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A timer has as at least two timing intervals, at least one of which is switchable between different preset intervals by the user, between which tasks are to be performed by a user. Upon the expiration of each timing interval, the user is alerted that a task is to be performed. A display panel indica

A timer has as at least two timing intervals, at least one of which is switchable between different preset intervals by the user, between which tasks are to be performed by a user. Upon the expiration of each timing interval, the user is alerted that a task is to be performed. A display panel indicates the number of days remaining in one of the timing cycles and may temporarily be switched to indicate the number of days remaining in the other timing interval. A particular use for the timer of this invention is to remind a user to service a humidifier. Another particular use is to remind a user of chores to be performed to maintain indoor or outdoor plants.

대표청구항 ▼

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A timer for alerting a user to perform two different tasks at different time intervals, said timer comprising:a housing;a counter within said housing for counting down a first time interval at the end of which a first task is to be performed and concurrently counting down

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A timer for alerting a user to perform two different tasks at different time intervals, said timer comprising:a housing;a counter within said housing for counting down a first time interval at the end of which a first task is to be performed and concurrently counting down a second time interval at the end of which a second task is to be performed;a first signal device for indicating the expiration of said first time interval and a second signal device for indicating the expiration of said second time interval;a manually-engageable first reset member for resetting the timer to start a new first time interval after the previous first time interval has ended so that a new first time interval may be started after completion of the first task;a manually-engageable second reset member for resetting the timer to start a new second time interval after the previous second time interval has ended so that a new second time interval may be started after completion of the second task; anda visual display panel for optionally displaying the time remaining in the first time interval or the time remaining in the second time interval.