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MODEL L4000G4
UNIT SERIAL NO. __________________________________
M
A
/M
B
SERIAL NO.__________________
ULT
PPLIER
ULTI
IN
MANUAL NUMBER: 307074-AA-H
EFFECTIVE 02/2019
1330 76TH AVE SW
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52404-7052
PHONE (800) 363-1771 | FAX (319) 286-3350
www.newleader.com
Copyright 2019 Highway Equipment Company, Inc.
Now doing business as New Leader Manufacturing

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  • Page 1 UNIT SERIAL NO. __________________________________ SERIAL NO.__________________ PPLIER ULTI MANUAL NUMBER: 307074-AA-H EFFECTIVE 02/2019 1330 76TH AVE SW CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52404-7052 PHONE (800) 363-1771 | FAX (319) 286-3350 www.newleader.com Copyright 2019 Highway Equipment Company, Inc. Now doing business as New Leader Manufacturing...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    L4000G4 Header Table of Contents Interactive Features ..........................4 Notes ..............................5 Warranty ..............................6 Preface ..............................7 Safety ..............................8 General Safety Rules ..........................9 Safety Decals ............................19 Installation Instructions ........................25 Hydraulic Requirements ....................25 Truck Requirements ......................25 Lifting the Spreader ......................26...
  • Page 3 L4000G4 Header Table of Contents Conveyor Gearcase ......................68 Hydraulic Hose ........................68 Conveyor Chain ........................69 #4 BOC Conveyor Belt Maintenance ................70 Bin Sensor ........................... 71 Lubrication of Bearings ...................... 71 Fasteners ..........................71 Clean-Up ..........................71 Spinner Fins ........................72 Spinner Defl...

  • Page 4: Interactive Features

    Electronic format viewers can click these links for direct access to New Leader online features. Internet access is required. Quick Reference (QR) Codes Quick reference codes provide direct access to a specifi c destination when activated. An example is provided below.

  • Page 5: Notes

    L4000G4 Header Notes www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I - 5 - (800) 363-1771...

  • Page 6: Warranty

    Warranty Insert Current New Leader Warranty...

  • Page 7: Preface

    L4000G4 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.

  • Page 8: Safety

    L4000G4 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 fi rmly...

  • Page 9: General Safety Rules

    L4000G4 Header General Safety Rules Operations PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES Figure 1.2 - Be prepared if a fi re starts. Keep a fully charged fi re extinguisher and fi rst aid kit in accessible place on the vehicle at all times.
  • Page 10 L4000G4 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. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provides specifi c details on chemical products: physical and health hazards, safety procedures and emergency response techniques.
  • Page 11 L4000G4 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.
  • Page 12 L4000G4 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.
  • Page 13 L4000G4 Header General Safety Rules Handling & Transportation 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.
  • Page 14 L4000G4 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. Only trained and qualifi...
  • Page 15 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 specifi cations. Figure 3.6 www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I...
  • Page 16 L4000G4 Header General Safety Rules Maintenance HIGH PRESSURE FLUID HAZARDS Figure 3.7 - Escaping fl uid 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.
  • Page 17 L4000G4 Header General Safety Rules Maintenance CLEAN MACHINE OF HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS During application of hazardous chemicals, residue can build up on the inside or outside CAUTION of the vehicle. Clean vehicle according to use instructions of hazardous chemical. Figure 3.10 - When exposed to to hazardous chemicals, clean exterior and interior of vehicle daily to keep free of the accumulation of visible dirt and contamination.
  • Page 18 Figure 4.3 - Improper disposal of waste can threaten the environment and ecology. Potentially harmful waste used with New Leader equipment such as fuel, oil, fi lters and batteries. Use leakproof containers when draining fl uids. Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them.

  • Page 19: Safety Decals

    L4000G4 Header Safety Decals Safety Decals 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.
  • Page 20 L4000G4 Header Safety Decals Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warning.ca.gov 315865-A Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warning.ca.gov 315865-A 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com - 20 - (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 21 L4000G4 Header Safety Decals 1. WARNING: MOVING PART HAZARD To prevent death or serious injury: • Close and secure guards before operating machine. • Do not stand or climb on machine. • Disconnect and lockout power source before adjusting or servicing.
  • Page 22 Before spreading material, spread pattern tests must be conducted to properly adjust the spread pattern. Refer to the “How to Check your Spread Pattern” manual for adjustment instructions. A spread pattern test kit is available from your New Leader dealer. •...
  • Page 23 • Keep unauthorized people away from machine. • Keep all guards in place when machine is in use. • If operator’s manual is missing, contact your local New Leader dealer or print a new copy from www.highwayequipment.com. 150034-C www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I...
  • Page 24 L4000G4 Notes This page is intentionally left blank. 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com - 24 - (800) 363-1771...

  • Page 25: Installation Instructions

    3. Is the truck’s GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) and the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) adequate to carry the fully loaded spreader? 4. Refer to your New Leader dealer to fi nd the GAWR and GVWR for most trucks, and how to calculate the weight distribution on each axle and total loaded vehicle weight.

  • Page 26: Lifting The Spreader

    L4000G4 Header Installation Truck Frame Length Refer to “Dimensions & Capacities” section in the operator’s manual for approximate length from the rear of the cab to the rear end of the frame. Shorten truck frame as necessary, making sure to follow truck manufacturer’s specifi...

  • Page 27: Installing Body

    L4000G4 Header Installation Installing Body Be careful when drilling so as to not damage truck frame, gas tank, or any other important CAUTION components. DO NOT WELD ON VEHICLE FRAME! Such welding can lead to fatigue cracking and must be NOTICE! avoided.

  • Page 28: Securing To Frame

    L4000G4 Header Installation 3/8” (1cm) 4” (10-1/2 cm) Rear Mounting - All lengths Center Mounting - All lengths Cross Tube Front Mounting - All lengths Mounting Angle Truck Frame Mounting Angle Figure 2 - Mounting Angle Installation - NL4500G4 Edge Securing to Frame Install mounting angles and tighten mounting bolts to recommended torque.

  • Page 29: Fender Installation

    L4000G4 Header Installation Fender Installation *Figure 4 - Fender Angle Installation *Figure 5 - Fender Installation * - Fenders may not be as shown Attach fender angles and panels on spreader body stakes as shown in Figure 4. Do not tighten hardware at this time.
  • Page 30 L4000G4 Header Installation Fender Installation Video Click image below for video instructions. Figure 6 - Fender Installation Video 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com - 30 - (800) 363-1771...

  • Page 31: Hydraulic Hose Installation

    L4000G4 Header Installation Hydraulic Hose Installation If a threaded connection is tightened too tightly, the fi tting or housing into which the CAUTION fi tting is placed could be distorted and an unstoppable leak could occur. Do not use one manufacturer’s hose with another manufacturer’s fi ttings! Such will void WARNING any warranty and may cause premature burst or leak of hydraulic fl...

  • Page 32: Hydraulic Hose Installation Guide

    L4000G4 Header Installation Hydraulic Hose Installation Guide 1. Use elbows and adapters in the installation 2. Install hose runs to avoid rubbing or abrasion. to relieve strain on the assembly, and to Clamps are often needed to support long provide easier and neater installations that are runs of hose or to keep hose away from accessible for inspection and maintenance.

  • Page 33: Filling Hydraulic System

    L4000G4 Header Installation Hydraulic Drain Lines See “Hydraulic Reservoir” and “Pump Hydraulics” in the parts manual for illustrations. Filling Hydraulic System DO NOT attempt to run pump without fi rst fi lling hydraulic reservoir and opening suction NOTICE! line valve, or damage to pump may occur.

  • Page 34: Insert Installation Instructions

    L4000G4 Header Insert Installation Instructions 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. Hydraulic Requirements Refer to”Hydraulic Requirements” on page 25 for hydraulic pump part numbers and specifi cations required for insert installation.
  • Page 35 L4000G4 Insert Installation Instructions Header Style I Style II 4 FEEDGATE 9 FEEDGATE ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT HOLES HOLES NO HANDLES ON CONVEYOR COVER CONVEYOR COVER HAS HANDLES TRAPEZOIDAL STIFFENER RECTANGULAR TWO-PIECE ONE-PIECE FRONT FEEDGATE FRONT FEEDGATE HILLSIDE DIVIDER HILLSIDE DIVIDER www.New-Leader.com...

  • Page 36: Feedgate Adjustment

    L4000G4 Insert Installation Instructions Header Feedgate Adjustment Stay out of the spreader. If it’s necessary to enter the spreader, return to the shop, empty body, turn off all power, set vehicle brakes, lock engine starting switch and WARNING remove keys before entering. Tag all controls to prohibit operation. Tags should be placed, and later removed, only by person working in the body.

  • Page 37: Insert Installation

    L4000G4 Header Insert Installation Instructions Insert Installation 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.

  • Page 38: Insert Installation Instructions

    L4000G4 Insert Installation Instructions 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.

  • Page 39: Insert Installation Instructions

    L4000G4 Header Insert Installation Instructions Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 2. 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.

  • Page 40: Lower Divider - Multibin

    L4000G4 Header Insert Installation Instructions Lower Divider - Multibin The following steps apply to M units only. Continue to “Hydraulics” for M units. ULTI PPLIER Highway Equipment Company will not be liable for misapplied material due to an improperly NOTICE! adjusted divider, spreader or both.

  • Page 41: Hydraulics

    L4000G4 Header Insert Installation Instructions 4. Figure 15 - Lift Lower Divider to bottom of M , align holes and loosely install front and rear ULTI hardware. 5. Figure 16 - Verify Lower Divider is square by measuring from each side to main bin’s chain shields.

  • Page 42: Hydraulic Hose Installation

    L4000G4 Header Insert Installation Instructions Figure 17C – M Operation Single Micro ULTI Hydraulic Hose Installation Refer to “Installation Guide” for proper hydraulic hose installation guidelines. If insert was purchased separately from spreader, refer to parts pages for hydraulic installation.

  • Page 43: Hillside Divider & Conveyor Cover - Multapplier

    L4000G4 Header Insert Installation Instructions Hillside Divider & Conveyor Cover - MultApplier The following steps apply to M units only. Continue to “Micro Cover Installation” for M PPLIER ULTI units. Highway Equipment Company will not be liable for misapplied material due to an improperly NOTICE! adjusted divider, spreader or both.

  • Page 44: Micro Cover Installation

    L4000G4 Header Insert Installation Instructions 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.

  • Page 45: Electrical Connections

    L4000G4 Insert Installation Instructions Header Figure 21 - Cover Placement Figure 22 - Cover Airline Tubing Electrical Connections Connect all electrical control circuits. The supply conductor should be connected directly to the battery. 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.

  • Page 46: Insert Removal/Endgate Installation

    L4000G4 Insert Installation Instructions 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. See “Inverted V” in spreader parts manual.
  • Page 47 L4000G4 Insert Installation Instructions Header Figure 23C – Detach M Operation Single Micro ULTI www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I - 47 - (800) 363-1771...
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  • Page 49: General Description

    The conveyor delivers material to the spinners through an adjustable metering gate at the rear of the hopper body. Orbital type hydraulic motors mounted to 6 to 1 ratio spur gear case on the L4000G4 drive the conveyor. The conveyor options include a pintle type chain joined by cross bars every (#3) link or a belt-over-chain type having parallel strands of pintle type (#4) chain joined by cross bars every other link.

  • Page 50: Introduction

    L4000G4 Introduction Header Rear Endgate Front Endgate Stake REAR VIEW FRONT VIEW Spinner Deflector Material Divider Spinner Motor RIGHT HAND SIDE VIEW Cross Tubes Hydraulic Reservoir Lift Hook LEFT HAND SIDE VIEW Bin 1 Sill Spinner Assembly Inverted “V” Conveyor...
  • Page 51 L4000G4 Introduction Header Stake: Side support for main hopper walls. Rear Endgate: Welded or bolt-in endgate (depending on model) furthest from chassis cab (Rear based on direction of travel). Holds mounted Feedgate, allowing for rear release of material from bin.
  • Page 52 L4000G4 Introduction Header MULTAPPLIER Bin 2 Bin 1 Bin 2 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 53 L4000G4 Header Introduction Bin 2 Bin 3 Bin 2 Bin 3 Bin 4 Single Micro Dual Micro Bin 1 Bin 2 Bin 3 Bin 4 www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 54 L4000G4 Header Introduction L4000G4, SINGLE BIN B (INSIDE) 59” (1499mm) 4" (102mm) 102" (2591mm) 109" (2769mm) MAX FENDER WIDTH 132" (3353mm) Please consult federal, state, and local weight laws and chassis manufacturer’s ratings to ensure IMPORTANT! neither government weight restrictions not GVWR and GAWR’s are exceeded. Tire and tandem axle size may require mounting modifi...
  • Page 55 L4000G4 Introduction Header L4000G4, SINGLE BIN WEIGHTS & CAPACITIES Inside Frame Approximate Unit Overall Length Struck Capacity Length Length Weight Length Cu Ft (Cu M) Lbs (Kg) 156” 143” 13’ (3.96m) 184” (4674mm) 3700 (1682) 278 (7.87) (3962mm) (3632mm) 168”...
  • Page 56 L4000G4 Header Introduction L4000G4 WITH MULTAPPLIER A (INSIDE) B (INSIDE) 68" (1727mm) 59" (1499m) 4" (102mm) 102" (2591mm) 109" (2769mm) MAX FENDER WIDTH 132" (3353mm) 102” (2591mm) B (INSIDE) 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 57 L4000G4 Header Introduction L4000G4 WITH MULTAPPLIER WEIGHTS & CAPACITIES With 5’ With 5’ * With 7’ With 7’ * MultApplier MultApplier MultApplier MultApplier Approximate Weight Struck Capacity Approximate Weight Struck Capacity Unit Length Lbs (Kg) Cu Ft (Cu M) Lbs (Kg) Cu Ft (Cu M) 13’...
  • Page 58 L4000G4 Header Introduction L4000G4 WITH MULTIBIN 64" (1626mm) 69" (1727mm) 59" (1499mm) 4" (102mm) 102" (2591mm) 109" (2769mm) MAX FENDER WIDTH 132" (3353mm) 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 59 BIN 3 102” (2591mm) BIN 4 16” 64” (1625mm) 16” 406mm 406mm 53” (1346mm) L4000G4 WITH MULTIBIN DIMENSIONS & CAPACITIES Approximate Weight Struck Capacity * Unit Length Lbs (Kg) Cu Ft (Cu M) 13’ (3.96m) 5000 (2273) 168 (4.76) 14’ (4.27m) 5300 (2410) 197 (5.58)

  • Page 60: Initial Startup

    L4000G4 Header Initial Startup 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” in this manual. 2. Make sure no other persons are in vicinity of spreader.

  • Page 61: G4 Spinner Squaring

    L4000G4 Header Initial Startup Click or Scan - Click or Scan - G4 Spinner Squaring Single Bin / MultApplier Mul Bin Unit Unit The squareness of the G4 Spinner Assembly and supporting parts plays a critical role in obtaining acceptable spread patterns. It is highly recommended that measurements are checked before spreading with a new unit, and any time after service or repair work has been performed on any part affecting spread patterns.
  • Page 62 L4000G4 Header Initial Startup 3. Figure 3A - 3B - Check Spinner Assembly squareness by measuring from top edge of left hand Sill to inner hex fl at on right hand Spinner Hub bolt. Repeat for opposite side. Figure 3A 4.
  • Page 63 L4000G4 Header Initial Startup 6. Figure 5 - Center Material Divider by measuring from the right hand inner drop-off point to the inner hex fl at on the right hand Spinner Hub Bolt. Repeat measurement on opposite side. Measurements must be equal, or no greater than 1/8”...
  • Page 64 L4000G4 Header Initial Startup 11. Figure 8 - Center the front of the Hillside Divider by measuring from the divider panel to the point of contact between the shield and the conveyor on each side. Measurements should be equal. Figure 8 12.

  • Page 65: Field Testing

    L4000G4 Header Field Testing The following procedure is a guide: NOTE: Do NOT fi ll speader with material 1. Field test over any suitable course which allows vehicle to be driven at speeds to be used while spreading. 2. Ensure unit has been properly serviced, that the hydraulic reservoir is full and gate valve under reservoir is fully open.

  • Page 66: General Operating Procedures

    L4000G4 Header General Operating Procedures 1. Make sure unit has been properly serviced and is in good operating condition. It is highly recommended to run the spreader prior to loading material to ensure acceptable operation. 2. Program controller with correct data for material(s) and application.

  • Page 67: Lubrication & Maintenance

    L4000G4 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. Proper cleaning, lubrication and maintenance will yield longer life, more satisfactory service and more economical use of your equipment.

  • Page 68: Conveyor Gearcase

    L4000G4 Header Lubrication & Maintenance Conveyor Gearcase Drain oil in a new unit after fi rst two weeks (or not more than 100 hours) of operation, and fl ush gear case thoroughly with light oil. Refer to “Lubricant and Hydraulic Oil Specifi cations” section for proper grade oil and recommended amounts of lubricant.

  • Page 69: Conveyor Chain

    L4000G4 Lubrication & Maintenance Header Conveyor Chain Stay out of the hopper body. If it’s necessary to enter the hopper, return to the shop, empty body, turn off all power, set vehicle brakes, lock engine starting switch and remove keys WARNING before entering.

  • Page 70: Boc Conveyor Belt Maintenance

    L4000G4 Lubrication & Maintenance Header Tension Proper chain tension is also a factor in chain and sprocket life. Measure from rear of main unit forward to achieve proper chain tension (Figure 2). Make sure chain is tensioned equally on both sides. This adjustment is made on each side of the unit at the front idler bearings.

  • Page 71: Bin Sensor

    L4000G4 Header Lubrication & Maintenance Bin Sensor Stay out of the spreader. Do not climb on spreader. Use a portable ladder to inspect, WARNING clean and maintain the bin sensor from outside the spreader. Failure to do so could result in injury from falling.

  • Page 72: Spinner Fins

    L4000G4 Header Lubrication & Maintenance Spinner Fins Visually inspect spinner fi ns daily for build-up of material and wear. Spinner discs and fi ns must be kept clean and polished. Even a small build- up of material on a spinner can signifi cantly affect the spread pattern.

  • Page 73: Lubricant & Hydraulic Oil Specifi Cations

    The hydraulic fl uid’s specifi cations in the table below are for normal operating conditions. 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.

  • Page 74: Lubrication & Maintenance Chart

    L4000G4 Lubrication & Maintenance Chart Header Chain Conveyors Use a mixture of 75% No. 1 or No. 2 diesel fuel or kerosene mixed with 25% SAE 10 engine oil in the main unit conveyor chain oiler. Spray MULTAPPLIER/MULTIBIN conveyor chain with Fluid Film™ spray lubricant or equivalent.
  • Page 75 L4000G4 Header Lubrication & Maintenance Chart PPLIER ULTI GREASE LOCATIONS www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I (800) 363-1771...

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting

    L4000G4 Troubleshooting Header 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.
  • Page 77 L4000G4 Header Troubleshooting Symptom: Reason: Correction: Conveyor will not run Defective conveyor control Replace conveyor valve cartridge. valve No voltage at valve Verify bin switch and master switches on. Verify in controller that target rate, density, ground speed and a CFR number are all entered.

  • Page 78: Multibin Cover Air Schematic

    L4000G4 Header Troubleshooting MultiBin Cover Air Schematic 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com (800) 363-1771...

  • Page 79: Standard Torques

    L4000G4 Header Standard Torques CAP SCREW GRADE IDENTIFICATION - MARKINGS ON HEAD NO MARKINGS GRADE 2 THREE MARKS - 120 DEGREES APART GRADE 5 SIX MARKS - 60 DEGREES APART GRADE 8 USE GRADE 2 TORQUES FOR STAINLESS STEEL FASTENERS AND CARRIAGE BOLTS.

  • Page 80: Pre- And Post-Season Check Lists

    L4000G4 Pre- and Post-Season Check Lists Header IMPORTANT! Do not operate or work on machine without reading and understanding the operator’s manual. Before starting engine/before starting machine operation Program rate controller and document settings Hydraulic hoses are secured properly All stop, tail, and turn lights function properly...

  • Page 81: Hydraulics

    L4000G4 Header Hydraulics HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS The following pages contain representa ve hydraulic schema cs for all confi gura ons of the L4000G4 model spreader. www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 82 L4000G4 MultApplier Ready Hydraulic Schematic Header 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 83 L4000G4 Header MultApplier Ready Hydraulic Flow Diagram www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 84 L4000G4 Header Hi Performance MultApplier Ready Hydraulic Schematic 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 85 L4000G4 Header Hi Performance MultApplier Ready Hydraulic Flow Diagram www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 86 L4000G4 Header MultApplier Complete Hydraulic Schematic 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 87 L4000G4 Header MultApplier Complete Hydraulic Flow Diagram www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 88 L4000G4 Header Hi Performance MultApplier Complete Hydraulic Schematic 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 89 L4000G4 Header Hi Performance MultApplier Complete Hydraulic Flow Diagram www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 90 L4000G4 Header MultiBin Complete Hydraulic Schematic 307074-AA-I www.New-Leader.com (800) 363-1771...
  • Page 91 L4000G4 Header MultiBin Complete Hydraulic Flow Diagram www.New-Leader.com 307074-AA-I (800) 363-1771...
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  • Page 93: Spread Pattern

    L4000G4 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 DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 94: Product Setup Guidelines

    L4000G4 Header Spread Pattern 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.

  • Page 95: Crush Test

    Crushing strength can signifi cantly 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 fl ush with surface. Ensure marker is next to handle.

  • Page 96: Sgn Scale Test

    L4000G4 Header Spread Pattern SGN Scale Test The SGN scale is an instrument designed for simple screen test of fertilizer samples. A small box fi tted with fi ve sieves, it directly produces a size histogram of the test sample. From this, the SGN can be estimated.
  • Page 97 L4000G4 Header Spread Pattern 8. Figure 7 - Based on column headings and percent in each fi eld, calculate overall SGN of Size Grade Number the sample. View each column for percentage • Column A (120) = 0 material •...

  • Page 98: Catch Test

    The following procedure is a guide. Refer to Controller Operations section of manual for details. NOTE: An optional calibration chute (P/N 312688) is available to simplify the catch test process. The calibration chute fi ts all New Leader spreader models with 30” wide conveyor bottoms. Contact your local New Leader dealer for details.

  • Page 99: Spread Pattern Test Kit

    L4000G4 Header Spread Pattern Use great caution while working around the spreader. Contact with spinners and WARNING other moving parts is very dangerous. Do not adjust while machinery is moving, wear eye protection and avoid discharge from spinners. Do not ride on moving spreader.

  • Page 100: Spinners

    L4000G4 Header Spread Pattern Spinners Spinner discs and fi ns must be kept clean and polished. Even a small build-up on a spinner fi n can NOTICE! signifi cantly affect the spread pattern. Rusty, rough, bent or worn fi ns will produce poor spread patterns.

  • Page 101: Test Procedure

    L4000G4 Header Spread Pattern NOTE: This chart is to be used as a reference only to begin testing. SPINNER FRAME SPINNER MATERIAL SETTING in (cm) Lime 1 (2.5) Straight Urea 3.5 (9.5) All other Fertilizer types and blends, including Urea 3.5 (9.5)
  • Page 102 L4000G4 Header Spread Pattern 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 100’ 75’ 20’ (3m) Engage spinners before navigating the course. As the 10’...

  • Page 103: Test Results

    L4000G4 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.

  • Page 104: Determining Driving Centers

    L4000G4 Header Spread Pattern Determining Driving Centers Once an acceptable pattern is obtained, as shown in Figure 12, 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. Figure 13 shows an example data sheet recorded from the profi le shown in Figure 14.

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting

    L4000G4 Header Spread Pattern 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 diffi cult to determine which adjustment was responsible for the change in pattern shape.

  • Page 106: Spread Pattern

    L4000G4 Header Spread Pattern Spread Pattern Verifying Driving Centers Once optimum driving centers (effective swath width) have been established, conduct a fi nal “S” pass over the trays to verify. Refer to Figure 17. 1. With both the spinners and...

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