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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Preface PLEASE ! ALWAYS THINK SAFETY FIRST !! The purpose of this manual is to familiarize the person (or persons) using this unit with the information necessary to properly install, operate, and maintain this system. The safety instructions indicated by the safety alert symbol in the following pages supersede the general safety rules.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Figure 1.1 - The need for safety cannot be stressed strongly enough in this manual. At Highway Equipment Company, we urge you to make safety your top priority when operating any equipment. We firmly advise that anyone allowed to operate this machine carefully read, learn and understand all messages and information in this manual and on machine’s safety decals...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header General Safety Rules Operations PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES Figure 1.2 - Be prepared if a fire starts. Keep a fully charged fire extinguisher and first aid kit in accessible place on the vehicle at all times.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header General Safety Rules Operations HANDLE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SAFELY Figure 1.5 - Materials to spread can be dangerous. Improper selection, application, use or handling may be a hazard to persons, animals, plants, crops or other property.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header General Safety Rules Operations AVOID MOVING PART HAZARDS Figure 1.8 - Entanglement in rotating drive lines or moving parts will cause serious injury or death. Stay clear of all moving parts, such as shafts, couplings and universal joints.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header General Safety Rules Operations DO NOT CLIMB OR STAND ON MACHINE Figure 1.12 - Never allow any personnel to ride in or on the machine. Use only inspection ladder or portable ladder to view the unit. Use caution when getting on and off the ladder, especially in wet, icy, snowy or muddy conditions.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header General Safety Rules Transportation & Handling TRAVELING & TRANSPORTING ON PUBLIC ROADS Always walk around and visually inspect the machine before traveling on public roads. Check for damage and/or faulty components that can fail and create a hazard or unsafe condition. Make sure all machine systems operate properly, including but not limited to: headlights, tail and brake lights, hazard warning lights, turn indicators, parking brake, horn and rear view mirrors.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header General Safety Rules Maintenance READ AND UNDERSTAND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Figure 3.1 - Read the maintenance and safety instructions and understand them before performing any maintenance procedure. Never perform any maintenance procedure or repair if the instructions and safety procedures are not fully understood.
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Use power tools only to loosen threaded parts and fasteners. Using power tools to tighten may cause over-tightening and component damage. Use only service parts meeting New Leader specifications. Figure 3.6 www.New-Leader.com 314520-AA-A...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header General Safety Rules Maintenance HIGH PRESSURE FLUID HAZARDS Figure 3.7 - Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Always stop machine, allow to cool and relieve pressure before servicing hydraulic system. Never open hydraulic lines under pressure. Make sure all connections are tight and all hoses are in good condition before pressurizing system.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header General Safety Rules Maintenance CLEAN MACHINE OF HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS During application of hazardous chemicals, residue can build up on the inside or outside of the vehicle. CAUTION Clean vehicle according to use instructions of hazardous chemical.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header General Safety Rules Storage PARK VEHICLE SAFELY Figure 4.1 - When leaving the vehicle unattended for any reason, be sure to: • Shut down PTO. • Shut off vehicle’s engine, and unit’s engine if applicable.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Safety Decals Header SAFETY DECAL MAINTENANCE Keep safety decals and signs clean and legible at all times. Replace safety decals and signs that are missing or have become illegible. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Safety Decals 1. CAUTION: TO AVOID INJURY OR MACHINE DAMAGE: • Do not operate or work on this machine without reading and understanding the operator’s manual. • Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Safety Decals 7 10 4. WARNING: HIGH-PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD To prevent death or serious injury: • Do not check leaks with hands while system is operating as high pressure oil leaks can be dangerous! •...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Safety Decals Header 10 10 8. DANGER: FLYING MATERIAL AND ROTATING SPINNER HAZARD To prevent death or serious injury: • Wear eye protection. • Stop machine before servicing or adjusting. • Keep bystanders at least 60 feet away.
To obtain optimal machine performance: Before spreading material, spread pattern tests must be conducted to properly adjust the spread pattern. Refer to manual for adjustment instructions. A spread pattern test kit is available from your New Leader dealer. Wind, humidity, rain and other adverse weather conditions can affect spread pattern, resulting in uneven crop growth and loss of yields.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Informational Decals 3. NOTICE: CONVEYOR CHAIN TENSION To avoid machine damage and premature deterioration: • Periodically inspect conveyor chain tension to ensure proper tension is maintained. • See “Lubrication & Maintenance” section of this manual for details.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Installation Header Recommended sequence of installation is: 1. Mounting of spreader. 2. Installation of chassis hydraulic hose and electrical wiring to spreader. 3. Installation of optional parts. 4. Filling of hydraulic reservoir and lubrication.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Installation Header INSTALLING BODY DO NOT WELD ON VEHICLE FRAME! Such welding can lead to fatigue cracking and must be NOTICE! avoided. Connect welders ground directly to one of the items being welded anytime an arc welder is used NOTICE! on the vehicle or anything connected to the vehicle.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Installation Header HYDRAULIC HOSE INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. Use elbows and adapters in the installation to relieve 2. Install hose runs to avoid rubbing or abrasion. strain on the assembly, and to provide easier and...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Installation Header ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Connect all electrical control circuits. All wiring should be approved automotive insulated wire, supported adequately with insulating ties or straps, and located where it will not interfere with any control or access. Make sure wiring does not contact any moving parts or sharp edge and is kept away from any hydraulic lines or any heated part.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Insert Installation Header Recommended sequence of installation is: Spreader preparation. Insert preparation. Mounting of insert. Connecting hydraulic hoses. Installation of hillside divider and conveyor cover. Checking installation. Checking for leaks and proper functioning. INSERT HYDRAULIC REQUIREMENTS Refer to “Spreader Hydraulic Requirements”...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Insert Installation Header 4. Figure 3 - Support endgate by attaching a hoist to the lift hooks. Remove hardware from both sides of the endgate and carefully remove from the spreader. • NOTE: Always use a sling, spreader bar, or lifting bar that attaches to the lifting points with a minimum of 60 degrees from horizontal.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Insert Installation INSERT BIN INSTALL Use only lifting devices that meet or exceed OSHA standard 1910.184. Never exceed WARNING work load limits or lift equipment over people. Empty spreader before lifting. Loads may shift or fall if improperly supported, causing injury.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Insert Installation Header Figure 5A (uninstalled) Figure 5B (shown installed) View from rear of unit. Figures 5A-5B - Visually make sure insert is centered from side to side in main bin and rear pads are resting on main bin.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Insert Installation Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 9 - Once both front pads make contact, insert hardware in front mount brackets’ lower holes. Shim between main bin and insert brackets if distance is larger than 1/8” (.32cm). Tighten hardware per torque recommendations in this manual.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Insert Installation Header BIN 1 BIN 1 BIN 2 BIN 2 Figure 12 - Connect Bin harnesses as equipped at rear electrical bulkhead. Ensure all unused receptacles are capped BIN 3 BIN 3 to prevent entrance of dust and moisture into connector(s).
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Insert Installation HILLSIDE DIVIDER & CONVEYOR COVER - MULTAPPLIER The following steps apply to MultApplier units only. Continue to “Lower Divider - MultiBin” for MultiBin units. Highway Equipment Company will not be liable for misapplied material due to an improperly NOTICE! adjusted divider, spreader or both.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Insert Installation Header LOWER DIVIDER - MULTIBIN The following steps apply to MultiBin units only. Continue to “Hydraulics” for MultApplier units. Highway Equipment Company will not be liable for misapplied material due to an improperly NOTICE! adjusted divider, spreader or both.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Insert Installation Figure 4A Figure 4B Figure 5 4. Figure 4A - Slide Lower Divider (B) between bottom of MultiBin and Spinner Divider as shown. 5. Figure 4B - Lift Lower Divider to bottom of MultiBin, align holes and loosely install front and rear hardware.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Insert Installation Header MICRO COVER INSTALLATION Air Supply and Electrical Requirements Auxiliary Supply Line Electrical Connections Red = 12 V (+) Dry Air - 85 PSIG (5.86 Bar) Black = Ground (-) Refer to “MultiBin Lid Pneumatics” in the spreader parts manual for air line connections.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Insert Installation Header HYDRAULICS Attach insert hoses to spreader hoses as shown in Figures 17A - 17B as applicable. BIN 1 FEEDGATE LEFT HAND RIGHT HAND BODY SIDE BODY SIDE TUBE CLAMP TUBE CLAMP BIN 2 FEEDGATE...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Insert Installation Header INSERT REMOVAL/ENDGATE INSTALLATION Remove insert and reinstall endgate, Inverted “V”, single conveyor Hillside Divider, etc. by following applicable installation instructions in reverse order. Make sure the insert hydraulics, electrical connections and air lines are disconnected from the spreader before removal.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header General Description The AGCO NL5000G5 is a hopper type spreader intended for spreading free flowing granular agricultural materials, such as chemical fertilizers, agricultural limestone, and gypsum. It is intended for mounting on the AGCO TerraGator - a series of high-flotation application vehicles.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Introduction Header Sight Window Sight Window Lift Hook Lift Hook Rear Endgate Rear Endgate Feedgate Feedgate Side Stake Side Stake Spinner Spinner Deflector Deflector REAR VIEW FRONT VIEW Material Divider Material Divider Cylinder Control Cylinder Control...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Introduction Bin 1: Main holding bin for material or Insert. MultApplier and MultiBin inserts (shown on following pages) are configured as Bins 2-4 depending on type used. Conveyor: Conveys material to rear of unit.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Introduction MultiBin Bin 2 Bin 2 Bin 3 Bin 3 Bin 4 Bin 4 Bin 2 Bin 2 Dual Bin 3 Bin 3 Micro Single Micro Bin 1 Bin 1 Bin 2 Bin 2...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Dimensions & Capacities Header Single Bin B (INSIDE) 59” (150cm) 132" (335cm) 102” (259cm) 126” (320cm) 314520-AA-A www.New-Leader.com - 48 - Page Rev. A (800) 363-1771...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Dimensions & Capacities Single Bin SINGLE BIN WEIGHTS & CAPACITIES Overall Length Inside Length Approximate Weight Struck Capacity Unit Length Lbs (Kg) Cu Yd (Cu M) Cu Ft 14’ (4.27m) 200” (508cm) 168” (427cm) 5100 (2313) 11.1 (8.50) 300...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Initial Start-Up Header WARNING Stand clear of moving machinery. NOTE: Do not load spreader with material. 1. Check entire unit to make sure all fasteners are in place and properly tightened per “Standard Torques” section in this manual.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header General Operating Procedures It is recommended that spread pattern tests be conducted prior to each spreading season, after any spreader maintenance, before applying a new product, and periodically during the spreading NOTE: season. Spread pattern tests must be performed for each product, blend and application rate. See “Spread Pattern”...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Lubrication & Maintenance PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE PAYS! The handling and spreading of commercial fertilizers is a most severe operation with respect to metal corrosion. Establish a frequent, periodic preventative maintenance program to prevent rapid deterioration to spreading equipment.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Lubrication & Maintenance Header HYDRAULIC HOSE Hose assemblies in operation should be inspected frequently for leakage, kinking, abrasion, corrosion or other signs of wear or damage. Worn or damaged hose assemblies should be replaced immediately.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Lubrication & Maintenance LUBRICATION Make sure unit is clean and completely dry. With spreader empty, shut down spinners and run conveyor at 20 RPM. Lubricate conveyor chain via display through two full revolutions of conveyor. Lubricate every 10 hours of spreading, or at the end of each day’s use.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Lubrication & Maintenance Header Chain Tension to be Measured from Rear of Sill. REAR OF UNIT Proper Tension: Main Unit Conveyor 36” to 40” (91cm - 102cm) Bin 2 Conveyor 36” - 40” (91cm - 102cm) MAIN BIN 30”...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Lubrication & Maintenance Spinner Fins Visually inspect spinner fins daily for build-up of material and wear. Spinner discs and fins must be kept clean and polished. Even a small build- up of material on a spinner can significantly affect the spread pattern.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Lubrication & Maintenance Header CONVEYOR GEARCASE Drain oil in a new unit after first two weeks (or not more than 100 hours) of operation, and flush gear case thoroughly with light oil. Refer to “Lubricant and Hydraulic Oil Specifications” section for proper grade oil and recommended amounts of lubricant.
Extreme environments or dirty conditions may require the use of different oils. Consult your New Leader dealer or the Product Support Department at Highway Equipment Company for systems operating outside normal conditions.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Lubrication Chart Header Shut off all power and allow all moving parts to come to rest before performing any maintenance WARNING operation. The spreader should be regularly lubricated with the lubricants recommended in this manual in accordance with the...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Troubleshooting Symptom: Reason: Correction: Spinner will not run Defective Spinner Control Valve Replace spinner control valve cartridge and coil. No voltage at valve Verify spinner switch is on. Verify spinner enable is checked. Verify controller has a target spinner RPM entered.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Troubleshooting Symptom: Reason: Correction: Conveyor will not shut Defective conveyor cartridge Replace conveyor control valve cartridge. Control valve is out of time Adjust cartridge timing. Conveyor runs erratic Defective conveyor cartridge Replace conveyor control valve cartridge.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Troubleshooting Symptom: Reason: Correction: Feedgate not Feedgate actuator sensor Replace feedgate actuator. responding failure Spinner fore / aft not Feedgate harness failure Replace feedgate harness. responding Spinner left / right not PID settings incorrect Contact New Leader product support.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Standard Torques CAP SCREW GRADE IDENTIFICATION - MARKINGS ON HEAD SAE GRADE 2 NO MARKINGS SAE GRADE 5 THREE MARKS - 120 DEGREES APART SAE GRADE 8 SIX MARKS - 60 DEGREES APART USE GRADE 2 TORQUES FOR STAINLESS STEEL FASTENERS AND CARRIAGE BOLTS.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Pre- and Post-Season Checklist Do not operate or work on machine without reading and understanding the operator’s IMPORTANT! manual. Before starting engine/before starting machine operation Program rate controller and document settings Hydraulic hoses are secured properly...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Hydraulics The following pages contain representative hydraulic schematics and flow diagrams. Hydraulic Components Spinner Motor Spreader Control Valve Cylinder Control Valve Assembly Assembly www.New-Leader.com 314520-AA-A - 73 - (800) 363-1771 Page Rev. A...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Flow Diagram Single Bin www.New-Leader.com 314520-AA-A - 75 - (800) 363-1771 Page Rev. A...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Hydraulic Schematic Header MultApplier Only 314520-AA-A www.New-Leader.com - 76 - Page Rev. A (800) 363-1771...
UI (User Interface) - The displayed information and controls the user interacts with on the Display Monitor to make any necessary changes to implement performance. • ECU (Electronic Control Unit) - New Leader module that controls specific functions of the implement and is attached to the BUS. •...
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Controller Operations Header REQUIREMENTS System Requirements: Function: • Virtual Terminal version 3 that supports • VT will load New Leader UI and assign functions to AUX-N functionality in-cab switches. • Task Control (Multi-product up to 4 bins) • TC-BAS •...
Controller Operations NAVIGATION To activate the New Leader Controller Interface, power up the monitor and activate the VT settings. For instructions on how to activate the VT, see the Manufacturer’s Operations Manual for the specific monitor being used. Activation of VT will bring up the New Leader Home Screen, also called the “Run Screen”, as...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header An on-screen Numeric Keypad is made available for changing configuration settings and calibration numbers. Press the keypad button to access the on-screen numeric entry screen. Keypads may look different depending on VT being used.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations MACHINE CONFIGURATION NOTE: Refer to default settings table at end of controller section for factory setup defaults. Before use, Display Monitor must be setup to enable VT connection and a machine configuration NOTE: may need to be built.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header ENABLE INSTALLED BINS • Enable all bins that are installed on the unit by pressing the button next to each. A will appear next to enabled bins as shown. Press to continue.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations • Repeat step 3 for MultiBin Micro 1 as necessary. Press to continue. • Repeat step 3 for MultiBin Micro 2 as necessary. Press to continue. www.New-Leader.com 314520-AA-A - 91 - (800) 363-1771...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header GPS OFFSETS Editing the task controller GPS offset settings will Towed determine drop point of material behind chassis. • Select Towed or Self Propelled and enter GPS Offset using keypad. Press to continue.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations SETTINGS Changing machine calibrations allows operator to enable/disable bins, adjust valve calibration numbers, change alarm settings and reset modules. On the Home Screen, press to change these settings: Press to enable/disable bins.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header • Press to set spinners. Enter appropriate settings: • PWM Valve settings: • “Monitor” - no PWM control • “Control” - tries to maintain spinner speed at all times regardless of available hydraulic flow. Best for hydrostatic or CVT drives.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations Enter appropriate settings: • Valve Response 1 - Determines speed of servo valve when product control error exceeds Response Threshold setting. Represents fast speed of servo valve. Decreasing value will cause servo valve to run slower.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header RECONFIGURE SYSTEM Pressing “Reset” under “System Settings will restore all settings to factory default and all NOTICE! calibration numbers will be lost. It should only be pressed if instructed to do so by service technician or New Leader product support.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header MATERIAL PROFILE MANAGEMENT For every material to be spread, at every unique rate, a material profile must be configured. On the Home Screen, press to manage profiles. Spread pattern testing is required when creating a new profile or if modifying an existing profile.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations CREATING A NEW PROFILE When creating a new profile for a new material to be spread, spread pattern tests must be NOTE: conducted. Spread pattern testing at low and average application rates ensures proper spinner position for given spreader output.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header • Enter the minimum rate to be used for Min Rate. • Enter the average between the minimum rate and maximum rate to be used for Avg Rate. • Repeat for each active bin.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations • Enter starting spinner speed, spinner assembly fore/aft scale position and desired swath width. • Turn on spinners and drive through the test course. • Collect and analyze spread pattern test results from pans.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header • Press the dropdown arrow to select desired profile. • Select desired profile from the dropdown list. • Press to set selected profile. • Press • Active profile is displayed below the swath display below Spinner Settings on the Run Screen.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations COMPONENT CALIBRATION NOTE: Before regular use, system must be calibrated to ensure accurate spreading. • Power up Display Monitor and activate VT. • The Run screen will appear. Press to continue. SPINNER DISC CALIBRATION •...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header SPINNER ASSEMBLY CALIBRATION The spinner assembly must be calibrated if either the fore/ aft or left right cylinders are replaced, or if a new swath module is installed. • Press to calibrate spinner assembly.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations FEEDGATE CALIBRATION 1. Press to calibrate feedgate height. 2. List will appear with all installed feedgates. Select feedgate to calibrate. 3. The feedgate will move to its lowest possible height. Press to continue.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header 5. Enter the actual measured height of the feedgate in the display. Press to continue. 6. The feedgate will now move to its maximum height. Press to continue. 7. Measure the actual height of the feedgate from the conveyor as shown by measurement B.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations 9. Measure the height of the actual feedgate opening from the conveyor as shown by measurement C. 10. Enter the measured height of the feedgate opening into the display. Press to continue.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header CONVEYOR CALIBRATION For best results, a catch test must be done for each product to be spread before IMPORTANT! season begins, or any time a new supply of product is received. •...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations • Using the control buttons (Reset, Run, Stop), run a catch test. If spreading product that has already been tested, press to continue. To begin a test, press . Conveyor will run.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header • After dispensing product in field, screen displays system perceived total of dispensed product. To enter actual dispensed amount, press • Using keypad, enter actual weight of product dispensed. Press to continue.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header OPERATIONS/FEATURES CREATE NEW JOB The following is a guide for running system for first time. 1. Create Job in display. This operation will vary from display to display. Refer to display manual on how to create a job using Task Control.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations 3. Verify task control in Target Rate 1. • Rate will be driven by job setup in display. To verify this, TC should show in place of target rate 1. If not, verify job has been created correctly.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header • Use keypad to set feedgate opening to correct reading. 6. Verify CFR number is correct: Different products may require different calibration numbers. Verify the CFR number is correct before applying product.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations FEEDGATE OPTIMIZER This program will help to determine the ideal gate position for each specific application, based on NOTE: speed, swath width, density, and application rate. 1. Power up Display Monitor and activate VT.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header BOUNDARY SPREADING This program allows the operator to independently modify spinner speeds to change the width of NOTE: spread to either side, creating a “boundary” line to maximize spreading efficiency. • On the Run Screen, press to access spinner settings.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations REMOTE SPREADING This program allows the operator to shift the spinner assembly left or right to apply a near “half NOTE: pattern” with the majority of the pattern on one side of the machine only.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header DIAGNOSTICS Advanced diagnostic features are available that allow the operator to quickly diagnose most issues NOTE: that could occur. 1. Power up Display Monitor and activate VT. • The Run screen will appear. Press to continue.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations • To view machine lifetimes totals, press • At top of screen, each bin’s lifetime totals for acres and weight appears. At bottom of screen, cumulative Acres(ac) and Weight(lbs) will appear. Hours(hrs) will be on main bin only.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header • To view unlocked features, press • Current unlocked features will display. Press “Unlock” to display module serial number and registration number. Press to return. 314520-AA-A www.New-Leader.com - 120 - Page Rev. A...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations HYDRAULICS This program will show a visual representation of hydraulic monitoring, including system pressure, NOTE: temperature, conveyor pressure, and indicators for low fluid level and filter restriction. Individual bins can be viewed by pressing the bin icons along the bottom of the screen.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header CYLINDER BLEEDING Bleeding routine is run to purge air from hydraulic cylinders for accurate positioning. Perform the bleeding routine at the beginning of each season, after any service work has been performed on the hydrauilc system, and upon startup if spreader has been sitting for an extended period of time.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations BIN FLUSH This program is used to quickly empty each bin. Spinners will automatically shut off and allow the NOTE: operator to select which bins to empty. 1. Power up Display Monitor and activate VT.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header 2. Select bins: • Select bins to be flushed by pressing enable buttons next to each. To adjust conveyor RPM for flush, press 3. Set conveyor RPM: • Use keypads to set conveyor RPM for each bin. 20 RPM is default.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations BODY MODULE 1. Power up Display Monitor and activate VT. • The Run screen will appear. Press to continue. • The Tools main screen will appear. Press to continue. BIN COVER CONTROL •...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header CHAIN OILER NOTE: This program is used to manually oil the chain, set alarm frequency, and set auto-lube settings. 1. Power up Display Monitor and activate VT. • The Run screen will appear. Press continue.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations 3. Set conveyor dimensions: • Press “Dimensions” to input conveyor dimensions. Use keypads to input conveyor length and sprocket diameter. Press to return to Chain Oiler screen. Press to return to Tools Screen.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header BIN SEQUENCING This function allows the operator to run same product out of two bins, chaining them together so NOTE: bin 2 starts emptying immediately after bin 1 is empty. 1. Power up Display Monitor and activate VT.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations 2. Setup Bin Sequencing (Chaining): A. Enable bin chaining for Bins 1 & 2, or Bins 3 & 4 as applicable. B. Select trigger type (Manual Only, Low Bin Threshold, Low Bin Sensor, Container Reaches 0).
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Alarms Header GENERAL ALARMS Alarm Title Description WSM Spreader Local CAN Bus Error Check the local CAN bus connection. Module WSM Spreader The module software reset due to an Module Software Reset Module unhandled error.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Alarms GENERAL PRODUCT CONTROL ALARMS Alarm Description Trigger “Calibration error, lost or intermittent signal Rate sensor signal is lost for a period of Rate sensor error from rate sensor. Check sensor and related two or more consecutive seconds during during calibration wiring prior to calibrating conveyor.”...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Alarms SPINNER ALARMS Alarm Description Trigger Automatic control for spinners must be enabled. [CLF Mode] [Basic Single] must be CLF Basic Single selected. At least one product bin must be Spinners Not “Spinners Not Responding”...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Alarms FAN FRAME ALARMS Alarm Description Trigger [Fan Frame Enable/Disable] is Enabled, Fan Frame Not “Fan Frame must be calibrated prior to equipment profile is active and Fan Frame Calibrated operation.” + [Sensor Name] position sensor has not been calibrated.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Alarms FEED GATE ALARMS Alarm Description Trigger [Feed Gate Enable/Disable] is Enabled, Feed Gate Not “Feed Gate must be calibrated prior to equipment profile is active and feed gate Calibrated operation.” + [Bin Name] actuator has not been calibrated.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Alarms HYDRAULIC ALARMS Alarm Description Trigger Conveyor Hydraulic Conveyor hydraulic pressure exceeds [Max “Conveyor Hydraulic Pressure Exceeds Pressure Exceeds Conveyor Hydraulics Pressure] setting for a Maximum Operating Range.” Maximum period of five consecutive seconds or longer.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Controller Operations Header DEFAULT SETTINGS NOTE: Compatible Insert Bin configurations vary per model. See “General Description” in Operations section of this manual for details. Refer to “Dimensions & Capacities” in Operations section of this manual for capacities on all applicable bin configurations.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Controller Operations CALIBRATION CFR Values Value Main Bin 0.256 Insert Bin 0.144 Yellow & Stainless Micro Bin 0.038 Red Micro Bin 0.019 Control Valve Settings Control Valve Control Variable Main Insert Micro 1 Micro 2...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Spread Pattern The following information will guide you through using the SGN & Crush Strength Test Kit for your New Leader G4 Spreader. Refer to operator’s manual for details on unit safety, operation and maintenance. PART NUMBER...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Spread Pattern Header NOTE: SGN and Crush Strength together determine spread width. General Rules: A small product with low crush strength will have limited spread width capabilities. Spinner RPM must remain lower to keep from pulverizing the soft product, limiting your overall spread width. Additionally, a smaller product has less mass than that of a larger product, and in this case is another limiting factor for overall spread width.
IMPORTANT! Crushing strength can significantly increase with particle size. 1. Figure 1 - Place individual granule on solid, smooth surface. 2. Place New Leader crush strength tester over granule, open end flush with surface. Ensure marker is next to handle.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Spread Pattern Header SGN SCALE TEST The SGN scale is an instrument designed for simple screen test of fertilizer samples. A small box fitted with five sieves, it directly produces a size histogram of the test sample. From this, the SGN can be estimated.
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Spread Pattern 7. Figure 7 - Based on column headings and percent in each field, calculate overall SGN of the sample. Size Grade Number View each column for percentage • Column A (120) = 0 material •...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Spread Pattern Use great caution while working around the spreader. Contact with spinners and other moving parts is very dangerous. Do not adjust while machinery is moving, WARNING wear eye protection and avoid discharge from spinners. Do not ride on moving spreader.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Spread Pattern Header SPINNERS Spinner discs and fins must be kept clean and polished. Even a small build-up on a spinner fin can NOTICE! significantly affect the spread pattern. Rusty, rough, bent or worn fins will produce poor spread patterns.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Spread Pattern TEST PROCEDURE Using the data sheets supplied with the kit, document all spreader information and adjustments as necessary. See Figure 1. G4 SPREAD PATTERN DATA SHEET 1330 76th Ave SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-7052...
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NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Spread Pattern Header Four-Wheeled Vehicles 60’ 60’ For four-wheeled application vehicles, position the spreader at the beginning of the course so that the vehicle will straddle the center collection tray. See Figure 2. 100’ Engage spinners before navigating the course. As the vehicle 75’...
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Spread Pattern TEST RESULTS After navigating the course, shut the spreader down and park in a secure location. Using the funnel, transfer the contents of each collection tray into its corresponding test tube beginning at one end of the trays and working towards the opposite end.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Spread Pattern Header TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: It is highly recommended that ONLY ONE ADJUSTMENT be made between test samples taken. If more than one adjustment is made, it will be difficult to determine which adjustment was responsible for the change in pattern shape.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Header Spread Pattern DETERMINING DRIVING CENTERS Once an acceptable pattern is obtained, as shown in Figure 5, driving centers can be determined. To determine optimum driving centers (effective swath width), determine the average amount of material in the center of the pattern.
NEW LEADER • NL5000G5 AGCO Spread Pattern Header VERIFYING DRIVING CENTERS Once optimum driving centers (effective swath width) have been established, conduct a final “S” pass over the trays to verify. Refer to Figure 9. 1. With both the spinners and...
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