Raven RS1 MD User manual

P/N 016-5030-200 Rev. A 06/17 E29519
Copyright 2017
Raven RS1™ MD
Guidance and Steering
Installation Manual

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damages or a loss of anticipated benefits or profits, work stoppage or loss, or
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modifications or repairs made outside our facilities, nor damages resulting from
inadequate maintenance of this system.
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Table of Contents
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Chapter 1 Important Safety Information............................................................................. 1
General ............................................................................................................................................................................2
Instructions for Wire Routing .................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2 Introduction............................................................................................................. 5
Preparing for Installation ..........................................................................................................................................5
Recommendations .................................................................................................................................................................5
Point of Reference .................................................................................................................................................................5
Updates ...........................................................................................................................................................................5
Kit Contents ...................................................................................................................................................................6
Chapter 3 Mechanical Drive Installation............................................................................ 11
Disassemble the Mechanical Drive Spline Assembly ...................................................................................11
Remove the Steering Wheel .................................................................................................................................11
Install the Spline and Ring Gear Assemblies .................................................................................................13
Reinstall the Steering Wheel ................................................................................................................................16
Install the Anti-Rotation Brackets ......................................................................................................................17
Install the Mechanical Drive .................................................................................................................................18
Chapter 4 Cab Component Installation.............................................................................. 21
Install the RS1 Unit ..................................................................................................................................................21
Install the Foot Switch ............................................................................................................................................21
Install the RS1 Cables ..............................................................................................................................................22
Install the RS1 Tee Cable ...................................................................................................................................................22
Install the RS1 Cable ...........................................................................................................................................................23
Install the Console Cable ...................................................................................................................................................24
Install the Chassis Cable - RS1 MD-Only Systems (If Applicable) .........................................................24
Connect RS1 MD to an Existing Chassis Cable (If Applicable) ................................................................25
System Diagrams ......................................................................................................................................................26

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CHAPTER1 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
Read this manual and the operation and safety instructions included with your implement and/or controller
carefully before installing the RS1™ MD system.
• Follow all safety information presented within this manual.
• If you require assistance with any portion of the installation or service of your Raven equipment, contact your
local Raven dealer for support.
• Follow all safety labels affixed to the RS1 MD system components. Be sure to keep safety labels in good
condition and replace any missing or damaged labels. To obtain replacements for missing or damaged safety
labels, contact your local Raven dealer.
When operating the machine after installing RS1 MD, observe the following safety measures:
• Be alert and aware of surroundings.
• Do not operate RS1 MD or any agricultural equipment while under the influence of alcohol or an illegal
substance.
• Remain in the operator’s position or a safe working distance away from the booms at all times when RS1 MD is
engaged.
• Disable RS1 MD when exiting from the operator’s seat and machine.
• Do not drive the machine with RS1 MD enabled on any public road.
• Determine and remain a safe working distance from other individuals. The operator is responsible for disabling
RS1 MD when the safe working distance has diminished.
• Ensure RS1 MD is disabled prior to starting any maintenance work on RS1 MD or the machine.
• When starting the machine for the first time after installing RS1 MD, be sure that all persons stand clear in case
a hose has not been properly tightened.
• The machine must remain stationary and switched off, with the booms unfolded and supported, during
installation or maintenance.
NOTICE
WARNING
CAUTION

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GENERAL
• Always verify that the power leads are connected to the correct polarity as marked. Reversing the power leads
could cause severe damage to the equipment.
• Ensure that the power cable is the last cable to be connected.
• A minimum of 12 VDC is required for system operation with a maximum of 15 VDC.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR WIRE ROUTING
The word “harness” is used to mean all electrical leads and cables, bundled and unbundled. When installing
harness, secure it at least every 30 cm (12in) to the frame. Follow existing harness as much as possible and use
these guidelines:
Harness should not contact or be attached to:
• Lines and hoses with high vibration forces or pressure spikes
• Lines and hoses carrying hot fluids beyond harness component specifications
Avoid contact with any sharp edge or abrading surfaces such as, but not limited to:
• Sheared or flame cut edges
• Edges of machined surfaces
• Fastener threads or cap screw heads
• Ends of adjustable hose clamps
• Wire exiting conduit without protection, either ends or side of conduit
• Hose and tube fittings
Routing should not allow harnesses to:
• Hang below the unit
• Have the potential to become damaged due to exposure to the exterior environment. (i.e. tree limbs, debris,
attachments)
• Be placed in areas of or in contact with machine components which develop temperatures higher than the
temperature rating of harness components
• Wiring should be protected or shielded if it needs to route near hot temperatures beyond harness component
specifications
Harnessing should not have sharp bends
Allow sufficient clearance from machine component operational zones such as:
• Drive shafts, universal joints and hitches (i.e. 3-point hitch)
• Pulleys, gears, sprockets
• Deflection and backlash of belts and chains
• Adjustment zones of adjustable brackets
• Changes of position in RS1 MD and suspension systems
• Moving linkages, cylinders, articulation joints, attachments
• Ground engaging components
For harness sections that move during machine operation:

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• Allow sufficient length for free movement without interference to prevent: pulling, pinching, catching or
rubbing, especially in articulation and pivot points
• Clamp harnesses securely to force controlled movement to occur in the desired harness section
• Avoid sharp twisting or flexing of harnesses in short distances
• Connectors and splices should not be located in harness sections that move
Protect harnesses from:
• Foreign objects such as rocks that may fall or be thrown by the unit
• Buildup of dirt, mud, snow, ice, submersion in water and oil
• Tree limbs, brush and debris
• Damage where service personnel or operators might step or use as a grab bar
• Damage when passing through metal structures
IMPORTANT:
• Avoid directly spraying electrical components and connections with high pressure water.
High pressure water sprays can penetrate seals and cause electrical components to corrode
or otherwise become damaged. When performing maintenance:
•Inspect all electrical components and connections for damage or corrosion. Repair or replace
components, connections, or cable as necessary.
•Ensure connections are clean, dry, and not damaged. Repair or replace components,
connections, or cable as necessary.
•Clean components or connections using low pressure water, pressurized air, or an aerosol
electrical component cleaning agent.
•Remove visible surface water from components, connections, or seals using pressurized air
or an aerosol electrical component cleaning agent. allow components to dry completely
before reconnecting cables.

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CHAPTER2 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the RS1™ MD system!
The following instructions are designed to assist with the proper installation of the RS1 MD system. Refer to the RS1
Calibration & Operation Manual (P/N 016-4010-001) for assistance with calibrating the software and using the RS1
MD system.
PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
Before installing the RS1 MD system, park the machine where the ground is level, clean, and dry. Turn off the
machine and leave it turned off for the duration of the installation process.
During the installation process, follow good safety practices. Be sure to carefully read the instructions in this
manual as you complete the installation process.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Raven Industries recommends the following best practices when installing or operating the RS1 MD system for the
first time, at the start of the season, or when moving the RS1 MD system to another machine:
• Install the RS1 unit in the recommended location.
• Use part numbers to identify the parts.
• Do not remove the plastic wrap from a part until it is necessary for installation.
• Do not remove plastic caps from a part until it is necessary for installation.
POINT OF REFERENCE
The instructions in this manual assume that you are standing behind the machine, looking toward the cab.
UPDATES
Software and manual updates are available on the Raven Applied Technolog y web site :
http://www.ravenhelp.com

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KIT CONTENTS
This section contains a list of the components that are included in the RS1 MD kit. Before beginning the system
installation, compare the items in the kit with the components on this list. If you have questions about the kit,
contact your Raven dealer..
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TABLE 1. RS1 MD Installation Kit (P/N 117-5030-200 or 117-5030-201)
Item Description Part Number Qty.
Manual - Raven RS1 MD Guidance and Steering Installation 016-5030-200 1
Assembly - Ring Gear 063-4001-011 1
Assembly - Spline Adapter
063-4001-014
or
063-4001-015
1
Trim - Ring Gear Protective 019-0159-590 1
Assembly - Telescope Adapter (Kit 115-5030-200 Only) 063-4001-0171
Bracket - U-Shaped with Flange 107-4001-012 1

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Bracket - L-Shaped 107-4001-013 1
Bearing - 1/2” Plastic Flanged 325-0000-036 1
Clamp - 4” Strap 321-0000-422 2
Bolt - #10-24 x 3/4” UNC Zinc Carriage 311-0069-082 2
Bolt - 5/16”-18 x 3/4” Grade 2 Zinc Carriage 311-0069-111 2
Nut - 5/16”-18 Zinc Flanged Lock 312-1001-184 2
Nut - #10-24 Wing 312-3000-013 2
TABLE 2. RS1 MD Controller Kit (P/N 117-5030-197)
Item Description Part Number Qty.
Assembly - Mechanical Drive (MD) Unit 063-4001-010 1
Cable - RS1 MD 15’ Tee Adapter 115-4010-004 1
Cable - RS1 MDU Harness 115-4010-008 1
Pin - Anti-Rotation 107-4001-004 1
Switch - Foot 063-0172-470 1
TABLE 1. RS1 MD Installation Kit (P/N 117-5030-200 or 117-5030-201)
Item Description Part Number Qty.

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TABLE 3. RS1 Unit Kit
Item Description Part Number Qty.
Manual - RS1 Operation 016-4010-001 1
Unit - RS1
063-0173-820,
063-0173-921,
or
063-0173-922
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CHAPTER3 MECHANICAL DRIVE
INSTALLATION
NOTE: The installation instructions contained in this manual may vary slightly from the steps required to
install RS1 MD on various machine models.
DISASSEMBLE THE MECHANICAL DRIVE SPLINE ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 1. Spline Assembly Disassembled
1. Locate the spline adapter assembly (P/N 063-4001-014 or 063-4001-015).
2. Disassemble the spline adapter assembly as shown in Figure 1 above.
REMOVE THE STEERING WHEEL
NOTE: The steps in this section require use of a steering wheel puller (not supplied). For questions on the
proper procedure for removing the steering wheel, contact your local equipment dealer.
Washer
Female Spline
Adapter
Male Spline
Adapter
Bolts
Nut

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FIGURE 2. Steering Wheel Cap
1. Remove the cap from the center of the steering wheel.
FIGURE 3. Telescope Knob and Nut to Be Removed
2. Remove the nut used to secure the telescope knob (if applicable).
FIGURE 4. Machine’s Telescope Knob Removed
3. Remove the telescope knob (if applicable).
Telescope
Knob
Nut
Steering
Wheel Nut

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4. Remove the nut used to secure the steering wheel to the steering column.
FIGURE 5. Steering Wheel Removed
5. Using the steering wheel puller, remove the steering wheel from the steering column.
INSTALL THE SPLINE AND RING GEAR ASSEMBLIES
FIGURE 6. Female Spline Adapter Installed on Steering Column
1. Install the female spline on the machine’s steering column.

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FIGURE 7. Machine’s Steering Wheel Nut Installed
2. Install the machine’s steering wheel nut that was removed in step 4 of the Remove the Steering Wheel section
on page 11 over the installed telescope and female spline adapter.
FIGURE 8. Ring Gear Assembly Installed
3. Place the ring gear assembly over the female spline adapter with the black ring facing down and the holes in
the ring gear aligned with the holes in the female spline adapter.
FIGURE 9. Telescope Adapter Assembly Installed (If Applicable)

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MECHANICAL DRIVE INSTALLATION
4. 7/8” Spline Adapter Only - Install the telescope adapter assembly (P/N 063-4001-017) on the machine’s
telescope rod aligning the set screws with the flat part of the stem.
FIGURE 10. Telescope Set Screws
5. 7/8” Spline Adapter Only - Tighten the set screws in the telescope adapter assembly.
FIGURE 11. Male Spline Adapter Assembly Installed
6. Align the bolts holes in the male spline assembly with the holes in the ring gear assembly.
7. Install the male spline assembly on the installed mechanical drive telescope adapter assembly.
FIGURE 12. Spline Assembly Bolts Installed

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8. Install and tighten the spline assembly bolts to secure the male spline adapter to the ring gear and female
spline adapters.
REINSTALL THE STEERING WHEEL
FIGURE 13. Steering Wheel Placement
1. Align the spokes of the machine’s steering wheel with the spokes on the installed ring gear assembly.
2. Install the steering wheel on the male spline adapter.
3. Install the washer and nut on the protruding male spline adapter.
FIGURE 14. Telescope Knob and Nut Reinstalled
4. Reinstall the machine’s steering wheel telescope knob.
5. Reinstall the nut that was removed in step 2 of the Remove the Steering Wheel section on page 11 on the
protruding telescope adapter (P/N 063-4001-017).
Nut and Washer
from Spline
Assembly Installed
SteeringWheelSpokes
AlignedwithRingGear
Assembly Spokes
Steering Wheel
Retainer Bracket Nut

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FIGURE 15. Steering Wheel Cap Reinstalled
6. Replace the steering wheel cap.
INSTALL THE ANTI-ROTATION BRACKETS
1. Identify the anti-rotation bracket mounting location on the narrow section of the steering column.
NOTE: Depending on the machine’s configuration, the anti-rotation bracket may be installed on the left or
right side.
FIGURE 16. U-Shaped Bracket Installation
2. Secure the U-shaped bracket (P/N 107-4000-012) to the steering column using the two 4” strap clamp
assemblies (P/N 321-0000-422) and supplied nuts.
3. Tighten the nuts to ensure the bracket is installed securely.
U-Shaped Bracket
with Flange
(P/N 107-4001-012)
Strap Clamp
Assembly
(P/N 321-0000-422)

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FIGURE 17. Flanged Bearing Assembly Installed
4. Install the 1/2” plastic flanged bearing (P/N 325-0000-036) on the short leg of the L-shaped bracket
(P/N 107-4000-013) using two #10-24 wing nuts (P/N 312-3000-013).
FIGURE 18. L-Shaped Bracket Installed
5. Secure the L-shaped bracket to the installed U-shaped bracket using two 5/16”-18 x 3/4” carriage bolts (P/N
311-0069-111) and two 5/16”-18 zinc flanged lock nuts (P/N 312-1001-184).
INSTALL THE MECHANICAL DRIVE
NOTE: Depending on the machine’s configuration, it may be necessary to install the anti-rotation pin in the
mechanical drive’s casing after the mechanical drive is installed instead of before as indicated in the
instructions below.
Strap Clamp
Assembly
(P/N 321-0000-422)
U-Shaped Bracket
with Flange
(P/N 107-4001-012)
L-Shaped Bracket
(P/N 107-4001-013)
Flanged Bearing
(P/N 325-0000-036)