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RCM-Sprayer Ratio Rate
(without Boom Control)
Calibration and Operation
Manual
016-7100-072 Rev. A
11/2021
E40164
Copyright 2021

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  • Page 1 RCM-Sprayer Ratio Rate (without Boom Control) Calibration and Operation Manual 016-7100-072 Rev. A 11/2021 E40164 Copyright 2021...
  • Page 2 Raven systems, or products used as components of systems, which rely upon the reception of these signals or availability of these services. Raven Industries accepts no responsibility for the use of any of these signals or services for other than the stated purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ..........................13 Rate Preset Setup .................................14 Boom Capacity ..................................15 Chapter 4 Operation ....................... 17 RCM-Sprayer Operation Settings ........................17 Product 1 Settings ................................17 Product 2 Settings ................................17 Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting ..............19 Visualize Spray Data ..............................19 016-7100-072 Rev. A...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents RCM-Sprayer Ratio Rate (without Boom Control) Calibration and Operation Manual...

  • Page 5: Important Information

    • Do not operate this Raven system or any agricultural equipment while under the influence of alcohol or an illegal substance. • Be alert and aware of surroundings and remain in the operator seat at all times when operating this Raven system.

  • Page 6: Electrical Safety

    • Do not connect the power leads to the battery until all system components are mounted and all electrical connections are completed. • Always start the machine before initializing this Raven system to prevent power surges or peak voltage. • To avoid tripping and entanglement hazards, route cables and harnesses away from walkways, steps, grab bars, and other areas used by the operator or service personnel when operating or servicing the equipment.

  • Page 7: Recommendations And Best Practices

    The word “hose” is used to describe any flexible, fluid carrying components. Use the following guidelines and recommendations when connecting and routing hoses while installing or maintaining this Raven system: • Leave protective caps/covers over hose ends until connecting the end into the hydraulic system to help prevent contaminants from entering the system.
  • Page 8 • Clean electrical components with pressurized air, aerosol electrical cleaning agent, or low pressure rinse. • Remove visible surface water from electrical components and connections using pressurized air or an aerosol cleaning agent. Allow components to dry thoroughly before reconnecting cables.f RCM-Sprayer Ratio Rate (without Boom Control) Calibration and Operation Manual...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Applied Technology Division web site: https://portal.ravenprecision.com The Raven Service Tool and a laptop PC are required to perform software updates of the Raven Rate Control Module. Refer to the Raven Service Tool Operation manual for additional assistance with updating the Raven Rate Control Module.
  • Page 10 CHAPTER 2 RCM-Sprayer Ratio Rate (without Boom Control) Calibration and Operation Manual...

  • Page 11: Chapter 3 Initial Calibration

    CHAPTER C H A P T E R 3 CREATE PROFILE SETUP WIZARD To access the RCM-Sprayer operation features and functions, a profile must be created the first time which the ECU is powered up after installation. NOTE: Refer to the RCM-Sprayer and Hawkeye® 2 Calibration and Operation Manual (P/N 016-0171-638) for additional assistance with available RCM-Sprayer settings and options.

  • Page 12: Ecu Setup

    CHAPTER 3 FIGURE 2. Profile Name Page 6. Use the Machine Type drop-down list to select the type of equipment, tractor, or vehicle on which the RCM- Sprayer is installed. For example, a pull-type or a self-propelled sprayer. 7. Touch the Next Page button to proceed with the profile wizard.

  • Page 13: Boom And Section Setup

    Next Page button to skip the Tip Setup page. FIGURE 4. Tip Setup Page 11. In the Ratio Rate mode, the RCM-Sprayer will not control sections of the boom, enter a value of 1 for the Number of Sections field.
  • Page 14 FIGURE 6. Section Width Setup Page 15. Touch the Next Page button. 16. Boom section configurations will not be used in this configuration of the RCM-Sprayer. Touch the Next Page button to skip the Section Offsets settings page. FIGURE 7. Section Offsets Page...

  • Page 15: Main Product Setup

    FIGURE 8. Product 1 Pressure Sensor Setup Page 18. When the pressure sensors are configured properly, touch the Next Page button. 19. In this configuration, the RCM-Sprayer will not be used to adjust or stop product application. Set the Control Valve Type drop-down option to None.
  • Page 16 25. Touch the Next Page button. 26. In the Ratio Rate mode, the RCM-Sprayer will not monitor or provide information based upon the main tank capacity. Touch the Next Page button to skip the tank fill and capacity settings for the RCM-Sprayer Product 1 tank.

  • Page 17: Chemical Injection Product Setup

    27. On the Product 2 Injection page, enter the capacity of the chemical or injection tank in the Tank Capacity field. NOTE: The standard chemical or injection tank supplied by Raven Industries is 90 L [24 gal.]. FIGURE 12. Product 2 Chemical Injection Tank Fill Setup Page 28.Set a Low Tank Level value and enable the Alarm option if desired.

  • Page 18: Rate Preset Setup

    RATE PRESET SETUP 30. In a Ratio Rate application mode, the RCM-Sprayer will not use product application rates for product 1 or the main tank. Enter a non-zero value in the Preset 1 field and touch the Next Page button to skip the remaining settings.

  • Page 19: Boom Capacity

    INITIAL CALIBRATION BOOM CAPACITY 34.When boom recirculation capabilities are installed on the spray boom, enter the volume contained in the spray boom sections in the Boom Capacity field. NOTE: By default, the Boom Capacity is set to 0.5 L [0.13 gal.] per meter of boom. For example, a 40 m boom has a boom capacity around 20 L of water.
  • Page 20 CHAPTER 3 RCM-Sprayer Ratio Rate (without Boom Control) Calibration and Operation Manual...

  • Page 21: Chapter 4 Operation

    FIGURE 1. Product 1 Operation Page PRODUCT 2 SETTINGS • Toggle product control to Automatic mode • Toggle the product on • Set the target rate to 5.0 NOTE: The rate preset buttons may be used to set the target rate. Operation: RCM-Sprayer Operation Settings...
  • Page 22 Touch the Settings menu followed by the Rate Setup tab and then select the ? icon in the upper, right corner of the page. Select the Rate Calculation option for assistance with calculating unit conversations. FIGURE 3. Help Menu Convert Units Page RCM-Sprayer Ratio Rate (without Boom Control) Calibration and Operation Manual...

  • Page 23: Diagnostics And Troubleshooting

    VISUALIZE SPRAY DATA To visualize data for field operations what is injected the last hour in case of the main flow. 1. From the RCM-Sprayer main page, select the Diagnostics softkey. FIGURE 1. Product 2 Operation Page 2. Select the Tests tab, select the product 2 (P2) button.
  • Page 24 FIGURE 2. Diagnostic Tests Tab 3. Use the drop-down list to select the Controller Statistics option. FIGURE 3. Controller Statistics Test 4. Touch the Begin button to start the test. RCM-Sprayer Ratio Rate (without Boom Control) Calibration and Operation Manual...
  • Page 25 FIGURE 5. Controller Statistics Data Visualization Setup 6. For an RCM-Sprayer with one injection pump, set Data Item 1 to Product 1 Flow to show the main product flow and Data Item 2 to Product 2 Flow to show the injection pump flow.
  • Page 26 The latest data is shown at the right side of the graph. Data moving to the left is older up to the 1 hour mark. A key is displayed at the bottom of the chart for the data shown on the page. RCM-Sprayer Ratio Rate (without Boom Control) Calibration and Operation Manual...
  • Page 27 Touch the X in the lower, left corner of the Controller Statistics page to return to the RCM-Sprayer main page. Alternatively, select the Boom Pressure History option to visualize boom pressure for up to 1 hour spraying with samples from every 10 seconds.
  • Page 28 CHAPTER 5 RCM-Sprayer Ratio Rate (without Boom Control) Calibration and Operation Manual...
  • Page 29 Bring the defective part and proof of purchase to your Raven dealer. If the dealer approves the warranty claim, the dealer will process the claim and send it to Raven Industries for final approval. The freight cost to Raven Industries will be the customer’s responsibility.
  • Page 30 Bring the defective part and proof of purchase to your Raven dealer. If the dealer approves the warranty claim, the dealer will process the claim and send it to Raven Industries for final approval. The freight cost to Raven Industries will be the customer’s responsibility.

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