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New Leader Manufacturing reserves the right to make alterations or modifications to this equipment at any time. The manufacturer shall not be obligated to make such changes to machines already in the field.
Figure 1�1 - The need for safety cannot be stressed strongly enough in this manual� At New Leader Manufacturing, we urge you to make safety your top priority when operating any equipment. We firmly...
NL345 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�...
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NL345 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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NL345 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�...
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NL345 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�...
NL345 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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Never modify any equipment or add attachments not approved by New Leader Manufacturing� Figure 3�1 DO NOT SERVICE OR ADJUST MACHINE WHILE IN MOTION Figure 3�2 - Never lubricate, service or adjust the machine or any of its components while they are moving�...
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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.NewLeader.com 312884-E (800) 363-1771...
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NL345 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�...
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NL345 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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NL345 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”�...
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�...
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NL345 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� • Do not allow riders on machine�...
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NL345 Safety Decals 4. WARNING: HIGH-PRESSURE FLUIDS To prevent death or serious injury: • Do not check leaks with hands while system is operating as high pressure oil leaks can be dangerous! • Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines or working on system�...
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NL345 Safety Decals Trailer 1. CAUTION: BRAKING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS To prevent injury or machine damage, per ANSI/ASAE S365.8 MAY 2007: Do not tow equipment that has brakes: • at speeds over 32mph (50km/hr); or • at speeds above that recommended by the manufacturer; or •...
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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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NL345 Connecting Implement Implement Preparation and Connection DO NOT wear loose clothing� Keep hands and other body parts away from connecting parts of tractor and implement� Entanglement could cause serious injury� Failure to comply with this requirement will result in death or serious injury�...
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NL345 Connecting Implement Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 9� Attach safety chain� 10� On left side of hitch, loop safety chain through tractor intermediate support (Figure 5)� 11� On left side of hitch, loop safety chain around tractor drawbar (Figure 6)�...
NL345 Connecting Implement Power Take-Off Connection 1� Inspect, clean and lubricate PTO and PTO driveline� 2� Inspect all guards, making sure they are in proper working order� 3� Lift tractor’s PTO cover� 4� Slide PTO driveline coupler onto tractor PTO and lock into place on driveline groove (Figure 10-12)�...
NL345 Connecting Implement 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...
NL345 Insert Installation 12� Figure 2 - Support endgate by attaching a hoist to the lift hooks� Remove hardware (7) 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�...
NL345 Insert Installation Insert Install Use only lifting devices that meet or exceed OSHA standard 1910�184� Never exceed work load limits or lift equipment over people� Empty spreader before lifting� Loads may shift or fall if improperly supported� Failure to comply with this requirement could result in death or serious injury�...
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NL345 Insert Installation Figure 2A (uninstalled) Figure 2B (shown installed) View from rear of unit� Figures 2A-2B - Visually make sure insert is centered from side to side in main bin and rear pads are resting on main bin� Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 3 - There must be contact between rear pads and main unit�...
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Leakage of material may occur if the sealer belts are not set properly on the front of the insert� New Leader Manufacturing is not liable for lost material due to improperly installed sealer belts� Figure 8A-8B - Make sure there is a complete seal covering the gap between the insert and the main bin’s side sheets�...
NL345 Insert Installation Hydraulics Attach insert hoses to spreader hoses as shown in Figure 17� MULTAPPLIER CONVEYOR MOTOR Figure 17 - M Operation pplier Hydraulic 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�...
NL345 Insert Installation Hillside Divider & Conveyor Cover Highway Equipment Company will not be liable for misapplied material due to an improperly adjusted divider, spreader or both� Loosen hardware from rear two chain shield holes on each side of M �...
NL345 Insert Installation Electrical Use the following illustrations to aid in electrical connections� Figure 1 - Enclosure S ingle Figure 2 - Enclosure M ulTAplier 312884-E www.NewLeader.com - 50 - (800) 363-1771...
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NL345 Insert Installation 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�...
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Operations General Description The NL345 is a pull-type spreader intended for spreading free flowing granular agricultural materials, such as chemical fertilizers and lime� It comprises of a specialized NL4500G4 EDGE spreader and a Trailer trailer� The Trailer is an agricultural implement flotation trailer designed for attachment to specially equipped tractors by means of a category 4 receiver hitch�...
NL345 Introduction Rear Endgate Sight Window Stake Feedgate Jack Feedgate Spinner De ector Front Endgate FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW Material Divider Spinner Motor Enclosure RIGHT HAND SIDE VIEW Cross Tubes Conveyor Motor Conveyor Chain Oiler Spinner Guards Lift Hook LEFT HAND...
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NL345 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� Cross Tubes: Supports body, attaches to Chassis frame� Transfers weight from Main Hopper to Chassis�...
NL345 Initial Startup Stand clear of moving machinery� Failure to comply with this requirement could result in death or serious injury� 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”...
NL345 General Operating Procedures 1� Make sure unit has been properly serviced and is in good operating condition� It is recommended to run the spreader prior to loading material to ensure acceptable operation� 2� Set manual machine settings in controller per Controller section in this manual�...
NL345 General Operating Procedures Inspection Ladder KEEP OFF FENDERS� Do not place objects on fenders� They are not intended to carry loads� Falling from the fenders could cause death or serious injury� Failure to comply with this requirement could result in death or serious injury�...
NL345 General Operating Procedures Figure 3A - Chain Storage Figure 3B - Divider Panel Tire Pressure and Transport Speeds Proper air pressure achieves maximum tire performance� The TRAILER TIRE following table should be used as a guide� ROAD SPEED TABLE...
NL345 General Operating Procedures Implement Maneuvering Make sure the area behind the trailer is clear of obstructions and personnel� Turning or backing may result in limited visibility� Check blind spots� Back and/or turn cautiously� Failure to do so could result in death, serious injury or damage to the implement� Failure to comply with this requirement could result in death or serious injury�...
NL345 General Operating Procedures 12” (30cm) MAX TRAVEL Figure 5 - Walking Beam Travel Rear Pulling Lugs Do not pull implement sideways—always pull straight� Always disconnect tractor from implement before using rear lugs� Otherwise, damage to implement may occur� Failure to raise jack before pulling stuck implement will destroy jack�...
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NL345 Maintenance Lubrication and 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 damage to spreading equipment� Proper cleaning, lubrication and maintenance will give you longer life, more satisfactory service and more economical use of your equipment�...
NL345 Lubrication & Maintenance 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� When replacing, use hoses of same or better rating and construction�...
NL345 Lubrication & Maintenance 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 before entering� Tag all controls to prohibit operation� Tags should be placed, and later removed, only by person working in the body�...
NL345 Lubrication & Maintenance Over-tensioning of conveyor chain will lead to excessive load on the system which will cause excessive chain and sprocket wear and can cause extremely high starting pressures� Under-tensioning allows REAR OF UNIT Proper Tension Main Bin Conveyor 36”...
NL345 Lubrication & Maintenance Spinner Fins Visually inspect spinner fins (Figure 4) 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.
NL345 Lubrication & Maintenance 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�...
NL345 Lubrication & Maintenance Trailer Brakes Perform maintenance on level surface with wheels blocked� There is no parking brake on the Trailer� Block the wheels prior to unhitching or any maintenance of the Trailer� Uncontrolled movement of the trailer could cause death or serious injury� Failure to comply with this requirement could result in death or serious injury�...
NL345 Lubrication & Maintenance Tires Inspect tires and wheels daily for wear and/or loose hardware� Service of tires and rims can be dangerous� Follow all safety rules� Only specialized personnel should mount tires� Use proper equipment and procedures� Damaged tires can explode causing injury�...
NL345 Lubrication & Maintenance Tighten nuts to 50 ft-lb (67�8 N-m) following a crisscross sequence as shown in Figure 10� After the wheel is installed inspect the seating of the wheels on all four pilots and turn the wheel checking for irregularity of the wheel assembly� This will ensure the wheel is seated on the pilots and flat against the drum�...
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�...
NL345 Lubrication & Maintenance Chart Shut off all power and allow all moving parts to come to rest before performing any maintenance operation� Failure to comply with this requirement could result in death or serious injury� The spreader should be regularly lubricated with the lubricants recommended in this manual in accordance...
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NL345 Lubrication & Maintenance Chart FRONT BANK REAR BANK REAR BANK WITH INSERT SINGLE BIN Figure 7 - Spreader Grease Banks Figure 8 - Rear Grease Bank Decal Figure 10 - Front Grease Bank Locations Figure 9 - Front Grease Bank Decal...
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NL345 Lubrication & Maintenance Chart Shut off all power and allow all moving parts to come to rest before performing any maintenance operation� The implement should be regularly lubricated with the lubricants recommended in this manual in accordance with the following chart:...
NL345 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�...
NL345 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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NL345 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�...
NL345 Pre- & Post-Season Checklists 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...
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NL345 Hydraulics The following pages contain representative hydraulic schematics and flow diagrams for the NL345 model spreader� Hydraulic Components Spinner Motor Conveyor Motor Valve Block - Face Valve Block - Rear (cut-away) 312884-E www.NewLeader.com - 98 - (800) 363-1771...
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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� •...
NL345 Controller Operations Requirements System Requirements: Function: • Virtual Terminal version 3 that supports • VT will load New Leader UI and assign AUX-N functionality functions to in-cab switches� • Task Control (Multi-product up to 4 bins) • TC-BAS •...
NL345 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...
NL345 Controller Operations 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� Figure 3 - Numeric Keypad...
NL345 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� See Manufacturer’s Operations Manual for detailed instructions on these processes�...
NL345 Controller Operations 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� Bin Settings Bin settings include Name, Capacity, Bin Sensor,...
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NL345 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� • Monitor- open loop control with spinner speed read out� •...
NL345 Controller Operations GPS Offsets Editing the task controller GPS offset settings will determine drop point of material behind chassis� • Select Towed or Self Propelled and enter GPS Offset using keypad� Towed • For single axle towed units, enter the distance from the center of the hitch pin to the center of the axle (a)�...
NL345 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 to enable/disable bins� Enable/Disable Bins • Each Installed Bin (as set up in Step 4) will appear�...
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NL345 Controller Operations • 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�...
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NL345 Controller Operations Response Threshold setting� Represents slow speed of servo valve� Decreasing value causes servo valve to run slower� Default setting is 8%� • Response Threshold - Determines where control channel switches between using Valve Response 1 and Valve Response 2 speed setting� Leaving all other valve control settings at default value and making small adjustments to this setting is usually all that is required to fine-tune system performance�...
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� • Press to reset/reconfigure system.
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NL345 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 • Press to calibrate spinner discs�...
NL345 Controller Operations Calibrate Rate Encoder 1� Press to calibrate encoder� 2� Use keypad to edit setting as necessary� Enter 180 or 360 as labeled on back of encoder� Press to continue� www.NewLeader.com 312884-E (800) 363-1771 - 123 -...
NL345 Notes Controller Operations This page is intentionally left blank. Conveyor Calibration For best results, a catch test must be done for each product to be spread IMPORTANT! before season begins, or any time a new supply of product is received�...
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NL345 Controller Operations • Using the control buttons (Reset, Run, Stop), run a catch test� If spreading product that has already been tested, press continue� To begin a test, press � Conveyor will run� • Once controller dispenses specific amount, conveyor will stop�...
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NL345 Controller Operations • 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� • New cubic feet per revolution (CFR) rate will be displayed�...
NL345 Controller Operations 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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NL345 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� Refer to display manual�...
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NL345 Controller Operations • 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� • Press then � •...
NL345 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� • The Run screen will appear�...
NL345 Controller Operations 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�...
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NL345 Controller Operations • To view unlocked features, press � • Current unlocked features will display� Press “Unlock” to display module serial number and registration number� Press to return� 312884-E www.NewLeader.com - 132 - (800) 363-1771...
NL345 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�...
NL345 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� • The Run screen will appear� Press to continue�...
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NL345 Controller Operations 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�...
NL345 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 • If equipped, press (A) to open and close tarp�...
NL345 Controller Operations 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 to continue� •...
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NL345 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� 4� Set service reminder: •...
NL345 Controller Operations 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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NL345 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)� C. Select which bin to empty first by pressing arrow button until arrow points to second bin to empty�...
NL345 Controller Operations 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� WSM Spreader Local CAN Bus Warning Check the local CAN bus connection�...
NL345 Controller Operations General Product Control Alarms Alarm Description Trigger “Calibration error, lost or intermittent Rate sensor signal is lost for a period Rate sensor error signal from rate sensor� Check sensor of two or more consecutive seconds during calibration...
NL345 Controller Operations Spinner Alarms Alarm Description Trigger Automatic control for spinners must be enabled� [CLF Mode] [Basic Single] must be selected� At least one product CLF Basic Single bin must be commanded on� Perceived Spinners Not “Spinners Not Responding”...
NL345 Controller Operations Hydraulic Alarms Alarm Description Trigger Conveyor Conveyor hydraulic pressure exceeds Hydraulic “Conveyor Hydraulic Pressure Exceeds [Max Conveyor Hydraulics Pressure] Pressure Exceeds Maximum Operating Range�” setting for a period of five consecutive Maximum seconds or longer� System hydraulic pressure exceeds [Max System Hydraulic “System Hydraulic Pressure Exceeds...
NL345 Controller Operations 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.
NL345 Controller Operations Calibration CFR Values Value Main Bin 0�256 Insert Bin 0�144 Yellow Micro Bin 0�038 Red Micro Bin 0�019 Control Valve Settings Control Valve Control Variable Main Insert Micro 1 Micro 2 Control Valve Type Servo Servo Servo...
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NOTE: An optional calibration chute (P/N 312688) is available to simplify the catch test process� The calibration chute fits all New Leader spreader models with 30” wide conveyor bottoms. Contact your local New Leader dealer for details�...
NL345 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, wear eye protection and avoid discharge from spinners� Do not ride on moving spreader� Failure to comply with this requirement could result in death or serious injury�...
NL345 Spread Pattern Spinners Spinner discs and fins must be kept clean and polished. Even a small build-up on a spinner fin can significantly affect the spread pattern. Rusty, rough, bent or worn fins will produce poor spread patterns� In general, critical spinner speed will fall somewhere between 600 and 900 RPM� Spinner speed is adjusted by changing the settings in the controller�...
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NL345 Spread Pattern NOTE: This chart is to be used as a reference only to begin testing� SIMPLE START SETTINGS Material Density Ground Rate (lbs) Feedgate Spinner Spinner Speed (in) Frame (mph) Setting Lime 1000-5000 �5" 2000-8000 �5" Urea 2�5 2�5...
Using the data sheets supplied with the kit, document all spreader information and adjustments as necessary� See Figure 1� SPREAD PATTERN DATA SHEET 1330 76th Ave SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-7052 New Leader Manufacturing (319) 363-8281 L4000G4 Rev. Spreader Model:...
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NL345 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 2� 100’ 75’ 20’ (3m) Engage spinners before navigating the course� As the 10’...
NL345 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�...
NL345 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 difficult to determine which adjustment was responsible for the change in pattern shape�...
NL345 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. Figure 8 shows an example data sheet recorded from the profile shown in Figure 9�...
NL345 Spread Pattern 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 10� 1� With both the spinners and conveyor turned off, drive the...
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If your claims are not being handled (by the transportation company) to your satisfaction, please call our Product Sales & Support Department at New Leader Manufacturing at 888-363-8006 for assistance� In the parts list the following symbols and abbreviations stand for: * - Not Shown AR –...
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NL345 Pads Group - Poly ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 323590 Pad - Mount .75 X 5.5 X 10 Poly 40750 Capscrew - .25-20NC X 1.25 SS 36423 Washer- Flat .25 SS 42034 Nut- Lock .25-20NC SS 312884-E www.NewLeader.com - 164 -...
NL345 Body Inverted “V” 11 12 11 12 ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 304 SS 81263 Hanger – V Wldmt 82624 Inverted V 308646 Bar – Adjusting 302371 Bracket – V Bolt-on 58800 Cap Screw – 5/8-11NC x 1-3/4 SS 41762...
NL345 Body Sight Window ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 305216 Window - Sight 8 x 20 x 1/4 305217 Frame - Sight Window 304 42033 Screw - Truss Head 1/4-20NC x 1 SS 36412 Nut - Hex 1/4-20NC SS 36418 Washer - Lock 1/4 SS www.NewLeader.com...
NL345 Body Side Boards 9 10 ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION Kit - Hardware Side Boards SS, Includes Items 98746 7 - 10 312601 Side Board – Front Wldmt 312928 Side Board – RH Wldmt 312929 Side Board – LH Wldmt 86867 Pocket –...
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NL345 Body Lubrication Cont. ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 311327 Hose - Assy LH Front Idler Bearing 311326 Hose - Assy RH Front Idler Bearing 314681 Plate - Grease Bank Front 56858 Cap Screw - 5/16-18NC x 3/4 SS Not Used 42221 Nut - Lock �313-18NC SS...
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Body Hydraulics Main Bin Hydraulics Cont. RIGHT HAND FRONT ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 311797 Valve - Mounting Assy 40 GPM See “Valve Assembly” parts page for details� 36398 Cap Screw - 3/8-16NC x 1 SS 36425 Washer - Flat 3/8 SS 72054 Nut - Lock 3/8-16NC SS 311717...
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NL345 Body Hydraulics Main Bin Hydraulics Cont. 7 - 9 8 - 10 9 22 23 www.NewLeader.com 312884-E - 186- (800) 363-1771...
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Body Hydraulics Main Bin Hydraulics Cont. ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 311763 Tube - Assy 1�0 OD 304 311762 Tube - Assy 1�0 OD 304 311761 Tube - Assy �75 OD 304 311760 Tube - Assy �75 OD 304 311759 Tube - Assy �75 OD 304 311758 Tube - Assy �75 OD 304 300033...
NL345 Conveyor Guard - Front ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 314316 Guard - Front Top, Includes Item 7 312877 Guard - Front Bottom, Includes Item 8 36408 Bolt - Carriage 3/8-16NC x 1 SS 36425 Washer - Flat 3/8 SS 36420...
Electronics Bin Sensor BIN 1, WITH INSERT ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 98787-AB Sensor - Bin Level w/ 18” Lead 307130 Cable - Jumper 102” 36393 Cap Screw - 1/4-20NC x 3/4 SS 307124 Mount - Sensor 304 *98787-AD Cable - 27” Bin Sensor * - Not Shown 312884-E www.NewLeader.com...
NL345 Electronics Controller Mount ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 311850 Mount - Wldmt 310717 Channel - Mount 36425 Washer - Flat 3/8 SS 36398 Cap Screw - 3/8-16NC x 1 SS 72054 Nut - Lock 3/8-16NC SS www.NewLeader.com 312884-E - 210 -...
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Cover - Weldment 304 310740 Post - Power Distribution 44483 Screw - Panhead #10-24 x 3/4 SS 310739 Harness - New Leader ECU Enclosure 310732 Pin - Lynch �188 x 1�25 SS 310733 Screw - Panhead #10-32 x 1/2 SS 308085 Ferrule - �185 x �734...
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Electronics Scale System ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 318738 Scale - Kit 6 Cell Hd 318016 Bracket - Group Scale Link 318654 Scale - Assy Point 318655 Cable - Scale Dt6 318656 Mount - Wldmt Scale Display 318739 Harness - Point Scale Isobus 311806 Tie - Wire Fir Tree 99674...
MultApplier Mounts ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 306924 Mount - Foot Pad 47268 Screw - Flathead 1/4-20 x 1 SS 307097 Mount - Pad 42034 Nut - Lock 1/4-20 SS 312884-E www.NewLeader.com - 241 - (800) 363-1771...
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Trailer Electrical ITEM PART NO� DESCRIPTION 313047 Mount - Cable Tie .375 73797 Liner - Edge 311806 Tie - Wire Fir Tree 99674 Tie - Wire Receptacle - Assy 313050 Plug - Stor A Way 7 Pole 312887 20003 Capscrew - .25-20NC X .75 20676 Nut - Hex .313-18nc Zn Receptacle - 7 Way Flush Mount...
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