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Curtis Code 16
Controller Severe Overtemp — controllers 1234 / 1236 / 1238

Possible causes (from the Curtis manual)

1. See Monitor menu » Controller: Temperature. 2. Controller is operating in an extreme environment. 3. Excessive load on vehicle. 4. Improper mounting of controller.

When it sets / how it clears

Set: Heatsink temperature above +95°C. Clear: Bring heatsink temperature below +95°C, and cycle interlock or KSI.

Effect of the fault

ShutdownMotor; ShutdownMainContactor; ShutdownEMBrake; ShutdownThrottle; FullBrake; ShutdownPump.

Curtis 1234/1236/1238 controllers are fitted to many electric forklifts and industrial trucks (including models from Chinese brands that use Curtis control). If your display shows code 16 with a Curtis controller, this entry applies; the vehicle maker’s manual may add model-specific notes.

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Source: Curtis 1234/36/38 Controller Manual, OS 11, Section 8 Diagnostics & Troubleshooting, Table 5. Compiled 2026-10-29. No affiliation with Curtis Instruments.