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MODEL SA-9 UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ___________________________ MANUAL NUMBER: 90726-H EFFECTIVE 10/2021 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...
SA-9 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�...
NL5000G5 Safety Important Safety Information Before using this equipment, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operator’s Manual provided with this equipment� If the user and/or assistants cannot read or understand the warnings and instructions, the employer of the user and/or assistants must provide adequate and necessary training to ensure proper operation and compliance with all safety procedures pertaining to this equipment�...
NL5000G5 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� Fire extinguisher must be Type ABC or Type BC� Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital and fire department available at all times.
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NL5000G5 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 specific details on chemical products: physical and health hazards, safety procedures and emergency response techniques�...
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NL5000G5 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� Make sure all personnel are clear of machine before starting� Figure 1�8 Figure 1�9 - Do not operate machine without all guards and shields closed and secured�...
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NL5000G5 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 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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NL5000G5 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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NL5000G5 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 qualified personnel should perform any maintenance procedure or repair�...
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NL5000G5 General Safety Rules Maintenance HANDLE FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS SAFELY Figure 3�4 - Never use diesel fuel, kerosene, gasoline or any flammable solvents for cleaning. Exposure to toxic fluids or fumes may occur during the normal operation of this system. Before attempting to fill, use, or service this system, read Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to know the specific hazards of the fluids you are using.
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NL5000G5 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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NL5000G5 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� Clean vehicle according to use instructions of hazardous chemical� Failure to comply with this requirement may result in minor or moderate injury�...
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NL5000G5 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� • Place vehicle transmission in “Neutral” or “Park”� •...
NL5000G5 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� Safety decals or signs are available from your dealer’s Parts Department or from New Leader Manufacturing by calling (800) 363-1771�...
SA-9 Installation Instructions Due to the variations in type and model of trucks, dump bodies and PTO assemblies, no one set of instructions will be applicable to all units� The following is offered as a guide for laying out an individual unit� Considerable latitude is permitted in mounting of parts.
SA-9 Installation Instructions Cont. Transmission Pto Drive The through-shaft pump and mounting bracket must be used on most any truck with an existing transmission PTO and continuously operating dump hoist pump installation� DO NOT check for leaks adjacent to moving parts while system is operating as there may be danger of entanglement! Failure to comply with this requirement could result in death or serious injury�...
SA-9 Installation Instructions Cont. Electric Clutch V-Belt Drive As available space around truck engine varies greatly from model to model, no specific mounting instructions can be given� The electric clutch pump assembly supplied will be rear ported and have two 7�082 inch diameter V-belt pulleys for 1/2"...
SA-9 Installation Instructions Cont. Tailgate Filler Panels Tailgate panels are furnished to bolt or weld to the inside rear corner of the tailgate� Parts needed: ITEM DESCRIPTION Tailgate Panels 3/8 x 3 1/2 Cap Screw 3/8 Lock Washer 3/8 Hex Nut Figure 2 –...
Hairpins 1/2” x 1 1/2” Cap Screws Figure 3 – Mounting 1/2” Lock Washers 1� Gather parts needed to mount the SA-9 on 1/2” Hex Nuts the truck� 2� Raise and position the spreader as high as Anchor Pin Weldments...
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SA-9 Installation Instructions Cont. 9� Place one end of the mounting bar (Item 10) on the pin attached to the spreader and place the anchor pin (Item 9) on the other end� Position the mounting bar diagonally as shown in Figure 4 and mark the location of the anchor pin on the dump body�...
1/2 x 1 Capscrew 1/2 Lock Nut 1� Gather parts needed to install spinner assembly onto the SA-9� 2� Slide the hinge pin (Item 2) through the left trough bracket, through the spinner assembly (Item 1) and then through the right trough bracket as shown in Figure 5�...
SA-9 Installation Instructions Cont. Leveling Mechanism Dump Body Hairpin Bracket - Truck Frame Overlap and Weld Bracket - Spinner Boom Cap Screws Figure 7 - Leveling Mechanism Measure the distance (C) from the center of the dump body hinge point to the center of the spinner mounting shaft�...
Berm Chute Weldment Hairpins Control Rod 1� Gather parts needed to install berm chute onto the SA-9� 2� When using the berm chute, the opposite discharge opening must be covered� Position the trough cover weldment over the opening and attach as shown previously in Figure 6, using two (2) 1/2 x 1 capscrews and lock nuts�...
SA-9 Installation Instructions Cont. Hydraulic Hose Installation Determine the pressure port of the pump� Install the pressure hose into this port as shown in Figure 16� Connect the suction hose to the opposite port and to the tank outlet on the reservoir� If necessary, use plastic tie straps to support hoses so that they will not catch on field obstructions or contact the muffler or moving parts�...
SA-9 Installation Instructions Cont. Reusable Non-Skive Type Ends Step 1 Cut hose to length required using a fine tooth hacksaw or cut-off machine� Clean hose bore� Step 2 Liberally lubricate hose cover with hose assembly lube� Place socket in vise and turn hose into socket counterclockwise until it bottoms�...
SA-9 Installation Instructions Cont. Hydraulic Hose Maintenance 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 operator�...
SA-9 Installation Instructions Cont. Hydraulic Hose Installation Guide 1� Use elbows and adapters in the installation to 2� Install hose runs to avoid rubbing or abrasion� relieve strain on the assembly, and to provide Clamps are often needed to support long runs...
SA-9 Installation Instructions Cont. Electrical Connections Connect any electrical control circuits� The supply conductor should be connected to the accessory terminal of the truck ignition switch through a five amp line fuse. All wiring should be approved automotive insulated wire� It should be supported adequately with insulating ties or straps and be located where it won’t inter- fere with any control access, does not contact any moving parts or sharp edges and is kept away from any hydraulic lines or heated parts.
The SA-9 is also designed to windrow aggregate for road shoulder work� The SA-9 is a single spinner, single auger spreader� The entire unit mounts to the sides of a dump body level with the floor of the box. A quick-disconnect mounting kit allows for easy installation and removal.
SA-9 Initial Start-Up Check over the entire unit to be sure all fasteners are in place and properly tightened per Torque Chart in this manual� Disengage PTO driving pump� Be sure On-Off control in cab is in the Off position� Do not load the spreader�...
SA-9 General Operating Procedures Before taking the unit out to use, make a walk- around inspection to assure that the spreader is not damaged, that all essential parts are in place, and Side View of Spreader that all fasteners are tight and all...
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SA-9 General Operating Procedures Continued Spread pattern is determined by the mounting position of the spinner assembly� Lateral adjustment of the assembly is made by sliding it along the hinge pin� Lock the assembly in place by tightening set screw�...
SA-9 General Operating Procedures Continued NOTE: Disengage PTO when spreader is not in use for long periods of time or when moving to and from the job after initial warm-up� VEHICLE SPEED - DIRECT DRIVE VEHICLE SPEED - GEARCASE DRIVE...
SA-9 General Operating Procedures Continued Hydraulic System When the engine is running and the PTO or electric clutch is engaged, the pump delivers oil to the cab control valve� If the On-Off valve is in the Off position, the oil flows through the valve and returns to the reservoir�...
SA-9 General Operating Procedures Continued Be very careful not to exceed 1000 PSI—No relief valve protection is available during this test� Failure to follow this requirement may result in injury or machine damage� Checking Pump Flow Pump output can be checked with a flow meter. Disconnect the pressure line leading from the pump at the cab control valve.
SA-9 Lubrication and Maintenance Hydraulic System The use of proper oil in the hydraulic system is one of the most important factors for satisfactory operation� Utmost cleanliness in handling the oil cannot be stressed enough� Keep the hydraulic oil in original closed containers, clean top of container before opening and pouring, and handle in extremely clean measures and funnels�...
SA-9 Lubrication and Maintenance Continued 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.
SA-9 Lubricant and Hydraulic Oil Specifications The lubricant distributor and/or supplier is to be held responsible for results obtained from their products� Procure lubricants from distributors and/or suppliers of unquestionable integrity, supplying known and tested products� Do not jeopardize your equipment with inferior lubricants.
SA-9 Lubrication Chart Shut off all power and allow all moving parts to come to rest before performing any maintenance operation� Failure to comply with this warning could result in death or serious injury� The spreader should be regularly lubricated with the lubricants recommended in this manual in accordance...
SA-9 Troubleshooting 1� Symptom: Neither auger nor spinner will operate� Reason Correction A� Low reservoir oil level� Check and fill as required. B� PTO not engaged� Engage PTO� Check for broken or disconnected control cable� C� PTO malfunction� Check out PTO�...
SA-9 Standard Torques 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�...
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SA-9 Instructions for Ordering Parts Order from the AUTHORIZED DEALER in your area� • Always give the pertinent model and serial number� • Give part name, part number and the quantity required� • Give the correct address to where the parts are to be shipped, and the carrier if there is a preference�...
SA-9 Pedestal Mount Kit T - TANK P - PUMP PRESSURE S - SPINNER A - AUGER/CONVEYOR ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION Cap Screw - 1/4 x 3 20013 Adapter 29752 Adapter 29784 Mount – Valve WLDMT 36803 Tube – Hydraulic 36800 Adapter –...
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