Fig - Curtis 1204 Manual

C A U T I O N
Curtis PMC 1204/1205 Manual
Pot fault circuit shuts off controller if pot wires open
Simple installation with no adjustments required
Tin-plated solid copper bus bars
Push-on connectors for control wiring
Familiarity with your Curtis PMC controller will help you to install and
operate it properly. We encourage you to read this manual carefully. If you
have questions, please contact the Curtis office nearest you.
Working on electric vehicles is potentially dangerous. You should
protect yourself against runaways, high current arcs, and outgassing
from lead acid batteries:
— Some fault conditions could cause the vehicle to run
RUNAWAYS
out of control. Jack up the vehicle and get the drive wheels off the
ground before attempting these procedures or any other work on the
motor control circuitry.
HIGH CURRENT ARCS
power, and arcs can occur if they are short circuited. Always open the
battery circuit before working on the motor control circuit. Wear
safety glasses, and use properly insulated tools to prevent shorts.
LEAD ACID BATTERIES
gas, which can build up in and around the batteries. Follow the
battery manufacturer's safety recommendations. Wear safety glasses.
— Electric vehicle batteries can supply very high
— Charging or discharging generates hydrogen
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