I think you have 120Volt pool pump.
Add a comment if this is incorrect since wiring information is based on this assumption.
(1) Wiring problem:
Evidence shows timer is wired in reverse (dial only rotates when pump is ON, and dial stops rotating when pool pump is OFF)
Electrician reversed the wires, but wires need to be tested.
Hot wire from circuit breaker always connects to L
Neutral wire from breaker box connects to unmarked terminal.
This will give clock motor continuous power.
Next:
Black wire going to Load (pump) connects to X
White wire going to Load connects to unmarked terminal along with Neutral wire.
Tork 1103 is SPDT timer with 3 watt 120volt clock motor that can control multiple loads and voltages, and can be wired many different ways.
http://waterheatertimer.org/Tork-timers-and-manuals.html#1101
http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/1103INSTALLOP.pdf
(2) Loose dial. The dial should only rotate counterclockwise when moved with hand. The fact that trippers work when rotated by hand says dial is probably not problem. If timer is used, and trippers skip over and do not turn on Load (pump) then order P47 replacement trippers.
http://waterheatertimer.org/images/Tork-1102-3-500.jpg
Yes, it is a 120 V pump. The timer dial can be easily turned counter clockwise or clockwise and does not move at all when the pump is on.
Need specific information to avoid guessing at your timer problem. (1) The dial does not rotate at all except when you move it. Is that 100% correct? (2) Are you sure this is Tork 1103 timer, so I have correct information at this end. For example 1104 looks identical but has 240Volt clock motor and will never operate on 120V circuit. Pull timer mechanism out and say what markings show on clock motor. (3) Where did timer come from? Is this a new timer or used timer? (4) You say the timer dial is 'loose' and 'does not stay in position:' Is that loose on all axis? Or does the dial stay flat and level like a frisbee? (5) Did electrician say anything pertinent about these problems? (6) What amp circuit breaker connects to timer? (7) What color are the romex cables that enter timer? Yellow for 12 gauge, orange for 10 gauge, etc. (8) How many romex cables enter timer box, I assume one cable from circuit breaker and 1 cable going to Load > each cable has black and white wires. (9) Exactly what screw terminals show inside box, and what are they each marked? (10) What terminals do each of the wires connect to? Please include which romex cable each wire comes from.
I am having the same problem with my timer. In the past i would have to lightly press in to turn the timer dial. Now, i can turn it clockwise without applying pressure. it turns on without problem but will not turn off when allowed to run. when i turn the dial manually, both on and off works. I have replaced the trippers.
correction, i can turn it counter clockwise without pushing in slighty.
Tork timer dial should only turn counterclockwise. Timers wear out and need replacement. As general rule, if dial is rotating on time, and new trippers do not restore function, then timer has gone bad. That's one reason to buy new timer and not to buy used timer from auction site. I recommend Intermatic timers. Tork 1101 replacement is Intermatic T101. Tork 1103 replacement is Intermatic T103. Tork 1104 replacement is T104. Or look up any brand timer on crossover link:http://www.intermatic.com/customer%20ser...
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After removing the timer motor and allowing it to run separated from the switch for 45 minutes with a piece of tape wound around the motor shaft, I discovered that the motor is just humming, and not moving the shaft gear. I need a new timer motor.
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