New Leader L5034 G4, Assembly/Operators/Parts Manual

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Initial Start-up
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”
in this manual�
2� Make sure no other persons are in vicinity of spreader�
3� Make sure no loose parts are in unit or on conveyor or spinner�
4� Check oil level in hydraulic reservoir; fill as necessary. Refer to “Lubricant & Hydraulic Oil Specifications”
in this manual for proper oil� Completely open reservoir valves as necessary�
5� Start engine and turn on hydraulics� Run hydraulic system to bring oil up to operating temperature�
6� Run spinner only at 300RPM� Allow to run until spinner is operating smoothly and all air has been
purged from system�
7� Run conveyor at 20RPM and spinner at 300RPM� Run until conveyor is operating smoothly�
8� Run conveyor at 20RPM and spinner at 700RPM� Allow both conveyor and spinner to run until operating
smoothly�
9� Run conveyor at 0RPM and spinner at 0RPM� Make sure both conveyor and spinner do not move�
10� Calibrate spreader as defined in the manual for the controller that is supplied with your machine.
11� Complete spread pattern test per “Spread Pattern Testing” in this manual�
12� Shut system down�
DO NOT check leaks with hands while system is operating as high pressure oil leaks can be
dangerous! If skin is pierced with hydraulic fluid at high pressure seek immediate medical
attention as fluid injected into the skin could cause gangrene if left untreated. Relieve
pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines or working system� Make sure all hydraulic
fluid connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition before
applying pressure to the system� Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles
when working with hydraulic systems� Failure to comply with this requirement could result
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�
13� Check all connections in hydraulic system to make sure there are no leaks�
14�
Check hydraulic oil reservoir and refill to maintain level at mid-point of gauge.