Raven Sidekick Pro Installation and operating manual

Copyright 2021
RCM - Sprayer with
Sidekick Pro™ ICD Ratio
Rate Quick Installation
Reference
016-7100-049 Rev. A 10/21 E37179

016-0171-686 Rev. A 8/18 E31924
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Table of Contents
016-7100-049 Rev. A 1
Chapter 2 Introduction............................................................................................................. 3
System Overview .........................................................................................................................................................3
Compatible Kits ............................................................................................................................................................3
RCM - Sprayer Kits .................................................................................................................................................................4
Sidekick Pro™ ICD Kits ..........................................................................................................................................................5
Optional Recirculation Kit ...................................................................................................................................................5
Chapter 3 Installation ............................................................................................................... 7
Plumbing Components .............................................................................................................................................7
Mount the Sidekick Pro™ ICD Injection System .........................................................................................................7
Plumb the Injection System ................................................................................................................................................9
Mount Rinse Valve .................................................................................................................................................................9
Assemble and Mount the Mixer .....................................................................................................................................10
Machines with Recirculation Systems ...........................................................................................................................12
Electrical Components and Cabling ..................................................................................................................16
Mount and Connect the Rate Control Module - Sprayer (RCM - Sprayer) ECU ..........................................16
Connect the Sidekick Pro™ ICD Pump and Cables .................................................................................................17
Extension Cables ...................................................................................................................................................................18
Master Input Signal .............................................................................................................................................................19
Section Control .....................................................................................................................................................................20
System Diagrams ..................................................................................................................................................................21

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CHAPTER
2
Introduction: 3
CHAPTER 2 INTRODUCTION
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The Raven Sidekick Pro™ ICD Rate Ratio Direct Injection system is designed to provide efficient and accurate
incorporation of spray additives from an injection module.
By using a separate injection module, the system eliminates mixing additives in the main tank, reduces waste, and
simplifies equipment care and maintenance. The system is compatible on pull-type and self-propelled sprayers
and may be made compatible with recirculation systems.
The Sidekick Pro ICD pump injects the additive into the main carrier line. An in-line mixer then incorporates the
main chemical and the additives together before sending the liquid to the boom. The rate of injected chemical is
based upon the flow rate of the carrier line and a specified ratio of additive to carrier flow.
COMPATIBLE KITS
This section contains a list of the components included in the RCM - Sprayer kit. One of the Sidekick Pro ICD kits is
also required to complete the installation.
Before beginning the system installation, compare the items in the kit with the components on this list. Contact a
local Raven dealer for additional assistance if necessary.

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RCM - SPRAYER KITS
FIGURE 1. RCM - Sprayer Ratio Rate Injection Kit (P/N 117-7100-049-C)
FIGURE 2. RCM - Sprayer Mounting Kit (P/N 117-0171-680-A)
H053-0159-331
N
115-0172-422
N
115-7301-032
N
115-0172-397
N
117-0171-680
N
063-0173-951
N
063-0173-291
N
422-0000-119
N
N
053-0159-385
N
435-3003-048
N
219-0000-138
N
435-3003-038
N
311-9000-030
N
219-0000-097
N
333-0002-366
N
016-7100-049
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N
063-0173-737
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ENVELOPE, PLASTIC
CLAMP, V-BAND, FC-220, STAINLESS
GASKET, FLANGE, M220, VITON
CLAMP, FC-200, WORM DRIVE V-BAND MANIFOLD VLAVE
(LABELED BOX 2 OF 2)
MIXER/CHECK VALVE M220 FLANGED
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DESCRIPTIONPART #
BOX, SHIPPING (LABELED BOX 1 OF 2)
CABLE, ADAPTER, PADDLE SWITCH
KIT MOUNTING RCM
TRANSDUCER PRESS 1-5V 0-250PSI
2
2
1
EXHAUST CLAMP, M8, 60MM
GASKET, 150G FLANGE MANIFOLD VALVE, (M200)
FITTING, FLANGED. M220-200 BANJO
MAN RCM W/SIDEKICK RATIO RATE INSTALLATION
THIS KIT TO CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING ITEMS LISTED BELOW:
# QTY
RAVEN RCM HWK LVL1 HWK READY RATE CONTROL
FLOWMETER RFM60P/DTSCH HP
CABLE, ECU, RCM PRODUCT CONTROL H2 COMPATIBLE
CABLE, FOOT SWITCH, 12' ROW CROP
QTY
053-0159-141 1 BOX, SHIPPING
107-0172-484 1 BRACKET, ACCUFLOW VORTEX, NODE SUPPORT
053-0159-057 1 ENVELOPE, PLASTIC
311-0050-236 1 BOLT, MACHINE, HEX HEAD, 1/4-20 UNC-2 X 2-1/2, SS
311-0050-238 2 BOLT, MACHINE, HEX HEAD, 1/4-20 UNC-2 X 3, SS
311-0054-081 2 BOLT, HEX HEAD, 3/8-16 UNC X 1-1/4
312-1001-164 2 NUT, FLANGE LOCK, 3/8-16 UNC
312-4000-164 3 NUT, LOCK, NYLON INSERT, 1/4-20
THIS KIT TO CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING ITEMS LISTED BELOW:
DESCRIPTION
PART #

Introduction: 5
INTRODUCTION
SIDEKICK PRO™ ICD KITS
Select one of the following kits:
NOTE: Refer to the Sidekick Pro™ ICD Installation and Operation Manual (P/N 016-0171-605) for additional
details on rinse assist and injection module components.
• 117-0175-071 KIT, SIDEKICK PRO ICD, LV W/ TANK, W/ RINSE
• 117-0175-072 KIT, SIDEKICK PRO ICD, LV, W/ RINSE
• 117-0175-073 KIT, SIDEKICK PRO ICD, HV W/ TANK, W/ RINSE
• 117-0175-074 KIT, SIDEKICK PRO ICD, HV, W/ RINSE
NOTE: Source and use a separate chemical injection tank if there is insufficient space for the available tanks
provided through Raven.
OPTIONAL RECIRCULATION KIT
FIGURE 3. Spray Boom Recirculation Kit (P/N 117-0175-075-A)
H053-0159-323
N
115-0172-645
N
063-0174-177
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THIS KIT TO CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING ITEMS LISTED BELOW:
ITEM # QTY
ASSEMBLY, PUMP, BILGEN, SELF-PRIMING
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DESCRIPTIONPART #
BOX, SHIPPING (LABELED BOX 1 OF 1)
CABLE, BOOM RECIRCULATION, IN/OUT VALVE, PUMP
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CHAPTER
3
Installation: 7
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION
PLUMBING COMPONENTS
FIGURE 1. Conventional Spray Boom Configuration
FIGURE 2. Conventional Spray Boom Configuration with Injection
MOUNT THE SIDEKICK PRO™ ICD INJECTION SYSTEM
Refer to the “Mount the Sidekick Pro ICD Pump and Chemical Tank” section in the Sidekick Pro™ ICD Installation &
Operation Manual (P/N 016-0171-605).
• Make sure that there are no moving parts near the injection pump. This can cause damage.
• Mount the Sidekick Pro™ ICD pump as close as possible to the selected point of injection.
• Mount the Sidekick Pro™ ICD pump so that the outlet port is pointing up.

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• Mount the Sidekick Pro™ ICD in a location which provides access to the pump and ECU to simplify calibration
and troubleshooting.
NOTE: Length of cabling may dictate available mounting locations. The following figures offer some
examples of how to mount the Sidekick Pro™ ICD injection module.
FIGURE 3. Sidekick Pro™ ICD Injection Module
FIGURE 4. 90° Push-In Fitting
Insert 8mm tube (P/N 333-0014-005) at the push-in fitting and connect to the point of injection at the mixer.
90° Push-In 8xR1/2
(P/N 333-0014-002)
90° Push-In 8xR1/2
(P/N 333-0014-001)
To Point of Injection

Installation: 9
INSTALLATION
PLUMB THE INJECTION SYSTEM
Refer to the Sidekick Pro™ ICD Installation & Operation Manual (P/N 016-0171-605) for details on plumbing the
injection system including closed calibration.
Optionally, the pump may be plumbed as shown in the figure below.
FIGURE 5. Sidekick Pro™ ICD without Closed Calibration System
MOUNT RINSE VALVE
Refer to the Sidekick Pro™ Installation & Operation Manual (P/N 016-0171-605) for details on plumbing the rinse
assist.
NOTE: The Sidekick Pro™ Rinse Assist Installation and Operation Guide (P/N 016-0171-674) is also available
for reference on the installation and operation of the rinse assist system.
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ASSEMBLE AND MOUNT THE MIXER
1. Assemble the mixer as shown in Figure 6, “Mixer Assembly,” shown below.
FIGURE 6. Mixer Assembly
NOTE: Figure 7 on page 11 offers and example of the check valve and the push-in fitting.
2. Mount the mixer near the inlet of the boom.
NOTE: Refer to Figure 8 on page 11 for an example of mounting the assembly to the implement.
NOTE: Gaskets, V-bands, the mixer, flow meter, and connector are included in the RCM - Sprayer ratio rate
injection kit (P/N 117-7100-049). The flange couplings to the existing product carrier lines are not
included in the kit. These items need to be ordered separately. The size of the connector at the flow
meter is M200. The size of the connector at the end of the mixer is M220.
3. Place a 3-way hand valve up-stream from the check valve if possible. This valve may be used to drain the
system or for a manual catch test.
Item
No. Description Part Number
1 Assembly, M220 Flanged Mixer/Check Valve 063-0173-737
2 Clamp, 2” V-Band 435-3003-048
3 Seal, M220 219-0000-138
4 Fitting, M220-200 Banjo Flanged 333-0002-366
5 Flow Meter, RFM 60P (Deutch DT, HP, 2 Magnet Turbine) 063-0173-291
6 Gasket, 1-1/2” Viton 150G Pakking 219-0000-180
7 Fitting, 8mm x R1/4 Male Stud Elbow BSPT Push-in 333-0014-002
8 Valve, 8mm In-line Non-return Push-in 333-0014-004
9 Clamp, M8 x 60mm Exhaust 311-9000-030

Installation: 11
INSTALLATION
FIGURE 7. Mount Check Valve and Push-in Fitting
FIGURE 8. Example Plumbing and ECU Installation
Nylon Tube
Check Valve
Optional 3-Way Hand
Valve to be Installed
Here
Push-In
Fitting
to injection pump
Raven Mixer
(P/N 063-0173-737)
Injection Point
(P/N 333-0014-002)
Check Valve
(P/N 333-0014-004)
Raven Flow Meter
(P/N 063-0173-291)
Raven Control
Module - Sprayer
(RCM - Sprayer)
(P/N 063-0173-951)
RCM - Sprayer
Product Control
Cable
(P/N 115-7301-032)
Pressure Sensor
(P/N 422-0000-119)

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MACHINES WITH RECIRCULATION SYSTEMS
NOTE: The Sidekick Pro™ ICD injection pump should not be used with boom recirculation systems. Boom
recirculation returns injected and mixed chemicals back to the main tank, which can cause clumping
and other issues with the sprayer system.
To address this issue, 3-way valves must be installed at the ends of the boom to allow the operator to
shut off tank return or boom recirculation features. The flow meter, injection pump, pressure sensor,
mixer, and recirculation pump are located between the valves.
The following components are required for machines with a recirculation system:
• Boom Recirculation In/Out Valve Pump Cable (P/N 115-0172-645).
• Recirculation pump (45 L/min - P/N 063-0174-177).
• Not available through Raven:
•2 electric 12 V 3-way valves. Valves must be a tee configuration (not an L) to ensure proper flow
rates.
•Check valve after the circulation pump.
•Tee fittings to branch the recirculation pump into the product lines and the boom.
The figures below offer examples of two configurations of sprayers with boom recirculation. The valves and
recirculation pump may be controlled by the Raven system.
FIGURE 9. 3-Way Valve on Sprayer (Before Recirculation)

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INSTALLATION
FIGURE 10. Recirculation with 3-Way Valve on Sprayer
FIGURE 11. 2-Way Valve on Sprayer (Before Recirculation)
In Out
Recirculation
Pump
3-Way
Inlet Valve
Flow
Meter
Mixer Sprayer 3-Way Valve
Spray Boom
3-Way Outlet
Valve
Point of
Injection

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FIGURE 12. Recirculation with 2-Way Valve on Sprayer
1. Ensure mounted valves are in the pass-through direction when there is no voltage connected. This will allow
the sprayer to function conventionally when the injection pump is not used and avoid circulating injected
chemical back to the main carrier tank.
FIGURE 13. Mixer and Valves Mounted Near Sprayer Boom
In Out
Recirculation
Pump
3-Way
Inlet Valve
Flow
Meter
Mixer
Spray Boom
3-Way
Outlet Valve
Point of
Injection 2-Way Valve
Raven Mixer
(P/N 063-0173-737)
3-Way Inlet Valve
Raven Check Valve
Pressure Sensor
Recirculation Pump
3-Way Outlet Valve
Check Valve
Flow Meter

Installation: 15
INSTALLATION
FIGURE 14. Alternative Mixer and Valves Mounted on Sprayer Center Rack
2. Mount couplings as close to each other as possible.
NOTE: Large spaces between the couplings increase the risk that liquid stays in the boom when cleaning or
injected liquid enters the main tank when the sprayer is in normal operation mode.
Return Spray Boom
Begin Spray Boom
3-Way Outlet Valve
3-Way Inlet Valve
Return Spray Boom
Recirculation Pump
Check Valve
Mixer
Injection Point/
Pressure Sensor
Check Valve
Flow Meter

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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND CABLING
NOTE: Review Figure 19 on page 21 and Figure 20 on page 22 for additional cabling and connection
information.
MOUNT AND CONNECT THE RATE CONTROL MODULE - SPRAYER (RCM - SPRAYER) ECU
BEST MOUNTING PRACTICES
Ensure the installer follows all of the following guidelines for best mounting practices:
• Use the ECU mounting bracket (P/N 107-0172-484) and supplied hardware.
• By default, the orientation of the RCM - Sprayer is set to horizontal position with connectors pointing
downwards, ensuring that water or moisture will not enter the connectors.
• Mount the RCM - Sprayer to the implement chassis using the provided hardware. The best place to mount the
RCM - Sprayer is near the flow meter, pressure sensor, and the valves for the sections.
• Ensure RCM - Sprayer is secure. The RCM - Sprayer needs to be near the mixer to receive signals from the flow
meter and the pressure sensor. The best place for the mixer is near the beginning of the boom. See Figure 8 on
page 11 for an example.
FIGURE 15. Mounted RCM - Sprayer ECU
FIGURE 16. RCM - Sprayer ECU Cable Connections

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INSTALLATION
3. Insert the 3 connectors from the RCM - Sprayer product control cable (P/N 115-7301-032) to the RCM - Sprayer
ECU.
NOTE: The cable connectors will only fit one way in the RCM - Sprayer ports.
The gray connector is the power/communication connector. The 23 and 35-pin black connectors are used for
signal inputs and outputs.
4. Connect the flow and pressure sensors to the RCM - Sprayer product control cable. Check the connector labels
for assistance with proper connections.
5. If the boom has recirculation, connect the recirculation pump and in/out valve cable (P/N 115-0172-645) to the
connector labeled AUX drivers on the RCM - Sprayer product control cable.
CONNECT THE SIDEKICK PRO™ ICD PUMP AND CABLES
1. Connect the Gen3 Sidekick Pro™ Injection Cable (P/N 115-7301-016) to the Sidekick Pro™ ICD pump.
2. Plug the black and gray connectors into the Sidekick Pro™ ICD pump.
FIGURE 17. Sidekick Pro™ ICD Pump Connections
3. Plug the PSI, FLOW, and VAC connectors to the sensors on the Sidekick Pro™ ICD pump. Check the connector
labels to ensure proper connections.
4. Connect the rinse assist connector from the Gen3 Sidekick Pro™ ECU cable (P/N 115-7301-016) to the rinse
valve.

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EXTENSION CABLES
NOTE: Review Figure 19 on page 21 and Figure 20 on page 22 for additional cabling and connection
information.
Extension cables are available in the following lengths.
•1.8 m [6 ft] (P/N 115-7300-074)
•3.6 m [12 ft] (P/N 115-7300-075)
•4.9 m [16 ft] (P/N 115-7300-076)
•6.1 m [20 ft] (P/N 115-7300-077)
•7.3 m [24 ft] (P/N 115-7300-078)
•8.5 m [28 ft] (P/N 115-7300-079)
•9.7 m [32 ft] (P/N 115-7300-080)
•11 m [36 ft] (P/N 115-7300-081)
•12.2 m [40 ft] (P/N 115-7300-082)
•14 m [46 ft] (P/N 115-7300-083)
•16.5 m [54 ft] (P/N 115-7300-084)
•18.3 m [60 ft] (P/N 115-7300-085)
These cables have a standard 19-pin Deutsch connection. Plug on one end and receptacle on the other. These
cables may be used to extend the existing implement bus communication and power wires to other parts of the
machine.
NOTE: Depending upon the machine and mounting location of the RCM - Sprayer and the Sidekick Pro ICD
pump, various extension cables may be used to connect the main RCM - Sprayer and Sidekick Pro
ICD cables. Contact a local Raven dealer for additional assistance with IBBC and IBIC harness options,
extension cables, and other available options for interfacing with the ISOBUS.
When adding this system to the existing implement bus, with or without the use of extension cables, the bus must
be terminated at the end of the system. Place a terminator (P/N 115-7300-044) or an IBIC bracket at the end of the
ISOBUS network.