Hey everyone, I wanted to share a little project I’ve been working on that’s been a lifesaver for my mornings. My wife and I are big fans of slow-cooked meals, but our slow cooker doesn’t have a built-in timer. That’s where my Sonoff smart switch came to the rescue!
I’ve set up a simple yet effective timer system using Home Assistant. The setup involves an input select for choosing the start time and an input boolean to enable the timer. Here’s how it works:
- Input Select: I created a list of times from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM in 30-minute increments. This gives us plenty of flexibility to choose the perfect start time.
- Input Boolean: A toggle to enable the timer. It’s off by default to prevent accidental activations.
- Automation: Every minute, the system checks if the current time matches the selected time and if the timer is enabled. If both conditions are met, the slow cooker turns on, and I get a notification on my phone. The timer then disables itself to avoid repeating.
This setup has been a game-changer for us. I can now set the slow cooker to start while I’m still asleep, ensuring a delicious meal is ready when we wake up. It’s been running smoothly for weeks without any issues!
I’d love to hear if anyone else has similar setups or any tips to make this even better. Happy cooking! 
