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CHAPTER
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P/N 016-5030-200 Rev. A 5
CHAPTER 2
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the RS1™ MD system!
The following instructions are designed to assist with the proper installation of the RS1 MD system. Refer to the RS1
Calibration & Operation Manual (P/N 016-4010-001) for assistance with calibrating the software and using the RS1
MD system.
PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
Before installing the RS1 MD system, park the machine where the ground is level, clean, and dry. Turn off the
machine and leave it turned off for the duration of the installation process.
During the installation process, follow good safety practices. Be sure to carefully read the instructions in this
manual as you complete the installation process.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Raven Industries recommends the following best practices when installing or operating the RS1 MD system for the
first time, at the start of the season, or when moving the RS1 MD system to another machine:
• Install the RS1 unit in the recommended location.
• Use part numbers to identify the parts.
• Do not remove the plastic wrap from a part until it is necessary for installation.
• Do not remove plastic caps from a part until it is necessary for installation.
POINT OF REFERENCE
The instructions in this manual assume that you are standing behind the machine, looking toward the cab.
UPDATES
Software and manual updates are available on the Raven Applied Technology website:
http://www.ravenhelp.com