Hi to everyone on the list.

I am making an electronic programmer to replace the
standard mechanical timer and take care of all the
different wash cycles on a washing machine. This will mean
different motor speeds, water temperatures, washing times
etc. for different matereials. I would be pleased to hear
from anyone who has done this, or similar control of a.c.
devices with hints, tips advice etc as I am completely new
to PIC's, although I have done some 'C' and Assembly
language programming.

I am aquiring a book in the next couple of days which
should give me an introduction to the PIC.

What is the best way of interfacing the 240 volt inputs
from sensors and the 240volt outputs to motors, heaters
etc. Maybe relays, triacs, SCR's. Any help or advice
appreciated.

Michael Biggs

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BIGGS M.
bg908451@stmail.staffs.ac.uk