Installation Guide
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Instruction Sheet
SR501-EXP-4 Switching Relay
POWER
ZONE 1
LED
INDICATORS
FUSE
6 AMP
FUSE
6 AMP
SR 501-EXP-4
POWER
CONTROLS
SLAVE
PRIORITY ON
RESET
PRIMARY PUMP ON
POST PURGE ON
PRIORITY PROTECT ON
PUMP EXERCISE ON
30 SEC/2 WK
MASTER
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
NORMAL
4 MIN/24 HOUR
ACCESSORY
PORT
120 VAC
INPUT
CIRCULATOR
HN/O N H
120 VAC
CIRCULATOR
PRIMARY
OUTPUT
N/C
INPUT
120 VAC
PRIMARY
CIRCULATOR
(OPTIONAL)
T
O: "TT" on Boiler Aquastat
THERMOSTAT
END
SWITCH
RESET
OVERRIDE
THERMOSTATEXPANSION
X
WR
X 1A 2CB
TO: DHW Aquastat if PC70
0
  Boiler Reset is installed.
  (See Page 2.)
T
24 VOLTS AC ONLY
C
SINGLE ZONE
EXPANDABLE SWITCHING RELAY
Operation: When the thermostat calls for heat, the circulating pump
is energized and the isolated end switch (X and X) will start the boiler.
Priority Operation: When the priority dip switch is set to ON and the
zone is actuated, all other connected zoning panels will stop operation
until the zone is satisfied. When  the priority  dip switch is set to  OFF
and the zone is actuated, all other connected zoning panels will oper-
ate independently.
Mode Operation: When the mode dip switch is set to NORMAL, the end
switch relay will be energized if any zone is in operation. When the mode
dip  switch  is  set  to  RESET,  the  end  switch  relay  will  only  be  energized
through the operation of a plug-in reset control or closure of Priority Input.
Primary Pump Operation: When the dip switch is set to OFF, the pri-
mary  circulating  pump  output  will  not  energize  when  zone  calls  for
heat. When the dip switch is set to ON, the primary circulating pump
output will energize when zone calls for heat.
Post Purge Operation: When the dip switch is set to ON, the circula-
tion pump output will stay energized for 2 minutes after its thermostat
or aquastat is satisfied, but not operate the boiler.
Priority Protection Operation: When the dip switch is set to ON and
the zone (priority) on master zone panel calls for heat continuously for
more than one hour, then power is returned to the space heating zones
allowing all the zones to function independently. Once the zone (pri-
ority) on master zone panel is satisfied, the control’s auto-reset is acti-
vated and the zone is again allowed to have priority for up to one hour. 
Pump Exercise Operation: When the dip switch is set to ON, the solid
state  timer  cycles  all  the  circulating  pumps  that  are  attached  to  the
Expandable  Switching  Relay  at  the  selected  time  interval.  The  time
interval can be set for the pumps to run for either 30 seconds every 2
weeks or for 4 minutes every 24 hours.
End Switch: The switch closes when the thermostat calls for heat and
the mode switch is set to NORMAL. The end switch also closes when
the mode switch is set to RESET and a PC Series boiler reset power con-
trol is calling for heat.
Expansion Connections: Set the expansion switch to MASTER on the
switching relay that has the designated priority zone or is utilizing the
PC Series plug-in option. Set all other daisy chained controls to SLAVE.
Using thermostat wire (18-22 gauge) connect between terminals A, B,
C  on  the  master  control  to  the  corresponding  A,  B,  C  on  the  SLAVE
control(s). Controls may be daisy chained up to 20 zoning panels using
any combination of -EXP controls (120 zones if all are 6 zone panels).
Thermostat Input (24 vac):
R Hot side of transformer. Connect to R on thermostat.
W Switched R signal from thermostat. Connect to W on thermostat.
C Common side of transformer. Connect to COM on 
thermostat (optional).
120 VAC Connections (N is Neutral, H is Hot):
Power Input Connect 120 Volt AC power.
Primary Primary Pump (optional)
N/O Zone Circulator Zone
N/C Zone Normally closed terminal for the Circulator Zone.
Will deactivate on a thermostat call.
N Connect to pump neutral leads.
External  Diagnostics:  Externally  visible  lights  show  full  functionality  of  the
switching  relay.  The  green  light  should  always  be  on, indicating  that  power  is
connected. When the  thermostat calls  for  heat, both  the appropriate circulator
and red indicating light are energized.
WARNING: Wiring connections must be made in accordance with all applicable electrical codes. Use copper wire only. 120 VAC wiring must have
a minimum temperature rating of 75°C. Failure to follow this instruction can result in personal injury or death and/or property damage. 12-18 gauge
wire recommended for 120 VAC connections, 14-22 gauge wire for thermostat connections, and 14-22 gauge wire for 24 VAC source connections.
Wiring Diagram:
Features:
Front External Indicator Lights
Ideal for Retrofitting
Primary Circulator Output
Simplified Wiring
Add-On Power Controls
Sealed Relays
Compact Design
Fuse Protected
100% Factory Tested
Isolated End Switch
UL Approved
Expandable to 20 Zoning Panels
(120 zones if all are 6 zone
panels)
Contractor Friendly PC Board 
Layout
Universal Thermostat
Compatibility
24 volt Power Input or Output
Terminal
Extended 3 Year Warranty
Made in the USA
SLAVE
ZONE PRIORITY ON
RESET
P
RIMARY PUMP FUNCTION ON
POST PURGE ON
PRIORITY PROTECTION ON
PUMP EXERCISE ON
30 SEC/2 WK
MASTER
OFF
NORMAL
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
4 MIN/24 HOU
R
Dip Switch Settings:
Specifications:
PRODUCT NUMBER INPUT MAXIMUM TYPE 1 ENCLOSURE
NUMBER OF ZONES VOLTAGE COMBINED LOAD WIDTH HEIGHT DEPTH
SR501-EXP-4 1 120/60/1 VAC 12 amps 4
7
/8" 6
5
/8" 2
3
/8"
All circulator relay connections, including ZC/ZR, are rated 
1
/3 hp (6 FLA, 36 LRA) at 120 VAC.
The end switch connection is rated 24 VAC, 1 amp.
The thermostat connection supplies a 24 VAC class 2 output.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,  and (2)
this  device  must  accept  any  interference  received,  including  interference  that  may
cause undesired operation.
For more wiring diagrams, visit www.taco-hvac.com. 
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