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& Unit Serial No.
307306-B
Page Rev. A
NL450C
NEW LEADER
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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. See
Field Testing
section.
2.
Fill body with material to be spread.
3.
Drive to location where spreading is to be done.
4.
Adjust spinner speed for material being applied to give spread width desired. See
L5034G4 Spread Pattern
section in this manual.
5.
Adjust spinner to give spread pattern desired. See
L5034G4 Spread Pattern
section in this manual.
6.
Set feedgate opening to maximum opening.
7.
Make sure shut-off valve on hydraulic reservoir is fully opened.
8.
Turn on power to controller and set program to desired values.
9.
Engage pump drive PTO driveline.
CAUTION
Drive only at speeds which permit good control of vehicle!
10.
Drive at speeds that allow engine to turn at proper RPM.
NOTE: New Leader suggests the use of an infinitely variable transmission to automatically maintain the ideal
operating engine speed which allows adequate hydraulic oil delivery from pump.
NOTICE!
CHANGE THE HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER AFTER THE FIRST WEEK (OR NOT MORE THAN 50 HOURS) OF
OPERATION ON A UNIT.
GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURES
OPER. & MAINT
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OPERA
TING PROCEDURES
