HPEVS AC Electric Motor Drive Systems Wiring

Diagrams, Programming Instructions, and Troubleshooting Information

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  • Directions
  • On-Road Vehicles
  • Marine
  • Golf Car Vehicles
  • Hydraulic Pump
  • Diagnostic and Controller Fault Codes
  • Single Opto Isolator

Directions

PLEASE read all documentation prior to installation of your new HPEVS kit into your project.

1. Click on the tab to the right that is related to the project that you are building: On-Road Vehicles, Golf Car Vehicles or even a Hydraulic Pump System.

2. The Diagnostic and Troubleshoot for each system is included within the tabs located right.

3. When the tab has been selected, the tab will turn to a gray background. This signifies that the tab selected is active.

4. Next, select the information of interest.

5. Then click on the cover page to open the pdf file containing the information to view or print.

  • Directions
  • On-Road Wiring Schematics
  • Programming and Diagnostic Instructions

Directions

PLEASE read all documentation prior to installation of your new HPEVS kit into your project.

1. Click on either the "On-Road Wiring Schematics" or "Programming Instruction" tabs above to start.

2. When the tab has been selected, the tab will turn to a gray background. This signifies that the tab selected is active.

3. If at any time that you need to contact us directly, please have the Software information available so that we can help you with the issue at hand.

4. This information can be found in numerous spots including the label located on cardboard sleeve that the controller is wrapped in. The cardboard box that the cardboard sleeve containing the controller is located in. This information can also be found if the user is in "Diagnose" mode with the HPEVS system powered up.
For details on how to get to the "Diagnose" mode, please read the programming instructions manual.


5. If you have a Curtis handheld programmer or the Curtis 1314 programming station, the information can be found through either of these options as well.

6. The way to read the software information is from right to left. The first digits prior to the first period is the operating system. The second digits prior to the next period is the build number. The last digits are the application version. Please see below for an example.

Labels


HPEVS controller information


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Software Information


HPEVS label information about software package


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  • Directions
  • Curtis 1232-1238 "e" & "SE" Controller
  • Curtis 1232-1238 Controller
  • Curtis 1239 Controller
  • Motorcycle Generic

Directions

1.Download speeds of some files may vary based on your internet connection speed.

2. Click on the RED tabs above to obtain information based on the system that is being used, or if programming instructions are needed, click on that tab. We have included a Generic Motorcycle schematic for those that are using this type of system.

3. Both the single and dual systems are included within the documentation.

4. When the tab has been selected, the tab will turn to a gray background. This signifies that the tab selected is active.
  • Software Version 5.30-5.46
Curtis 1232/1234/1236/1238
"e" and "SE" Controllers
Wiring Schematic

FOR GENERIC SOFTWARE VERSIONS
5.30 AND UP

SINGLE AND DUAL MOTOR APPLICATIONS

HPEVS generic software version 5.30 and higher link to pdf HPEVS generic software version 5.30 and higher

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Curtis 1232/1234/1236/1238
"e" and "SE" Controllers
Wiring Schematic

FOR GENERIC SOFTWARE VERSIONS
5.32 AND UP

SINGLE AND DUAL MOTOR APPLICATIONS

1232-1238 532-E-Controller

Click on the above graphic to open PDF file.
Curtis 1232/1234/1236/1238
"e" and "SE" Controllers
Wiring Schematic

FOR GENERIC SOFTWARE VERSIONS
5.46 AND UP

SINGLE AND DUAL MOTOR APPLICATIONS

generic_software_546_and_up
On-Road Vehicle
Wiring Schematic


FOR SOFTWARE VERSIONS UP TO AND INCLUDING GENERIC 318



automotive cover


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Curtis
1234-1238
Wiring Schematic

FOR SOFTWARE VERSIONS GENERIC 5.00 TO 5.12

INCLUDING SINGLE AND DUAL MOTOR APPLICATIONS

automotive cover

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Curtis
1234-1238
Wiring Schematic

FOR SOFTWARE VERSIONS
GENERIC 5.13 AND HIGHER

INCLUDING SINGLE AND DUAL MOTOR APPLICATIONS

5.13 1234/1236/1238

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Curtis
1232-1238
Wiring Schematic

FOR SOFTWARE VERSIONS
GENERIC 5.30 AND HIGHER

INCLUDING SINGLE AND DUAL MOTOR APPLICATIONS



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Curtis 1239 Controller
Wiring Schematic
FOR SOFTWARE VERSIONS GENERIC 5.13 AND HIGHER
SINGLE AND DUAL MOTOR APPLICATIONS

hpevs curtis controller 1239 wiring schematics for version 5.13 and higher

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Curtis 1239 Controller
Wiring Schematic
FOR SOFTWARE VERSIONS GENERIC 5.32 AND HIGHER
SINGLE AND DUAL MOTOR APPLICATIONS

hpevs curtis controller 1239 wiring schematics for version 5.13 and higher

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Motorcycle Generic

Wiring Schematic


motorcycle cover

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motorcycle generic wiring
  • Directions
  • Version 5.0 to 5.09
  • Version 5.11 and 5.12
  • Version 5.13
  • Version 5.14
New Generic Software Programming Instructions

The new generic software package allows for programming of the Curtis Controller.

The motor kit when installed will be drivable, but the following instructions allow for tuning. Some adjustments may be required before operating the vehicle the first time and this manual will guide you through that process.

This new software package will be used with the 1234, 1236, 1238 or 1239 controllers. The new software package also will have integration with the Orion BMS.

The Orion BMS utilizes CAN bus to communicate to the Curtis controller. By following this link, you can view and print the byte structure for the Orion BMS.

Click on the tab to the right "Programming Instruction Ver. 5.0 and up", then click cover page to open the PDF file containing the instructions.
Programming Instructions

For Software Versions
5.00 to 5.09

program instructions 5.00-5.09

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Programming Instructions

For Software Versions
5.11 and 5.12

program instructions verr 511 and up

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Programming Instructions
For Software Versions 5.13

program instructions verr 511 and up

"Updated 3-18-14"
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Programming Instructions
For Software Versions 5.14
and Higher

program instructions 5.14

"Updated 3-28-14"
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  • Directions
  • Marine Wiring Schematics
  • Oil Cooled Motor Oil Plumbing Path
  • EXTRAS

Directions

PLEASE read all documentation prior to installation of your new HPEVS kit into your project.

1. Click on either the "Marine Wiring Schematics", "Oil Motor Plumbing", "Documentation" or the "EXTRAS" tab above to start.

2. When the tab has been selected, the tab will turn to a gray background. This signifies that the tab selected is active.

3. If at any time that you need to contact us directly, please have the Software information available so that we can help you with the issue at hand.

4. This information can be found in numerous spots including the label located on cardboard sleeve that the controller is wrapped in, the cardboard box that the cardboard sleeve containing the controller is located in or if you have a Curtis handheld programmer the information can be found on the Information tab.


5. The way to read the software information is from right to left. The first digits prior to the first period is the operating system. The second digits prior to the next period is the build number. The last digits are the application version. Please see below for an example.

Labels


hpevs curtis controller shipping label


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Software Information


hpevs curtis controller shipping label software version


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  • Single Motor Configuration
  • Dual Motor Configuration
Marine Wiring Diagram
Single Motor
Version 320.46 and Higher

program instructions verr 511 and up

"Updated 02-06-2015"
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Marine Wiring Diagram
Dual Motor
Version 320.46

program instructions verr 511 and up

"Updated 06-30-2015"
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Oil Cooled Motor
Plumbing Diagram

program instructions verr 511 and up

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  • Directions
  • Acuity
  • enGage VII
  • Oil Pump
  • Curtis PB-8

Extras

We have items that we sell that can be used for the oil cooled systems. To the right are tabs with the information.


Curtis Acuity


The Curtis Acuity® Battery Monitoring System is a device that mounts directly to a vehicle's battery pack. It measures, records and transmits battery performance data throughout the battery’s life. Our software package that comes with the Curtis Controllers supports this system with all the information to work right out of the box.






acuity

Documentation

acuity info

Click on graphic above for spec sheet


Curtis enGage VII


The Curtis enGage® VII display is a microprocessor based, programmable, CAN compatible instrument with full Input/Output capability. Our software package that comes with the Curtis Controllers works with this display making this a virtual plug and play system.






acuity

Documentation

acuity info

Click on graphic above for spec sheet


Oil Pump


This oil cooler pump is a positive displacement-type pumps that produce output directly proportional to motor speed. It is a lightweight, self-priming pump that may be mounted in any position up to several feet away from the motor.



acuity


oil pump

Documentation

acuity info

Click on graphic above for spec sheet


Curtis PB-8 Potentiometer Box


This is a three-wire potbox with micro-switch; 0-5KΩ that can be used to control the motor RPM.

acuity
  • Directions
  • Wiring Schematics
  • Installation Instructions
  • Diagnostic/Troubleshooting
  • Accessing Program and Diagnostic Modes via Curtis Display
  • Golf Car Throttle Programming

Directions

PLEASE read all documentation prior to installation of your new HPEVS kit into your project.

1. To start, click on one of the YELLOW tabs above.

2. Wiring schematics and installation instructions are available.

3. When a tab has been selected, the tab will turn to a gray background. This signifies that the tab selected is active.

4. If at any time that you need to contact us directly, please have the Software information available so that we can help you with the issue at hand.

5. This information can be found in numerous spots including the label located on cardboard sleeve that the controller is wrapped in. The cardboard box that the cardboard sleeve containing the controller is located in. This information can also be found if the user is in "Diagnose" mode with the HPEVS system powered up.
For details on how to get to the "Diagnose" mode, please read the programming instructions manual.


6. If you have a Curtis handheld programmer or the Curtis 1314 programming station, the information can be found through either of these options as well.

7. The way to read the software information is from right to left. The first digits prior to the first period is the operating system. The second digits prior to the next period is the build number. The last digits are the application version. Please see below for an example.

Labels


hpevs curtis controller shipping label


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Software Information


hpevs curtis controller shipping label software version


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  • Directions
  • Club Car
  • E-Z-GO
  • Tomberlin
  • Yamaha
  • Generic Schematic

Instructions

1. To start, click on one of the golf car wiring tabs above based on the golf car that you have. If you are converting a vehicle such as a atv or go-cart, click on the "Generic Schematic".

2. When the tab has been selected, the tab will turn to a gray background. This signifies that the tab selected is active.

3. Then click on the cover page to open the pdf file containing the information needed.

  • Standard Motor Schematics
  • 2022 Model and ↑ Onward Throttle Wiring

Club Car DS

Wiring Schematic

ds cover

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Club Car Precedent
Wiring Schematic
REVISION M

club car precedent with automatic parking brake

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2022 and Up Club Car Onward
Throttle Wiring
and Programming Procedure

club car onward throttle wiring

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E-Z-GO Golf Car
Wiring Schematic

ds cover

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Tomberlin Golf Car
Wiring Schematic

tomberlin cover

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Yamaha Golf Car
Wiring Schematic

yamaha cover

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Generic
Wiring Schematic

generic_cover

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  • Directions
  • Club Car
  • E-Z-GO
  • Yamaha

Instructions

1. To start, click on one of the instructions tabs above based on the golf car that you have.

2. When the tab has been selected, the tab will turn to a gray background. This signifies that the tab selected is active.

3. Then click on the cover page to open the pdf file containing the information needed.

Club Car DS
Installation Instructions

ds instructions cover

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Club Car Precedent
Installation Instructions

precedent cover

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HPEVS Lithium Battery Pack Installation Instructions

Club Car Precedent with
HPEVS Drive System


Club Car Precedent with
Stock Drive System



E-Z-GO Golf Car
Installation Instructions

e-z-go golf car cover

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E-Z-GO RXV INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

Stock E-Z-GO RXV AC Motor Controller Upgrade
Installation Instructions



AC Motor Controller Upgrade
with HPEVS Lithium Battery
Installation Instructions



Yamaha G-19
Golf Car
Installation Instructions

yamaha g19 cover

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Yamaha G-Max
Golf Car
Installation Instructions

yamaha gmax cover

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Throttle and Battery
Filling Instructions

throttle800
Version 800
After March 2007


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Throttle and Parameter
Set-up Instructions

throttle 1007
Version 1007
After March 2012


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Golf Car Diagnostic
Trouble Code Definitions


HPEVS Curtis Controller golf car controller fault list

Click on the above graphic to open PDF file.


E-Series Motor Controller

Golf Car Diagnostic
and Troubleshooting Guidance

curtis diagnostic fault codes for e-controller golf car

For "E" Controllers
Software Version 1430 and UP

Click on the above graphic to open PDF file.


Non E-Series Motor Controller

Golf Car Diagnostic
and Troubleshooting Guidance

HPEVS non e Curtis Controller golf car controller fault list

For NON "E" Controllers
Software Version 1426 and UP

Click on the above graphic to open PDF file.



The instruction sets below provides information to the end user on how to access both "Program" mode and "Diagnose" mode using the Fwd/Rev switch, throttle, and menu button. Please select the corresponding document based on the Curtis Instrument motor controller that is utilized.


Curtis Instruments F-Series Motor Controller
With Curtis 3140 LCD Display

Programming and Diagnostic
How-To Instructions
For F-Series Motor Controller Software Up To Ver. 1.009

program-diagnosticsup-to-ver-1.009


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Programming and Diagnostic
How-To Instructions
For F-Series Motor Controller Software Ver. 1.10 and Up

program-diagnostics-ver-1.10-up


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Throttle and Battery
Filling Instructions

throttle800
Version 800
After March 2007


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Throttle and Parameter
Set-up Instructions

throttle 1007
Version 1007
After March 2012


Click on Image to Download

This Procedure Will ONLY Work With
Software Verison 1.10 and Higher

FOR PROGRAMMING THROTTLE FOR 2022
AND NEWER PRECEDENT ONWARD
PLEASE REFER TO GOLF CAR VEHICLES>WIRING SCHEMATICS>CLUB CAR FOR DOCUMENTATION

The instruction set below provides information to the end user on how to program a golf cars throttle inputs to the motor controller. This procedure needs to be followed after a fresh install of a HPEVS golf car drive system, or if the golf cars throttle has been changed. Performing this procedure will insure that the drive system will be fully maximized for performance.


Golf Car Throttle Programming

throttle-programming-ver1.10 and up


Click on the graphic to open PDF file
  • Description
  • Hydraulic Pump Schematic
  • Diagnostic and Troubleshooting

Description

PLEASE read all documentation prior to installation of your new HPEVS kit into your project.

On the tab labeled "Hydraulic Pump Schematic", you will find a cover page for an electrical schematic for installing our motor system into an hydraulic pump application.

Click on the cover pages to open the PDF file containing the desired schematic.

Software information


1. If at any time that you need to contact us directly, please have the Software information available so that we can help you with the issue at hand.

2. This information can be found in numerous spots including the label located on cardboard sleeve that the controller is wrapped in. The cardboard box that the cardboard sleeve containing the controller is located in. This information can also be found if the user is in "Diagnose" mode with the HPEVS system powered up.
For details on how to get to the "Diagnose" mode, please read the programming instructions manual.


3. If you have a Curtis handheld programmer or the Curtis 1314 programming station, the information can be found through either of these options as well.

4. The way to read the software information is from right to left. The first digits prior to the first period is the operating system. The second digits prior to the next period is the build number. The last digits are the application version. Please see below for an example.

Labels




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Software Information




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Hydraulic Pump
Wiring Schematic

REVISION E

hydraulic cover

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Hydraulic Pump Diagnostic
and Troubleshooting Guidance

double opto cover

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Diagnostic and Controller Fault Codes

The attached PDF files below contain information for diagnostic guidance and generic fault codes from Curtis Instruments Controllers. For code faults 51-67, please refer to specific documentation for the type of application that you are working with.



Diagnostic
Guidance

diagnostic cover

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Curtis Instruments
Troubleshooting Codes


troubleshooting code doc

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Curtis Instruments
Troubleshooting Codes

OS 26 diagnostic cover

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Single Opto Isolator

The attached PDF file below contains the schematic for wiring into a system a opto isolator. The purpose of the isolator is to the isolate the digital system signal to drive vehicles gauges such as vehicle tachometer.



Single Opto-Isolator
Schematic

opto single

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