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Raven SmarTrax Installation Manual

Universal hydraulic steering kit
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Universal Hydraulic Steering Kit
SmarTrax™ Installation Manual
P/N 016-9001-008 Rev D
09/15
Copyright 2009, 2015

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  • Page 1 Universal Hydraulic Steering Kit SmarTrax™ Installation Manual P/N 016-9001-008 Rev D 09/15 Copyright 2009, 2015...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: About This Guide

    The aim of this guide is to provide up to date reference information about installation of SmarTrax. Who is it for This guide is intended for use by distributors who install new SmarTrax systems for Raven Industries. What it covers This guide presents: •...
  • Page 4 Univ. Hyd. Steering Kit Install Guid for Open Center Hydraulic Systems Notes:...

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions • When working with or near a machine with SmarTrax installed, the following safety measures must be observed. The operator must: • Be alert and aware of surroundings. •...

  • Page 6: Electrical Safety Precautions

    The operator is responsible for disengaging SmarTrax when safe working distnace has dimished. • Ensure SmarTrax is disengaged prior to starting any maintenance work on SmarTrax or machine. Hydraulic Safety Precautions When disconnecting hydraulic hoses or when purging is required, be aware that hydraulic oil may be hot and under high pressure.
  • Page 7 Steering Position Sensor Warning Label It is essential to avoid damage to Steering Position Sensor (SPS). Raven Industries has provided a ‘Do Not Step’ warning label. Place label on top surface of Steering Position Sensor (as shown below) facing up and visible to operator.
  • Page 8 SmarTrax is engaged. Disengaging SmarTrax The operator must disengage SmarTrax if an obstacle is in the line of travel. The operator must disengage SmarTrax by using one of the following methods listed below: •...
  • Page 9 Manual # 016-9001-008 Operational Emergeny Safety Steps In case of an emergency, take one of the following steps to disengage SmarTrax: • Press brake and decelerate to under 1.6 mph / 1 kph; • Turn steering wheel in the normal manner; or •...
  • Page 10 Univ. Hyd. Steering Kit Install Guid for Open Center Hydraulic Systems Notes:...
  • Page 11 Manual # 016-9001-008 H A P T E R NSTALLING YDRAULIC OMPONENTS Installing The bracket is intended to be universal to accomodate valve mounting on multiple machines. However, some modification may be necessary Hydraulic to fit the desired application. Bracket The valve mounting bracket is made of two parts.
  • Page 12 Univ. Hyd. Steering Kit Install Guid for Open Center Hydraulic Systems If both brackets are used in the installation, first attach the bracket mounting plate to the vehicle. Once the place is installed, attach the valve mounting plate using the supplied bolts and washers. The bracket mounting plate is designed to provide valve height adjust- ment for easier hose routing by using five pairs of mounting holes.
  • Page 13 Manual # 016-9001-008 H A P T E R YDRAULIC YSTEM NSTALLATION Safety WARNINGS: Precautions WARNING • The machine must remain switched off, isolated, and stationary, while installation and maintenance is being done. Connecting • When disconnecting hydraulic hoses, or when purging is required, be aware that hydraulic oil may be under pressure and hot.
  • Page 14 Univ. Hyd. Steering Kit Install Guid for Open Center Hydraulic Systems To install the hydraulic steering kit as efficiently as possible, follow the order outlined. Failure to do so can result in damage to components such as hydraulic hoses due to incorrect hose routing. Prior to starting installation, ensure that the machine is switched off, pressure is relieved from the hydraulic system, and the tractor has cooled to room temperature.
  • Page 15 Manual # 016-9001-008...
  • Page 16 Univ. Hyd. Steering Kit Install Guid for Open Center Hydraulic Systems Installing The Raven Universal Steering Kit does NOT come supplied with hoses. It is important that if new hoses are made, make every effort to properly cleam them Hydraulic to prevent any contamination to the vehicles hydraulic system.
  • Page 17 Construct a new hose to run from the A-Port on the Raven steering control valve to the open branch on the installed tee fitting. An additional 45° or 90° elbow may be installed on the Raven valve to help hose routing. These elbows will be found in the hydraulic fitting kit.
  • Page 18 Purge air from the system by slowly turning steering wheel from lock to lock several times. Once valve is tested, attach supplied warning label on or near the valve. Setting The Override Pressure Switch must be set in order for SmarTrax to disengage when operator moves steering wheel. Override Pressure The pressure switch can not be set until the SmarTrax Controller is installed and all wiring is complete.

  • Page 19: Hydraulic System

    To pulse the steering control valve, the steering wheel should be turned Turning Rate all the way to the left, and then pulsed to the right, using the SmarTrax controller. To pulse the steering control valve using the SmarTrax controller, scroll to the Solenoid Control Configuration menu.
  • Page 20 Univ. Hyd. Steering Kit Install Guid for Open Center Hydraulic Systems Notes:...
  • Page 21 Manual # 016-9001-008 H A P T E R ABLE ONNECTION AND OUTING Wiring the In this portion, the hydraulic valve and the flow monitor will be wired using the cable labeled Solenoid, Override, Float Valve, and S.P.S. Solenoid and The following schematic will show the wiring of the hydraulic system.
  • Page 22 Univ. Hyd. Steering Kit Install Guid for Open Center Hydraulic Systems...
  • Page 23 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.