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General| Brand | Curtis Instruments |
|---|---|
| Model | F Series |
| Category | Controller |
| Language | English |
Explains how to navigate and utilize the manual's content for understanding the controller.
Provides guidance on applying and configuring the F4-A controller for optimal performance.
Details the process for properly mounting the controller to ensure environmental protection and optimal heat dissipation.
Outlines essential safety measures and EMC mitigation design considerations for controller installation.
Describes the connections for battery and motor phase terminals, including fuse and contactor requirements.
Explains the use of the 35-pin AMPSEAL connector for logic and low-power signals, including component part numbers.
Lists available Inputs and Outputs (I/O) types, detailing their function and pin assignments.
Illustrates typical wiring configurations for various inputs, outputs, and CAN ports.
Describes the controller's digital input configurations and their specifications for switch interfacing.
Details the controller's support for various analog inputs and their allowable voltage ranges.
Explains the use of potentiometer inputs for throttles and their internal fault detection circuits.
Describes the low-side PWM drivers and digital drivers for loads like coils and LEDs, including their electrical specifications.
Details the 5-volt and 12-volt power supplies providing auxiliary power for low-power circuits.
Explains the connection of the keyswitch input and coil supply circuits for controller power and precharge.
Describes the two available CAN ports, their configurations, and supported protocols for communication.
Details the inputs for AC induction and synchronous motors, supporting quadrature encoders and Sine/Cosine sensors.
Explains the motor temperature sensor input that measures resistance for controller support.
Explains how motor poles, encoder pulses, and Max Speed parameter limit the maximum motor speed.
Describes the hardware and parameter-based voltage limits that protect the system from over/under voltage conditions.
Defines the fixed brownout voltage region where the controller bridge is switched off.
Groups programmable parameters into nested hierarchical menus, detailing each parameter and its operation.
Explains faults triggered when parameters are changed while the motor bridge is enabled.
Lists the tools used for programming, including PC-based CIT and the 1313 handheld programmer.
Describes how each parameter is presented in a detailed chart, including display name, allowable range, and description.
Provides definitions for terms used in setting parameters and commissioning the vehicle.
Introduces a simplified version of Speed Mode with fewer parameters for speed-controlled applications.
Offers comprehensive motor response parameters and tuning options for speed control.
Displays the status of all controller inputs, including analog and digital signals.
Shows the status of controller outputs, including PWM and driver current values.
Sets parameters for drive, regen, brake, and EMR current limits as a percentage of controller rating.
Displays real-time controller status, including current, temperature, and operational states.
Shows battery status variables such as BDI, keyswitch voltage, and battery current.
Outlines essential initial setup steps to ensure controller settings match the application.
Guides on determining correct motor parameters like Motor Type and Field Weakening.
Provides setup guidance specific to AC Induction Motors (ACIM).
Offers procedures for tuning vehicle performance after initial setup.
Provides procedures for setting up hydraulic systems, including lift and lower commands.
Explains how to obtain diagnostics information via status indicator, programmer, or CAN messages.
Provides an index of flash codes, fault names, CAN indexes, and corresponding pages for troubleshooting.
Describes the specific actions taken by the controller when a fault is detected, based on action codes.
Provides routine cleaning procedures for the controller exterior to prevent corrosion.
Explains how to access and clear the controller’s fault history file using programming tools.
Provides guidance on setting up PDO maps using the Curtis Integrated Toolkit for F-series controllers.
Discusses emissions and immunity standards and techniques to reduce EMC problems.
Outlines procedures for controller decommissioning and recycling according to OEM and landfill regulations.
Explains compliance requirements for Safety Related Parts of Control Systems under EN13849.
Summarizes programming tools like CIT and 1313 HHP, and their applications.
Describes the CIT software for configuring and communicating with Curtis products.
Guides on creating new projects within the CIT software for controller setup.
Details the installation of the vehicle CAN port and its wiring specifications.
Provides detailed electrical and mechanical specifications for the AC F4-A Controller.
