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1330 76TH Ave SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-7052
Phone: (800) 363-1771
www.NewLeader.com
NL720 AGCO Rogator
Operator's Manual
Unit Serial No. __________________________________
Manual Number: 323001-A
Effective 02/2024
Serious injury or death can result from the failure to read, understand, and follow instructions
provided in this manual. Before using this equipment, read, understand and follow all
instructions in this Operator's Manual as well as the chassis operator's manual supplied by
your chassis manufacturer.
Copyright 2024 New Leader Manufacturing

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  • Page 1 Serious injury or death can result from the failure to read, understand, and follow instructions provided in this manual. Before using this equipment, read, understand and follow all instructions in this Operator’s Manual as well as the chassis operator's manual supplied by your chassis manufacturer. Copyright 2024 New Leader Manufacturing...

  • Page 2: Serial Plate Location

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Serial Plate Location Serial Plate (See below.) WARNING: Operating, servicing, and maintaining NLM spreaders can expose you to chemicals including nickel which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. To minimize exposure, service and maintain your spreader in a well-ventilated area, wear all appropriate protective equipment, and otherwise abide by all safety protocols as outlined in the Operator’s...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    NOTE: The information contained within this manual was current at the time it was published. Some information is subject to change to ensure the best performance of the unit. New Leader Manufacturing reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product and its manual at any time without notice.

  • Page 4: Warranty

    BASIC WARRANTY HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT COMPANY d/b/a NEW LEADER MANUFACTURING ("Highway") has manufactured or is distributing the Product/Genuine Parts to which this warranty is attached, and warrants to its original reseller including Dealers, Distributors and Original Equipment Manufacturers (hereafter called Dealer) that the Product/Genuine Parts will, under normal conditions of use and service, be free from material defects due to faulty manufacturing for a period of six (6) months from the date of delivery to the original user.

  • Page 5: Introduction And Intended Use

    If, for any reason, you do not understand the instructions, The NL720 is a hopper-type fertilizer spreader that please call your authorized dealer or the New Leader is intended for commercial use only. Hydraulically Manufacturing (NLM) Product Sales and Support powered, it provides independent variable speed control Department at 1-888-363-8006.

  • Page 6: Common Terms

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Common Terms Following are common terms used in this manual. • Stake: Side support for machine walls. • Bin 1: The bin closest to the cab. • Waterfall: Covers the conveyors at the rear of the unit and delivers material from the conveyors •...
  • Page 7 NL720 AGCO Rogator See previous page for definitions. Inverted V Conveyor Lift Hook Bin 1 Rear Endgate Conveyor Motors Bin 2 Screen Lift Hooks Lift Hooks Rear Endgate Front Endgate Stake Sight Window Stake Waterfall Assembly Spinner Deflector Spinner Deflector...

  • Page 8: Safety

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Accidents Hurt!!! Accidents Cost!!! Accidents Can Be Avoided!!! Safety General Safety Requirements The following general safety requirements apply to Important Safety Information the overall use and maintenance of this machine. When operating this equipment, you are In addition to this safety section, you must also refer...

  • Page 9: Protect Against Noise

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Handle Flammable Materials Safely Work in Well-Ventilated Area Fig. 4: Handle fuel and Never run machine engine inside a building hydraulic oil with care. They unless adequate ventilation is provided to are highly flammable. safely and properly remove exhaust fumes.

  • Page 10: Transportation & Handling

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Fig.10: Keep away from spinners view mirrors are properly installed and adjusted. while they are turning. Use a signal person when backing if view is obstructed or when in close quarters. Rocks, scrap metal and other material can be thrown from Always disengage hydraulics before shutting down the spinners violently.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Never modify any equipment or add attachments not Perform work using flammable fluids and solvents in a approved by New Leader Manufacturing. safe place away from open flame and sparks. Do not smoke.
  • Page 12 • Avoid breathing dust from sanding or grinding on paint. Use only service parts meeting New Leader • If a solvent or paint stripper is used, wash specifications. stripper away with soap and water before heating or welding.

  • Page 13: Storage

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Handle Batteries Safely Support Machine Properly Fig. 27: When machine is Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is removed from vehicle, always poisonous. It can burn skin, eat holes in store on adequate supports on clothing, and cause blindness if it contacts a firm level surface.

  • Page 14: Safety And Informational Decals

    Your spreader comes equipped with all safety and Safety decals or signs are available from your dealer’s Parts Department or from New Leader Manufacturing by informational decals in place. These safety decals are designed to help you safely operate your equipment.
  • Page 15 NL720 AGCO Rogator 1. Caution: Hazardous Materials (Decal #309779) To avoid injury or machine damage: • Materials to be spread can be dangerous. • Improper selection, application, use or handling may be hazardous to persons, animals, crops or other property.
  • Page 16 NL720 AGCO Rogator 3. Caution: To Avoid Injury Or Machine Damage (Decal #309778) 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. •...
  • Page 17 NL720 AGCO Rogator 8. Warning: Moving Part Hazard (Decal #309771) To prevent death or serious injury: • Close and secure guards before starting. • Do not stand or climb on machine. • Disconnect and lockout power source before adjusting or servicing.

  • Page 18: Installation

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Pump and truck requirements must be determined prior to installation of the spreader. Installation The NL720 is installed by the tractor/chassis manufacturer. Refer to your chassis manual and contact your authorized dealer if you desire to remount your unit or move it to a different chassis.

  • Page 19: Mounts

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Mounts Fig. 30, Connection B: • Factory Supplied Power Connector - Refer to the chassis operator’s manual for specific procedures on tightening mounting Deutsch part no. DTP04-4P-L012. hardware. Failure to follow the procedure • Connects to: Mating Connector - Deutsch per chassis manufacturer may result in part no.
  • Page 20 NL720 AGCO Rogator Conveyor Control Valve Fig. 32: Connect hydraulic hoses to the appropriate port(s), as shown below: Return Pressure Control C. Load Sense Fig. 32 See the next page for general information to properly route and tension a hydraulic hose. (Instructions are used with the permission of The Weatherhead Company.

  • Page 21: Hydraulic Hose Installation: General Information

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Hydraulic Hose Installation: General Information 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 Clamps are often needed to support long runs of neater installations that are accessible for inspection hose or to keep hose away from moving parts.

  • Page 22: General Operating Procedures

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Drive only at speeds that permit secure control of the vehicle. Always travel at or below the maximum safe travel speed outlined in the operator's manual of your chassis. CHANGE THE HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER AFTER THE FIRST WEEK (OR NOT MORE THAN 50 HOURS) OF OPERATION.

  • Page 23: Catch Testing

    NOTE: We highly recommend using a calibration chute (Fig. 33) to simplify the catch test process and get accurate results. The calibration chute fits all NL720 conveyor bottoms. Contact your local New Leader dealer for details. Fig. 37 Fig. 33 – Calibration Chutes 4.

  • Page 24: Spreader Preparation

    NL720 AGCO Rogator (18. An Operator must complete spread pattern testing Select an area for testing measuring at least 240 feet x per the instructions in this manual each time a new or 300 feet (37 m x 61 m), and with a slope of less than two different material is spread because product quality degrees.

  • Page 25: Spread Pattern Test Results

    NL720 AGCO Rogator 11. Continue following the instructions in the controller to complete the spread pattern testing procedure. See "Spread Pattern Test Results" for possible outcomes and next steps. Adjustments are Conveyors Conveyors automated based on the accurate input of the distribution of the material in the vials.

  • Page 26: Lubrication & Maintenance

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Shut off all power and allow all moving parts to come to rest before performing any maintenance operation. 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.

  • Page 27: Hydraulic Hose Installation

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Clean Spinner Control Valve Fig. 44: Clean assembly by Fig. 47: Connect hydraulic hoses to the appropriate blowing out with clean compressed port(s), as shown below: air. Assemblies may be rinsed with Flow Control Valve mineral spirits if the tube stock is Return compatible with oil.

  • Page 28: Conveyor Belt

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Over-tensioning of conveyor belt will lead to excessive load on the system, causing excessive belt and sprocket wear and can cause extremely high starting pressures. Under-tensioning will result in interrupted flow of material to the spinners. Conveyor Belt Stay out of the hopper body.

  • Page 29: Clean-Up

    NL720 AGCO Rogator each operating season. All lubrication and maintenance instructions should be closely followed. Repaint worn spots to prevent the formation of rust. Fin-Overlays Eight removable fin-overlays (Fig. 53) broadcast material into the field from the unit. Inspect each fin-overlay and spinner assembly periodically throughout the day for buildup and holes.

  • Page 30: Spinner Deflectors

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Spinner Deflectors Waterfalls Inspect spinner deflectors (Fig. 55) daily for build-up of Do not enter the platform if the unit is material and damage. running. Shut off all power and allow all moving parts to come to rest before Clean as needed.

  • Page 31: Chute Bushings

    Extreme environments or dirty conditions may require the use of different oils. Consult your New Leader dealer or the Product Support Department at New Leader Manufacturing for systems operating outside normal conditions.

  • Page 32: Standard Torques

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Standard Torques Conveyor Gearcase Lubrication Instructions 1. Drain oil in a new unit after the first two weeks (or not Cap Screw Grade Identification – Markings on Head: more than 100 hours) of operation and flush the gear case thoroughly with light oil.

  • Page 33: Hydraulic Flow Chart

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Hydraulic Flow Chart www.NewLeader.com Maintenance | 33 323001-A...

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    NL720 AGCO Rogator Troubleshooting If you encounter symptoms not listed or issues that require testing and further assessment, please contact your authorized dealer. Symptom Reason Correction Verify spinner switch is on. No voltage at valve Verify controller has a target spinner RPM entered.

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