I wanted to correct minor mistakes in the comments of the code I posted but it is not possible. Can any of the moderators or Admins see the whole code? I cannot for sure (in the Edit Post mode).

Dave, I have not changed the T1GCON register which by default on Power up is reset to zero. I do not use the gate anyway.

Darrel, I missed that. Will try it an get back.

Thanks both,
Ioannis