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General frequently asked questions

Find answers about using your Time Timer®, batteries, audible alerts, delivery and payment.

General product information

How should I clean my Time Timer?

Use a soft, slightly damp cloth to remove dirt and dust. Do not immerse the timer in water. If disinfecting is necessary, test the cleaning product on a small area first because some products may cause discolouration.

Which battery safety instructions should I follow?

Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Do not mix old and new batteries or different battery types. Insert batteries according to the indicated polarity and remove them when the timer will not be used for an extended period.

Why does my Time Timer beep slightly early or late?

A small timing variation is normal with a quartz mechanism. The variation is approximately 15 seconds for PLUS 5 and 20 Minute models, 30 seconds for 60-minute models and one minute for the PLUS 120 Minute.

How long should the battery last?

Battery life depends on the model, battery quality and frequency of use. Most 60-minute models last approximately one year. Use high-quality, non-rechargeable batteries for the best performance.

What does the Time Timer alert sound like?

The standard alert is approximately 60 decibels, similar to a normal conversation. Original and MOD models have an alert switch, while PLUS models have adjustable volume.

Troubleshooting

My Time Timer does not beep when time is up.

Check that the alert switch is turned on. On PLUS models, check that the volume is not fully lowered. Replace the battery with a new, high-quality battery if the problem continues.

My Time Timer makes a ticking sound.

Time Timer products are designed to work almost silently. A very faint quartz sound may be heard when the timer is held directly next to your ear. Clearly audible ticking from a normal distance is not expected.

Shipping and delivery

Can I track my order?

Yes. You will receive an order confirmation after payment. When your parcel is dispatched, you will receive a separate shipping confirmation containing UPS Track & Trace information.

When will my order be dispatched?

Orders placed on working days before 11:00 are normally dispatched the same day. Weekend orders are processed and shipped on Monday.

What happens if home delivery is not possible?

If home delivery is not possible, for example because the recipient is not present, the package will be delivered in accordance with UPS procedures to the nearest UPS Access Point.

What are the delivery times and shipping costs?

Delivery estimates and shipping costs differ by country. Free-shipping thresholds apply to the total value of the order.

Country Delivery time Shipping Free shipping from Return shipping
Netherlands1 working day€2.95€75Free
Belgium1–2 working days€3.95€75€8
Germany1–2 working days€3.95€75€8
Luxembourg1–2 working days€3.95€75€8
France2–3 working days€4.95€75€9
Italy2–3 working days€4.95€75€12
Spain2–3 working days€4.95€75€12
Portugal3–4 working days€4.95€75€12
Austria3–4 working days€4.95€75€12
Denmark2–3 working days€4.95€75€13
Finland2–3 working days€4.95€75€13
Sweden2–3 working days€4.95€75€13
Bulgaria4–5 working days€4.95€75€15
Croatia3–4 working days€4.95€75€15
Estonia3–4 working days€4.95€75€15
Greece4–5 working days€4.95€75€15
Hungary2–3 working days€4.95€75€15
Ireland4–5 working days€4.95€75€15
Latvia3–4 working days€4.95€75€15
Lithuania3–4 working days€4.95€75€15
Poland2–3 working days€4.95€75€15
Romania4–5 working days€4.95€75€15
Slovakia2–3 working days€4.95€75€15
Slovenia2–3 working days€4.95€75€15
Czech Republic2–3 working days€4.95€75€15
Norway2–3 working days€6.95€100€20
Switzerland2–3 working days€6.95€100€20

Orders shipped outside the European Union, including the United Kingdom, Norway and Switzerland, may be subject to import duties, local VAT and customs handling fees. These costs are the responsibility of the recipient.

Payment

Where can I enter a discount code?

Enter the discount code during checkout. The discount will be applied before payment when the code is valid and its conditions are met.

Which payment methods are available?

Available payment methods depend on the destination country. Options may include iDEAL, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro and Bancontact. The available methods are shown during checkout.

Returns and refunds

What are the return conditions?

Register your return through our return portal within 14 days after receipt. Products must be returned complete and undamaged. Every return is inspected. If an item is damaged, incomplete or shows more use than necessary to assess it, we may refuse the refund or deduct an amount for loss of value.

My return has not been processed yet – what now?

Keep your proof of shipment until the return has been processed. You remain responsible for the shipment until it reaches us, so we recommend using tracked shipping. After receiving your return, we process the refund within 14 working days.

What happens after a failed delivery or when a package is not collected?

If delivery repeatedly fails or the package is not collected in time, the carrier returns it to us automatically. The customer is responsible for the return costs. For reshipment, both the return costs and the new shipping costs must be paid in advance. If the order is no longer wanted, we may refund the order minus the return costs. These conditions are separate from the 14-day right of withdrawal, which starts only after the order has been received.

What does the 14-day right of withdrawal include?

When you withdraw within 14 days after receipt, we refund the purchase amount and the standard shipping costs of the original delivery. Return shipping costs remain your responsibility unless we offered free returns.

I received a damaged item. What should I do?

Email support@timetimer-europe.com with your order number and clear photographs of the damage. We will review the case and provide an appropriate solution.

How do I return my order?
  1. Open My account using the profile icon.
  2. Enter the email address used for your order.
  3. Enter the six-digit verification code received by email.
  4. Select the order and click Request return.
  5. Select the products, choose a return reason and submit the request.
  6. After approval, you will receive the shipping instructions and, where applicable, a return label.
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How do returns from the United Kingdom work?

Customers in the United Kingdom can arrange and pay for the return themselves through Royal Mail or the Post Office. Alternatively, you can contact us to request a UPS return label. When we arrange the return through UPS, a return shipping fee of €20 will be deducted from your refund or must be paid in advance.

Use a CN22 or CN23 customs form and enter the original purchase value, not £0. Enter the description “Returned goods to Time Timer Europe, Netherlands – originally exported from NL”, reason “Return of goods”, country of origin “China” and HS code 91069000 when requested.

Write “RETURNED GOODS TO ORIGINAL SELLER IN THE NETHERLANDS” clearly next to the shipping label. Include your order number and a note inside stating that the goods are being returned to the original seller.

If you arrange the return yourself, you are responsible for the shipping costs and the correct customs documentation. When we arrange the return through UPS, a €20 return shipping fee applies. Incorrect or missing customs documents may result in import VAT, clearance fees, delays or refusal of the parcel. Any additional costs caused by incorrect documentation are the customer’s responsibility.

Warranty

How long is the warranty?

All Time Timer products purchased through Time Timer Europe include a two-year warranty from the purchase date. The warranty covers qualifying defects during normal use.

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