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H A P T E R N T RO D U C T I O N Congratulations on your purchase of the Raven Autoboom system! This system is designed to provide worry-free operation of your hydraulically controlled booms. Once set up, your system is very easy to use and requires almost no attention.
Autoboom G1 Calibration and Operator’s Manual Controller Description I. Adjustment Screws A. Main Power Switch B. Right Auto Pressure H. Left Auto Pressure Light Light G. Left Alarm Light C. Right Alarm Light F. Power ‘On’ Light E. Pressure Dial D.
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Manual # 016-0130-019 H A P T E R A L I B R A T I O N Calibrating a System Use this procedure if this is the first time you are calibrating the system. Important: Before beginning calibration, ensure that: •...
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Autoboom G1 Calibration and Operator’s Manual Setting the Pressure Alarms 1. Turn the #1 screw counter clockwise until the alarm shuts off. Give the #1 screw another 1/2 turn counter clockwise. Setting the Down Speed 1. Turn the Pressure Dial to 10. ‘10’...
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Manual # 016-0130-019 enable Autoboom again so that you can time the boom once the #2 screw has been decreased past the point where it will raise the boom. Helpful Hint: It is recommended that you double check the fall rate of the booms. You should begin counting when the switch is depressed.
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Autoboom G1 Calibration and Operator’s Manual 3. Go to the boom and physically attempt to lift it up. There should be approximately 50 to 100 pounds of weight on the boom. 4. Repeat the test on the other boom.
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Manual # 016-0130-019 H A P T E R Y S T E M P E R A T I O N Operation of the G1 Autoboom system is very simple. Assuming that the previous chapters’ instructions were followed and that the Autoboom is installed and operational, there are only a few basic operations necessary for the system.
Autoboom G1 Calibration and Operator’s Manual Controlling the A G1 system only controls the down speed of the boom. This was set during the Down Speed of calibration process. If a boom appears to be too heavy, refer to the ‘Setting the the Booms Down Speeds’...
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Manual # 016-0130-019 H A P T E R RO U B L E S H O O T I N G FAQs 1. How do I keep my wheel from pivoting on the ground when I turn around? Answer: It is recommended, on ground that has been worked, that the operator lift the inside boom, when turning on the ends.
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Autoboom G1 Calibration and Operator’s Manual Misc Problems Problem 1: The booms won’t enable. ‘Automatic’ mode won’t come on when tapping left or right down on the joystick, but it will enable by pushing Enable on and Solutions the controller. Solutions: 1.
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Manual # 016-0130-019 Problem 3: Autoboom activates but the boom isn’t controlled or the boom won’t come up. Solutions: 1. The driver on the proportional valve is wet. Look at the ‘clear’ window and identify if there is moisture inside. 2.
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RAVEN INDUSTRIES LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED? This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in your Raven Flow Control Product under normal use, maintenance, and service. HOW LONG IS THE COVERAGE PERIOD? This warranty coverage runs for 12 months from the purchase date of your Raven Flow Control Product.
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