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Belimo ZIP Economizer ™ Software version 1.10.000 Installation and Operation Manual • Technical Specifi cations • Installation and Wiring • Menu Sequence • Setup and Confi guration • Service and Commissioning • Sequence of Operation • Alarms • Troubleshooting...
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Through its superior fault detection and diagnostics (FDD), it troubleshoots faults, initiates alarms, and reconfigures for best operation. Up to 10 alarms are stored as historic ECON-ZIP-BASE ZIP Economizer Base Unit alarms and with operating hours, makes troubleshooting and maintenance easier. Base unit designed to provide most common economizer functions;...
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Retrofi t Kits Actuator Shaft Adapter allows easy retrofi t from Honeywell® Shaft ECON-ZIP-ACT black box motors (M7XXX) to Belimo spring return actuator M4x8 Screws (4) using existing linkage and crank arm assembly. Locking Nuts (4) Bracket with hole patterns to mount the LF Series actuator,...
Power supply 24 VAC ± 20%, 50/60 Hz; Class 2 power source Type Name Description Electrical Specifi cation 4 VA base control (ECON-ZIP-BASE) Input Supply Hot 24 VAC, ± 20%, 50/60Hz 5.5 VA base control with Energy Module Input Fan Signal (occupied) On/Off, 24 VAC, ±...
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Existing refrigeration safety devices may exist, consult RTU wiring diagram If RTU is not a Heat Pump using a conventional thermostat and it is desired to record heating operation hours, connect W1 to ECON-ZIP-BASE. Actuators can be mounted in parallel with the ACT3 output from the ZIP Economizer. The ACT5 feedback input should be wired to the Outside Air damper actuator feedback wire.
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Existing refrigeration safety devices may exist, consult RTU wiring diagram If RTU is not a Heat Pump using a conventional thermostat and it is desired to record heating operation hours, connect W1 to ECON-ZIP-BASE. Actuators can be mounted in parallel with the ACT3 output from the ZIP Economizer. The ACT5 feedback input should be wired to the Outside Air damper actuator feedback wire.
Input AUX2 ± Potentiometer 2-10 VDC Power consumption rating* 1.5 VA (ECON-ZIP-EM), 5.5 VA Input (ECON-ZIP-BASE + ECON-ZIP-EM) Connectors 1/4" male spade connectors Environmental RoHS, conformally coated Indoor fan speed selection 100'000 cycles @ inrush current of 3A, normal current 1.5A...
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W1 must be wired for Heat Pump operation if conventional thermostat is used in conjunction with Defrost Board. If Thermostat and RTU use O/B control reversing valve position, O/B must be wired to W1 on ECON-ZIP-BASE. Not supplied by Belimo.
Light / Pilot Technical Data Relay Power supply 24 VAC ± 20%, 50/60Hz, class 2 power source Power Source should be same as ECON-ZIP-BASE Power consumption rating* 2.5 VA (ECON-ZIP-COM), 6.5 VA (ECON-ZIP-BASE + ECON-ZIP-COM) Not Supplied by Belimo Connectors 1/4"...
ECON-ZIP-10K ZIP Economizer™ Temperature Sensor Installation Avoid mounting in areas where acid fumes or other deteriorating vapors can attack the metal parts, or in areas where escaping gas or other explosive vapors are present. Mount the sensor in a position that will allow for proper clearance for installation, servicing, wiring, and removal.
ECON-ZIP-TH ZIP Economizer™ Temperature and Humidity Sensor Installation Avoid mounting in areas where acid fumes or other deteriorating vapors can disintegrate the metal parts of the module’s circuit board, or in areas where escaping gas or other explosive vapors are present. You must mount the sensor in a position that will allow for proper clearance for installation, servicing, wiring, and removal.
ZIP Economizer Setup and Configuration Quick Setup WARNING Live Electrical Components! During installation, testing, servicing and troubleshooting of this product, it may be necessary to work with live electrical components. Have a qualifi ed licensed electrician or other individual who has been properly trained in handling live electrical components perform these tasks.
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Mechanical Cooling, reverse this process and then drive to Vent Min a. When the “Vent Min Pos” submenu is displayed press “OK” to Position. When used with a Belimo actuator, the actuator will speed up to parameterize (fl ashing). reduce test time.
0-2000 b. Range of 0-2000ppm 2. Attach the Energy Module ECON-ZIP-EM to the ZIP Economizer 4. Power RTU and enter Settings Menu. ECON-ZIP-BASE. Note: When the CO sensor is powered and 0-10 VDC is available at CO and CO , the ZIP Economizer will recognize the CO...
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1. You will need a VFD rated for Fan enable relay; single pole, single throw supply fan HP. 2. You will need to have a ZIP Economizer ECON-ZIP-BASE and an Energy Module ECON-ZIP-EM. +24V (Start/ 3. You will also need a separate...
ZIP Economizer Multiple Actuator Configuration Configuring Multiple Actuators When using the ZIP Economizer on a Rooftop Unit (RTU) that has more than one damper that is not mechanically linked, the ZIP Economizer can drive a maximum of (3) -SR actuators. The actuators must be wired in parallel with the ACT3 output from the ZIP Economizer. The ACT5 feedback input on the ZIP Economizer should be wired to the Outside Air Damper actuator feedback wire.
ZIP Economizer Menu Sequence Documentation Menu Flow Keypad Key Definition Moves up through the menu on the Moves down through the menu on Enter sub menu level. Escape sub menu to Show additional same level. Will increase values by the same level. Will decrease values Start editing a setting.
ZIP Economizer Menu Sequence Documentation Monitor Live Conditions Status line Any key Monitor Live Service and Settings Present Devices Alarm Conditions Commissioning Sub menu (1)(3) Suppy Air Temp Compressor 2 Climate Zone xxx.x°F Start_xxxsec Stop_xxxsec Outdoor Temp Economizer (3)(4) xxx.x°F Changeover error disabled Outdoor Humid...
ZIP Economizer Menu Sequence Documentation Settings Status line Any key Monitor Live Service and Settings Present Devices Alarm Conditions Commissioning Sub menu ZIP Code Canada xxxxxx xxxxx xxxxxx Heat Pump Op HP(O)=pow=Cool HP(B)=pow=Heat HP(W1)=pow= Heat Compressors Selected/ Detected Message Devices 1 Fan 2Speed Compressor Qty Exh Fan Install...
ZIP Economizer Menu Sequence Documentation Present Devices Status line Any key Monitor Live Service and Present Devices Settings Alarm Conditions Commissioning Sub menu Compressor 1 Compressor 2 Exh Fan Install Fan 2Speed CO2 Sensor OAH Sensor OAT Sensor RAH Sensor Only displayed if device is connected and functioning.
ZIP Economizer Menu Sequence Documentation Alarms Status line Any key Monitor Live Service and Alarm Settings Present Devices Conditions Commissioning Sub menu Current Alarms Historic Alarms Delete Alarms Explore dynamic Explore dynamic Explore dynamic alarm list alarm lis alarm list Only displayed If an alarm exists.
ZIP Economizer Service and Commissioning Manual Mode Status line “Manual Mode” Any key Any key Service and Return to Monitor Live Manual Mode Settings Present Devices Alarm Automatic Conditions Commissioning Logic override See next pages for Acceptance Test details Damper Scaling Acceptance Test Manual Mode Ventilation...
ZIP Economizer Service and Commissioning Economizer Test Status line Any key Any key Service and Return to Monitor Live Settings Present Devices Alarm Automatic Conditions Commissioning Damper Scaling Manual Mode Acceptance Test Push ok if ExhF Damper closing stops esc if no Dmp xxx% EF xxx Economizer Test...
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ZIP Economizer Service and Commissioning Ventilation Test Status line “Acceptance Test” Any key Any key Service and Return to Monitor Live Settings Present Devices Alarm Automatic Conditions Commissioning You may use the Settings menu & Damper Scaling Manual Mode Monitor menu to Acceptance Test set &...
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ZIP Economizer Service and Commissioning DCV Test Status line “Acceptance Test” Any key Any key Service and Return to Monitor Live Settings Present Devices Alarm Automatic Conditions Commissioning Manual Mode Damper Scaling Acceptance Test Up/Down arrow DCV Test past other tests Push ok to run Push ok disable DCV Test...
ZIP Economizer Menu Structure Tables Settings Menu Item Parameter Default Range Notes Setting of either US or Canada code required for Economizer Operation. Setting the ZIP code automatically confi gures the economizer high limit change 00000 5 Digit Num over temperature to comply with local energy code. If the user desires a different high limit value, this can be modifi...
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ZIP Economizer Menu Structure Tables Menu Item Parameter Default Range Notes Setting the minimum position required for Economizer Operation. This is where the outdoor damper minimum position is set. This is the position that the damper will travel to during occupied periods (when terminal G on economizer is powered).
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ZIP Economizer Menu Structure Tables Menu Item Parameter Default Range Notes High Limit ZIP Code 60-80°F Dependent 16-27°C Dry Bulb If the High Limit Change Over Setpoint that was determined by the ZIP Code setup 28 BTU/lb 25-28 BTU/lb is deemed to be not desirable for the application, then it can be modified here. 47 kJ/kg 40-52 kJ/kg High Limit...
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ZIP Economizer Menu Structure Tables Monitor Live Conditions Menu Item Parameter Range Notes -40.0 to 158.0°F Supply Air Temp Displays live SAT at the discharge of the evaporator coil. -40.0 to 70.0°C -40.0 to 158.0°F Outdoor Temp Displays live OAT within outside air hood at damper inlet. -40.0 to 70.0°C Outdoor Humid 5.0 to 100.0 %...
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ZIP Economizer Menu Structure Tables Menu Item Parameter Range Notes Fixed dry bulb Displayed when only OAT sensor connected (ECON-ZIP-10K). Fixed enthalpy + Fixed dry Displayed when an OAT and OAH sensor connected (ECON-ZIP-TH). bulb Economizer Operation by Diff enthalpy + Fixed dry Displayed when an OAT and OAH sensor used but either value is not present.
ZIP Economizer Method of Operation Sequence of Operation Minimum On and Minimum Off Time States This strategy prevents the compressors from “short-cycling”. Virgin State • IF any Compressor is energized The ZIP Economizer comes shipped from the factory in this state. “Setup Incomplete”...
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ZIP Economizer Method of Operation • If Outdoor Air Enthalpy is 1 btu/lb less than Return Air Enthalpy High Limit Changeover OR Outdoor Air Enthalpy is greater than reference enthalpy high limit (Four possibilities depending on installed sensors) DEHL (30 btu/lb) Note: Economizing is enabled based on one of the following and becomes OR OAT is greater than reference differential temperature high limit active in Free Cooling and Integrated Cooling.
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ZIP Economizer Method of Operation Ventilation Mechanical Cooling • Outdoor air may or may not be suitable “for free cooling”. • Outdoor air ambient conditions are analyzed by one of the 4 changeover strategies above (Single or Differential Dry Bulb; Single or Differential •...
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ZIP Economizer Method of Operation Freeze Protection Damper Override • Outdoor air is suitable “for free cooling”. • IF Remote Dmp Cntrl is turned on (enabled) in Settings menu • Y1 may or may not be energized depending on thermostat call for stage AND G powered 1 cooling.
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ZIP Economizer Method of Operation Exhaust Fan (Operates only in Free Cooling and Integrated Cooling.) Economizer Test (NA7.5.4) Note: In theory, if Exh Fan On Pos/Low Exh Fan Pos for damper % is set very • This is an automatic functional and verifi cation test that moves the damper low, then Exhaust Fan could also run in other modes (Ventilation, Mechanical, 100% open/100% closed/and minimum position and switches on CC1 and DCV).
ZIP Economizer Alarms Alarm from Sequences - MMI Display Alarm Text OAT Sensor out of range economizing is disabled OAT Sensor not detected economizing is disabled OAH Sensor out of range economizing is disabled OAH Sensor not detected economizing is disabled OAH Sensor out of range operation by diff temp OAH Sensor not detected operation by diff temp RAT Sensor out of range operation by OAT dry bulb...
ZIP Economizer Fault Detection and Diagnostics (FDD) Table CA Fault Diagnostic Action Fault Detection Problem Potential Cause (in addition to alarm stored / transmitted) Code Sensor is returning a • Economizing functionality disabled OAT sensor • Thermistor failure value that is out of the •...
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ZIP Economizer Fault Detection and Diagnostics (FDD) Table CA Fault Diagnostic Action Fault Detection Problem Potential Cause (in addition to alarm stored / transmitted) Code • Intended configuration of differential enthalpy Sensor previously not completed or OAH sensor failed RAH sensor installed is not detected •...
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ZIP Economizer Fault Detection and Diagnostics (FDD) Table CA Fault Diagnostic Action Fault Detection Problem Potential Cause (in addition to alarm stored / transmitted) Code • Logic reconfigured to ignore devices attached to Energy Module, although maintains settings in memory Expansion module •...
VDC. Using a voltmeter set to read AC input voltage at TH sensor terminal R, verify that there is 24 VAC +/- 20% (19 VAC – Sensor out of range 29 VAC). If input voltage is not with in range, verify input voltage at ECON-ZIP-BASE terminals R and C, if also out of range, economizing is disabled”...
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11.0 VDC. Using a voltmeter set to read AC input voltage at TH sensor terminal R, verify that there is 24 VAC +/- 20% (19 Display shows “RAH VAC – 29 VAC). If input voltage is not with in range, verify input voltage at ECON-ZIP-BASE terminals R and C, if also out of sensor out of range range, troubleshoot RTU control circuit.
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Using a voltmeter set to read AC input voltage at TH sensor terminal R, verify that there is 24 VAC +/- 20% (19 VAC – 29 RAH Sensor. VAC). If input voltage is not present, check continuity of wiring between ECON-ZIP-TH sensor and ECON-ZIP-BASE, If voltage A Sensor is Not Display shows “RAH...
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action • Check Low Pressure control. Compressor safety open • Check High Pressure control. Alarm • Check Compressor Current protector. “Compressor 1 Not Detected” Compressor contactor Check that there is resistance through the coil and compare to min requirements in technical document. coil bad Alarm “Compressor 2...
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