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Towing Checklist
(Use at each stop)
· Boom hold-down latch is securely locked in place
Before Towing
· Towing hitch is properly secured to tow vehicle
· Safety chains (if required) are properly attached
and secure (chains are crossed below hitch)
· All lights are connected and working
· Tires are properly inflated
· Fasten safety restraints
Before Driving
Genie North America
· Properly adjust mirrors
Phone 425.881.1800
Toll Free USA and Canada
· Do not exceed 60 mph / 97 km/h. Obey all local
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Operator's Manual Second Edition • First Printing Important Read, understand and obey these safety rules and operating instructions before operating this machine. Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to operate this machine. This manual should be considered a permanent part of your machine and should remain with the machine at all times. If you have any questions, call Genie Industries. Contents Page Safety .....................................................................
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Operator's Manual Second Edition • First Printing Safety Rules Danger Failure to obey the instructions and safety rules in this manual will result in death or serious injury. Do Not Operate Unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator's manual. 1 Avoid hazardous situations. Know and understand the safety rules before going on to the next section. 2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection. 3 Always perform function tests prior to use. 4 Insp
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing SAFETY RULES Electrocution Hazards Tip-over Hazards This machine is not electrically insulated and will Occupants, equipment and materials shall not not provide protection from contact with or exceed the maximum platform capacity. proximity to electrical current. Maximum capacity ANSI and CSA models 500 lbs 227 kg CE and Australia models 440 lbs 200 kg Maximum occupants 2 Do not raise the boom unless the machine is level. Maintain safe distances
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing SAFETY RULES Do not depend on the tilt alarm as a level Do not place ladders or scaffolds in the platform or indicator. The tilt alarm sounds only when the against any part of this machine. machine is on a severe slope. Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile When the tilt alarm sounds, immediately lower the surface or vehicle. boom and adjust the outriggers to level the Be sure all tires are properly inflated and in good machine. condition
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing SAFETY RULES Be aware of the boom position when rotating the Fall Hazards turntable. Occupants must wear a Operators must comply with employer, job site and safety belt or harness and governmental rules regarding use of personal comply with applicable protective equipment. governmental regulations. Attach the lanyard to the Do not operate a boom in the path of any crane anchor provided in the unless the controls of the crane have been locked plat
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing SAFETY RULES Damaged Machine Hazards Towing Hazards Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine. Read, understand and obey all of your tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations, warnings and Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection of instructions before towing this machine. the machine and test all functions before each work shift. Immediately tag and remove from Make sure your tow vehicle is properly maintained service a damaged or malfu
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing SAFETY RULES Optional Drive System Safety Decal Legend Genie product decals use symbols, color coding Tip-over Hazards and signal words to identify the following: Use extreme care and slow speeds while driving the machine in the stowed position across uneven Safety alert symbol—used to alert terrain, debris, unstable or slippery surfaces and personnel to potential personal near holes and drop-offs. injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that fo
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing SAFETY RULES Battery Safety Component Damage Hazards Do not use any battery charger greater than 24V Burn Hazards to charge the batteries. Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective Do not expose the batteries or the charger to clothing and eye wear when working with water or rain. Electrocution Hazards Connect the battery charger to a grounded, AC 3-wire electrical outlet only. Inspect daily for damaged cord, cables and wires. Replace damage
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing Controls 6 7 8 9 5 10 4 STOP 11 12 13 3 2 14 1 15 1 1 1 18 17 16 Ground Control Panel 1 Outrigger raise/lower 5 Function enable button for: 10 Engine start button button Platform up (if equipped) and indicator light Primary boom up 11 Platform overload indicator (individual outrigger) Primary boom extend light (if equipped) Secondary boom up 2 Outrigger auto level button 12 Engine choke button Jib boom up 3 Platform level button (if equipped) Tur
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing CONTROLS 4 5 6 7 8 9 STOP 3 10 2 1 11 F 1 2 E 15 14 13 12 Platform Control Panel 1 Function enable button for: 3 Red Emergency Stop button 10 Engine start button Platform down (if equipped) 4 Platform rotate button Primary boom down (if equipped) 11 Engine choke button Primary boom retract (if equipped) Secondary boom down 5 Platform level button Jib boom down 12 Battery charge indicator 6 Primary boom extend/retract Turntable rotate right 13 Sec
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing CONTROLS 4 5 STOP 3 2 1 Drive Control Panel (Option) 1 Outrigger auto level button 4 Red Emergency Stop button (ANSI models) 5 Proportional control handle for 2 Function enable button for drive and steer functions outrigger lower (ANSI models) 3 Function enable button for outrigger raise (ANSI models) 10 Genie TZ-50 Part No. 114164
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing Pre-operation Inspection Fundamentals It is the responsibility of the operator to perform a pre-operation inspection and routine maintenance. The pre-operation inspection is a visual inspection performed by the operator prior to each work shift. The inspection is designed to discover if anything Do Not Operate Unless: is apparently wrong with a machine before the operator performs the function tests. You learn and practice the principles of safe
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Pre-operation Inspection Surge brake components Be sure that the operator's, safety and responsibilities manuals are complete, legible Safety chains (if required) and in the storage container located on the Light and brake cables platform. Be sure that all decals are legible and in place. Engine and related components See Decals section. (if equipped) Mechanical brake components Check for hydraulic oil leaks and p
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing Maintenance Check the Batteries Proper battery condition is essential to good machine performance and operational safety. Improper fluid levels or damaged cables and connections can result in component damage and Observe and Obey: hazardous conditions. Only routine maintenance items specified in This procedure does not need to this manual shall be performed by the operator. be performed on machines with sealed or maintenance-free Scheduled mainte
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing MAINTENANCE Check the Tires and Wheels Tires and wheels - ANSI, CSA and Australia Tire size 225/75 R15 Load Range D Bodily injury hazard. An over- Lug nut torque (dry) 80 ft-lbs 108 Nm inflated tire can explode and may cause death or serious injury. Tire pressure (cold) 65 psi 4.5 bar Collision hazard. An excessively Tires and wheels - CE worn tire can cause poor handling Tire size 215/70 R14 and continued use could result in Load Range C tire f
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing MAINTENANCE Check the Engine Oil Level Scheduled Maintenance (if equipped) Maintenance performed quarterly, annually, semi- annually and every two years must be completed by a person trained and qualified to perform maintenance on this machine according to the Maintaining the proper engine oil level is essential procedures found in the service manual for this to good engine performance and service life. machine. Operating the machine with an impr
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing Function Tests Fundamentals The function tests are designed to discover any malfunctions before the machine is put into service. The operator must follow the step-by-step instructions to test all machine functions. A malfunctioning machine must never be used. If Do Not Operate Unless: malfunctions are discovered, the machine must be tagged and removed from service. Repairs to the You learn and practice the principles of safe machine may only be m
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing FUNCTION TESTS 16 Check the lights on the individual outrigger Test the Parking Brake buttons. 9 Release the parking brake. Result: All four lights should be on. 10 Push the machine from the tongue until the 17 Be sure the wheels on the tongue jack are not road tires begin to move. touching the ground. 11 Set the parking brake. Note: If the wheels on the tongue jack are 12 Push the machine again. touching the ground, turn the jack handle until th
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Operator's Manual Second Edition � First Printing FUNCTION TESTS Test Outrigger Interlock At the Platform Controls 23 Place the boom in the stowed position. 36 Pull out the platform red Emergency Stop button to the on position. 24 Push and hold the blue function enable button. Push and hold one outrigger button and raise Test Emergency Stop the outrigger off the ground. 37 Push in the platform red Emergency Stop 25 Push and hold the blue function enable button button to the off position. and act
