1 — OVERVIEW
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Return to TOC Curtis Model 1226 – September 2019
• Programmable momentary switching options
• +5V and +14V external power (120mA)
Valuable Additional Features
• Automatically compensates for changes in motor condition to ensure optimum drive
performance at all times.
• Multi-mode provides for two distinct and programmable control modes (indoor/outdoor
modes).
• Power Saver function prevents the controller from draining the battery when the vehicle
is inactive.
• Battery Discharge Indicator output.
• Single channel speed sensor input for limiting the maximum speed.
• Adjustable brake hold voltage reduces heating of the Brake Coil.
• Output driver for connecting an external status LED.
• Horn driver output.
• Integrated LED status indicator.
• Brake light driver output option.
• Speed limit pot input.
Meets or Complies with Relevant US and International Regulations
• EMC: Designed to the requirements of EN12895:2015.
• Safety: Designed to the requirements of EN1175-1:1998+A1:2010, EN (ISO) 13849-1.
• UL 583 (pending).
• Electronics sealed to IP54 per IEC 60529.
Regulatory compliance of the complete vehicle system with the controller installed is the responsibility
of the vehicle OEM.
GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CONTROLLER
Read and apply the information in this manual. While you need to be familiar with the entire manual,
the following chapters are particularly critical to the proper operation of the 1226 controller:
• Installation and Wiring (page 4)
• Programmable Parameters (page 27)
• Monitor Menu (page 56)
• Initial Setup (page 62)
• Tuning Vehicle Performance (page 66)
• Diagnostics and Troubleshooting (page 74)
For technical support, contact the Curtis distributor where you obtained your controller or the Curtis
sales-support oce in your region.