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Curtis 1236SE - User Manual

Curtis 1236SE
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Manual
Models 1232E/34E/36E/38E
and 1232SE/34SE/36SE
Enhanced AC Controllers
for Induction Motors
and Surface Permanent Magnet Motors
Read Instructions Carefully!
Specications are subject to change without notice.
© 2015 Curtis Instruments, Inc. ® Curtis is a registered trademark of Curtis Instruments, Inc.
© The design and appearance of the products depicted herein are the copyright of Curtis Instruments, Inc. 53134, OS30 11/24/2015
Curtis Instruments, Inc.
200 Kisco Avenue
Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
www.curtisinstruments.com
» Software Version OS 30.0 «

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • M
    Monica BaileyAug 17, 2025
    What to do if Curtis Controller shows Overcurrent Shutdown?
    • J
      Jill JonesAug 17, 2025
      If your Curtis Controller shows an Overcurrent Shutdown, it indicates that the phase current exceeded the current measurement limit. This can be caused by: 1. An external short in the phase U, V, or W motor connections. 2. Mis-tuned motor parameters. 3. A defective controller. 4. Speed encoder noise problems. To clear this, cycle KSI (Key Switch Input).
  • S
    Steve KingAug 19, 2025
    What to do if my Curtis 1236SE displays a Current Sensor Fault Shutdown?
    • S
      Steven EdwardsAug 19, 2025
      If your Curtis Controller displays a Current Sensor Fault Shutdown, it means the controller's current sensors have an invalid offset reading. This can occur due to: 1. Leakage to the vehicle frame from phase U, V, or W (short in motor stator). 2. A defective controller. To clear the fault, cycle KSI.
  • D
    Daniel JacksonAug 22, 2025
    Why does my Curtis Controller show a Precharge Failed Shutdown?
    • E
      Emily PowersAug 23, 2025
      A Precharge Failed Shutdown on your Curtis Controller indicates that the precharge process failed to charge the capacitor bank to the KSI voltage. This can be due to: 1. Refer to the Monitor menu, Battery: Capacitor Voltage for more details. 2. An external load on the capacitor bank (B+ connection terminal) preventing charging. To resolve this, cycle the Interlock input or use the VCL function Precharge().
  • M
    Mary KingAug 26, 2025
    How to troubleshoot a Precharge Failed error on a Curtis 1236SE Controller?
    • H
      Heather MartinAug 26, 2025
      Precharge failure in a Curtis Controller means the precharge has failed to charge the capacitor bank to the KSI voltage. This can be caused by an external load on the capacitor bank (B+ connection terminal) preventing charging. To clear it, cycle the Interlock input or use the VCL function Enable_Precharge().
  • M
    Marco BeltranAug 28, 2025
    What to do if Curtis 1236SE Controller shows Severe Undertemp Shutdown?
    • W
      William RasmussenAug 28, 2025
      If your Curtis Controller displays a Severe Undertemp Shutdown, it means the heatsink temperature is below -40°C. This can happen because: 1. Refer to the Monitor menu, Controller: Temperature for more details. 2. The controller is operating in an extreme environment. To clear this, bring the heatsink temperature above -40°C, and then cycle the interlock or KSI.
  • M
    Mrs. Stephanie Quinn MDAug 30, 2025
    What to do if my Curtis 1236SE Controller shows a severe overtemp?
    • J
      Joseph BanksAug 30, 2025
      If the Curtis Controller's heatsink temperature rises above +95°C, it triggers a severe overtemp condition. This could be due to the controller operating in an extreme environment, excessive vehicle load, or improper mounting. To resolve this, reduce the heatsink temperature below +95°C and cycle the interlock or KSI.
  • K
    Kevin HickmanSep 2, 2025
    How to fix a Curtis 1236SE Controller overcurrent issue?
    • J
      Juan CastilloSep 2, 2025
      Controller overcurrent can occur if the phase current exceeds the current measurement limit. This can be caused by an external short in the phase U, V, or W motor connections, mis-tuned motor parameters, a defective controller, or speed encoder noise problems. To clear this, cycle the KSI.
  • R
    Robert SchultzSep 5, 2025
    Why does my Curtis 1236SE show a severe B+ undervoltage?
    • L
      lee53Sep 5, 2025
      Severe B+ undervoltage in a Curtis Controller happens when the capacitor bank voltage drops below the Severe Undervoltage limit with the FET bridge enabled. This can be caused by misadjusted battery parameters, non-controller system drain on the battery, high battery resistance, the battery disconnecting during driving, or a blown B+ fuse. To resolve, bring the capacitor voltage above the Severe Undervoltage limit.
  • S
    Scott LopezSep 8, 2025
    What causes a Curtis Controller severe undertemp error?
    • D
      David AndrewsSep 8, 2025
      If the Curtis Controller's heatsink temperature falls below -40°C, it triggers a severe undertemp condition, often due to operating in an extreme environment. To resolve this, bring the heatsink temperature above -40°C and cycle the interlock or KSI.
  • C
    Cheryl SchwartzSep 12, 2025
    Why is my Curtis Controller showing a severe KSI undervoltage?
    • S
      stephen22Sep 12, 2025
      Severe KSI undervoltage in a Curtis Controller occurs when the KSI voltage drops below the Brownout Voltage for 2 seconds. This can be due to a non-controller system drain on the battery/KSI circuit wiring, KSI disconnecting while driving, or a blown KSI fuse. To fix this, bring the KSI voltage above the Brownout Voltage.

Summary

OVERVIEW

INSTALLATION AND WIRING

MOUNTING THE CONTROLLER

Details on how to physically install and mount the controller unit.

HIGH CURRENT CONNECTIONS

Guidelines for connecting high current terminals (B+, B-, U, V, W) for power.

LOW CURRENT CONNECTIONS

Information on connecting low current signals via the 35-pin AMPSEAL connector.

CONTROLLER WIRING: BASIC CONFIGURATION

Provides a basic wiring diagram and configuration for the controller.

THROTTLE WIRING

Explains different throttle types and their wiring configurations for control.

PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS

MONITOR MENU

INITIAL SETUP

Motor Technology & Feedback Type

Setting motor type and feedback device parameters for accurate operation.

Setting feedback direction

Verifying and setting the correct direction of motor rotation for encoder feedback.

AUTOMATED ACIM MOTOR CHARACTERIZATION PROCEDURE

AUTOMATED SPM MOTOR CHARACTERIZATION PROCEDURE

TUNING GUIDE

0 - SPEED MODE EXPRESS tuning

Detailed tuning steps for Speed Mode Express, focusing on throttle and rate parameters.

1 - SPEED MODE tuning

Detailed tuning steps for Speed Mode, covering Kp, Ki, and rate parameters.

2 - TORQUE MODE tuning

Detailed tuning steps for Torque Mode, focusing on Max Speed, mapping, and response parameters.

VEHICLE CONTROL LANGUAGE (VCL)

DIAGNOSTICS AND TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING

Provides a chart listing faults, causes, and conditions for troubleshooting controller issues.

MAINTENANCE

Curtis 1236SE Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCurtis
Model1236SE
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

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