Raven SmarTrax User manual

GVM Predator 8245
SmarTrax™ Installation Manual

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this document,
Raven Industries assumes no responsibility for omissions and errors. Nor is any
liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained
herein.
Raven Industries shall not be held responsible or liable for the effects of
atmospheric conditions and sunspot activity on the performance of our products.
Raven Industries cannot guarantee the accuracy, integrity, continuity, or
availability of the GPS signal from the U.S. Department of Defense/NAVSTAR
GPS satellites, the OmniSTAR correction service or the WAAS correction
service.
Raven Industries accepts no responsibility for the use of the signal for other than
the stated purpose. Raven Industries shall not be responsible or liable for
incidental or consequential damages or a loss of anticipated benefits or profits,
work stoppage or loss or impairment of data arising out of the use, or inability to
use, the SmarTrax or any of its components.
Disclaimer

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Raven SmarTrax system! This system is designed
to provide cutting-edge, hands-free steering of your machine via GPS coordinates.

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Basic Kit
Contents
Below you will see the kit contents that you should have received with this SmarTrax
kit.
GVM Predator 8245 SmarTrax Kit Contents
Quantity Item Description Part Number
1SENSOR ASSY., LINEAR STEERING POSITION,
300mm 063-0181-001
4HOSE, HYD., 9/16" JIC (F) 90° TO 9/16" JIC (F),
48" 214-1000-499
2HOSE, HYD., 9/16" JIC (F) 90° TO 9/16" JIC (F),
36" 214-1000-438
1VALVE, HYD. MOTOR MOUNT, DUAL CB,
W/FITTINGS 334-0003-026
1SWITCH, PRESSURE, MICRO, HD, 15-100 BAR
ADJUSTABLE 422-0000-073
1 VALVE, HYD., OPEN CENTER, PWM 334-0003-064
3FTG., ADAPTER, SWIVEL RUN TEE, 9/16" JIC
M/M/F 333-0012-043
2 FTG -10 SAE O-RING (M) TO -6 JIC (M) 333-0012-106
4 BOLT, 5/16-18 x 7/8" HEX 311-0052-104
4 WASHER, LOCK, 5/16" 313-1000-019
1 MANUAL, INSTALLATION 016-0190-086
1 MANUAL, INSTALLATION, SMARTRAX 016-9001-012
1 LABEL, WARNING, DO NOTSTEP 041-0159-688
1 LABEL, WARNING, TAMPERING 041-0159-689
1 CABLE, HYDRAULIC SOLENOID / OVERRIDE 115-0171-466

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SAFETY
Important: Hydraulics are under pressure. Never attempt to
open or work on a hydraulic system with the equipment running.
Care should always be taken when first opening a system that
was previously pressurized.
When disconnecting the hydraulic hoses or when purging is required, be aware
that the hydraulic oil within the machine system may be extremely hot and under
high pressure. Caution must be exercised. Any work carried out on the hydraulic
system must be performed in accordance with the machine manufacturerer’s
approved maintenance instructions. Raven Industries recommends that appropri-
ate protective equipment be worn when working on the hydraulic system. Ob-
jects or materials that are able to bypass the machine’s hydraulic filtration system
will adversely reduce performance and possibly damage the hydraulic valves.
Do not reverse the power leads. Doing so will cause severe damage to the
equipement. Always check to make sure that the power leads are connected to
the right polarity as marked. Ensure that the power cable is the last cable to be
connected.
Hydraulic
Safety
Requirements
Electical
Safety
Requirements

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MOUNTING THE VALVES
Mount the valve on the left side of the machine under step platform. Drill holes
in support beam for platform, mount valve.

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Mounting the
Counterbalance
Valve and
Pressure Switch
Position the counterbalance valve on a bracket over the top of the hole pattern on
the front left cab support. Secure the valve to the bracket using the provided
bolts and nuts.
Remove the elbow fitting from the pressure switch and attach the switch to the
brake port on the valve. Secure the switch by tightening the remaining swivel
fitting on the valve.

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HYDRAULICS
New hoses should be run so they follow the routing of the old hoses.
Hose Routing &
Connections

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Pressure Hose
Remove the existing pump to orbital hose and connect to the P-Port on the
Raven Steering Control Valve. (See picture below)
Excess Flow Hose
Attach the 90° hose end to the Raven Steering Control Valve and connect the
straight end of the Excess Flow hose (P/N 214-1000-499) to the steering
orbital. (See picture below)
Excess flow to P
port on orbital
Pressure hose from
pump

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Tank Port to Orbital Hose
Disconnect the existing hose from the orbital to the hydraulic tank manifold.
On the orbital, attach the tee fitting and hose (P/N 214-1000-499). On the
Raven Steering Control Valve, attach 90° hose end to the tee fitting. (See
picture below)
Right Steer and Left Steer Hoses
Disconnect the original right and left steering hoses from the orbital. Connect
tees to the original hoses and attach to the CB valve opposite side the pressure
switch is on. Attach hoses (214-1000-499) to the open tee ports, then to A and
B ports on the Raven Steering Control Valve. Connect hoses (214-1000-438)
to the pressure switch side A, B ports and route back to the orbital and connect
to the A and B ports. (See picture below)
Tank Line
to T Port Excess
Flow

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Notes:

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STEERING POSITION SENSOR INSTALLATION
*See Installation sheet found in the S.P.S. box for further mounting instruc-
tions.
Linear Steering
Position
Sensor Mounting
The wired end of the wheel angle sensor is attached to
the rod end of the right steering cylinder. Drill and tap
pins or weld brackets to pins holding the cylinder.
With the wheels straight, mount sensor securely when
the sensor is half way between fully compressed and
fully extended.

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START-UP PROCEDURES
After installing the SmarTrax on your machine, always follow these start-up pro-
cedures.
Make sure the Steering Position Sensor does not over-extend or over-
compress when turning the wheels.
Turn the wheels fully from side to side numerous times to remove air
from the hydraulic system.
Important: Time the wheels for a full left to right and right to
left time of approximately 6 seconds. Refer to the Universal
Kit Manual for additional instructions on this.

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Raven Industries will not assume any expense or liability for repairs
made outside our facilities without written consent. Raven Industries
is not responsible for damage to any associated equipment or
products and will not be liable for loss of profit or other special
damages. The obligation of this warranty is in lieu of all other
warranties, expressed or implied, and no person or organization is
authorized to assume any liability for Raven Industries.
Damages caused by normal wear and tear, misuse, abuse, neglect,
accident, or improper installation and maintenance are not covered
by this warranty.
What Does this Warranty Cover?
How Long is the Coverage Period?
How Can I Get Service?
What Will Raven Industries Do?
What is not Covered by this Warranty?
Bring the defective part and proof of purchase to your Raven Dealer.
If your Dealer agrees with the warranty claim, the Dealer will send the
part and proof of purchase to their distributor or to Raven Industries
for final approval.
Upon confirmation of the warranty claim, Raven Industries will, at our
discretion, repair or replace the defective part and pay for return
freight.
RAVENINDUSTRIES
Limited Warranty
This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in your
Raven Applied Technology Product under normal use, maintenance,
and service.
Raven Applied Technology Products are covered by this warranty for
12 months after the date of purchase. This warranty coverage applies
only to the original owner and is nontransferable.

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GVM Predator 8245
SmarTrax™ Installation Manual
(P/N 016-0190-086 Rev A 7/09)