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Taco ZVC405 timer addition

I would like to add a timer to my ZVC405 controller. Can someone tell me if this is possible and where to begin? Thanks!

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  • Sam81
    Sam81 Member Posts: 37
    What would u like to control
  • This is one way I would do it.


    8.33 lbs./gal. x 60 min./hr. x 20°ΔT = 10,000 BTU's/hour

    Two btu per sq ft for degree difference for a slab
  • HVACNUT
    HVACNUT Member Posts: 5,804
    You're looking for a time delay? For what purpose?
    Are you looking to delay the opening of the zone valves, or delay the burner or gas valve from energizing?
  • He may want it installed in a commercial or multi-residential building where he can't prevent the occupants from messing with the thermostats.
    8.33 lbs./gal. x 60 min./hr. x 20°ΔT = 10,000 BTU's/hour

    Two btu per sq ft for degree difference for a slab
  • swongman
    swongman Member Posts: 5
    Hi Guys, I want just want to add time control to the zone valves.
  • STEVEusaPA
    STEVEusaPA Member Posts: 6,506
    swongman said:

    Hi Guys, I want just want to add time control to the zone valves.

    I think what we're getting at is "Why"?
    What are you trying to accomplish so we can give you the best answer?
    steve
  • swongman
    swongman Member Posts: 5
    Thanks, guys.
    If we leave our tile floors in the master bath on, the master suite heats up too much. We really just want warm floors in the morning. This is a California house, so the "cold" is not so extreme. Here is our system.


  • delta T
    delta T Member Posts: 884
    Does the bathroom floor have its own thermostat? I would just replace the thermostat with a programmable one and use that as your timer.
  • hot_rod
    hot_rod Member Posts: 22,024
    I agree a programable t-stat may be ideal, especially if you can get a sensor into, or below the floor. Then a not to exceed, not to fall below, daily programability and a timer function could all be in one control.

    Most all the new smart stats could handle this, Ecobee for example.

    If you use spring wound timer they are somewhat noisy, a solid state would need power to operate.
    Bob "hot rod" Rohr
    trainer for Caleffi NA
    Living the hydronic dream
  • Wellness
    Wellness Member Posts: 138
    I second @hot_rod. But if you insist on installing a timer, I recommend the EMX DTM-9. They are a little pricey but easy to program. You can watch a youtube video on it here:
    Sam81
  • swongman
    swongman Member Posts: 5
    edited September 2019
    Thanks for all the info, this is great!

    From Hot Rod - "I agree a programable t-stat may be ideal, especially if you can get a sensor into, or below the floor. Then a not to exceed, not to fall below, daily programability and a timer function could all be in one control."

    We have Viega digital thermostat controls on the wall with three wires. The EMX DTM-9 suggested by Wellness looks cool, but we don't want just a timer. Am I missing something? Why can't I just replace our Viega 18050 ProRadiant Digital Thermostat with a timer thermostat? Is there something special about it radiant systems that I cannot use something like a Honeywell 7-day programmable unit?

  • swongman
    swongman Member Posts: 5
    Well, we don't want just a timer, but a timer thermostat. Am I missing something?Why can't I just replace our Viega 18050 ProRadiant Digital Thermostat with one that can like a Honeywell 7-day programmable unit?
  • HVACNUT
    HVACNUT Member Posts: 5,804
    The Honeywell Prestige TH9320. Don't do WiFi. I dont know what you said but this should do it.