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MODEL L5034G4 UNIT SERIAL NUMBER _______________________ MANUAL NUMBER: 305438-G EFFECTIVE 03/2016 1330 76TH AVE SW CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52404-7052 PHONE (319) 363-8281 | FAX (319) 286-3350 www.highwayequipment.com Copyright 2003 Highway Equipment Company, Inc.
NEW LEADER L5034G4 HEADER PREFACE HEADER 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.
L5034G4 NEW LEADER HEADER SAFETY HEADER TAKE NOTE! THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL IS USED TO CALL YOUR ATTENTION TO INSTRUCTIONS INVOLVING YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH. In this manual and on the safety signs placed on the unit, the words “DANGER,”...
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NEW LEADER L5034G4 HEADER SAFETY CONTINUED HEADER SAFETY DECAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1� Keep safety decals and signs clean and legible at all times. 2� Replace safety decals and signs that are missing or have become illegible� 3� Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign� 4�...
L5034G4 NEW LEADER GENERAL SAFETY RULES-OPERATIONS HEADER 1� Before attempting 6� Stay clear of any moving to operate this unit, members, such read and be sure shafts, couplings and understand universal joints. Make operation adjustments in small maintenance steps, shutting down manual�...
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NEW LEADER L5034G4 GENERAL SAFETY RULES-OPERATIONS CONTINUED HEADER 11� Inspect spinner fins, spinner frame mounting and 17� Wear eye protection while working around or on spinner fin nuts and screws every day. Look for unit� missing fasteners, looseness, wear and cracks� 18�...
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L5034G4 NEW LEADER GENERAL SAFETY RULES-MAINTENANCE HEADER 1� Maintenance includes all 7� Some parts lubrication, inspection, assemblies adjustments (other quite heavy. Before than operational control attempting adjustments such unfasten any heavy feedgate openings, part or assembly, conveyor speed, etc�) arrange to support it part replacement, repairs by means of a hoist, and such upkeep tasks as...
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NEW LEADER L5034G4 GENERAL SAFETY RULES-MAINTENANCE CONTINUED HEADER 11� When batteries being charged discharged, they generate hydrogen and oxygen gases. This combination of gases is highly explosive. DO NOT SMOKE around batteries—STAY AWAY FROM FLAME—don’t check batteries by shorting terminals as the spark could cause an explosion.
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L5034G4 NEW LEADER GENERAL SAFETY RULES-INSTALLATION HEADER 1� The selection of the vehicle on which a spreader 6� Do body is to be mounted has important safety weld on aspects. To avoid overloading: v e h i c l e a�...
NEW LEADER L5034G4 GENERAL DESCRIPTION HEADER The Model L5034G4 is a hopper type spreader intended for spreading feedlot manure, waste water sludge, industrial waste, paper mill waste, compost, marl, poultry litter and fly ash. It is intended for truck chassis or flotation vehicle mounting.
NEW LEADER L5034G4 INITIAL START-UP HEADER Refer to www.highwayequipment.com for installation instructions. Once on the website: NOTE: • Click Customer Support • Select: Other New Leader Manuals and Instructions • Select: New Leader Installation Instructions. WARNING Stand clear of moving machinery� NOTE: Do not load spreader with material�...
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NEW LEADER L5034G4 FIELD TESTING HEADER The following procedure is a guide: 1� Field test over any suitable course which allows vehicle to be driven at speeds to be used while spreading� 2� Make sure unit has been properly serviced, that oil reservoir is full and gate valve under reservoir is fully open. Do not load spreader�...
NEW LEADER L5034G4 GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURES HEADER 1� Make sure unit has been properly serviced and is in good operating condition. Field test unit prior to first use, prior to each spreading season’s use, and following overhaul or repair work, to verify that all components and systems are functioning properly.
NEW LEADER L5034G4 LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE HEADER 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 damage to spreading equipment. Proper cleaning, lubrication and maintenance will give you longer life, more satisfactory service and more economical use of your equipment�...
NEW LEADER L5034G4 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CONTINUED 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� Testing should be conducted in approved test stands with adequate guards to protect the WARNING operator�...
NEW LEADER L5034G4 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CONTINUED HEADER CONVEYOR CHAIN 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 remove keys WARNING before entering.
NEW LEADER L5034G4 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CONTINUED HEADER Conveyor chains that are too tight will tend to stretch, causing excess sprocket wear and eventually breakage. Excess slack presents the possibility of chain catching on sub-frame parts. Bent or distorted chain bars will cause damage as well.
NEW LEADER L5034G4 LUBRICANT AND HYDRAULIC OIL SPECIFICATIONS HEADER HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Use premium quality lubricants with 100-200 SUS or 20-43 cSt viscosity at operating temperatures. The hydraulic fluid’s specifications in the table below are for normal operating conditions. Extreme environments or dirty conditions may require the use of different oils.
NEW LEADER L5034G4 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART HEADER Shut off all power and allow all moving parts to come to rest before performing any WARNING maintenance operation. The spreader should be regularly lubricated with the lubricants recommended in this manual in accordance with the following chart: Location Places...
NEW LEADER L5034G4 CONVEYOR SELECTION HEADER This chart is to help determine which conveyor is best for specific applications. Find the closest description of the type of material to be spread� • X indicates the preferred conveyor� • O indicates a suitable alternative conveyor. •...
NEW LEADER L5034G4 HEADER TROUBLESHOOTING HYDRAULICS SCHEMATIC Please Give Part No., Description 305438-G & Unit Serial No. Page Rev. A...
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NEW LEADER L5034G4 TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED HEADER • Symptom: Spinner motors do not turn when spinner control valve is in running position or conveyor does not run when placed in “On” position. See reasons 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8 & 9. •...
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NEW LEADER L5034G4 TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED HEADER Reason: Correction: 8� In line relief valve set too low� In line relief valve pressure should be 3100 PSI (214 bar)� Set spinner control valve to “0”. Disconnect pressure line, coming from rear port on spinner control valve, at control� Reconnect this line to flow meter inlet port.
NEW LEADER L5034G4 STANDARD TORQUES HEADER NATIONAL COARSE (NC) CAP SCREWS 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 L5034G4 INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING PARTS HEADER Order from the AUTHORIZED DEALER in your area� 1� Always give the pertinent model and serial number. 2� Give part name, part number and the quantity required. 3� Give the correct address to where the parts are to be shipped, and the carrier if there is a preference� Unless claims for shortages or errors are made immediately upon receipt of goods they will not be considered.
SPREADER PARTS LIST NEW LEADER L5034G4 MOUNTING ANGLE HEADER 6, 7, 8 6, 7, 8 6, 7, 8 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 31856 Angle - Mounting 81847 Angle - Tie Down 81848 Mounting - Bar 310424 Mounting - Bar 4” x 9” 81000 Spring 305579-AB...
L5034G4 NEW LEADER PINTLE CHAIN CONVEYOR (#2 & #3) HEADER #2 – Cross bars every other link #3 – Cross bars every link ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION Chain – Assy 304465-AB 304466-AB 13’ Unit 304465-AC 304466-AC 14’ Unit 304465-AD 304466-AD 16’...
L5034G4 NEW LEADER ENCODER HEADER ENCODER REMOVED ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 303994 Encoder – 180 with Hardware 310601 Coupler - Rate Sensor SS 310603 Screw - Set 1/4-20NC x 1/4 SS 81949 Bracket - Sensor, Idler Mount 2696 Collar - Set 1” 305438-G Please Give Part No., Description Page Rev.
NEW LEADER L5034G4 CONVEYOR CHAIN OILER HEADER 7,8,9 Please Give Part No., Description 305438-G Page Rev. A & Unit Serial No.
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L5034G4 NEW LEADER HEADER CONVEYOR CHAIN OILER CONTINUED 14,28,29 13,26 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 306066 Tank - Assy Chain Oiler, Includes 1-13 306659 Nozzle & Hose Assy, Includes 14,19-29 305754 Tank – Wldmt 306657 Elbow 304409 Mount - Pump 304390 Pump - Assy with Connector 304834 Pump - Diagram 1.1 GPM 30 PSI...
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NEW LEADER L5034G4 CONVEYOR CHAIN OILER CONTINUED HEADER ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 306649 Nozzle - Mount Assy 304839 Angle - Wldmt Nozzle Mount 306650 Body - Male Nozzle Brass 306651 Strainer - Check Valve 306652 Plate - Orifice SS 306654 Nozzle - Even Flat Spray SS 306653 Cap - Nozzle...
NEW LEADER L5034G4 SPINNER DIVIDER, GUARD & SHIELDS HEADER Guards are intended to reduce hazard of entanglement with machinery and injury. All WARNING guards must be installed per this drawing before spreader is put into operation. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 305309 Divider –...
L5034G4 NEW LEADER BIN SENSOR HEADER ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 98787-AB Lead - 18” Bin Level Sensor *98787-AD Cable - 27’ Bin Level Sensor *307130 Cable - Jumper 102” *307124 Mount - Sensor 304 *36393 Cap Screw - 1/4-20NC x 3/4 SS * - Not Shown 305438-G Please Give Part No., Description...
NEW LEADER L5034G4 HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR HEADER Please Give Part No., Description 305438-G Page Rev. A & Unit Serial No.
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L5034G4 NEW LEADER HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR CONTINUED HEADER ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 305054 Hydraulic Tank Assy 305050 Tank – Hydraulic Wldmt 88838 Filter – Return, Includes 3-6 306772 O-Ring - Cover Filter 306773 O - Ring - Housing Filter 306789 Seal - Filter Assy 305066 Element - Filter 305063...
NEW LEADER L5034G4 HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR & COOLER HEADER Please Give Part No., Description 305438-G Page Rev. A & Unit Serial No.
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L5034G4 NEW LEADER HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR & COOLER CONTINUED HEADER ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 305054 Hydraulic Tank Assy, see Reservoir Tank parts list 43534 Indicator – Service 38575 Gauge – Sight & Temperature 36398 Cap Screw – 3/8-16NC x 1 SS 72054 Nut –...
NEW LEADER L5034G4 PWM SPINNER CONTROL VALVE CONTROLLER HEADER ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 88260 Control Box - w/ 25’ Cable * - Not Shown Please Give Part No., Description 305438-G Page Rev. A & Unit Serial No.
NEW LEADER L5034G4 SIGHT WINDOW HEADER Type I Type II Type I ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 80831 Window - Sight 8 x 10 80832-X1 Bar - Retainer Side 8 x 10 304 80833-X1 Bar - Retainer Top & Bottom 8 x 10 42033 Screw - Truss Head 1/4 x 1 SS 42034...
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