Kohler Curtis F Series User Manual

4 — PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS
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4 — PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS
PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS
e controller’s programmable parameters enable the user to customize it to the needs of specic
applications. VCL adds the option of changing applicable parameters during operation. To program
(change the value) of parameters, a CANbus connection to the CAN1 port is required, using either the
Curtis Integrated Toolkit
TM
program or the 1313-CANbus model handheld programmer (see below).
PROGRAMMING MENUS
Table 18 groups the programmable parameters into nested hierarchical menus, similar to the
programming tools. Here, the menu charts contain descriptions of each parameter. Each parameter
description includes specic features and/or the parameter’s operation. e page-links in Table 18 allow
quick access to specic menus, when using the PDF version of the manual. Otherwise, for printed
copies, follow the indicated page number. Note that parameters are controller model dependent.
is manual lists all parameters based upon a 35-pin controller and a generic cdev. e available
parameters or their range of options is both controller model and device prole limited. 23-pin
controllers will populate the CIT/1313 menus appropriate to the model and will not have all the
parameters listed in this manual.
PARAMETER CHANGE FAULTS [PCF]
Parameters marked [PCF] in the menu charts will set a Parameter Change Fault (code 4-9) if they are
changed while the motor bridge is enabled (Interlock = On). Although the parameter value will change,
the fault will prevent motor control functions until the Parameter Change Fault is cleared by cycling the
keyswitch. If the motor bridge is disabled (Interlock = O), changing these parameters will not cause
a fault and the changes will take eect immediately. Exceptions are parameters that trigger the fault
even with the Interlock O. In either case, the value of the Parameter_Change_Fault_Type [PCF] fault
will indicate the CAN Object Index of the parameter that triggered the fault. Note that if a parameter
is changed in VCL and it is not obvious, search in CIT by the CAN object to identify the parameter.
Read Chapter 6, Commissioning, Initial Setup, before adjusting the parameters—it is imperative to perform
the procedures outlined in Chapter 6, which sets up the basic system characteristics for an application.
MONITOR VARIABLES WITHIN PARAMETER MENUS
Some specic monitor variables are contained in their respective parameter menus, which helps
in programming, as the parameter change is visible within the parameter menu. In addition, these
monitor variables are in the Monitor menu (Chapter 5). Monitor variables are always Read Only.
PROGRAMMING TOOLS
e controller uses the same programming tools as the other F-Series controllers.
• e PC based Curtis Integrated Toolkit
TM
(CIT)
– Requires a supported CAN dongle as listed in the toolkit’s documentation.
• e Curtis 1313 handheld (blue band) programmer (1313 HHP)
– Comes complete with the connector cable to mate to a female 9-pin D-Sub connector.
The controller does not have a serial port (it does not support parameter programming via a
serial connection).
Contact the Curtis distributor or the regional Curtis sales oce to obtain the Curtis Integrated Toolkit
TM
and
the 1313 HHP. e distributor and Curtis oer training with the setup and using these programming tools.
Quick Links:
Table 18 p.41
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Kohler Curtis F Series Specifications

General

Brand	Kohler
Model	Curtis F Series
Category	Controller
Language	English