. While the device is powerful, compact, and versatile, its user manual is notoriously dense and often lost or damaged.

Maintenance & safety

Battery Backup: Internal battery keeps settings for up to 90 days during blackouts. Step-by-Step Programming Guide 1. Unlock the Device The device often auto-locks to prevent accidental changes. Action: Press the C/R (Cancel/Recall) button 4 times.

Here is the key interpretation:

Part 2: Basic Setup – Setting the Clock

The first step in any Sinotimer TM-630S manual is setting the current date and time. Do this before entering any programs.

  1. The Red LED Display: Shows time values, modes, and relay status.
  2. The “∨” (Down) Button: Decreases values.
  3. The “∧” (Up) Button: Increases values.
  4. The “SET” Button: Confirms settings and enters menus.
  5. The “RESET” Button: Restarts the program without changing settings.
  6. Terminal Block:
    • Input Side: Usually marked AC/DC (+/-) – Connect power here.
    • Output Side: Marked COM, NO, NC – Your load connects here (e.g., a pump).
    • Indicator: Shows "ON" or a permanent "Switch" symbol.