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SCS 440 Serial Interface
Installation & Service
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Manual No. 016-0159-822 Rev E
02/17
E28138
Copyright 2017

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  • Page 1 SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual Manual No. 016-0159-822 Rev E 02/17 E28138 Copyright 2017...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Card....................11 Introduction ..........................11 Chapter 4 Installation ......................15 Sensor Installation ........................15 Raven Radar Speed Sensor ...............................15 Wheel Drive Speed Sensor ...............................16 Phoenix 10 GPS Speed Sensor ............................18 Flow Meter Installation ......................19 Mount the Flow Meter ...............................19 Install the Pressure Transducer - Optional .........................19...
  • Page 4 Recalibrating the Flow Meter ............................49 Speed Sensor Cables ......................50 Testing Speed Sensor Extension Cables ........................50 Troubleshooting ........................51 Console Issues ..................................51 Rate Control Issues ................................52 Chapter 8 Replacement Parts....................55 SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Important Safety Information

    • Be alert and aware of surroundings. • Do not operate the SCS 440 Serial Interface system while under the influence of alcohol or an illegal substance. • Remain in the operator’s position in the machine at all times when the SCS 440 Serial Interface system is engaged.

  • Page 6: Hydraulic Safety

    HAPTER HYDRAULIC SAFETY • Raven Industries recommends that appropriate protective equipment be worn at all times when working on the hydraulic system. • Never attempt to open or work on a hydraulic system with the equipment running. Care should always be taken when opening a system that has been previously pressurized.

  • Page 7: Chapter 2 Introduction

    440 is designed to provide uniformity of spray applications, regardless of the vehicle’s speed. Utilizing a computer- based console, a speed sensor, a flow meter, and a control valve, the SCS 440 also functions as an area monitor, speed monitor, and volume totalizer.

  • Page 8: Unit Definitions And Conversions

    • 1 kPa = 0.145 psi • 1 meter (m) = 3.281 feet • 1 kilometer (km) = 0.621 miles • 1 inch = 25.4 mm or 2.54 cm • 1 mile = 1.609 km SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 9: Calculate The Machine's Calibration Values

    CALCULATE THE SPEED CAL VALUE RAVEN RADAR ONLY The initial Speed Cal value for Raven radar is 598 [152]. After the initial console programming has been performed, this value may be adjusted to optimize the system’s performance. Phoenix 10 Speed Sensors Only...
  • Page 10 After calculating the Speed Cal value, the number must be adjusted according to the actual number of magnets used. FOR EXAMPLE: Normal Number of Magnets Calculated Speed Cal Adjusted Speed Cal Actual Number of Magnets 1200 SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 11: Calculate The Meter Cal Value

    INTRODUCTION CALCULATE THE METER CAL VALUE No calculation of the Meter Cal value is necessary, since the flow meter calibration value is stamped on the tag attached to each flow meter. Locate this number and write it down for future reference when programming the console.

  • Page 12: Calculate The Rate 1 And Rate 2 Cal Values

    CALCULATE THE RATE 1 AND RATE 2 CAL VALUES Determine the application rate at which the chemical is to be sprayed, and then consult with your Raven dealer to verify that the spray nozzles are capable of applying at that rate. To determine which spray nozzles to use with the...

  • Page 13: Verifying Flow Rate Limits

    35 - 1,800 GPM [132.48 - 6813 lit/min] 70 - 3,000 GPM [264.95 - 11,355 lit/ Krohne 6” Magmeter* min] NOTE: Only Krohne Magmeters sold through Raven Industries should be used with Raven controllers. No other Krohne Magmeters are supported. Manual No. 016-0159-822 Rev E...
  • Page 14 HAPTER SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...
  • Page 15 C ALIBRATION CARD CHAPTER C H A P T E R 3 INTRODUCTION Located on the next page is a card that may be used to record the machine’s calibration values. Write the calibration numbers in pencil so that they may be revised if necessary. Cut on the dotted line, fold, and insert the card into the plastic envelope provided for your convenience.
  • Page 16 HAPTER SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 17: Chapter 3 Calibration Card

    CALIBRATION CARD Manual No. 016-0159-822 Rev E...
  • Page 18 HAPTER SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 19: Chapter 4 Installation

    C H A P T E R 4 SENSOR INSTALLATION RAVEN RADAR SPEED SENSOR NOTE: Raven Industries recommends the installation of a large, heavy mounting bracket (P/N 107-0159-693) on the machine’s frame for mounting the radar speed sensor. FIGURE 1. Radar Mounting Locations End-to-End View Side-to-Side View 1.

  • Page 20: Wheel Drive Speed Sensor

    3. Measure in one inch from the rim on each end of the lines and mark the wheel at each point. 4. Drill a 1/2” hole on each of the four marks. NOTE: The distance between each set of drilled holes must be equal within 1/8” [3 mm] to ensure system accuracy. SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION RIM DRILLING FOR SIX HOLE WHEEL STUD PATTERNS - OPTIONAL This section is required only on wheels that do not have pre-punched mounting holes. If your machine has the pre-punched mounting holes, proceed to the Mounting the Wheel Drive Speed Sensor section. FIGURE 4.

  • Page 22: Phoenix 10 Gps Speed Sensor

    1. Turn off all equipment on the machine to avoid interference with the speed sensor setup. 2. Apply power to the speed sensor by connecting the white wire to a clean ground and the red wire to a clean switched power source. SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 23: Flow Meter Installation

    INSTALLATION FLOW METER INSTALLATION MOUNT THE FLOW METER FIGURE 8. Flow Meter Installation Diagram NOTE: All flow through the flow meter must go to the boom sections only. Ensure there are no return, agitation, or sparge lines to the tank or pump after the flow meter. 1.

  • Page 24: Control Valve Installation

    1. Install the control valve on the main hose line between the flow meter and the booms, with the motor in the upright position. Refer to the diagram above. 2. Connect the yellow and green 2-pin connector of the flow control cable to the control valve. SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 25: Alternate Bypass Line Plumbing System

    The SCS 440 control console may be used with remote boom switches. Connect the boom sense wires to the switched side of the remote section switches. The boom switches on the SCS 440 must be toggled to the OFF position and the master switch is ON.
  • Page 26 1. Mount the SCS 440 console to a secure area inside the machine’s cab. NOTE: The SCS 440 console should be mounted in the machine’s cab so that the machine operator has easy access to it. 2. Connect the receptacle end of the console control cable into the back of the console.
  • Page 27 INSTALLATION FIGURE 11. 440 Console Cabling Diagram Manual No. 016-0159-822 Rev E...

  • Page 28: Install The Remote Switch - Optional

    If the system will not be used for an extended period of time (for example, two weeks), be sure to disconnect the SCS 440 battery wires. If the wires are not disconnected and the SCS 440 is only SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...
  • Page 29 INSTALLATION turned OFF, the system will continue to draw 0.25 milliamperes of current to maintain information stored in the console computer, draining the battery. 1. Route the power wire on the console control cable to the 12 VDC battery and connect it to the positive (+) battery terminal.
  • Page 30 HAPTER 3. Secure the battery wires with zip ties. IMPORTANT: Do not secure the battery wires near the existing battery leads or other electrical wiring. SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 31: Chapter 5 Console Programming And Calibration

    IMPORTANT: The SCS 440 console requires the selection of volume rate (US, SI, or TU), speed sensor type (SP1 or SP2), and valve type (C-SD - standard valve, C-F - fast valve, C-FC - fast close valve, C-P - PWM valve, and C-PC - PWM close valve).

  • Page 32: Console Features

    HAPTER CONSOLE FEATURES FIGURE 2. SCS 440 Serial Console SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 33: Button Definitions

    CONSOLE PROGRAMMING AND CALIBRATION BUTTON DEFINITIONS CALIBRATION BUTTONS The calibration buttons are used to enter data into the console when calibrating the system. Refer to the table below for the button names and functions. Button Name Function BOOM CAL 1 Length of boom section 1.

  • Page 34: Console Programming

    7. Press the BOOM CAL 1 button. 8. Enter the boom width that was calculated previously. 9. Enter the width in inches [cm] of BOOM 1 in the BOOM CAL 1 field. SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...
  • Page 35 REFINING THE SPEED CAL VALUE - RAVEN RADAR ONLY The initial Speed Cal value when using Raven radar is 598 [152]. However, after initial console programming, it may be necessary to refine this number to improve the system’s performance. Complete the following steps to refine the speed cal value: 1.

  • Page 36: Changing Initial Console Programming

    Complete the following steps to refine the speed cal value: 1. Verify the SCS 440 console is powered ON. 2. Press the DISTANCE button on the SCS 440 console. 3. Enter 0 as the value. 4. Drive 1 mile [1 km].

  • Page 37: Programming Additional System Data

    CONSOLE PROGRAMMING AND CALIBRATION PROGRAMMING ADDITIONAL SYSTEM DATA Although it is not required for system operation, data may be entered in the VOL TANK and TIME submenus. VOL TANK 1. Press the VOL TANK button. 2. Press ENTER. 3. Enter the estimated volume of product in the tank. 4.

  • Page 38: System Features

    Menu Option Function Sends data through the serial port to the attached printer (optional - not supplied by Raven) to Print Field Begin and Print Field End pages. Pressing CE will toggle between the two pages. PRINT FIELD BEGIN 1. Press ENTER to print the Print Field Begin. The display will now show PRINT FIELD END.

  • Page 39: Data Logger On/Off

    NOTE: When connecting to a Raven field computer, it is not necessary to turn the DATA LOGGER on. Some options within the Data Menu are unavailable when certain other features are active. The console data printout is not available when the data logger is on.

  • Page 40: Self Test Feature

    SCS 440 Console to Remote Computer Data Strings All request strings begin with $R, indicating a Raven communication string. In the example below, the 124 value indicates the last three digits of the programmed chip part number in the console, and F is the software revision letter of the console.

  • Page 41: Volume/Min Rate Fault

    LOW TANK FAULT The SCS 440 console alarm will sound if the volume in the tank drops below the value entered into the console. The alarm will intermittently beep every 15 seconds and the display will flash “LOW LEVEL.” To set the low tank alarm value: 1.

  • Page 42: Zero Speed Shut-Off

    3. Enter the old 4-digit data lock code within 15 seconds. 4. Press ENTER. The message “NEW CODE E” will appear in the display. 5. Enter the new 4-digit code within 15 seconds, or enter 0 to disable the Data-Lock feature. SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 43: Decimal Shift Feature

    0 as outlined in the Change the Data Lock Code section on page 38, or the console can be reset, clearing the data-lock code from the system. IMPORTANT: All calibration values entered into the SCS 440 console will be lost and must be reprogrammed. To reset the console: 1. Turn the POWER ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.
  • Page 44 3. Enter the flow meter calibration value stamped on the identification tag. 4. Press ENTER. UNSHIFT THE DECIMAL PLACE 1. Press the METER CAL button. 2. Enter the flow meter calibration value stamped on the identification tag. 3. Press ENTER. SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 45: Chapter 6 Initial System Setup And Testing

    TESTING INITIAL SYSTEM SETUP After all components of the system have been installed and the console has been programmed, the SCS 440 is ready to be set up. Complete the following steps to set up the SCS 440 system. NOTE: This procedure applies only to applications of 3 GPM [11 lit/min] or greater.

  • Page 46: Alternate Bypass Line System Setup

    NOTE: The minimum pressure should be approximately half the normal spraying pressure. If the normal spraying pressure is 30 psi [210 kPa], set the minimum pressure to approximately 15 psi [105 kPa). SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 47: Initial System Field Test

    INITIAL SYSTEM SETUP AND TESTING INITIAL SYSTEM FIELD TEST NOTE: This procedure applies only to applications of 3 GPM [11 lit/min] or greater. For flow less than 3 GPM [11 lit/min], refer to the section for the alternate bypass line testing procedure. 1.
  • Page 48 HAPTER SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 49: Preventative Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    AND TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Preventative maintenance is extremely important to ensure the long life of your machine and the SCS 440 system. The following preventative maintenance measures should be taken on a regular basis: • Flush the entire system with water after the use of suspension-type chemicals. Failure to clean the system can result in the crystallization of chemicals, causing plugs in the flow meter, lines, or nozzles.

  • Page 50: Testing Flow Meter Cables

    3. Turn OFF all booms. 4. Remove a boom hose and place it into a calibrated 5 gallon [19 liter] container. 5. Turn ON the boom switch for the boom hose that was removed. SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 51: Speed Sensor Cables

    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 6. Turn ON the Master switch and pump exactly 10 gallons [38 liters] of water. The TOTAL VOLUME readout is the new METER CAL number. This number should be within +/- 3% of the calibration number stamped on the tag of the flow meter.
  • Page 52 If the DISTANCE does not increase, replace the defective cable and repeat the ground-signal short test. • If the DISTANCE increases, replace the speed sensor. 4. Perform voltage checks as illustrated in the figure above. IMPORTANT: Re-enter the original SPEED CAL figure after testing is complete. SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING CONSOLE ISSUES Issue Corrective Action 1. Check the fuse on the back of the console. 2. Check the battery connections. The console is on, but there are no 3. Check the operation of the Power ON/OFF switch. lights lit up on the console.
  • Page 54 • If the speed is inaccurate with both sets of magnets, replace the speed sensor assembly. IMPORTANT: Re-enter the original SPEED CAL figure after testing is complete. SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 55: Rate Control Issues

    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING RATE CONTROL ISSUES Issue Corrective Action 1. Verify that the SPEED is registering correctly. If the speed is zero, refer to the “The SPEED is inaccurate or unstable” issue in the Console Issues section for the appropriate troubleshooting steps. The RATE displays as “0000”.
  • Page 56 1. Check the cable for wires with breaks or shorts. 2. Verify that the cable connections are clean. Boom solenoids will not function. 3. Verify that the boom switch and Master switch function properly. 4. Replace the boom valves. SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...

  • Page 57: Chapter 8 Replacement Parts

    R EPLACEMENT PARTS CHAPTER C H A P T E R 8 Manual No. 016-0159-822 Rev E...
  • Page 58 HAPTER SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...
  • Page 59 Flow Meter Installing the Pressure Transducer 19 Mounting the Flow Meter 19 Sensors Phoenix 10 GPS Speed Sensor 18 Raven Radar Speed Sensor 15 Wheel Drive Speed Sensors 16 Introduction Calculate the Machine’s Calibration Values Calculating Machine Calibration Values Boom Cal Value 5...
  • Page 60 Index SCS 440 Serial Interface Installation & Service Manual...
  • Page 61 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. The Return...
  • Page 62 How Can I Get Service? 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.

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