Chapter 4
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AutoBoom® Calibration & Operation Manual
Operating with Gauge Wheels
During routine operation, the gauge wheels should touch down momentarily, raise slightly, then lower back to
the target height. Wheels should not continuously ride on the ground and booms should not be supported by
the gauge wheels. The boom should raise easily and the force required to lift the boom should never exceed
200 pounds [90 kg].
When approaching headlands to make a turn, or when making quick course changes, the gauge wheels must
be raised approximately 6 inches [15 cm] from the ground to prevent the wheels from sliding sideways or
backward, causing damage to the gauge wheel assembly.
Note:
The implement joystick functions may be used to quickly re-engage AutoBoom and reset the
booms to the target height. Refer to the Joystick Control Interface section on page 28 for additional
information.
Engaging AutoBoom®
The AutoBoom system may be engaged with either the joystick functions on the implement or via the Raven
OS. Review the following sections for information on using both of these methods during field operations.
Note:
The AutoBoom widget will be required to turn the AutoBoom system power on or off during field
operations.
To engage the AutoBoom system:
1.
Toggle the AutoBoom system power on. See the
section on page 27 for details.
2.
Enable automated height control features for boom sections as desired or available. See the
available options for enabling height control features.
Note:
On-screen controls are not available to engage the AutoBoom system without an active job on the
Raven OS device.
See the AutoBoom® System Power section on page 27 and refer to the Joystick Control Interface
section on page 28 to use AutoBoom, automated boom height control, features without starting or
resuming a job on the Raven OS device.
