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Reversed drive operation.

I have a machine, all works well. Except.....
Drive is being controlled by the steering and steering by the throttle twist.
Is there a setting that needs to be changed?
Do I need a hand control to fix the issue?
I'm guessing it's not a wiring issue as it's all done by the can bus.

Thank you.
  • Posted 4 Jan 2023 14:40
  • By Matt_Fork_U
  • joined 4 Jan'23 - 4 messages
  • New South Wales, Australia
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All sorted. R/H drive motor was wired incorrectly internally. Swapped the cables at the controller +/-.
After laying in bed thinking about it, it made sense as the drive was slow (steering speed) and the turning was fast (drive speed).
  • Posted 6 Jan 2023 10:13
  • By Matt_Fork_U
  • joined 4 Jan'23 - 4 messages
  • New South Wales, Australia
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Well there is still a steering pot and a traction pot. Could their connectors have been switched? It's been awhile since I've had trouble with one so I don't remember the connector type but it wouldn't hurt to check. if you put your email in your profile I might have a wiring diagram I can send you
  • Posted 5 Jan 2023 08:39
  • By lumberjack
  • joined 27 Jul'07 - 183 messages
  • Maryland, United States
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