Introduction; Sprayer & Spreader Control Systems; Chapter 2 Introduction - Raven SCS 5000 Series Installation And Operation Manual

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Sprayer & Spreader Control Systems
The Raven SCS 4000/5000 Series control systems are designed to simplify sprayer or spreader applications
by providing speed compensated product application regardless of the vehicle speed while adjusting for the
width and status of programmed boom sections and a target rate set by the operator. SCS control systems
improve the uniformity of product coverage for up to five liquid (carrier or chemical injection) or granular
products via product control nodes connected to a CAN, or Controller Area Network.
Once properly installed and calibrated for the machine and application type, the operator sets the target
application rate for each product to be controlled by the SCS 4000/5000 Series console. Simply toggle the
boom and master switches to the on positions and go. The console and product control nodes adjust the
control valves to the target application rate regardless of vehicle speed or gear selection.
During product application, the SCS 4000/5000 Series consoles also function as an area monitor, speed
monitor, and volume totalizer. The actual volume per area, or weight per area, is displayed for each product
and a manual override switch allows the operator to manually adjust application of each product for system
check-out and spot spraying.
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NOTICE
Performance of the system relies on proper
installation of the SCS system and preventive
maintenance of the complete sprayer or
spreader. Raven Industries recommends that
the equipment operator review this manual
thoroughly before operating the system. This
manual provides procedures for installing and
operating the SCS console and CAN product
control system.
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