Raven DCS 410 Supplement

DCS 410
Installation & Service Manual
P/N 016-0159-826 Rev A 09/15
Copyright 2009, 2015

N O T I C E
The use of the suspension type chemicals and slurries will
significantly reduce the life of the plastic parts in the Flow
Meter and motorized Control Valve. Check the rotor and inlet hub
assembly in the Flow Meter frequently for worn parts. Excessive
wear can affect accuracy.
Do not attempt to modify or lengthen any of the three-wire Speed
Sensor or Flow Meter cables. Extension cables are available from
your Dealer.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SYMBOL DEFINITION ............................................................................................................................................. 3
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
INSTALLATION......................................................................................................................................................... 5
1. INSTALLATION OF RAVEN RADAR ....................................... 5
2. MOUNTING THE FLOW METER ........................................... 6
3. MOUNTING THE CONTROL VALVE ........................................ 6
4. MOUNTING THE CONSOLE AND CABLING.................................. 7
FUSE BLOCK CONNECTIONS............................................................................................................................... 7
CONSOLE FEATURES ............................................................................................................................................ 8
CONSOLE PROGRAMMING................................................................................................................................... 9
1. INITIAL CONSOLE PROGRAMMING ...................................... 10
CONSOLE CALIBRATION..................................................................................................................................... 12
1. CALCULATING OFFSETS .............................................. 12
2. CALCULATING "SPEED CAL" .......................................... 13
OTHER CONSOLE FEATURES............................................................................................................................ 14
1. VOL/TANK ......................................................... 14
2. LOW TANK ALARM ................................................... 14
3. LOW TANK LEVEL SHUT-OFF .......................................... 14
4. ZERO SPEED SHUT-OFF .............................................. 14
5. TIME.............................................................. 15
6. TEMP.............................................................. 15
7. SELF TEST FEATURE ................................................ 16
8. DISTANCE AND VOLUME DISPLAYS ..................................... 17
9. VOL/MIN AND LOW LIMIT FLOW ALARM................................. 17
10. AREA/HOUR ....................................................... 18
11. BLAST BUTTON .................................................... 18
12. CONTROL VALVE DELAY ............................................. 18
13. AUTOMATIC RATE +/- .............................................. 19
14. MANUAL MODE LOCK OUT ............................................ 19
DATA MENU ........................................................................................................................................................... 20
SERIAL PORT SCREENS ..................................................................................................................................... 20
GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM SCREENS ..................................................................................................... 22
ALARM SCREENS ................................................................................................................................................. 22
MISCELLANEOUS SCREENS .............................................................................................................................. 24
OFFSET SCREENS ............................................................................................................................................... 25
CAL SCREENS....................................................................................................................................................... 25
LANE SCREENS .................................................................................................................................................... 26
BLAST SCREENS .................................................................................................................................................. 27
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APPENDIXES
1. SPEED SENSOR CALIBRATION PROCEDURE ............................................................................................ 28
2. CALCULATING "LIQ VALVE CAL".................................................................................................................... 29
3. ENTERING OFFSET VALUES .......................................................................................................................... 30
4. PROCEDURE TO TEST SPEED SENSOR EXTENSION CABLES ............................................................... 31
5. PROCEDURE TO TEST FLOW METER CABLES ..........................................................................................32
6. FLOW METER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE ........................................................... 33
7. PROCEDURE TO RE-CALIBRATE FLOW METER ........................................................................................ 34
8. REMOTESWITCHOPTION ..................................................................................................................................... 35
9. DCS410DATAMENUREFERENCEGUIDE ............................................................................................................ 37
REPLACEMENT PARTS SHEETS

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SYMBOL DEFINITION
METER CAL CONVERSIONS
To convert the METER CAL number simply divide the original number (number printed
on Flow Meter label) by the desired conversion factor.
FOR EXAMPLE:
Original METER CAL No. = METER CAL No. for displays in Fluid Ounces
128
Original METER CAL No. = METER CAL No. for displays in Liters
3.785
Original METER CAL No. = METER CAL No. for displays in Pounds
Weight of one gallon
LIQUID CONVERSIONS
U.S. Gallons x 128 = Fluid Ounces
U.S. Gallons x 3.785 = Liters
U.S. Gallons x 0.83267 = Imperial Gallons
U.S. Gallons x 8.34 = Pounds (Water)
LENGTH
1 millimeter (mm) = 0.039 inch
1 centimeter (cm) = 0.393 inch
1 meter (m) = 3.281 feet
1 kilometer (km) = 0.621 mile
1 inch = 25.4 millimeters; 2.54 centimeters
1 mile = 1.609 kilometers
1 mile = 5280 feet
PRESSURE
1 psi = 6.89 kPa
1 kPa = 0.145 psi
AREA
1 square meter = 10.764 square feet
1 hectare (ha) = 2.471 acres; 10,000 square meters
1 acre = 0.405 hectare; 43,560 square feet
1 square mile = 640 acres; 258.9 hectares
GPM - Gallons per minute
lit/min - Liters per minute
dl/min - Deciliter per minute
PSI - Pounds per square inch
kPa - Kilopascal
GPK - Gallons per 1,000 sq. ft.
mm - Millimeters
cm - Centimeters
dm - Decimeters
m - Meter
gal - Gallons
lit - Liters
MPH - Miles per hour
km - Kilometers
km/h - Kilometers per hour
US - Volume per lane mile
SI - Volume per lane kilometer
TU - Volume per 1,000 sq. ft.
[] - Metric numbers
{} - 1,000 sq. ft. numbers

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INTRODUCTION
The Raven DCS 410 (De-Ice Control System) is designed to improve the uniformity and
accuracy of liquid anti-ice applications.
The DCS 410 consists of a microprocessor-based control console, speed sensor, liquid
flow meter, shut-off valves, and a control valve. The Console mounts directly in the
cab of the vehicle for easy operator use. The speed sensor is installed in one of several
locations based on the style of speed sensor used. The valves and flow meter mount in
the best location available for ease of installation and service. Appropriate cabling
is furnished for dealer/field installation.
The operator selects the desired application rate and the DCS 410 automatically
maintains the rate regardless of vehicle speed to ensure accurate application. The
operator can select one of the 10 pre-programmed application rates or a manual mode.
Material can also be applied at a higher application rate instantly by depressing the
Blast button. The DCS 410 also displays additional information such as air and road
surface temperature (must be equipped with sensor), distance traveled and material
volume totals, and vehicle speed.

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INSTALLATION
1. INSTALLATION OF RAVEN RADAR
For mounting the Radar, the following guidelines will assure proper installation:
It is suggested that a large heavy mounting bracket, (P/N 107-0159-693) be
attached to the vehicle frame for mounting the Radar.
1) Park vehicle on level surface.
2) Select mounting site by considering the following:
a) The line of sight from the lens to the ground must not be obstructed by
structures or tires. Obstructions must not come closer than 20 inches to
the bottom of the Radar. See Figures 1 and 2.
b) The Radar lens must be parallel to the ground from front to back. Radar
can be tilted out 0-15 degrees to provide more clearance and miss
obstructions. See Figure 2. Figure 2.
c) The Radar should be mounted so that the length of the Radar is parallel
with direction of vehicle travel.
3) Use carpenters level to verify that mounting bracket is parallel to the ground.
4) Bolt mounting bracket to implement.
5) Bolt Radar to mounting bracket using mounting hardware. See Figure 3.
6) Connect Radar with Radar Interface Cable (P/N 115-0159-539), to the DCS 410
Console. The Red wire should be connected to 12 VDC. The White wire should be
connected to ground.
CAUTION: The connection of the Radar power in reverse polarity could result in
damage to the Radar.
FIGURE 1 FIGURE 3
FIGURE 2

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2. MOUNTING FLOW METER AND CONTROL VALVE
1) Mount Flow Meter in the area of the liquid control per Figure 5. All flow through
Flow Meter must go to nozzles only, i.e., no return line to tank or pump after
Flow Meter.
2) Flow must be in direction of arrow on Flow Meter.
NOTE: This is two examples of application schematics.
It is essential, when using suspensions, that the system be thoroughly
rinsed out each day after use.
FIGURE 5
ANTI-ICE SCHEMATIC
TIER 2 SCHEMATIC

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3. MOUNTING CONSOLE AND CABLING
NOTE: For instructions on mounting custom cabling, hydraulic valves, and
liquid control systems, consult your dealer.
l) Mount the Console to a secure support inside the cab of the vehicle without
hindering the visibility of the operator.
2) Connect the Console Control Cable to the plugs in the back of the Console.
(See Figure 7).
FIGURE 7
3) Turn POWER ON/OFF switch OFF and route the Red wire to the +12 volt fuse block
and White wire to the negative connection. (DO NOT CONNECT WIRES TO THE STARTER).
Secure the wires with plastic cable ties.
4) Connect the Speed Sensor Cable to the plug in the back of the Console.
5) Verify connector "A" has plug installed and "B" is connected to "C".

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POWER - Turns Console ON or OFF.
CE - Use like you do the CE key on a
calculator. Also used to select the
features listed in IMPORTANT box
above.
CONSOLEFEATURES
IMPORTANT: This Console requires selection of US (lane miles), SI [lane km], and C-P
(Pulse Width Modulated), C-Sd (Standard Valve), C-F (Fast Valve), or C-FC (Fast Close
Valve); and SP1 (wheel drive, etc.), SP2 (radar),or SP3 ( transmission) speed sensor.
ENTER - Used only to enter data into the
Console.
Displays function and calibration data.
MASTER - Controls all ON/OFF valves.
Displays actual application rate.
CALIBRATION KEYS -- Used to enter data into the
Console to calibrate the system.
BLAST CAL -- Blast Rate and Blast Time
SPEED CAL -- Determined by Speed Sensor
METER CAL -- Flow Meter Calibration Number
VALVE CAL -- Valve Response Time
RATE CAL -- Desired Application Rate,
Rates 1-10.
VOL/TANK -- Volume Remaining in Carrier Tank
TIME -- Time, Month, Day, Year, Power Down
TEMP -- Displays air and surface
temperature
SELF TEST -- Simulates Vehicle Speed
FUNCTION KEYS -- Used to Display Data
TOTAL DISTANCE -- Total Distance
TOTAL VOLUME -- Total Volume Applied
DAY DISTANCE -- Day Distance
DAY VOLUME -- Day Volume Applied
DISTANCE -- Distance Traveled
SPEED -- Speed of Vehicle
VOL/MIN -- Volume per Minute
AREA/HOUR -- Area per Hour
DATA MENU -- Various Features and Data
MANUAL - Increases or decreases
application rate when RATE knob is
on "M".
KEY SWITCH - Used during calibration
process and entering of data into
console.
Console Revision can be determined by the
letter stamped in REV box on label.
Console Program can be determined by the
letter stamped in PGM box on label.
BLAST - Provides blast rate for a selected
amount of time.
LANE SWITCHES - Allows individual
control of ON/OFF valves when MASTER
switch is ON.
RATE - Selects manual or fully
automatic application rates 1-10.
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CONSOLEPROGRAMMING
When entering data into the Console, the entry sequence is always the same.
NOTE: DATA MUST BE ENTERED INTO KEYS 3 THRU 7.
Depress the keys correspond-
ing to the number you wish to
enter (i.e. "1","0","2","4").
The numbers will be dis-
played as they are entered.
Complete the entry by again
depressing the ENTER key.
Depress the key in which
you wish to enter data. Depress the ENTER key. An "E" will illuminate in the
DATA display.
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1. INITIALCONSOLEPROGRAMMING
Verify MASTER switch is OFF. After all installation procedures have been
completed, turn POWER switch to on, the Console will flash "CAL" in the LIQ
and DATA displays. This means that the Console must be "programed" before it
can be operated. This is a one-time operation which does not have to be
repeated. Turning OFF the POWER Switch or disconnecting power to the Console
does not affect the Console memory. All data is retained in nonvolatile
memory.
NOTE: The KEY switch must be in and turned to the horizontal position to enter
data into the Console. This is referred to as the "programming mode".
Only the following keys are an exception: . A
"0" (zero) may be entered for "day distance" and "day volume". Refer to
'Distance and Volume Displays' on page 17 for procedure.
The following steps must be followed for proper calibration:
1) Selecting US (lbs/mile), or SI (Kg/km).
a) To select US or SI, depress until the desired selection is
displayed in the DATA display.
b) Momentarily depress , the DATA display will now display SP1.
2) Selecting SP1 (drive shaft, wheel drive, etc.), SP2 (radar), or SP3
(transmission).
a) To select SP1, SP2, or SP3 depress until desired selection is
displayed.
b) Momentarily depress , the DATA display will now display C-P.
3) Selecting Control Valve type C-P (pulse width modulated) C-Sd (standard), C-F
(fast), or C-FC (fast close).
a) To select C-P, C-Sd, C-F, or C-FC depress until desired code is
displayed.
b) Momentarily depress , the DATA display will now display "0".

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c) Depress and hold . The previous 3 settings that were selected will
be displayed in the DATA display. Verify the selections made are correct
before proceeding to the next step. If an error is noted, place POWER switch
OFF, depress and hold , place POWER switch to ON, and repeat steps
1-3.
NOTE: For the remainder of the Console programming the and keys will
be used advance through the various selections.
4) Enter the following values in . Depress to advance through the BLAST
CAL menu.
DISPLAY SCREENS
LIQ DATA PROCEDURE
CAL bL-r 0 Enter the desired Blast Rate
(gal/mile) [lit/km].
CAL bL-S 0 Enter the desired Blast Time (seconds).
5) Enter an initial value of "200" in . The actual SPEED CAL number
will be obtained after initial programming is completed. Refer to section
"CALCULATING SPEED CAL" for more instructions.
6) Enter the calibration number from flow meter tag in .
7) Enter VALVE CAL number based on selected control valve type in . C-P
(53), C-Sd (2123), C-F (743), C-FC (743) refer to Appendix 2 page 29 for
information to adjust this value if necessary.
8) Enter the following values in . Depress the and keys to
advance through rates 1-10 ("r-01" through "r-10").
DISPLAY SCREENS
LIQ DATA PROCEDURE
CAL r-01 0 Enter the desired application rate
(gal/mile) [lit/km].
YOU HAVE NOW COMPLETED INITIAL CONSOLE PROGRAMMING.
The flashing "CAL" will now extinguish. If not, repeat procedure starting at Step 4.

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CONSOLE CALIBRATION
1. CALCULATINGOFFSETS
The offsets need to be set if the system is controlled by a PWM Valve and C-P was selected
during initial console programming.
1) ANTI-ICE HIGH OFFSET
a) LIQ display will show "oFS". Left DATA display will show "Anhi". Right
DATA display will show "254".
b) Depress .
c) Depress to start running the liquid pump. The vol/min of liquid
and "Anhi" will alternately be displayed in the left DATA display.
While liquid pump is running, depress and hold until the vol/min
begins to decrease. Depress to slowly increase the vol/min until
the maximum vol/min is noticed, then increase offset value displayed in
the right DATA display by an additional 10.
d) After desired offset value is set, depress . HIGH OFFSET is now set.
e) Depress to advance to ANTI-ICE LOW OFFSET.
2) ANTI-ICE LOW OFFSET
a) LIQ display will show "oFS". Left DATA display will show "AnLo". Right
DATA display will show "2".
b) Depress .
c) Depress and the liquid pump will stop running. The vol/min of the
liquid and "AnLo" will alternately be displayed in the left DATA display.
Depress and hold until the pump starts running. Use to slowly
decrease the vol/min until "0000" is displayed, then decrease offset value
displayed in the right DATA display by an additional 10.

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d) After desired offset value is set, depress . LOW OFFSET is now set.
e) Depress to return to the ANTI-ICE HIGH OFFSET or depress any other
key to exit the offset menu.
2. CALCULATING "SPEED CAL"
1) Depress until the LIQ display shows "CAL". The left DATA display will show
"SPEd". Right DATA display will show "on" or "oFF".
2) Momentarily depress to turn CAL speed "on".
3) Depress .
4) While driving the vehicle at normal operating speed, depress the and
keys to match the speed displayed in the DATA display to the speedometer
of the truck.
5) When matched, depress and depress to turn CAL speed "oFF" when
calibrated.
6) Depress and record value for future reference.
NOTE: This is not an exact reading. For a more accurate calibration or for radar
speed calibration refer to Appendix 1 for "CALCULATING SPEED CAL".

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OTHER CONSOLE FEATURES
1. VOL/TANK
This feature allows the operator to monitor the amount of liquid remaining in
the tank. Enter the volume of liquid (gal)[lit] in the tank in and the
console will decrease the volume as the liquid is being applied. This volume
must be entered each time tank is filled.
2. LOW TANK ALARM
This feature will sound the alarm when the liquid volume drops below an entered
value. If the liquid volume falls below the low tank value entered, the alarm
will sound 8 beeps every 15 seconds and LIQ display screen will flash "LEul".
The alarm will stop when a value equal to or greater than the Low Tank Alarm value
is entered into VOL/TANK, or the MASTER switch is turned OFF. Entering "0"
into Low Tank Alarm disables the alarm.
a) Depress until the right DATA display flashes.
b) To enter a value, depress , LOW TANK ALARM value, and .
NOTE: Go to DATA MENU to silence audible alarm.
3. LOW TANK LEVEL SHUT-OFF
This feature automatically closes the lane valves when the tank volume reaches
the Low Tank Alarm. The valves will automtically open when a value greater than
the Low Tank Alarm value is entered into VOL/TANK. Refer to DATA MENU
MISCELLANEOUS SCREENS for procedure to use this feature.
4. ZERO SPEED SHUT-OFF
This feature automatically closes the lane valves when the consoles registers
zero speed. The valves will automatically open when a speed registers in the
console. Refer to DATA MENU MISCELLANEOUS SCREENS for procedure to use this
feature.

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5 . TIME
Displays time, month, day, year, and power down feature. Depress . To
advance through the categories depress .
DISPLAY SCREENS
LIQ DATA DESCRIPTION
0000 tiNE 00:00 Time-24 hour clock.
Example: 2:30 p.m. = 14:30
0000 onth 1 Month (1 = January, 2 = Febuary, etc.)
0000 dAY 1 Day
0000 YEAr 00 YEAR.
0000 Pdn 30 Powerdown feature defaulted to 30 days.
6 . TEMP
This feature allows the operator to view the air and road surface temperatures.
A temperature sensor and interface cable must be installed. Consult your dealer
or Raven Industries for more information. Depress . To advance through
the categories depress .
DISPLAY SCREENS
LIQ DATA DESCRIPTION
0000 tENP oFF Selects on or off for temperature feature.
0000 nodE FAr Selects Fahrenheit or Celsius.
0000 A000 P000 Displays air (A) and road surface (P)
temperatures.
NOTE: Baud Rate must be set to 9600. See page 21.

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7. SELF TEST FEATURE
1) SELF TEST allows speed simulation for testing the system while the vehicle is
not moving. Enter the simulated operating speed in . If 6 MPH [9.6
km/h] is desired, enter 6.0 [9.6] (See CONSOLE PROGRAMMING). Verify speed by
depressing , 6.0 [9.6] will appear in the right DATA display. The SELF
TEST speed will clear itself when motion of the vehicle is detected by the Speed
Sensor. The speed displayed may be different than the self test speed entered
depending on the SPEED CAL value.
NOTE: To prevent nuisance clearing of self-test speed, disconnect speed connector
on back of the Console.
2) Display the Console set-up selections depress and hold . DATA display
will cycle through the set-up selections (US or SI, SP1, SP2, SP3, C-P, C-Sd,
C-F, or C-FC).
3) The following is an example on how to use the DCS 410 as a troubleshooting
tool. When placed in the self-test mode it allows the operator and technician
to duplicate system operation.
EXAMPLE:
To determine the maximum application rate that the truck is capable of applying
at a given speed.
1) Depress . Enter a self-test speed of 25 mph.
2) Place the RATE knob to the "M" position.
3) Use the INC switch until application rate in the LIQ display no longer
increases.
4) The rate in the LIQ display is the maximum application rate at 25 mph.
5) Enter a self test speed of 30 mph and the LIQ display will show the maximum
application rate for that speed.
6) Repeat this procedure of increasing the speed to obtain all maximum
application rates at specific speeds.
EXAMPLE:
The operator wants to travel at 30 mph and apply a rate of 80 gallons per mile.
After performing the procedure stated above it was determined that the maximum
application rate at 30 mph was 70 gallons per mile. At that speed and rate the
system of the truck is at the maximum capacity. The following are some possible
choices to increase the capacity; 1) decrease the vehicle speed, 2) accept a lower
application rate at that speed, 3) increase output of liquid pump if possible,
4) change nozzles, 5) utilize tier capability.

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8. DISTANCE & VOLUME DISPLAYS
1) To display the total distance traveled while applying material depress
. To clear this value the key must be turned to the horizontal position
and then enter "0".
2) To display the total volume of material applied depress . To clear this
value the key must be turned to the horizontial position and then enter "0".
3) To display the distance traveled while applying material during day, event, etc.
depress . To clear this value enter "0".
4) To display the distance traveled while applying material during day, event, etc.
depress . To clear this value enter "0".
5) To display distance (feet)[meters] traveled depress .
9. VOL/MIN & LOW LIMIT FLOW ALARM
Displays volume/minute, low limit alarm, and tier functions. Depress .
To advance through the categories depress .
DISPLAY SCREENS
LIQ DATA DESCRIPTION
0000 FLAn .0 Actual volume/minute of system.
0000 LLAn .0 Low Limit Flow Alarm value. Volume/minute
in which alarm is turned on.
0000 tir2 .0 Tier 2 Enable Value. Volume/minute value
in which tier 2 valve will open.
0000 tir3 .0 Tier 3 Enable Value. Volume/minute value
in which tier 3 valve will open.
0000 bAnd 10 Tier Disable Percentage.