COMPUTHERM Q4Z zone controller (for controlling 1 to 4 heating zones) Operating Instructions

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1 COMPUTHERM Q4Z zone controller (for controlling 1 to 4 heating zones) Operating Instructions

2 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE ZONE CONTROLLER As the boilers usually have only one connection point for thermostats, a zone controller is needed in order to divide the heating system into zones, to control the zone valves and to control the boiler from more than one thermostat. The zone controller receives switching signals from the thermostats, controls the boiler and gives commands to open/close the heating zone valves (max. 4 zones) associated with the thermostats. It can control 1 to 4 heating zones, which are regulated by a wired switch-operated thermostat. The zones can operate independently from each other or, in case of need, all zones can operate at the same time. 2

3 To control more than 4 zones at a time we recommend using 2 or more COMPUTHERM Q4Z zone controllers. In this case, the potential-free connection points controlling the boiler (NO and COM) should be connected to the boiler in parallel. 2. THE CONNECTION POINTS OF THE ZONE CONTROLLER, MOST IMPORTANT TECHNICAL DATA Each of the 4 heating zones have an associated pair of connection points; one for a room thermostat and one for a zone valve/pump. The thermostat of the first zone (T1) controls the zone valve/pump of the first zone (Z1), the thermostat of the second zone (T2) controls the zone valve/pump of the second zone (Z2) etc. Following the heating command of the 3

4 thermostats, 230V AC voltage appears on the connection points of the zone valves associated with the thermostats, and the zone valves/pumps connected to these connection points open/start. For ease of use, the connection points associated with the same zone have the same color. The first and second zones, beside their regular connection points, also have a joint connection point for a zone valve/ pump (Z1-2). If any of the first two thermostats (T1 and/or T2) switches on, then beside the 230V AC voltage appearing at Z1 and/or Z2, 230V AC voltage appears on Z1-2 too, and the zone valves/pumps connected to these connection points open/ start. This Z1-2 connection point is suitable to control the zone valves/pumps in such rooms (e.g. the hall or the bathroom), 4

5 which do not have a separate thermostat, do not need heating at all times but need heating when any of the first two zones heat. The third and fourth zones, similarly to the first and second zones, have a joint connection point for a zone valve/pump (Z3-4), too. If the third and/or fourth thermostat (T3 and/or T4) switches on, then beside the 230V AC voltage appearing at Z3 and/or Z4, 230V AC voltage appears on Z3-4 too. Moreover, the four heating zones also have a joint connection point for a zone valve/pump (Z1-4). If any of the four thermostats (T1, T2, T3 and/or T4) switches on, then beside the 230V AC voltage appearing at Z1, Z2, Z3 and/or Z4, 230V AC voltage appears on Z1-4 too. This Z1-4 connection point is suitable to control the heating in such rooms (e.g. the hall or the bathroom), 5

6 which do not have a separate thermostat, do not need heating at all times but need heating when any of the four zones heat. This connection point is also suitable for controlling a central circulating pump, which starts whenever any of the heating zones starts. When the delayed start of the boiler function is activated (see the next paragraph), the delay is applicable for the Z1-4 connection point too. The first, second, third and fourth zones also have a joint potential-free connection point that controls the boiler (NO and COM). These connection points clamp shut following the heating command of any of the four thermostats, and this starts the boiler. This connection point is also equipped with a delaying circuit. In case of using an electro-thermal zone valve 6

7 that operates slowly and all the zones are closed when the boiler is inactive, then the boiler should be started with a delay in order to protect the pump of the boiler. This delay is activated in the ON position of the jumper (black plug) DELAY (the delay is 4 minutes). There are some zone valve actuators (e.g. Honeywell VC4013) that needs a fix phase, a switched phase and a neutral connection to operate. The connection points of the fix phase are next to the (POWER INPUT) indicated by the FL FL sign. The connections of the fix phase are only operating when the power switch is turned on. Due to the lack of space there is only two connection points. By joining the fix phases four actuators can be operated. 7

8 The 8A fuse on the right side of the power switch protects the components of the zone controller from electrical overload. In case of overloading the fuse cuts off the electric circuit, protecting the componets. If the fuse has cut off the circuit, check the appliances connected to the zone controller before turning it on again, remove the broken components and the ones that cause overloading, then replace the fuse. 3. LOCATION OF THE DEVICE It is reasonable to locate the zone controller near the boiler and/or the manifold in a way, so that it is protected from dripping water, extreme heat and mechanical damage. 9

9 connection points controlling the boiler connection points of the heating zones fuse (8A) fix phase (working, when the power switch is turned on) connection points of the thermostats DELAY jumper 8 connection points for power supply

10 4. INSTALLING THE ZONE CONTROLLER AND PUTTING IT INTO OPERATION The device must be installed and connected by a qualified professional. Warning! Modifying the socket can cause electric shock or product failure. To install the zone controller, detach its rear panel from its front panel by loosening the screws at the bottom of the cover. By this, the connection points of the thermostats, the zone valves/pumps, the boiler and the power supply are unblocked. Select the location of the zone controller near the boiler and/or the manifold and create the holes on the wall for installation. 10

11 Connect the wires of the needed heating equipment (the wires of the thermostats, the zone valves/pumps and the boiler) and the wires for power supply as shown in the figure below. ATTENTION! The operating voltage of the thermostats, zone valves and pumps connected to the zone controller is 230V AC, the maximum loadability of the zones is 1A (0,5A inductive load) per zone. This information should be considered at the installation. The size of the connection points of the COMPUTHERM Q4Z zone controller allow at most 2 or 3 devices to be connected in parallel to any heating zone. If more than this is needed for any of the heating zones (e.g. 4 zone valves), then the wires 11

12 of the devices should be joined before they are connected to the zone controller. After connecting all the wires to the zone controller, mount its rear panel on the wall with the screws provided. In case of using an electro-thermal zone valve that operates slowly and all the zones are closed when the boiler is inactive, then the boiler should be started with a delay in order to protect the pump of the boiler. This delay is activated in the ON position of the jumper (black plug) DELAY. (Under the factory default settings this function is inactive.) Replace the front cover of the device and secure it with the screws at the bottom of the cover. 12

13 Connect the zone controller to the mains network. 5. USING THE ZONE CONTROLLER After installing the device, putting it into operation and turning it on with its switch (position ON), it is ready for operation, which is indicated by the illuminated state of the red LED light with sign POWER and the blue LED light with sign A/M on the front panel. Then, following the heating command of any of the thermostats, the zone valves/pumps associated with the thermostat open/start and the boiler also starts. (When the delayed start of the boiler function is activated, then the start of the boiler and the 230V AC appearing at connection point Z1-4 is delayed by 4 minutes.) 13

14 Pressing the A/M button separates the thermostats from the zone controller. In this case, the boiler and the heating zones can only be started manually, without any temperature inspection. The continuously illuminated blue LED indicates automatic (thermostat-controlled) mode, while its switched off state indicates manual mode. This function might be needed for example, if the battery has run down in one of the thermostats. In manual mode, pressing the 1, 2, 3, and/or 4 buttons of the zone controller unit turns on or off the boiler and opens/closes the zone valves associated with the heating zones. The operation of a heating zone is indicated by the illuminated red LED light associated with it. By pressing the A/M button again or by pressing the RESET button, the device quits manual control and resumes automatic (thermostat-controlled) operation, which is indicated by the illuminated blue LED light.

15 TECHNICAL DATA Any switch-operated room thermostat can be connected to the zone controller, whose output relay has a loadability of 230V AC, min. 1A (0.5A inductive load). Supply voltage: 230V AC, 50Hz Standby power consumption: 0.5W Voltage of the zone outputs: 230V AC, 50Hz Loadability of the zone outputs: 1A (0.5A inductive load) Loadability of the relay that controls the boiler: 230V AC, 50Hz, 6A (2A inductive load) Delay period of the relay controlling the boiler: 4 minutes Storage temperature: -10 C +40 C

16 The COMPUTHERM Q4Z type zone controller complies with the EU EMC 2004/108/EC; LVD 2006/95/EC and RoHS 2011/65/EU Manufacturer: QUANTRAX Kft. Fülemüle u. 34., Szeged, H-6726, Hungary Tel: Fax: Web: