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GPS, GNSS, SBAS, etc.). Therefore, Raven Industries cannot guarantee the accuracy, integrity, continuity, or availability of these services and cannot guarantee the ability to use Raven systems, or products used as components of systems, which rely upon the reception of these signals or availability of these services.
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Important Safety Information..........1 Hydraulic Safety ........................2 Electrical Safety ........................2 Chapter 2 Introduction................3 Preparing for Installation ......................4 Recommendations ......................4 Point of Reference ....................... 4 Hydraulic Fittings ........................4 Chapter 3 PowerGlide ................
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Table of Contents Gauge Wheel Mounting Locations ..................39 Install the PowerGlide Wiring ....................40 Mount the AutoBoom Node ....................41 Connect the Harness to the Boom Function Controls ............41 Connect the Harness Cable to the Implement Extension Tee - Gen II Cable Only ...
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Table of Contents Chapter 6 Replacement Parts ............... 69 Valves ............................69 PowerGlide Replacement Parts ..................69 PowerGlide Plus and UltraGlide ..................70 Wheels ............................ 70 Sensors ........................... 71 Manual No. 016-0230-014...
• Follow all safety information presented within this manual. • If you require assistance with any portion of the installation or service of your Raven equipment, contact your local Raven dealer for support. • Follow all safety labels affixed to the AutoBoom system components. Be sure to keep safety labels in good condition and replace any missing or damaged labels.
CAUTION Hydraulic Safety • Raven Industries recommends that appropriate protective equipment must be worn at all times when working on the hydraulic system. • Never attempt to work on a hydraulic system with the equipment running. Care should always be taken when opening a system that has been previously pressurized.
CHAPTER C h a p t e r 2 Congratulations on your purchase of the Raven AutoBoom system! This system is designed to provide automated boom height adjustment for agricultural spraying equipment. This manual applies to the following machines. For future reference, write the serial number of your machine in the space below.
Recommendations Raven Industries recommends the following best practices before installing or operating the AutoBoom system for the first time, at the start of the season, or when moving the AutoBoom system to another machine: •...
This section contains a list of the components that are included in the PowerGlide AutoBoom kit. Before beginning the AutoBoom installation, compare the items in the AutoBoom kit with the components on this list. If you have questions about the kit, contact your Raven dealer. Note: In addition to the following kit components, an axle kit is required for the operation of the PowerGlide AutoBoom system.
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Chapter 3 PowerGlide Installation Kit (P/N 117-0230-014) TABLE 1. Picture Item Description Part Number Qty. Wheel 322-0131-008 Splice - Scotch Lock 16-18 Gauge Parallel 405-2001-079 Cartridge - LS Plug Hydraulic 334-0002-137 Fitting - 3/4” Hex Plug 333-0012-211 U-Bolt - 2-1/16” W x 3” L x 3/8” Thread 107-0171-609 U-Bolt - 1-3/8”...
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PowerGlide PowerGlide Installation Kit (P/N 117-0230-014) TABLE 1. Picture Item Description Part Number Qty. Nut - 3/8”-16 Zinc Flanged Lock 312-1001-164 Washer - 5/16”-24 x 1” Grade 8 Lock 313-1000-019 Hydraulic Kit (P/N 117-0134-014) TABLE 2. Picture Item Description Part Number Qty.
PowerGlide Install the PowerGlide Hydraulic System WARNING The machine must remain stationary and switched off, with the booms unfolded and supported, during installation or maintenance. CAUTION When installing AutoBoom hydraulics or performing diagnostics, maintenance, or routine service, ensure precautions are taken to prevent any foreign material from being introduced into the machine’s hydraulic filtration system.
Chapter 3 Install the Load Sense Fitting Load Sense Fitting Installation Location FIGURE 1. Port 9 Remove the cartridge from Port 9 on the AutoBoom valve. Load Sense Plug Hydraulic Cartridge Installed FIGURE 2. Install load sense plug hydraulic cartridge (P/N 334-0002-137) in Port 9 of the AutoBoom valve. Load Sense Fitting Installed FIGURE 3.
PowerGlide Install Fittings on the AutoBoom Valve Before mounting the AutoBoom valve on the machine, install the proper fittings in the valve. This prepares the valve for installation and simplifies the hose connection process later in the procedure. Refer to the following table to install the fittings in the appropriate ports of the AutoBoom valve.
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Chapter 3 Install the Pressure and Tank Hoses WARNING Hydraulics are under pressure. Care should always be taken with a system that has been pressurized. When disconnecting or purging hydraulic hoses, be aware that the hydraulic fluid within the machine’s system may be extremely hot and under high pressure.
PowerGlide Tank Hoses Installed on the Machine FIGURE 7. Locate the tank hose on the machine’s hydraulic valve. Disconnect the machine’s tank hose from the hydraulic valve. Install the 1-1/16” JIC M/M/F swivel run tee adapter fitting (P/N 333-0012-109) to the open tank port of the machine’s hydraulic valve.
Chapter 3 Connect the machine’s left raise hose to Port LC of the AutoBoom valve. Orifice Fitting Installed on Machine’s Hydraulic Valve FIGURE 9. Install the orifice fitting removed from the left tilt cylinder in step 2 into the left raise port of the machine’s hydraulic valve.
PowerGlide Rotate the boom tilt stop repeatedly so that it moves outward (toward the boom tip). Note: Adjusting the boom tilt stops allows the machine’s booms to extend lower than the horizontal position. Install the Load Sense Hoses Fittings Installed on the Shuttle Check Valve FIGURE 11.
PowerGlide Install the Gauge Wheels Move the Wet Boom To allow the gauge wheels to be installed, the machine’s wet boom must be moved. Complete the following steps to move the machine’s wet boom. Machine’s Wet Boom FIGURE 13. Unbolt the wet boom brackets from the boom. Rotate the clamps on the wet booms 1/2 turn so that the wet booms are lowered to the boom bracket.
Chapter 3 Gauge Wheel Installed FIGURE 14. Remove the nuts from the left wheel axle. Place the wheel (P/N 322-0131-008) on the left wheel axle. Reinstall the lug nuts on the wheel axle to secure the wheel. Secure the left wheel mounting bracket (P/N 116-0159-532) to the front of the second left boom using four 1-3/8”...
PowerGlide Machine’s Boom Function Coils FIGURE 15. Locate the machine’s boom function coils on the machine’s hydraulic valve. Locate the left tilt up coil. Determine which wire feeding into the coil receives the signal from the switches in the cab by pressing the switch and using a test light or multi-meter to detect +12 volts.
Chapter 3 Connect the Controller Controller Connectors FIGURE 16. Route the controller cable (P/N 115-0230-002) into the right side of the machine’s cab. Locate the two controller connectors and connect them to the AutoBoom controller (P/N 063-0130-011). Note: Mount the AutoBoom controller in the machine’s cab so that the machine’s operator has easy access to it.
This section contains a list of the components that are included in the PowerGlide Plus AutoBoom kit. Before beginning the AutoBoom installation, compare the items in the AutoBoom kit with the components on this list. If you have questions about the kit, contact your Raven dealer. PowerGlide Plus Installation Kit (P/N 117-0231-014) TABLE 1.
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Chapter 4 PowerGlide Plus Installation Kit (P/N 117-0231-014) TABLE 1. Picture Item Description Part Number Qty. Bolt - 5/16”-24 x 7/8” Hex 311-0052-104 Bolt - 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4” Hex 311-0054-106 Nut - 3/8”-16 Zinc Flanged Lock 312-1001-164 Washer - 5/16”-24 x 1” Grade 8 Lock 313-1000-019 Hydraulic Kit (P/N 117-0134-014) TABLE 2.
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PowerGlide Plus Hydraulic Kit (P/N 117-0134-014) TABLE 2. Picture Item Description Part Number Qty. Fitting - 1-1/16” JIC M/M/F Swivel Run Tee 333-0012-109 Adapter Hydraulic Hose - 9/16” JIC (F) to 9/16” JIC 214-1000-243 (F) - 42” Hydraulic Hose - 3/4” JIC (F) to 1-1/16” JIC 214-1000-320 (F) - 48”...
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Chapter 4 PowerGlide Plus Wheel Kit (P/N 117-0133-014) TABLE 3. Picture Item Description Part Number Qty. U-Bolt - 1-3/8” W x 2-1/2” L x 5/16” Thread 321-0000-330 with Hardware Bolt - 3/8”-16 x 3” Zinc Hex 311-0054-113 Bolt - 1/2”-13 x 1-1/2” SS Hex 311-0058-186 Nut - 1/2”-13 Zinc Hex 312-1001-043...
In addition to the Gen II wiring kit components listed above, an implement extension tee cable is required for the operation of the PowerGlide Plus AutoBoom system. For available cables and ordering information, contact your local Raven dealer. Install the PowerGlide Plus Hydraulic System...
Chapter 4 NOTICE The appearance of the AutoBoom hydraulic valve may vary slightly from the images contained in this manual. However, the fittings, hose connections, and cable connections remain the same. Remove the Orifice Fittings Before populating the hydraulic fittings on the AutoBoom valve, it is necessary to remove orifice fittings from the valve in the PowerGlide Plus system.
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PowerGlide Plus Port Plugs Removed from the AutoBoom Valve FIGURE 3. Use an Allen wrench to remove the plugs from Ports 3A and 3B. Orifice Fitting Removed from the AutoBoom Valve FIGURE 4. Orifice Fitting Removed - Keep for Future Use Remove the orifice fittings from Ports 3A and 3B.
Chapter 4 Use the Allen wrench to reinstall the port plugs on Ports 3A and 3B of the AutoBoom valve. Coil Reinstalled on the AutoBoom Valve FIGURE 6. Reinstall the coils on the solenoids of the AutoBoom valve. Install Fittings on the AutoBoom Valve Before mounting the AutoBoom valve on the machine, install the proper fittings in the valve.
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PowerGlide Plus AutoBoom Valve Mounted on the Machine FIGURE 8. Secure the mounting plate to the machine’s center rack (to the left of the rinse tanks) using two 2-1/16” W x 3” L x 3/8” thread U-bolts (P/N 107-0171-609) and four 3/8”-16 zinc flanged lock nuts (P/N 312-1001-164). Install the Pressure and Tank Hoses WARNING Hydraulics are under pressure.
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Chapter 4 Pressure Hoses Installed on the Machine FIGURE 9. Locate the machine’s hydraulic pump behind the engine, near the rear of the hydro stat pump. Disconnect the machine’s 1/2” hydraulic hose from the left side of the gear pump. Install the 3/4”...
PowerGlide Plus Install the Left and Right Cylinder Hoses Machine’s Cylinder Raise Hose FIGURE 11. Machine’s Orifice Fitting (Remove) Disconnect the machine’s raise hose from the base-end of the left tilt cylinder. Remove the orifice fitting from the open cylinder port. Reinstall the machine’s raise hose on the base-end of the left tilt cylinder.
Chapter 4 Install the orifice fitting removed from the right tilt cylinder in step 5 into the right raise port of the machine’s hydraulic valve. Install one end of the supplied hydraulic hose (P/N 214-1000-243) on the right raise port of the machine’s hydraulic valve.
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PowerGlide Plus Load Sense Hoses Installed FIGURE 15. Locate the load sense hose on the machine’s hydraulic pump, on the opposite side from the pressure hose connection. Disconnect the machine’s load sense hose. Install the shuttle check valve assembly in the open load sense port of the pump. Install the machine’s load sense hose on the opposite end of the shuttle check valve assembly.
PowerGlide Plus Install the Gauge Wheels Move the Wet Boom To allow the gauge wheels to be installed, the machine’s wet boom must be moved. Complete the following steps to move the machine’s wet boom. Machine’s Wet Boom FIGURE 16. Unbolt the wet boom brackets from the boom.
Chapter 4 Gauge Wheel Installed FIGURE 17. Remove the nuts from the left wheel axle (P/N 063-0131-590). Place the wheel (P/N 322-0131-008) on the left wheel axle. Align and place the hub retainer bracket (P/N 107-0171-617) over the wheel. Reinstall the lug nuts on the wheel axle to secure the wheel and hub retainer bracket. Secure the left wheel mounting bracket (P/N 116-0159-532) to the front of the second left boom using four 1-3/8”...
PowerGlide Plus Mount the AutoBoom Node AutoBoom Node Installed (Example Only) FIGURE 18. Mount the AutoBoom node (P/N 063-0130-010) to the valve mounting plate (P/N 107-0171-802) using three 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4” zinc hex bolts (P/N 311-0054-106) and three 3/8”-16 zinc flanged lock nuts (P/N 312-1001- 164).
Chapter 4 Machine’s Boom Function Coils FIGURE 19. Locate the machine’s boom function coils on the machine’s hydraulic valve. Locate the left tilt up coil. Determine which wire feeding into the coil receives the signal from the switches in the cab by pressing the switch and using a test light or multi-meter to detect +12 volts.
PowerGlide Plus Tighten the connector screw cap to secure the connection. Note: Be sure to allow enough slack in the harness cable to allow for boom racking. Connect the Controller (If Applicable) - Gen I Cable Only Route the controller cable (P/N 115-0230-007) into the right side of the machine’s cab. Locate the two controller connectors and connect them to the AutoBoom controller (P/N 063-0130-021).
This section contains a list of the components that are included in the UltraGlide AutoBoom kit. Before beginning the AutoBoom installation, compare the items in the AutoBoom kit with the components on this list. If you have questions about the kit, contact your Raven dealer. UltraGlide Installation Kit (P/N 117-0232-014) TABLE 1.
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Chapter 5 UltraGlide Installation Kit (P/N 117-0232-014) TABLE 1. Picture Item Description Part Number Qty. Sensor - Right Ultrasonic 063-0130-018 Splice - Scotch Lock 16-18 Gauge Parallel 405-2001-079 U-Bolt - 2-1/16” W x 3” L x 3/8” Thread 107-0171-609 U-Bolt - 2-1/8” W x 2” L x 3/8” Thread 107-0171-610 Bolt - 5/16”-18 x 7/8”...
In addition to the Gen II wiring kit components listed above, an implement extension tee cable is required for the operation of the UltraGlide AutoBoom system. For available cables and ordering information, contact your local Raven dealer. Install the UltraGlide Hydraulic System...
UltraGlide CAUTION When installing AutoBoom hydraulics or performing diagnostics, maintenance, or routine service, ensure precautions are taken to prevent any foreign material from being introduced into the machine’s hydraulic system. Objects or materials that are able to bypass the machine’s hydraulic filtration system will reduce performance and possibly cause damage to the AutoBoom hydraulic valve.
Chapter 5 Mount the AutoBoom Valve AutoBoom Valve Mounted on the Valve Mounting Plate FIGURE 1. Secure the AutoBoom valve (P/N 063-0131-125) to the valve mounting plate (P/N 107-0171-802) using four 5/16”-18 x 7/8” hex bolts (P/N 311-0052-104) and four 5/16” lock washers (P/N 313-1000-019). AutoBoom Valve Mounted on the Machine FIGURE 2.
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UltraGlide CAUTION When installing AutoBoom hydraulics or performing diagnostics, maintenance, or routine service, ensure precautions are taken to prevent any foreign material from being introduced into the machine’s hydraulic filtration system. Objects or materials that are able to bypass the machine’s hydraulic filtration system will reduce performance and possibly cause damage to the AutoBoom valve.
Chapter 5 Tank Hoses Installed on the Machine FIGURE 4. Locate the tank hose on the machine’s hydraulic valve. Disconnect the machine’s tank hose from the hydraulic valve. Install the 1-1/16” JIC M/M/F swivel run tee adapter fitting (P/N 333-0012-109) to the open tank port of the machine’s hydraulic valve.
UltraGlide Connect the machine’s left raise hose to Port LC of the AutoBoom valve. Orifice Fitting Installed on Machine’s Hydraulic Valve FIGURE 6. Install the orifice fitting removed from the left tilt cylinder in step 2 into the left raise port of the machine’s hydraulic valve.
Chapter 5 Rotate the boom tilt stop repeatedly so that it moves outward (toward the boom tip). Note: Adjusting the boom tilt stops allows the machine’s booms to extend lower than the horizontal position. Install the Load Sense Hoses Fittings Installed on the Shuttle Check Valve FIGURE 8.
Chapter 5 Install the UltraGlide Sensors Boom Sensor Mounting Locations Sensor mounting locations may be influenced by the boom configuration. If an object enters the sensor’s blind range unexpectedly, a false echo return to the sensor could occur, causing the boom to drop and the sensor or boom to be damaged.
UltraGlide Locate the left and right ultrasonic sensors (P/N 063-0130-012 and 063-0130-014) in the AutoBoom installation kit. Remove the sensor from the existing plastic arm. Install the sensors on the 12” S-type sensor arms (P/N 063-0131-592) using the supplied 5/16”-18 x 1-1/4” bolts (P/N 311-0052-106), 5/16”-18 nylon insert lock nuts (P/N 312-4000-059) and 5/16”...
Chapter 5 Install the Gauge Wheels - Optional Move the Wet Boom To allow the gauge wheels to be installed, the machine’s wet boom must be moved. Complete the following steps to move the machine’s wet boom. Machine’s Wet Boom FIGURE 13.
UltraGlide Gauge Wheel Installed FIGURE 14. Remove the nuts from the left wheel axle (P/N 063-0131-590). Place the wheel (P/N 322-0131-008) on the left wheel axle. Align and place the hub retainer bracket (P/N 107-0171-617) over the wheel. Reinstall the lug nuts on the wheel axle to secure the wheel and hub retainer bracket. Secure the left wheel mounting bracket (P/N 116-0159-532) to the front of the second left boom using four 1-3/8”...
Chapter 5 Mount the AutoBoom Node AutoBoom Node Installed (Example Only) FIGURE 15. Mount the AutoBoom node (P/N 063-0130-013) to the valve mounting plate (P/N 107-0171-802) using three 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4” zinc hex bolts (P/N 311-0054-106) and three 3/8”-16 zinc flanged lock nuts (P/N 312-1001- 164).
UltraGlide Machine’s Boom Function Coils FIGURE 16. Locate the machine’s boom function coils on the machine’s hydraulic valve. Locate the left tilt up coil. Determine which wire feeding into the coil receives the signal from the switches in the cab by pressing the switch and using a test light or multi-meter to detect +12 volts.
Chapter 5 Install the terminator on the remaining open end of the implement extension tee cable. Refer to the wiring schematic (beginning on page 67) appropriate for the machine’s configuration to route the implement extension tee cable. Connect the implement extension tee cable to the location determined in the step above. Connect the Harness Cable to the Controller Cable - Gen I Cable Only Route the harness cable (P/N 115-0230-045) toward the machine’s cab.
R eplacement Parts CHAPTER C h a p t e r 6 This section contains replacement part diagrams for PowerGlide, PowerGlide Plus, and UltraGlide systems. Please refer to these diagrams when calling to request replacement parts. Valves PowerGlide Replacement Parts Manual No.
Index Installing the Load Sense Hoses Mounting the AutoBoom Valve Hydraulic Removing the Orifice Fittings Fittings 4 Wiring 40 Safety 2 Connecting the Controller Connecting the Field Computer Connecting the Harness Cable to the Controller Cable Important Safety Information Connecting the Harness Cable to the Controller Ca- Electrical Safety 2 ble - Gen I Cable Only Hydraulic Safety 2...
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Index Connecting the Harness to the Boom Function Controls Connecting the Power Leads Mounting the AutoBoom Node Wiring Connections Wiring Schematics Gen I Cabling Gen II Cabling Kit Contents 47 Willmar Eagle 8500 AutoBoom Installation Manual...
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How Can I Get Service? 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.
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