Zoning

Reference
Guide

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Table of Contents
Introduction

Braeburn Zone Systems: Comfort on Demand

What is a Zoning System?

The Braeburn Advantage

The Best Value in Zoning Today

Understanding Zoning Duct Systems

Understanding Bypass System Ductwork

What is a Bypass System Duct?

Eliminate the Bypass by Oversizing Each Branch

Install a Barometric Bypass

Install an Electric Bypass

Understanding Zone Controllers

Using the Zone Panel with Multi-Stage Equipment

10

Understanding the Zone Controller Display

11

Conguring Zone Panels

14

Additional Features for the 3-Zone Panels

16

2-Zone and 3-Zone Panel Checkout

16

2-Zone Panel Comfort Features

17

2-Zone Panel Economy Features

17

3-Zone Panel Comfort Features

17

3-Zone Panel Economy Features

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Copyright 2008 by Braeburn Systems LLC

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This guide is intended to be used as a source of general information and reference guide about zone
systems and their associated equipment. It provides an overview of the practices and standards
associated with zone system.
This guide is not intended to be used as an instruction manual by untrained persons, nor to be used
as a standard for design, manufacturing, testing, or installation of zone systems.
Although every effort has been made to make the information in this publication accurate, Braeburn
assumes no liability for damages that may result from the use of this guide.

Introduction
Braeburn Zone Systems: Comfort on Demand
Given the opportunity, more than half of building owners want to improve the comfort and
energy efficiency of their home or business.

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Comfort

Why are so many owners dissatisfied with their comfort of their building?
Even the best thermostats will only monitor the temperature in the area
around the thermostat. Now consider second and third stories or interior
walls that divide a building into rooms with different solar, glass, or wind
loading. The result can be a 10 degree or more difference between the area
around the thermostat and the rest of building.
The result of having a large temperature spread is uncomfortable occupants.
According to industry data, even a 5 degree difference will cause a fourfold increase in complaints.
Zoning solves this problem by reducing or completely eliminating the large
temperature variation that can come from uneven HVAC loads. Occupant
comfort is increased, and complaints can be reduced.

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Energy Savings

Up to 30 percent of the costs of heating and cooling can be reduced by

making sure areas are not over or under air conditioning. Usually, parts
of buildings are improperly air-conditioned when the centrally located
thermostat responds to the temperature around the thermostat and areas
away from the thermostat are already too hot or too cold, or do not need
to be conditioned.
Costs are also increased when the areas away from the thermostat are not
occupied. Without zoning control, the average heating or air conditioning
system will send conditioned air throughout the entire house or building
even if there are no plans for the area to be occupied or used.
Zoning solves this problem by guiding conditioned air to the areas that are
in use or actually require air-conditioning. Using setback thermostats will
result in additional savings by making sure the zone panel only calls for
conditioning at the right time. The result can be up to a 30 percent savings
in energy costs.

What is a Zoning System?

A zoning system is made up of the following items:

THERMOSTAT in each zoned area.

The thermostats can be off-the-shelf, single stage,
programmable or non-programmable units. They do not need
any special connections or settings.

ZONE CONTROL PANEL with a power transformer.

Zone panels run off the same kind of power transformer as
thermostats and air conditioning equipment. The zone control
panel is the brains of the system, and has a built in computer
to monitor the thermostats, the HVAC equipment and to open
and close the dampers. The transformer is the usual 40VA,
24 VAC type.

DAMPERS for each of the zoned areas.

Dampers are usually wired and powered directly from the zone
control panel. The job of the dampers is open or close and let
conditioned air ow to where it is needed. The dampers can
be either power open-power close or spring return with power
close.

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BYPASS DAMPER for the system.

Most HVAC equipment is designed to operate with air owing
through the entire system. When zoning is applied to a system,
and only a few dampers are open, the bypass damper relieves
excess air pressure back into the return air.

SUPPLY AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR.

To help ensure the system runs at the proper temperature when
only a few dampers are open, a supply air temperature sensor
may be used by the zone panel to moderate the system output.

SYSTEM DUCTWORK AND HVAC EQUIPMENT.

Properly sized ductwork and equipment is the key to a
successful zoning installation. Cost savings will be made when
installing one properly sized HVAC system with zoning verses
installing two or more separate systems. A later section of this
guide will help your understanding of the special requirements of
ductwork for zoning systems.

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The Braeburn Advantage

The Best Value in Zoning Today
Braeburn is one of the fastest growing indoor comfort and climate control manufacturers in
the United States. Our dedicated team of specialists will help provide the best value for your
customers application requirements. Braeburn products are available to contractors via our
global network of HVACR distributors.
Founded in 2001, our corporate headquarters is located in Montgomery, Illinois just west
of Chicago. This facility is the central hub for all of our customer service, engineering, and
business activities. Braeburn offers a complete line of zone control products that are shipped
to our global customers from our modern UPS Supply Chain Solutions distribution center
in Louisville, Kentucky. Our thermostats, zone panels, round dampers, and accessories
generally ship within 24 hours from our main distribution center in Louisville. Rectangular
dampers are custom made to order and shipped within 72 hours from our manufacturing
facility in Lubbock, Texas.
At Braeburn, were committed to providing you the quality you would expect from a world
class company. Our Quality by Design product philosophy focuses on core engineering,
manufacturing, and reliability testing processes to ensure you receive the product quality you
can count on with every job!
From our Builder and Premier thermostats to our complete line of zone controls, we provide
solutions to lower energy costs and increase comfort in any home or business environment.
Our innovative value-added features, reliability, and contemporary designs make us the
brighter choice in indoor comfort and climate control. Its easy to see why Braeburn is The
Best Value in Zoning Today.

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Understanding Zoning Duct Systems

When designing and installing zoned ductwork, follow all codes and regulations having
authority over the installation. The following tips should help your zoning installation:
The HVAC system must be sized to provide conditioning for the entire area.
Whenever possible, do not over or under size the equipment. Better results will
be achieved with capacity control such as equipment staging.
Zone controls are not intended to balance air flow. Using good design practices
and a properly balanced flow will give the best results.
Areas that have extreme differences in temperature that would require constant
opposite calls may get better results with additional HVAC equipment. Opposite
mode calls work best with zoning when the calls are transition in nature rather
than constant opposite modes.
When determining duct sizes for zoning, we recommend both the whole building
load calculation as well as a room-by-room load calculation.
Once the total CFM of the system has been determined, size the dampers using
the damper chart below. Consider using at least the design CFM to leave margin
for the maximum CFM when multiple dampers are closed. The total CFM of the
system should be at least the total design CFM of the dampers.
The duct system for each branch should be designed to accommodate the
maximum design CFM for each damper. Following this guideline will help ensure
that the system is quiet even when only a single zone is receiving airflow.
Damper Sizing Chart
Damper Size

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Design CFM

Maximum CFM

6 Inch

100

200

7 Inch

150

250

8 Inch

200

300

9 Inch

300

450

10 Inch

400

600

12 Inch

600

900

14 Inch

1000

1400

16 Inch

1500

2000

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Understanding Bypass System Ductwork

zone dampers

return air
ducts
return air
plenum

supply air
sensor

bypass
duct

coil

electric or
barometric
bypass damper

furnace

filtration
system

In many zoning installations it is necessary to install a bypass damper. A bypass damper will
help the HVAC equipment maintain rated CFM past the heat exchangers and blower motor. If
a system does not have a bypass, and only a few dampers are open, excess supply plenum
pressure may be created. The result can be system limit trip-outs, excess noise, coil icing, or
other problems. The bypass damper is installed in the bypass system duct.

What is a Bypass System Duct?

It is a connection between the supply side and the return side air plenum. The connection
uses a bypass damper to open when needed. The bypass damper can either be electric, that
opens a damper with an electric motor when needed, or barometric (think barometer) that
opens up a weighted door when the system pressure increases.
Braeburn recommends using one of three methods to control excess supply plenum pressure.
The best method will be determined based on the specific requirements of the application
such as cost, type of duct system used, actual duct design, and the ability to install a bypass
duct in tight equipment locations.
Three common methods are:
1. Eliminate the bypass by oversizing each branch of the duct system so that each
branch is capable of flowing the system CFM.

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2. Install a barometric bypass damper in the bypass duct from the supply plenum to
the return air plenum. Size the bypass duct by using a formula that subtracts the
smallest zone CFM from the total system CFM to determine the bypass CFM. As
an example with a total system CFM of 1200 and a smallest zone CFM of 700,
the bypass needs to be 1200-700=500 CFM.
3. Install an electric bypass damper in the bypass duct from the supply plenum to
the return air plenum. Sizing an electric bypass damper using the same sizing
formula as the barometric bypass damper.

Eliminate the Bypass by Oversizing Each Branch

This option is usually used on two zone systems that are about the same size and HVAC
load. It can be acceptable to oversize the ductwork in each zone so that when only one
of the two zones is open, all the air produced by the indoor blower is applied to the open
zone. Many installers have been successful by sizing each zone to handle about 75% of the
system CFM. This duct design has advantages and disadvantages. One advantage is that
no bypass duct or damper is required; and the systems operating temperature and pressure
should be normal. One disadvantage is lower duct pressure when both zones are calling.
This means that the systems ability to throw the air to the outside walls may be diminished.
Carefully calculating the face velocity in FPM at the diffusers can help.

Install a Barometric Bypass

This low cost option uses a short duct between the
supply plenum and the return air plenum. The Braeburn
barometric bypass is installed in this duct. The purpose
of the bypass duct is to allow the excess pressure from
the supply plenum to escape into the return air plenum.
Excess pressure is routed to the return air plenum by
adjusting the bypass damper. The bypass damper is
adjusted so that when all zones are open the bypass
damper is lightly closed. As supply dampers close and pressure builds in the supply air
plenum, the pressure pushes the bypass damper open. A simple, adjustable weight is used
to properly position the damper.
Adjusting a barometric bypass damper is simple and requires no instruments.
1. Install the bypass damper with the arrow pointed from the supply side to the
return side.
2. Ensure the damper blade pivot shaft is horizontal to the ground and the large part
of the damper blade is down.

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3. In normal operation, the weight arm will lift up when pressure increases. If the air
is flowing left to right, position the weighted arm at 4:00. If the air is flowing right
to left, position the arm 8:00 when no zones are calling.
4. Adjust the weighted arm so that the damper is barely closed when all zones are
calling.

Install an Electric Bypass

This option also uses a short duct between the supply plenum and
the return air plenum, but uses an electrically controlled damper to
reduce excess plenum pressure. The electrically controlled damper
is powered from a static pressure sensor that is mounted into the
plenum. As pressure increases in the supply plenum, the static
pressure sensor will register this increase and power the motorized
damper open slowly so as to relieve the excess pressure. As the
pressure is removed, the static pressure sensor will stop opening
the damper when the plenum pressure becomes less than the setpoint on the static pressure sensor.
Installing an electric bypass requires just a few steps.
1. Install a power open / power close damper and bypass duct from the supply side
to the return side.
2. Mount the static pressure controller on a vertical surface near where the pressure
sensor will be installed into the supply plenum.
3. Mount the pressure sensor into the supply plenum so the air blowing past the
tube, and not directly into the end.
4. Wire the damper, the static pressure controller and the start position relay as
shown in the SPC instructions.
5. Turn the HVAC blower on high and insure all zones are open.
6. Use a flat head screwdriver to slowly turn the setscrew on the SPC clockwise.
When you start to get near the right adjustment point, the damper blade on the
bypass damper will start to close and then stop. Continue moving the setscrew
clockwise until the damper is barely closed. The proper set-point is when all
zones are calling with the fan on high, and the bypass damper is just staying
closed.
7. Confirm the wiring by turning off all zones. The bypass damper should power
open and stay open. If the wiring is wrong, startup will be noisy because the
bypass damper will power close when the zones are turned off.

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Understanding Zone Controllers

Braeburn zoning controllers serve as the brains of the zoning system. The zone controllers
have a built-in computer to monitor the thermostats and the HVAC equipment, and to open
and close the dampers. All equipment is connected to the zone panel.
The zone panel has connections to hook up thermostats.
The zone panel has connections to the HVAC equipment.
The zone panel has connections to power the zone dampers.
The zone panel has a connection for 24-volt power just like the HVAC
equipment.
The 3-zone panel has connections to the air plenum to monitor the air supply
temperature.
When the zone panel is running, here is what happens:
At rest, when no zones are calling for heating or cooling, all dampers are open and the fan
is off.
As soon as a thermostat calls for a temperature change in one or more of the zones, the zone
panel reacts by making several changes. First, all dampers other than the calling zone(s)
close. Then, the heating or cooling equipment is turned on along with the corresponding fan
control. The system continues in this state until one of two things happen:
The first case occurs when the zone is satisfied. The equipment is turned off, along with the
fan control, and all dampers return to their open state.
The second case occurs when a zone is heating or cooling and an opposite call occurs
from one or more of the other thermostat zones. An opposite call is a call for heating when
the system is already cooling, or a call for cooling when the system is already heating. The
opposite call can be handled one of two ways:
Zone 1 Priority ensures opposite calls are only answered if they are either from
zone 1, or match the last call from zone 1. This method is used when you have
an area that should get the highest priority, and the kind of call from that area sets
the mode (heating or cooling) for the rest of the building.
The zone panel can also be configured to handle opposite mode calls with a
timer. This mode is called All Priority.

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 All Priority allows the existing call to continue for 15 or 20 minutes, and then starts
to switch over even if the first call is not done. The switchover starts with a purge,
where the heating or cooling equipment is shut off, while the fan continues to
run with the dampers left just like they were. With the equipment off, and the
fan running, the conditioned air is purged from the system until the air is nearly
room temperature. At that time, the zone controller switches on the equipment
for the opposite mode, and opens the dampers for the opposite calling zone, and
closes the original calling zone dampers. The switchover is now complete.
The system will continue in this state until either the call is satisfied, or if the opposite mode
calls, in which case, the entire purge/changeover cycle will start over again. This normal
operating mode for the zone panel will continue until all thermostats no longer call for heating
or cooling.

Using the Zone Panel with Multi-Stage Equipment

All Braeburn zone panels are designed to work with multi-stage HVAC equipment. The 2-zone
panel will work with two heating stages and one cooling stage. The 3-zone panel will work
with up to three heating and two cooling stages. If multi-stage equipment is attached to the
zone panel, additional features will be used to maximize occupant comfort and economy.
The Braeburn 2-Zone Panel monitors the amount of time a heating call has lasted. Calls that
do not last very long will make maximum use of the more economical first stage. If the call is
not satisfied after 20 minutes, the zone panel automatically activates the second stage.
The Braeburn 3-Zone Panel monitors time and the plenum temperature to maximize
economy. The plenum temperature sensor helps the equipment stage by looking at the supply
temperature and comparing it to the high or low limit. If the temperature differs by more than
the fixed amount from the limit, the zone panel will permit staging. If the supply temperature
approaches the limit, the panel will shut off the second stage. If the supply temperature
crosses the high or low limit, the panel turns off the equipment, and switches the fan on until
the temperature comes back into limits. The 3-zone panel can also control a two speed fan.
Depending on the installer preferences, the fan can switch to high speed if either two zones
or two stages are calling.

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Understanding the Zone Controller Display

All Braeburn Zone panels provide easy to read indicators to determine the state of the zone
panel. By looking at the indicators, it is easy to determine the status of the dampers and
equipment.
Braeburn 2-Zone Panel Indicators
Function

Color

Callout

Description

Panel Heartbeat

Green

Flashes once per second when normal

Equipment RH Power

Red

Indicates power at equipment RH

terminal

Equipment RC Power

Red

Indicates power at equipment RH

terminal

Panel Power

Green

Indicates 24VAC available to panel

Zone 1 Damper

Dual

Red when closed; green when open

Zone 2 Damper

Dual

Red when closed; green when open

Braeburn
2-Zone

JI REMOVE TO SEPARATE
RH AND RC TERMINAL

RH

THERMOSTAT1

R
Y
G

NON HP
NORMAL
REV VALVE B
FAN GAS
OPP CALL 20
LOCKOUT NONE
PRIORITY ALL

HEAT PUMP
DUAL FUEL
O
ELEC/HP
15
ACTIVE
ZONE1

RC
Y
G
W1
EH
W2
O/B

EQUIPMENT

FLASHING
WHEN NORMAL

THERMOSTAT2

COM

Z1-PC

PWR

J2-SHORT CYCLE
PROTECTION

24V

Z2-PO

24C

COM

EMERGENCY
HEAT

OFF

Z1-PO

DAMPER 2

Z2-PC

DAMPER 1

ON

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Braeburn 3-Zone Panel Indicators

Function

Color

Thermostat 1,2 and 3 R

Red

Callout
1

Description
Zone thermostats power monitor

Thermostat 1,2 and 3 Y

Yellow

Zone thermostats compressor call

Thermostat 1,2 and 3 G

Green

Zone thermostats fan call

Thermostat 1,2 and 3 W

White

Zone thermostats heating call

Panel Power

Green

Indicates 24VAC available to panel

Equipment Rh Power

Red

Indicates Power at equipment Rh terminal

Equipment Rc Power

Red

Indicates Power at equipment Rc terminal

Equipment Y1

Yellow

Indicates a rst stage compressor call

Equipment Y2

Yellow

Indicates a second stage compressor call

Equipment G

Yellow

The zone panel has turned on Fan Stage 1

Equipment G2

Yellow

The zone panel has turned on Fan Stage 2

W1/E/W3

White

Heating call depending on conguration

W2 / O - B

Orange

Heating or valve control depending on

conguration

EM Heat

Yellow

Indicates Emergency Heat has been

activated

Zone 1 Damper

Dual

Red when closed; green when open

Zone 2 Damper

Dual

Red when closed; green when open

Zone 3 Damper

Dual

Red when closed; green when open

Panel Heartbeat

Green

Flashing once per second when normal

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SUPPLY TEMP

HI TEMP
LO TEMP
PURGE
DELAY

RH
Y1

HI/LOW LIMIT
CUTOUT ADJUST

J2-SHORT CYCLE
PROTECTION

SA1
SA2

FLASHING WHEN NORMAL

Y
G

NON HP
NORMAL
REV VALVE B
FAN GAS
OPP CALL 20
LOCKOUT NONE
PRIORITY ALL
G2 W/2-ZONES

W
C
R
Y
G

HEAT PUMP
DUAL FUEL
O
ELEC/HP
15
ACTIVE
ZONE1
2-STAGES

EMERGENCY
HEAT
ON

OFF

Z1-PO
COM
Z1-PC
Z2-PO
COM
Z2-PC

6
6

PWR

24V

COM

24C

Z3-PC

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DAMPER 3

Z3-PO

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DAMPER 2

3-Zone

DAMPER 1

Braeburn

W1
EH
W2
O/B

SUPPLY TEMP

THERMOSTAT3

THERMOSTAT2

THERMOSTAT1

Y2
G
G2

EQUIPMENT

1
Y

RC

JI REMOVE TO SEPARATE
RH AND RC TERMINAL

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Conguring Zone Panels

All Braeburn Zone Panels feature easy to configure DIP switches that eliminate concerns
about configuration loss after a power failure. The installer can also tell at a glance that the
panel is set up properly prior to leaving the job site. Which is faster for the installer? Go back
through 25 menu steps verses one glance at the DIP switches to insure a panel is set up
properly.
Both the 2-zone and the 3-zone panel use similar DIP switch setup, while the 3-zone has
additional features for temperature control of staging.
Braeburn 2 Zone Panel Conguration
Switch
Number

Switch Label

Switch Function

Non-HP / Heat Pump

Conventional or heat pump control of W/Y

Normal / Dual Fuel

HP 1st stage lockout on 2nd stage call

Rev Valve B / O

O/B terminal active in heating (B) or cooling (O)

Fan Gas / Elec & HP

Fan controlled by HVAC system or panel

Opp Call 20 / 15

Opposite call answer time in minutes

Lockout None / Active

2nd stage lockout without 2 zones calling

Priority All / Zone 1

Changeover priority zone 1 or rst call

J1

Separate RH RC

Remove for dual transformer installation

J2

Short Cycle Protection

When on, panel provides compressor short cycle

protection. When off, HVAC equipment provides
short cycle protection

J1 jumper

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2-Zone

JI REMOVE TO SEPARATE
RH AND RC TERMINAL

RH

NON HP
NORMAL
REV VALVE B
FAN GAS
OPP CALL 20
LOCKOUT NONE
PRIORITY ALL

HEAT PUMP
DUAL FUEL
O
ELEC/HP
15
ACTIVE
ZONE1

RC
Y
G
W1
EH
W2
O/B

EQUIPMENT

FLASHING
WHEN NORMAL

J2-SHORT CYCLE
PROTECTION

J2 jumper

EMERGENCY
HEAT
ON

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Braeburn 3 Zone Panel Conguration

Switch
Number

Switch Label

Switch Function

Non-HP / Heat Pump

Conventional or heat pump control of W/Y

Normal / Dual Fuel

HP 1st stage lockout on 2nd stage call

Rev Valve B / O

O/B terminal active in heating (B) or cooling (O)

Fan Gas / Elec & HP

Fan controlled by HVAC system or panel

Opp Call 20 / 15

Opposite call answer time in minutes

Lockout None / Active

2nd stage lockout without 2 zones calling

Priority All / Zone 1

Changeover priority zone 1 or rst call

G2 W2-Zone / 2 stages

High speed fan will come on when 2 zones or

2 stages call

J1

Separate RH RC

Remove for dual transformer installation

J2

Short Cycle Protection

When on, panel provides compressor short

cycle protection. When off, HVAC equipment
provides short cycle protection

J1 jumper

SUPPLY TEMP

HI TEMP
LO TEMP
PURGE
DELAY

JI REMOVE TO SEPARATE
RH AND RC TERMINAL

HI/LOW
temp cutout
adjustment

RH
RC

J2 jumper

Y1

J2-SHORT CYCLE
PROTECTION

W1
EH
W2
O/B

EQUIPMENT

HI/LOW LIMIT
CUTOUT ADJUST

Y2
G
G2

Braeburn
3-Zone

NON HP
NORMAL
REV VALVE B
FAN GAS
OPP CALL 20
LOCKOUT NONE
PRIORITY ALL

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HEAT PUMP
DUAL FUEL
O
ELEC/HP
15
ACTIVE
ZONE1

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Additional Features for the 3-Zone Panels

The Braeburn 3-Zone Panel has additional features to control staging by monitoring the
temperature of the HVAC plenum. By using the Hi and Lo Temp cutout switches the installer
can configure the panel to operate in the most economical mode.
When the 3-zone panel is configured for a conventional system, the panel will upstage the
heating equipment if the plenum temperature is 25 degrees less than the cutout. If the panel
is configured for heat pump, staging occurs at 10 degrees less than cutout. The same limits
are used for cooling staging.
The limit switches are located directly below the 3-zone panel LED. The display informs the
user of the panel condition and the plenum supply temperature.
Braeburn 3-Zone Panel LED
Function

Color

Description

Purge Indicator

Yellow

Indicates user zone purge underway

Delay Indicator

Yellow

Indicates user panel is in a timed wait period

Lo Temp Indicator

Red

Indicates user Lo Limit has been exceeded

Hi Temp Indicator

Red

Indicates user Hi Limit has been exceeded

Supply Temp Indicator

Red

Indicates supply plenum temperature

2-Zone and 3-Zone Panel Checkout

The installer guide for both panels includes a complete checklist for the installer to use to
ensure the zoning system is functioning properly. The checkout steps include:
Apply power to the panel and ensure the panel-condition LEDs illuminate.
Switch on zone 1 thermostat and ensure conditioned air is only moving into zone
1.
Switch on the remaining zone thermostats one zone at a time and ensure
conditioned air is only moving into that zone.
Test the emergency heat and air-conditioning equipment if the outside temperature
permits.
Shut off all zones and confirm purge cycle and bypass operates as expected.
Restore thermostats to their normal operating condition.

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2-Zone Panel Comfort Features

Allows for two separate thermostats to measure the hot and cold spots
Helps the heating and cooling system to direct energy to where it is needed
Functions automatically without the homeowner opening and closing vents
Prevents over-cooling the downstairs to keep the upstairs comfortable
Works in the spring, summer, winter, and fall

2-Zone Panel Economy Features

Saves almost $2000 to the contractor over installing two separate systems
Uses the homeowner energy dollars wisely by heating and cooling only when and
where needed.
Reduces maintenance costs of two systems to one system
Built in system purge directs all remaining HVAC energy to the calling zones
Built in opposite mode calling switches from heating to cooling using time based
economy algorithm. Can be priority of zone 1 or from first calling zone

3-Zone Panel Comfort Features

Allows for three separate thermostats to measure the hot and cold spots
More precise direction of the heating and cooling system energy to where it
is needed
Functions automatically without the homeowner opening and closing vents
Can balance an entire house, removing over and under-conditioning problems
Works in all seasons of the year, spring, summer, winter and fall

3-Zone Panel Economy Features

Saves almost $3000 to the contractor over installing 3 separate systems
Provides even more energy savings by heating and cooling precisely where
needed
Lowers maintenance costs from three systems to one system
Optimum control of staging based on actual plenum temperature
Built in system purge directs all remaining HVAC energy to the calling zones
Built in opposite mode calling switches from heating to cooling using time based
economy algorithm (can be priority of zone 1 or the first calling zone)

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Braeburn Products

Braeburn offers a wide variety of indoor control products. From our

cost effective thermostat line to our innovative zoning products, we
have a solution for residential and commercial applications.

866.268.5599 (Voice U.S. Toll-Free)

630.844.2543 (Fax Worldwide)
+1.630.844.1968 (Voice Outside the U.S.)
Visit our website at www.braeburnonline.com
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