Curtis 1212S Manual,
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-j. For additional softening of the deceleration response, you could adjust
the Soft Stop Speed parameter to a larger value (see page 12).
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-k. In some cases, it may be desirable to adjust the Throttle Map param-
eter. This parameter can be used, for example, to extend the throt-
tle’s gentle acceleration range to further enhance maneuverability in
confined areas. See page 15 for a description of Throttle Map.
Key Off deceleration rate
The Key Off Decel parameter sets the decel rate that will be used to slow the
vehicle at key-off or in the event of a major fault.
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-l. Drive fast and turn the key off. The deceleration you experience is
determined by Key Off Decel.
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-m. Adjust the Key Off Decel value to produce the desirable “feel” for
emergency stops: typically as fast as possible without making the
vehicle unstable.
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-n. Note that Key Off Decel should always be set faster than (or equal
to) the fastest forward deceleration rate, Decel High Speed.
E Stop deceleration rate
The E Stop Decel parameter sets the decel rate that will be used when the
vehicle is moving forward and the throttle makes a fast transition through
neutral to a >80% reverse throttle request. This provides a way to stop more
quickly when unexpected conditions arise.
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-o. Drive fast and throw the throttle into >80% reverse. The deceleration
you experience is determined by E Stop Decel.
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-p. Adjust the E Stop Decel value to produce the desirable “feel” for
emergency reverse stops: typically as fast as possible without making
the vehicle unstable.
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-q. Note that the E Stop Decel rate should always be set faster than (or
equal to) the fastest forward deceleration rate,
Decel High Speed.
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-r. The E Stop Pause parameter can be used to create a pause after the
vehicle has come to an emergency stop, thus giving the operator a
chance to return the throttle to neutral before the vehicle starts to
travel backwards. Adjust the E Stop Pause value to provide the ap-
propriate pause. A longer pause might be preferred for a vehicle that
will be mainly used indoors, whereas for a vehicle that will be used
outdoors a faster initiation of reverse travel might be desirable.
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