Instruction Sheet 102-397

ZVC406 Zone Valve Control

SUPERSEDES: February 1, 2013 EFFECTIVE: December 20, 2013
Plant ID# 9300-2879
Powered from Transformer A Powered from Transformer B
Wiring Diagram:
See NOTE 2
THERMOSTATS
(24VAC)
INDIRECT
WATER HEATER
T AQUASTAT OR
TO: BOILER THERMOSTAT
AQUASTAT RELAY T
120 VAC See NOTE 1
INPUT
ZONE 6
TRANSFORMER

WHITE
INSTALLED

N PRIORITY
FACTORY

X X R W C R W C R W C R W C R W C R W C ON
POWER IN

A 24 VAC FUSE
24 VAC

BLACK 5 AMP ISOLATED ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE 5 ZONE 6

H END SWITCH THERMOSTATS (24 VAC) PRIORITY OFF LED
FUSE
INDICATORS
5 AMP
POWER

ZVC 406 – 4 T STAT 1 VALVE 1

T STAT 2 VALVE 2
TRANSFORMER

WHITE SIX ZONE

INSTALLED

VALVE 3
FACTORY

T STAT 3
ZONE VALVE CONTROL
B 24 VAC T STAT 4 VALVE 4
BLACK
T STAT 5 VALVE 5
24 VAC ZONE VALVES PRIORITY VALVE 6
T STAT 6
ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE 5 ZONE 6
PUMP END ZONE 6 PUMP
SWITCH END SWITCH 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
X X N/O COM N/C

HOT
JUMPER JUMPER
3&4 3&4 NOTE 3: When a circulator
DHW is used on the priority zone
SYSTEM
PUMP
PRIORITY instead of a zone valve,
PUMP 1
SECONDARY MOTOR END ZONE jumper 3 and 4 of the
NEUTRAL PUMP 2 SWITCH
priority zone.
3
SYSTEM PUMP AND BOILER TURN ON WHEN ANY ZONE VALVE OPENS. NOTE 1: Terminals C are for
DHW PUMP TURNS ON ONLY WHEN PRIORITY ZONE CALLS. 2 WIRE ZONE VALVE TACO 4 WIRE ZONE VALVE
optional 24V thermostat
SECONDARY PUMP COMES ON WHEN ANY ZONE CALLS EXCEPT PRIORITY ZONE. (NO END SWITCH) 3 WIRE (POWER OPEN,
COMMON connections.
MUST USE JUMPER ZONE VALVE SELF CLOSING)
NOTE 2: Resistor (1KΩ, 1⁄2 W)
Powered from Transformer B may be needed between
Powered from Transformer A
W and C terminals.

Operation/External Diagnostics: When any thermostat calls for heat, Troubleshooting:

the appropriate zone valve is energized and the yellow light goes on. • Problem: Digital thermostats do not work correctly when connected
When the zone valve is fully open, the red light goes on and energizes to a zone valve control.
the end switch relay. The green light should always be on, indicating • Solution: Some thermostats are a “Power Stealing” type which means
that power is connected. they are powered by the zone control with just 2 wires (R & W). A resis-
Priority Operation: When zone 6 is switched to the priority setting and tor may be needed in order to have the thermostat work properly. This
is actuated, all other zones will stop operation until zone 6 is satisfied. resistor should be placed between the W & C (common) terminals of
When zone 6 is not switched to priority, all zones will operate indepen- the zone control. If the thermostat manufacturer does not supply a
dently. Note: When a circulator is used on the priority zone instead of a resistor, a 1000 ohm ½ watt resistor has proven to work with most mod-
zone valve, jumper 3 and 4 of the priority zone. els and is readily available at electronic supply outlets (e.g. Radio Shack).
Priority Protection Operation: When the priority zone calls contin- If the thermostat is battery powered, then check that the batteries are
uously for more than one hour, power is returned to all the other fresh and installed correctly.
zones, allowing each zone to function independently. Once the priori- • Problem: No heat in a zone or room of building.
ty zone is satisfied, the control's auto-reset is activated and the priority • Solution: LED diagnostic lights will help find a component that is
zone is again allowed to have priority for up to one hour starting from not working properly. The green LED should always be on, indicat-
when it calls next. ing that power is connected and the fuse is good. When there is a call
for heat, the yellow LED will come on indicating power to the zone
Specifications: valve. This indicates the thermostat is working correctly. When the
PRODUCT NUMBER INPUT MAX 24 VAC TYPE 1 ENCLOSURE
NUMBER OF ZONES VOLTAGE OUTPUT @ 25°C WIDTH HEIGHT DEPTH zone valve fully opens and its end switch makes contact, the red LED
ZVC406-4 6 with Priority 120/60/1 VAC, 3A 24 VA per Zone 121⁄4" 8" 3" will come on, the boiler turns on and a circulator will start if con-
40 VA per Transformer nected to the zone control.
The pump end switches are rated 1⁄6 hp, 5 amps at 120 VAC. The main and priority end switch connections
are rated 24 VAC, 1 amp. All thermostat and zone valve connections supply a 24 VAC class 2 output.
For information on Taco’s Zone Valve Controls
(ZVC) including catalog sheet, instruction sheets,
WARNING: Wiring connections must be made in accordance with all Visio stencils and our highly praised Zone Controls
applicable electrical codes. Use copper wire only. 120 VAC wiring must Wiring Guide, scan the QR code to the right or go
have a minimum temperature rating of 75°C. Failure to follow this to our website: http://www.taco-hvac.com.
instruction can result in personal injury or death and/or property
damage. 12-18 gauge wire recommended for 120 VAC connections,
14-22 gauge wire for thermostat connections, and 14-22 gauge wire for This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
24 VAC source connections. that may cause undesired operation.
 2 ZVC403–ZVC406 Zone Controls Connected Together with System Pump
TO: BOILER
THERMOSTATS (24VAC)
AQUASTAT RELAY

See NOTE 1

ZONE 4
120 VAC
INPUT PRIORITY
TRANSFORMER NOTE 1: Terminals C are for
X X R W C R W C R W C R W C ON
INSTALLED
FACTORY

24 VAC

POWER IN
N ISOLATED ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 optional 24V thermostat

5 AMP
24 VAC

FUSE
END SWITCH THERMOSTATS (24 VAC) PRIORITY OFF LED COMMON connections.
INDICATORS
H
POWER
ZVC 404 – 4
WHITE

T STAT 1 VALVE 1

FOUR ZONE T STAT 2 VALVE 2

ZONE VALVE CONTROL
BLACK

T STAT 3 VALVE 3

T STAT 4 VALVE 4
24 VAC ZONE VALVES PRIORITY
PUMP END ZONE 4 PUMP ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4
SWITCH END SWITCH
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
X X N/O COM N/C

JUMPER
JUMPER 1 3&4 NOTE 2: When a circulator
3&4 is used on the priority zone
2
PRIORITY instead of a zone valve,
3 ZONE jumper 3 and 4 of the
DRY MOTOR END
CONTACTS
TACO 3 WIRE SWITCH priority zone.
SYSTEM PUMP ZONE VALVE
(TURNS ON WHEN
ANY ZONE OPENS) 2 WIRE ZONE VALVE 4 WIRE ZONE VALVE
(NO END SWITCH) (POWER OPEN,
SELF CLOSING)
THERMOSTATS (24VAC)
MUST USE JUMPER

See NOTE 1

ZONE 4
PRIORITY
TRANSFORMER

WHITE X X R W C R W C R W C R W C ON
INSTALLED

POWER IN
FACTORY

24 VAC
5 AMP
ISOLATED ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4
24 VAC

FUSE
120 VAC END SWITCH THERMOSTATS (24 VAC) PRIORITY OFF LED
INPUT INDICATORS
BLACK
POWER
ZVC 404 – 4
T STAT 1 VALVE 1

FOUR ZONE T STAT 2 VALVE 2

ZONE VALVE CONTROL T STAT 3 VALVE 3

T STAT 4 VALVE 4
24 VAC ZONE VALVES PRIORITY
PUMP END ZONE 4 PUMP ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4
SWITCH END SWITCH
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
X X N/O COM N/C

JUMPER
JUMPER 1 3&4
3&4
2
PRIORITY
3 ZONE
MOTOR END
TACO 3 WIRE SWITCH
ZONE VALVE
Replacement Zone Valve Controls fuses part number: SR5A-005RP
(Manufacture: Littlefuse, Part Number: 229005)
2 WIRE ZONE VALVE 4 WIRE ZONE VALVE
Optional power stealing thermostat resistor part number: SRTR-001RP (NO END SWITCH) (POWER OPEN,
(Value: 1000 Ohms, 1/2 watt or higher) MUST USE JUMPER SELF CLOSING)

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

Taco, Inc. will repair or replace without charge has been subject to misuse, misapplication, the NESS IS IN EFFECT ONLY FOR THE DURATION
(at the company’s option) any product or part addition of petroleum-based fluids or certain OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH IN
which is proven defective under normal use chemical additives to the systems, or other THE FIRST PARAGRAPH ABOVE.
within three (3) years from the date of start-up or abuse, will not be covered by this warranty. THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL
three (3) years and six (6) months from date of If in doubt as to whether a particular substance OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR STATU-
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