There is a big problem with this product. It appears to have been modified in late 2011. There are actually two different timers with the same product code, one allows plug in from bottom. The newer model plugs from the side. The original timer had a very practical application, using outdoor electrical outlets to be used to plug in from below. With the outside cover installed the timer is very well protected. This timer w/plug from below now has the same product code as a larger timer with side plug. I have not been alble to find any other brand that can be used with out door protected plug. I order was for three of the timers (small square timer plug from below.) what I received was two of the plub from below and one w/plug from the side. When I requested and received a replacement order; apparently no one read the problem and the replacement was for the same timer w/plug from the side. So I have given up and will through the timer w/side plug in a drawer and near use it. Thanks.