D314

tN2 Wiring Center 314 10/09

Installation & Operation Manual

Introduction
The tekmarNet®2 (tN2) Wiring Center 314 is designed to operate up to four zone pumps in a hydronic heating system. It
provides a convenient location to wire both thermostats and zone pumps while only requiring two wires to integrate with the
rest of the mechanical equipment. The 314 is for use with tekmarNet®2 Thermostats. These thermostats communicate with
the tN2 Wiring Center to provide a synchronized end switch that reduces cycling of equipment.

Features
• Four 115 V (ac) powered zone outputs
• For use with tekmarNet®2 Thermostats
Zone 1

Zone 2

Zone 3
Power
End Switch
tN2
• tN4 expansion terminals
Zone 4

Input Pow
er: 24 V
Control Load Class 2
(ac) ±10%
60 Hz
• Isolated end switch
:
End Switch: 11VA
Pump Rela 24 V (ac) 2 A
Zone Pow
ys: 115 V
er: 115 V
(ac) 5 A
(ac) 12 A
• External diagnostic LEDs
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• CSA C US Certified for use in USA and Canada
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Benefits
• Simple, convenient wiring location
• Compact enclosure for flexible installation
tN2 tN2
• Reduce equipment cycling through the use of
tN2 tN2

tekmarNet®2 Thermostats
Zone 1 tN2 tN2
Zone 2 tN2 tN2
Zone 3
Zone 4 H8004A
Zone 1 For use with
Power tN2 thermos
tats only
Zone 2
End Switch tN2
Zone 3
Zone 4
Expansion End Switch Input Power
C tN4 X X R C

Input Pow
er: 24 V
(ac) ±10%
60 Hz
Control Load Class 2
:
End Switch: 11 VA
Pump Rela 24 V (ac) 2 A
ys: 115 V
Zone Pow (ac) 5 A
er: 115 V
(ac) 12 A
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Meets Class
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15

Note
Use at least
167°F (75°C
) conductor
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• Not for use with tekmarNet®4 Thermostats

Table of Contents
Control Location .............................................................2 Sequence of Operation...................................................3
Mounting the Control ......................................................2 Application Drawings ...................................................4-5
Sizing the Transformer ...................................................2 Troubleshooting Guide.................................................6-7
Wiring the Control ...........................................................3 Technical Data ................................................................8

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 Caution
Improper installation and operation of this control could result intended and certified as safety limits must be placed into
in damage to the equipment and possibly even personal the control circuit. Do not attempt to service the control.
injury or death. It is your responsibility to ensure that this Refer to qualified personnel for servicing. There are no
control is safely installed according to all applicable codes user serviceable parts. Attempting to do so voids warranty
and standards. This electronic control is not intended for and could result in damage to the equipment and possibly
uses as a primary limit control. Other controls that are even personal injury or death.

Control Location
When choosing the location for the control, consider the • Provide adequate ventilation.
following: • Keep away from equipment, appliances or other sources
• Keep dry. Avoid potential leakage onto the control. of electrical interference.
RH 90 % in a non-condensing environment. • Locate the control near the zone valves and thermostats.
• Do not expose to temperatures beyond 32 to 122°F
(0 to 50°C).

Mounting the Control

• Remove the front cover of the Wiring Center by removing
the two screws in the cover. Zone Pump Output Wiring
• There are four holes in the back of the enclosure that
allow for mounting to a 4”x4” electrical box.
• The conduit knockouts provided on the sides of the Wiring
Center can be used to neatly route wiring to and from
the control. Wiring can also enter through the top of the
enclosure.
• Zone pump connections are located at the back and will
be placed inside the 4”x4” electrical box. Transformer
Note: The nonmetallic conduit entries on the sides of
the enclosure do not provide grounding between conduit
connections. Use bonding bushings and jumpers to provide
a continuous path to ground. 115 V (ac) Power Input

Sizing the Transformer

The 314 requires an external transformer. A tekmar Note: The total power capacity of the power supply should
Transformer 009 (or 009K which includes a 4”x4” electrical be larger than the total load of all the devices connected
box) can supply up to 40 VA, and includes an in-line fuse to the tN2 Wiring Center. This total load must not exceed
to protect the transformer. 98 VA.
In order to correctly size the external transformer, all loads
connected to the control must be taken into account. The following chart is provided to simplify transformer
• The Wiring Center 314 will draw approximately 3 VA sizing:
itself.
• tekmarNet®2 Thermostats draw about 2 VA each.

Zone 1 2 3 4
Transformer
Thermostat Control must exceed:
Load Load (VA)
Total Zone Load + + + + 3 VA

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Wiring the Control
External Power Supply Zone Pumps
It is strongly recommended that a transformer with an in- • Connect line voltage to the red zone power lead in order
line fuse be used in order to protect the control and the to supply the required power to the zone pumps.
transformer from high currents. The tekmar Transformer 009 • Connect one side of the zone pump to the black zone
includes a fuse. Once the transformer has been correctly pump output wires on the back of the 314. This output
sized as described on page 2, connect the 24 V (ac) leads will become energized when the zone calls for heat.
from the transformer to the R and C terminals marked “Input • Connect the other side of the pump to the neutral line on
Power” on the Wiring Center. the same circuit as the zone power input.
tekmarNet®2 Thermostats tN4 Expansion
The tN2 Wiring Center 314 is designed to operate with The Wiring Center acts as a link between tekmarNet®2
tekmarNet®2 Thermostats. They provide a synchronized Thermostats and other tN4 devices, such as a tN4 Boiler
end switch on the Wiring Center and communicate with Control, Zone Manager or Reset Module. It can also be
any other tN2 device on the system. used to add more zones to a tN2 House Control System.

• Connect the tN2 terminals from each thermostat to the • Connect the tN4 and C expansion terminals to the
corresponding terminals for each zone on the Wiring corresponding terminals on the external tN4 device.
Center. End Switch
The tN2 Wiring Center 314 can be used to provide a call
for heat to an external device without tN4 connections.
The end switch is an isolated dry contact relay rated for
2A at 24 V (ac).

Sequence of Operation
• When a thermostat calls for heat, it sends a message Synchronized End Switch
to the Wiring Center and the corresponding zone LED
turns on. Power is then supplied to the appropriate zone Using tekmarNet®2 Thermostats, the Wiring Center has
output as indicated by the LED. a synchronized end switch feature. This ‘synchronizes’
the start times of zones and reduces short cycling of
• The end switch relay (‘XX’) closes and the end switch
equipment connected to the Wiring Center’s end switch.
LED turns on. The switch remains closed as long as any
The net effect is increased system efficiency and reduced
zone is calling for heat. This can provide a boiler demand
wear on equipment.
to a reset module such as a tekmar Boiler Control 260.
• If the Wiring Center is connected to a tN4 bus, all
communication messages will pass through the 314’s
tN4 expansion connection. tN4 messages are required
in order to create a boiler demand on a device such as
a tekmar Boiler Reset Module 420.

Electrical Drawings
The electrical drawing examples on the following pages determine the necessary components for and configuration
show the 314 in common applications. These drawings of the particular system being designed including additional
have a brief explanation of what is being operated in each equipment isolation relays (for loads greater than the
system. Choose the components in your system and use controls specified output ratings) and any safety devices
the drawings as a guide to aid in wiring your system. which in the judgement of the designer are appropriate in
order to properly size, configure and design that system
These are only concept drawings, not engineered drawings.
and to ensure compliance with building and safety code
They are not intended to describe a complete system nor
requirements.
any particular system. It is up to the system designer to

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 Application Drawing 314 A1
Description: tN2 Wiring Center 314, four tekmarNet®2 Thermostats, and four zone pumps wired into a tekmar tN4 Zone
Manager and tN4 Boiler Reset Module.

See tN2 thermostat

section

tNt tNt

tNt tNt

thermostats on tN2 Boiler bus

Wiring Center 314 communicates Remotely mounted 314
to tN4 system control through tN4 314 connects to tN4 boiler
expansion (tN4 and C) Outdoor
Sensor control with only 2 wires

for wiring see figure below

OR
Connect the end switch (X, X) to
directly enable a boiler control
(see below)

For more information on tekmarNet®2 Thermostats, see the D527 Brochure.

tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2

Thermostat Thermostat Thermostat Thermostat
tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2

External
tN4 C
Connection
tN4
(ie: House Control
or Zone Manager)
tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 H8004A
Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4
For use with tN2 thermostats only
OR Zone 1 Power tN2
Zone 2 End Switch

Directly Enabled Zone 3

Input Power: 24 V (ac) ±10% 60 Hz
Boiler Control Zone 4 Class 2
Expansion End Switch Input Power

Control Load: 3 VA
C tN4 X X R C

T End Switch: 24 V (ac) 2 A

Pump Relays: 115 V (ac) 5 A
T Zone Power: 115 V (ac) 12 A

Made in Canada
tektra 1034-02

se tN2 Wiring Center 314

Fu Four Zone Pumps

Meets Class B: ICES & FCC Part 15 Use at least 167°F (75°C) conductors
Vlv
R
L
N C

tekmar 009
Transformer
24 V (ac)
See “Transformer Sizing” on Page 2
Pump Pump Pump Pump

GNL
115 V (ac)
Maximum Zone Power Input 115V, 12A

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Application Drawing 314 A2
Description: tN2 Wiring Center 314, four tekmarNet®2 Thermostats, and four zone pumps wired into a powered boiler
demand input on a device such as a tekmar Boiler Control 260.

See tN2 thermostat section

tNt tNt

tNt tNt

260
314 provides ‘boiler
Outdoor
Sensor 314 demand’ to the 260
through the Wiring
Center’s end switch

See A260 brochure for wiring See figure below for wiring

For more information on tekmarNet®2 Thermostats, see the D527 Brochure.

tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2

Thermostat Thermostat Thermostat Thermostat
tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2

tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 tN2 H8004A

Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4
For use with tN2 thermostats only
Zone 1 Power tN2
Zone 2 End Switch
Zone 3
Input Power: 24 V (ac) ±10% 60 Hz
Zone 4 Class 2
Expansion End Switch Input Power

Powered boiler demand Control Load: 3 VA

C tN4 X X R C

End Switch: 24 V (ac) 2 A

(ie: input into tekmar Pump Relays: 115 V (ac) 5 A
Outdoor Reset Control) Zone Power: 115 V (ac) 12 A

Made in Canada
tektra 1034-02

Fuse tN2 Wiring Center 314

Four Zone Pumps
R
L
N C Meets Class B: ICES & FCC Part 15 Use at least 167°F (75°C) conductors
Vlv

tekmar 009
Transformer
24 V (ac)
See “Transformer Sizing” on Page 2

Pump Pump Pump Pump

GNL
115 V (ac)
Maximum Zone Power Input 115V, 12A

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 Troubleshooting Guide
We expect your tekmarNet® system to operate trouble-free. If an error should occur, simply follow these steps:
1. Find: If a tekmarNet® Thermostat flashes on the bottom of the screen, it is indicating a problem on the system.
2. Identify: Match what is showing on the thermostat screen with one of the error messages shown in its manual.
3. Solve: The error could be a result of improper wiring at the Wiring Center. Follow the tests below for testing steps
and solutions.
The following information, in addition to any error messages found on a tekmarNet ® system, can be used to
locate problems in the system. Please refer to the thermostat manual for error code information.

General

The following tests are to be performed using standard

Test Meter
testing practices and procedures and should only be carried
### Control Terminals
out by properly trained and experienced persons.
A good quality electrical test meter, capable of reading
from at least 0-300 V (ac), 0-300 V (dc), 0-2,000,000
Ohms, and testing for continuity is essential to properly
test the wiring.

Testing the Input Power

1. Remove the front cover from the control. 4. If the transformer is being powered with line voltage and
2. Use an electrical test meter to measure (ac) voltage the power LED is not lit:
between the input power R and C terminals. The reading • If using the tekmar Transformer 009 check the field
should be 24 V (ac) + / – 10% and the power LED should replaceable transformer fuse in line with the 24 V (ac)
be lit green. output of the 009.
3. If power is not present and the light is off: • If the fuse is blown, determine the cause of the failure
before replacing the fuse.
• Check the circuit that supplies power to the tN2 Wiring
Center. • If a transformer other than the tekmar 009 is used then
a fuse may not be present. Verify that the transformer is
being fed the proper voltage. If the input voltage is correct,
and there is no output voltage, then the transformer is
likely damaged and should be replaced. Find the cause
of the overload before replacing the transformer. Ensure
transformer is sized for the entire load (See “Transformer
Sizing” on Page 2).

Testing the Thermostat Wires

tekmarNet®2 Thermostats 4. Go back to the original end of the wires and, using a
To test the tekmarNet®2 Thermostats, check the wires for wire nut, cap each tN2 wire individually so that these
continuity and shorts. ends cannot touch another conductor.
1. Disconnect the two tN2 wires at one end and twist them 5. Go to the other end of the wires and again, test for shorts.
together. Resistance should be infinite, or O.L. and there should
be no tone. If tone exists or less than 50 000 ohms is
2. Go to the other end of the wires and disconnect them.
found, then the wires are not insulated from one another.
3. Using an electrical test meter, check for continuity. This is generating a short on the wires connecting the
Resistance should read 0 ohms, or continuity should thermostats to the 314.
produce a tone. If not, this indicates that there are
6. Replace the damaged wires, test, and reconnect them
damaged wires connecting the thermostat to the 314.
to their proper terminals.
Repair or replace them as necessary.

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 Testing the tN2 Thermostat Connection Terminals 5 - 12
If the thermostat display turns on this indicates that the • If the DC voltage is 0 V (dc) for 10 seconds and then is
thermostat is operating correctly and there are no electrical 23 to 24 V (dc) for 5 seconds, this indicates the 314 is
issues. operating correctly.
In the event that a thermostat display does not turn on: • If the DC voltage remains at 0 V (dc) on the 314 for 20
seconds, there may be a fault on the 314. Contact your
1. Remove the tN2 wires from the affected zone on the
local tekmar sales representative for assistance.
314.
2. Use an electrical test meter to measure DC voltage
between the tN2 terminals on the 314 for 20 seconds.

Testing the Zone Pump Outputs

1. Using an electrical meter, test the voltage across the 4. Remove wire nut from zone power and cap 115 V (ac)
pump terminals on the zone pump: line voltage input wire with a wire nut for safety, then
• When the zone LED is off, the reading should be 0 V power the control back up.
(ac) and the pump should be off. 5. Use an electrical test meter to check for continuity
• When the zone LED is on, the reading should be 115 V between the zone power input and each zone pump
(ac) + / – 10% and the pump should be running. output.
• If voltage is present at the pump when the zone LED • When the zone LED is off, the resistance should be
is on, this indicates a fault with the pump. Refer to infinite or O.L. and there should be no tone.
troubleshooting information supplied by the pump • When the zone LED is on, the resistance should be 0
manufacturer. ohms, or continuity should produce a tone.
If the voltage is not present when the zone LED is on: 6. If the control passes the continuity test, this indicates a
1. Turn off power to the control and zone power Input. fault in the wiring between the control and the pumps.
Replace damaged or shorted wires, test, and reconnect
2. Remove the front cover from the control. them to their proper terminals.
3. Remove the Wiring Center from the junction box to
access the zone pump wires on the rear of the control.

Testing the tN4 Network

To test the tN4 Network, check the wires for continuity 4. Go back to the original end of the wires and, using a
and shorts. wire nut, cap each expansion wire individually so that
1. Disconnect the two tN4 expansion wires (tN4 and C) at these ends cannot touch another conductor.
one end and twist them together. 5. Go to the other end of the wires and again, test for shorts.
2. Go to the other end of the wires and disconnect them. Resistance should be infinite, or O.L. and there should
be no tone. If tone exists or less than 50 000 ohms is
3. Using an electrical test meter, check for continuity. found, then the wires are not insulated from one another.
Resistance should read 0 ohms, or continuity should This is generating a short on the wires connecting the
produce a tone. If not, this indicates that there are tN4 control to the 314.
damaged wires connecting the tN4 control to the 314.
Repair or replace them as necessary. 6. Replace the damaged wires, test, and reconnect them
to their proper terminals.

Testing the End Switch

If the tN4 expansion is not used to connect the tN2 Wiring 2. Use an electrical test meter to measure continuity across
Center to the system, the end switch may be used. the XX end switch terminals on the 314.
1. Remove the wires from the end switch terminals. • When the end switch LED is off, no continuity should be
present (no tone).
• When the end switch LED is on, continuity should be
present (tone).

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 Technical Data

tN2 Wiring Center 314; Four Zone Pumps

Packaged weight 1.41 lbs (0.64 kgs)
Enclosure O-Enclosure, blue PC+ABS UL94-5VA plastic
Dimensions 5.5” H x 5.5” W x 2.25” D (140 x 140 x 57 mm)
Approvals CSA C US, CSA 22.2 No 24 and UL 873, meets class B: ICES & FCC Part 15
Ambient conditions Indoor use only, 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C). RH 90% non-condensing
Power Supply 24 V (ac) ±10% 60 Hz, Class 2
Zone Pump Relays 115 V (ac) 5 A 1/6 hp
Pump Wire Wall Nuts 300 V (ac) 20 A
End Switch Relay 24 V (ac) 2 A
Zone Power Input 115 V (ac) 12 A maximum
The installer must ensure that this control and its wiring are isolated and/or shielded from strong sources of electromagnetic noise. Conversely, this Class
B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
However, if this control does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is determined by turning the control off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by re-orientating or relocating the receiving antenna, relocating the receiver with respect to this control,
and/or connecting the control to a different circuit from that to which the receiver is connected.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Limited Warranty and Product Return Procedure

Limited Warranty The liability of tekmar under this warranty is lim- Any representations or warranties about the Products made by Purchaser
ited. The Purchaser, by taking receipt of any tekmar product (“Prod- to its customers which are different from or in excess of the tekmar Lim-
uct”), acknowledges the terms of the Limited Warranty in effect at ited Warranty are the Purchaser’s sole responsibility and obligation. Pur-
the time of such Product sale and acknowledges that it has read chaser shall indemnify and hold tekmar harmless from and against any
and understands same. and all claims, liabilities and damages of any kind or nature which arise
out of or are related to any such representations or warranties by Pur-
The tekmar Limited Warranty to the Purchaser on the Products sold here- chaser to its customers.
under is a manufacturer’s pass-through warranty which the Purchaser
is authorized to pass through to its customers. Under the Limited War- The pass-through Limited Warranty does not apply if the returned Prod-
ranty, each tekmar Product is warranted against defects in workman- uct has been damaged by negligence by persons other than tekmar,
ship and materials if the Product is installed and used in compliance accident, fire, Act of God, abuse or misuse; or has been damaged by
with tekmar’s instructions, ordinary wear and tear excepted. The pass- modifications, alterations or attachments made subsequent to purchase
through warranty period is for a period of twenty-four (24) months from which have not been authorized by tekmar; or if the Product was not
the production date if the Product is not installed during that period, or installed in compliance with tekmar’s instructions and / or the local codes
twelve (12) months from the documented date of installation if installed and ordinances; or if due to defective installation of the Product; or if the
within twenty-four (24) months from the production date. Product was not used in compliance with tekmar’s instructions.

The liability of tekmar under the Limited Warranty shall be limited to, at THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
tekmar’s sole discretion: the cost of parts and labor provided by tekmar OR IMPLIED, WHICH THE GOVERNING LAW ALLOWS PARTIES TO
to repair defects in materials and / or workmanship of the defective prod- CONTRACTUALLY EXCLUDE, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
uct; or to the exchange of the defective product for a warranty replace- IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
ment product; or to the granting of credit limited to the original cost of the A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, DURABILITY OR DESCRIPTION OF THE
defective product, and such repair, exchange or credit shall be the sole PRODUCT, ITS NON-INFRINGEMENT OF ANY RELEVANT PATENTS
remedy available from tekmar, and, without limiting the foregoing in any OR TRADEMARKS, AND ITS COMPLIANCE WITH OR NON-VIOLA-
way, tekmar is not responsible, in contract, tort or strict product liabil- TION OF ANY APPLICABLE ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH OR SAFETY
ity, for any other losses, costs, expenses, inconveniences, or damages, LEGISLATION; THE TERM OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY NOT HEREBY
whether direct, indirect, special, secondary, incidental or consequential, CONTRACTUALLY EXCLUDED IS LIMITED SUCH THAT IT SHALL
arising from ownership or use of the product, or from defects in work- NOT EXTEND BEYOND TWENTY-FOUR (24) MONTHS FROM THE
manship or materials, including any liability for fundamental breach of PRODUCTION DATE, TO THE EXTENT THAT SUCH LIMITATION IS
contract. ALLOWED BY THE GOVERNING LAW.
Product Warranty Return Procedure All Products that are believed to
The pass-through Limited Warranty applies only to those defective Prod- have defects in workmanship or materials must be returned, together
ucts returned to tekmar during the warranty period. This Limited War- with a written description of the defect, to the tekmar Representative
ranty does not cover the cost of the parts or labor to remove or transport assigned to the territory in which such Product is located. If tekmar
the defective Product, or to reinstall the repaired or replacement Product, receives an inquiry from someone other than a tekmar Representative,
all such costs and expenses being subject to Purchaser’s agreement and including an inquiry from Purchaser (if not a tekmar Representative) or
warranty with its customers. Purchaser’s customers, regarding a potential warranty claim, tekmar’s
sole obligation shall be to provide the address and other contact informa-
tion regarding the appropriate Representative.

tekmar Control Systems Ltd., Canada, tekmar Control Systems, Inc., U.S.A.
Head Office: 5100 Silver Star Road, Vernon, B.C. Canada V1B 3K4, 250-545-7749, Fax. 250-545-0650 Web Site: [Link]

Product design, software and literature are Copyright © 2009 by: All specifications are subject to change without notice.
tekmar Control Systems Ltd. and tekmar Control Systems, Inc.
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