Raven RCM Use and care manual

Copyright 2021
RCM-Sprayer Ratio Rate
(without Boom Control)
Calibration and Operation
Manual
016-7100-072 Rev. A 11/2021 E40164

016-0171-686 Rev. A 8/18 E31924
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Table of Contents
016-7100-072 Rev. A i
Chapter 1 Important Information.......................................................................................... 1
Safety ...............................................................................................................................................................................1
Agricultural Chemical Safety ..............................................................................................................................................1
Electrical Safety .......................................................................................................................................................................2
Recommendations and Best Practices ................................................................................................................3
Hose Routing ...........................................................................................................................................................................3
Harness Routing ......................................................................................................................................................................3
Chapter 2 Introduction............................................................................................................. 5
Updates ...........................................................................................................................................................................5
Chapter 3 Initial Calibration.................................................................................................... 7
Create Profile Setup Wizard ....................................................................................................................................7
Profile ..........................................................................................................................................................................................7
ECU Setup ..................................................................................................................................................................................8
Boom and Section Setup .....................................................................................................................................................9
Main Product Setup ............................................................................................................................................................11
Chemical Injection Product Setup .................................................................................................................................13
Rate Preset Setup .................................................................................................................................................................14
Boom Capacity ......................................................................................................................................................................15
Chapter 4 Operation............................................................................................................... 17
RCM-Sprayer Operation Settings .......................................................................................................................17
Product 1 Settings ................................................................................................................................................................17
Product 2 Settings ................................................................................................................................................................17
Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting .................................................................... 19
Visualize Spray Data ................................................................................................................................................19

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CHAPTER
1
Important Information: Safety 1
CHAPTER1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
SAFETY
Follow the operation and safety instructions included with the implement and/or controller and read this manual
carefully before installing or operating this Raven system.
• Follow all safety information presented within this manual. Review implement operation with your local dealer.
• Contact a local Raven dealer for assistance with any portion of the installation, service, or operation of Raven
equipment.
• Follow all safety labels affixed to system components. Be sure to keep safety labels in good condition and
replace any missing or damaged labels. Contact a local Raven dealer to obtain replacements for safety labels.
Observe the following safety measures when operating the implement after installing this Raven system:
• Do not operate this Raven system or any agricultural equipment while under the influence of alcohol or an
illegal substance.
• Be alert and aware of surroundings and remain in the operator seat at all times when operating this Raven
system. •Do not operate the implement on any public road with this Raven system enabled.
•Disable this Raven system before exiting the operator seat.
•Determine and remain a safe working distance from obstacles and bystanders. The operator is
responsible for disabling the system when a safe working distance has diminished.
•Disable this Raven system prior to starting any maintenance work on the implement or components
of this Raven system.
• Do not attempt to modify or lengthen any of the system control cables. Extension cables are available from a
local Raven dealer.
AGRICULTURAL CHEMICAL SAFETY
Follow all federal, state, and local regulations regarding the handling, use, and disposal of agricultural chemicals,
products, and containers. Triple-rinse and puncture or crush empty containers before properly disposing of them.
Contact a local environmental agency or recycling center for additional information.
• Always follow safety labels and instructions provided by the chemical manufacturer or supplier.
NOTICE
WARNING

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• Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment as recommended by the chemical and/or equipment
manufacturer.
• When storing unused agricultural chemicals:
•Store agricultural chemicals in the original container and do not transfer chemicals to unmarked
containers or containers used for food or drink.
•Store chemicals in a secure, locked area away from human and livestock food.
•Keep children away from chemical storage areas.
• Fill, flush, calibrate, and decontaminate chemical application systems in an area where runoff will not reach
ponds, lakes, streams, livestock areas, gardens, or populated areas.
• Follow all label instructions for chemical mixing, handling, and disposal.
• Avoid direct contact with agricultural chemicals or inhaling chemical dust or spray particulate. Seek immediate
medical attention if symptoms of illness occur during, or soon after, use of agricultural chemicals or products.
• After handling or applying agricultural chemicals:
•Thoroughly wash hands and face after using agricultural chemicals and before eating, drinking, or
using the restroom.
•Thoroughly flush or rinse equipment used to mix, transfer, or apply chemicals with water after use
or before servicing any component of the application system.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Always verify that power leads are connected to the correct polarity as marked. Reversing the power leads
could cause severe damage to the Raven system or other components.
• To prevent personal injury or fire, replace defective or blown fuses with only fuses of the same type and
amperage.
• Do not connect the power leads to the battery until all system components are mounted and all electrical
connections are completed.
• Always start the machine before initializing this Raven system to prevent power surges or peak voltage.
• To avoid tripping and entanglement hazards, route cables and harnesses away from walkways, steps, grab bars,
and other areas used by the operator or service personnel when operating or servicing the equipment.
CAUTION

Important Information: Recommendations and Best Practices 3
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
RECOMMENDATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES
HOSE ROUTING
The word “hose” is used to describe any flexible, fluid carrying components. Use the following guidelines and
recommendations when connecting and routing hoses while installing or maintaining this Raven system:
• Leave protective caps/covers over hose ends until connecting the end into the hydraulic system to help
prevent contaminants from entering the system.
• Follow existing hose runs already routed on the implement as much as possible. Proper hose routing should:
•Secure hoses and prevent hoses from hanging below the implement.
•Provide sufficient clearance from moving components and operational zones around shafts;
universal joints and suspension components; pulleys, gears, belts, and chains; moving linkages,
cylinders, articulation joints, etc.
•Protect hoses from field debris and surrounding hazards (e.g. tree limbs, fence posts, crop stubble,
dirt clumps or rocks that may fall or be thrown by the implement).
•Protect hoses from sharp bends, twisting, or flexing over short distances and normal implement
operation.
•Ensure sufficient length for free movement of the implement during normal operation and prevent
pulling, pinching, catching, or rubbing, especially in articulation and pivot points. Clamp hoses
securely to force controlled movement of the hose.
•Avoid abrasive surfaces and sharp edges such as sheared or flame cut corners, fastener threads or
cap screw heads, hose clamp ends, etc.
•Avoid areas where the operator or service personnel might step or use as a grab bar.
• Do not connect, affix, or allow hoses to come into contact with components with high vibration forces, hot
surfaces, or components carrying hot fluids beyond the temperature rating of hose components.
•Hoses should be protected or shielded if routing requires the hose to be exposed to conditions
beyond hose component specifications.
• Avoid routing hoses in areas where damage may occur due to build up of material (e.g. dirt, mud, snow, ice,
etc.).
HARNESS ROUTING
The word “harness” is used to describe any electrical cables and leads, both bundled and unbundled. Use the
following guidelines and recommendations when connecting and routing harnesses while installing or
maintaining this Raven system:
• Leave protective caps/covers over harness connectors until needed to avoid dirt and moisture from
contaminating electrical circuits.
• Secure the harness to the frame or solid structural members at least every 12 in [30 cm].
• Follow existing harness runs already routed on the implement as much as possible. Proper harness routing
should: •Secure harnessing and prevent the harness from hanging below the implement.
•Provide sufficient clearance from moving components and operational zones around shafts;
universal joints and suspension components; pulleys, gears, belts, and chains; moving linkages,
cylinders, articulation joints, etc.
•Protect harnessing from field debris and surrounding hazards (e.g. tree limbs, fence posts, crop
stubble, dirt clumps or rocks that may fall or be thrown by the implement).

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•Protect harnessing from sharp bends, twisting, or flexing over short distances and normal
implement operation.
•Connectors and splices should not be located at bending points or in harness sections that move.
•Ensure sufficient length for free movement of the implement during normal operation and prevent
pulling, pinching, catching, or rubbing, especially in articulation and pivot points. Clamp harnessing
securely to force controlled movement of the harness.
•Avoid abrasive surfaces and sharp edges such as sheared or flame cut corners, fastener threads or
cap screw heads, hose clamp ends, etc.
• Do not connect, affix, or allow harnessing to come into contact with components with high vibration forces, hot
surfaces, or components carrying hot fluids beyond the temperature rating of harness components.
•Harnessing should be protected or shielded if routing requires the hose to be exposed to
conditions beyond harnessing component specifications.
• Avoid routing harnesses in areas where damage may occur due to build up of material (e.g. dirt, mud, snow,
ice, etc.).
• Avoid routing harnesses in areas where the operator or service personnel might step or use as a grab bar.
IMPORTANT: Avoid applying direct spray or pressure washing of electrical components and connections. High pressure
streams and sprays can penetrate seals, cause corrosion, or otherwise damage electrical components.
When performing maintenance:
• Inspect electrical components and connectors for corrosion, damaged pins or housings, etc. Repair or replace
components or harnessing as necessary.
• Ensure connectors are kept clean and dry. Apply dielectric grease to the sealing surfaces of all connections
exposed to moisture, dirt, debris, and other contaminates. Repair or replace harnessing as necessary.
• Clean electrical components with pressurized air, aerosol electrical cleaning agent, or low pressure rinse.
• Remove visible surface water from electrical components and connections using pressurized air or an aerosol
cleaning agent. Allow components to dry thoroughly before reconnecting cables.f

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Introduction: Updates 5
CHAPTER 2 INTRODUCTION
This system is designed to provide Raven Rate Control Module - Sprayer (RCM-Sprayer) Sidekick Pro™ direct
injection ratio rate product control without control of boom sections. The following chapters cover the calibration
and operation of the RCM-Sprayer and Sidekick Pro in this application.
UPDATES
Updates for Raven manuals as well as software updates for Raven consoles, and product controllers are available
at the Applied Technology Division web site:
https://portal.ravenprecision.com
The Raven Service Tool and a laptop PC are required to perform software updates of the Raven Rate Control
Module. Refer to the Raven Service Tool Operation manual for additional assistance with updating the Raven Rate
Control Module.
Sign up for e-mail alerts to receive notifications when updates for your Raven products are available on the Raven
web site.
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CHAPTER
3
Initial Calibration: Create Profile Setup Wizard 7
CHAPTER 3 INITIAL CALIBRATION
CREATE PROFILE SETUP WIZARD
To access the RCM-Sprayer operation features and functions, a profile must be created the first time which the
ECU is powered up after installation.
NOTE: Refer to the RCM-Sprayer and Hawkeye® 2 Calibration and Operation Manual (P/N 016-0171-638) for
additional assistance with available RCM-Sprayer settings and options.
PROFILE
1. Open the working set menu on the ISO VT.
2. Select the RCM-Sprayer working set icon.
FIGURE 1. RCM-Sprayer Create New Profile Page
3. Use the drop-down list to select New Profile.
4. Touch the Accept icon in the lower, right corner of the page to proceed with the Setup Wizard.
5. Use the on-screen keyboard to name the profile. For example, the name of the machine or current
configuration of the system which the RCM-Sprayer will be used to control.

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FIGURE 2. Profile Name Page
6. Use the Machine Type drop-down list to select the type of equipment, tractor, or vehicle on which the RCM-
Sprayer is installed. For example, a pull-type or a self-propelled sprayer.
7. Touch the Next Page button to proceed with the profile wizard.
ECU SETUP
8. The RCM-Sprayer ECU is hard-coded to product number 1. Set the Sidekick Pro™ injection pump as product 2.
FIGURE 3. ECU Product Assignment Page
NOTE: Any additional injection pumps connected to the ISOBUS network will be assigned to product 3 and
higher.
9. Touch the Next Page button.

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INITIAL CALIBRATION
BOOM AND SECTION SETUP
10. In this configuration, the RCM-Sprayer ECU will not control the complete product application system. Touch
the Next Page button to skip the Tip Setup page.
FIGURE 4. Tip Setup Page
11. In the Ratio Rate mode, the RCM-Sprayer will not control sections of the boom, enter a value of 1 for the
Number of Sections field.
FIGURE 5. Section Setup Page
12. Set the Fence Row Type option to None.
13. Touch the Next Page button.

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14. Enter the full width of the boom for the Section 1 value. For example, a boom width of 40 m [130 ft].
FIGURE 6. Section Width Setup Page
15. Touch the Next Page button.
16. Boom section configurations will not be used in this configuration of the RCM-Sprayer. Touch the Next Page
button to skip the Section Offsets settings page.
FIGURE 7. Section Offsets Page

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INITIAL CALIBRATION
MAIN PRODUCT SETUP
17. Use the Boom Pressure drop-down options to select the range of the pressure sensor which is installed at the
spray boom.
FIGURE 8. Product 1 Pressure Sensor Setup Page
18. When the pressure sensors are configured properly, touch the Next Page button.
19. In this configuration, the RCM-Sprayer will not be used to adjust or stop product application. Set the Control
Valve Type drop-down option to None.
FIGURE 9. Product 1 Control Valve Setup Page
20.Touch the Next Page button.

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21. Enter calibration value for the flow meter into the Flow Meter Calibration field. This value can be found on the
label found on the flow meter installed on the sprayer and is typically a value between 1400 and 1600 per 10
gallons.
FIGURE 10. Product 1 Rate Sensor Setup Page
22.Enter the Meter Cal value found on the label on the flow meter installed on the sprayer into the Flow Meter
Calibration field.
23.Set the Flow Meter Low Limit between 1 L/min [0.26 gal/min.] and 4 L/min [1.06 gal/min.].
24.The Tank Fill/Level Sensor option may be set to None.
25.Touch the Next Page button.
26.In the Ratio Rate mode, the RCM-Sprayer will not monitor or provide information based upon the main tank
capacity. Touch the Next Page button to skip the tank fill and capacity settings for the RCM-Sprayer Product 1
tank.
FIGURE 11. Product 1 Tank Fill Setup Page

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INITIAL CALIBRATION
CHEMICAL INJECTION PRODUCT SETUP
27.On the Product 2 Injection page, enter the capacity of the chemical or injection tank in the Tank Capacity field.
NOTE: The standard chemical or injection tank supplied by Raven Industries is 90 L [24 gal.].
FIGURE 12. Product 2 Chemical Injection Tank Fill Setup Page
28.Set a Low Tank Level value and enable the Alarm option if desired. If a non-zero value is entered in the Low
Tank Level field, and the chemical or injection tank level falls to the set value, the system will provide an alert or
warning.
29.Touch the Next Page button to continue with the profile wizard.

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RATE PRESET SETUP
30.In a Ratio Rate application mode, the RCM-Sprayer will not use product application rates for product 1 or the
main tank. Enter a non-zero value in the Preset 1 field and touch the Next Page button to skip the remaining
settings.
FIGURE 13. Product 1 Rate Presets Page
31. On the Product 2 Injection page, enable the Ratio Rate option at the bottom of the page.
FIGURE 14. Product 2 Rate Presets Page
32.Enter rate presets in the Preset 1, Preset 2, and Preset 3 fields. These values allow the machine operator to
quickly adjust the target rate of the injected chemical during field operations.
NOTE: For the Squall brand chemical, it is recommended to set rate presets in increments of 5 mL/L.
33.Touch the Next Page button.

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INITIAL CALIBRATION
BOOM CAPACITY
34.When boom recirculation capabilities are installed on the spray boom, enter the volume contained in the spray
boom sections in the Boom Capacity field.
NOTE: By default, the Boom Capacity is set to 0.5 L [0.13 gal.] per meter of boom. For example, a 40 m boom
has a boom capacity around 20 L of water.
FIGURE 15. Boom Capacity
35.Touch the Next Page button to complete the Profile Setup Wizard.

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