A two outdoor timer.One socket doesn't turn off

Why does one socket not turn off.I have two sets of lights plugged in but one set doesn't turn off.

Asked by Sheila on 19th Dec 2022
Expert Trade Answers
"It sounds like you maybe have a faulty socket or faulty control gear.. i would advise on a qualified person. I hope this helps.. Merry Christmas 🙂"
Answered on 21st Dec 2022 - Member since Mar 2020 - report
"Hi,

Are the lights on separate timers? If so has one timer been turned on to override mode meaning they will be on until switched back to timer mode."
Answered on 19th Dec 2022 - Member since Oct 2017 - report
"Sounds like a faulty socket on one side or a problem with appliance plugged in/ timer, difficult to speculate on this 1 without seeing it
Cheers"
Answered on 22nd Mar 2023 - Member since Feb 2023 - report
"Mos likely the switch to isolate the outlet is faulty"
Answered on 31st Jul 2023 - Member since Mar 2023 - report
"Because you have a wrong conection în the switch an electrician need to check"
Answered on 21st Jul 2023 - Member since Jul 2023 - report
"The divices sometims get damage and needs to be replace for new onces"
Answered on 2nd Jul 2023 - Member since May 2023 - report
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