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PUMP SYSTEM CONTROLLER

MODEL 1254

CURTIS INSTRUMENTS, INC. CURTIS PMC CURTIS INSTRUMENTS, (UK) LTD. CURTIS INSTRUMENTS INDIA
200 KISCO AVENUE 235 EAST AIRWAY BLVD. 5 UPPER PRIORY STREET PRIVATE LTD.
MT. KISCO, NY 10549 LIVERMORE, CA 94550 NORTHAMPTON NN1 2PT, ENGLAND DATTAPRASAD • AVANI APARTMENT
USA USA TEL 44 (0) 1604-629755 APT. NO. 7 • 1206 B/7 APTE ROAD,
TEL (914) 666-2971 TEL (925) 961-1088 FAX 44 (0) 1604-629876 SHIVAJI NAGAR • PUNE 411 004, INDIA
FAX (914) 666-2188 FAX (925) 961-1099 TEL 91 (0) 20-5531288
FAX 91 (0) 20-5539192

www.curtisinst.com
 P U M P SYSTEM
C O N T R O L L E R
MODEL 1254
Application
The Curtis model 1254 Pump System
Controller is ideal for material handling,
industrial and man-up platform vehicles.
D E S C R I P T I O N
Curtis Model 1254 Pump
System Controller is specific-
ally engineered to the unique
characteristics of hydraulic
motor and valve control.
Includes an advanced MOSFET
power section and sophisti-
cated microprocessor for high
efficiency, silent operation,
flexibility and ruggedness.
WA R R A N T Y
Two Year Limited Warranty
(see terms of sale for specifics)
Features
Smooth Control of Hydraulic Functions
• Pulse-Width Modulation controlled pump
motor provides smooth start-up and ramp-
down on each function. Precise current and
voltage control eliminates the bumps and
jumps associated with on/off contactor control
for increased efficiency and reduced contactor
tip and motor brush wear.
• Load Compensation automatically varies the
applied motor power in response to changes
in weight and forces on the pump. Provides
better speed regulation empty verses loaded,
when picking up mast sections or while multi-
ple functions are engaged.
• A current regulated proportional valve driver
provides controlled, continuously variable
speed lowering. An additional solenoid driver
is provided for load hold or flow control.
Flexible and Programmable
• Up to 8 fixed speed and 3 variable speed
inputs for maximum application flexibility.
Speed control signals can be additive or prior-
itized in a myriad of combinations. An addi-
tional programmable feature permits a simple
interface with a multi-function control handle.
Features (continued)
• Fully compatible with all Curtis handheld and PC
based programmers for testing, diagnostics and
parameter adjustments.
Safety Features
• Meets or exceeds EEC fault detection require-
ments. Software and hardware circuitry detect
faults in the variable speed controls and power
section for safe operation.
• Power On Self Test and continuous diagnostics
ensure proper operation. Dual watchdog circuits
ensure software integrity.
• Programmable minimum speed setting for
maintaining steering system pressure and
pump lubrication.
• Lift interrupt/Inhibit input can be connected to a
Curtis BDI or other interlock function to disable
the controller at low battery or when the operator
is not present.
Meets US and International Regulations
• The Curtis Model 1254 Controller is designed to
meet:
EN 50081/2/08.93 for EMC emissions
EN 50082-2:1995 for EMC immunity
IEC 801-2 level 4 for ESD to 15kV
EN 1175-1:1998; VDE0117:1991; IEC 529 class IP64
UL Material Listing for flammability class 94V-0
Easy to Install and Maintain
• Simple wiring and installation with all signals
referenced to battery positive. Low and high
power connections are easy to reach and well
spaced.
• An integral fault LED flashes helpful error code
information. Two fault outputs provide diagnostic
information for dash mounted displays. Faults
are logged and the history is viewable through a
Curtis Programmer.
Options
• CAN Bus Communication port option allows
control and access of all control and status
functions through a standard two wire connection.
Man-up vehicles can simplify wiring, improve
reliability and reduce cost. Complex vehicles
can connect multiple modules and share
features and functions.
• Optional SepEx® (separately excited) pump control
allows for increased performance under load.
Top speed is better controlled and empty and
loaded speeds are brought closer together.
 Model Chart
Voltage Rating Current Rating Current Rating Field Current Rating
Model No.* (volts) 2 minutes 1 hour (SepEx® Models Only)
(amps) (amps) 2 minutes (amps)

1254-44XX 24-36 400 160 40

1254-45XX 24-36 500 180 40
1254-46XX 24-36 600 200 40
1254-47XX 24-36 700 200 40
1254-54XX 36-48 400 150 40
1254-55XX 36-48 500 170 40
1254-56XX 36-48 600 190 40
1254-64XX 36-80 400 140 40
1254-65XX 36-80 500 160 40
1254-66XX 36-80 600 190 40

*Series model designator shown. For other models replace “1254” designator as follows: Series = 1254 (shown)
SepEx = 1254X
Series CANbus = 1254C
Typical Wiring SepEx CANbus = 1254CX

J1-2 INTERLOCK + PWR

J1-3 LIFT

J1-4 PUMP CONTACTOR J1-17

LOWER
LOAD HOLD SOLENOID J1-18
J1-7 SPEED SELECT 1
PROPORTIONAL VALVE J1-19
J1-8 SPEED SELECT 2

J1-9 SPEED SELECT 3 J1-1

KSI

J1-10 SPEED SELECT 4

Pump Contactor
J1-16 SPEED SELECT 5 B+

J1-20 SPEED SELECT 6

J1-21 POT HIGH 1 1254
J1 -11 VSC1* PUMP SYSTEM A
CONTROLLER
J1-22 POT HIGH 2 M-
J1-13 VSC2*

J1-23 POT HIGH 3

J1-15 VSC3* F2 F SepEx

For Optional
Motor

B-
J1-14 POT LOW

J1-12
HOUR METER 104.5

J3-1 RECEIVE DATA

J1-5
Handheld J3-2 GROUND FAULT 1
Programmer J3-3 TRANSMIT DATA J1-6
FAULT 2
J3-4 +15v

(optional)
CAN Communication
* Variable Speed Control
J2-5 J2-4 J2-1

}
+15VDC
TERMINATE CAN-LOW
J2-2
GROUND
J2-3 TO CAN CONTROL BUS
CAN-HIGH
J2-6
CAN-LOW
 Dimensions - mm (inches)

96 (3.79)

27 (1.05) .281 DIA.

4 PLACES
M8 THREAD
3 PLACES

B-

40 (1.57)
J1 B

CL
M-

A
40 (1.57)
J2
B+

J3

28 (1.12)

SepEx® Models Only

A B C D
1254 159 (6.25) 178 (7.00) 210 (8.25) 229 (9.00)

81 (3.18)

13 (.50)

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