Genie Z80/60 Service Manual page 148

Section 4 • Repair Procedures
BOOM COMPONENTS
8 Using an approved hand-operated pump, drain
the fuel tank into a suitable container. Refer to
Section 2, Specifications.
Explosion and fire hazard. Engine
fuels are combustible. Perform this
procedure in an open, well-
ventilated area away from heaters,
sparks, flames and lighted
tobacco. Always have an
approved fire extinguisher within
easy reach.
Explosion and fire hazard. When
transferring fuel, connect a
grounding wire between the
machine and pump or container.
Note: Be sure to only use a hand-operated pump
suitable for use with gasoline and diesel fuels.
9 Tag and disconnect the wire harness from the
fuel level sending unit.
10 Tag, disconnect and plug the fuel hoses from
the fuel tank.
11 Clean up any fuel that may have spilled.
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12 Remove the fuel tank mounting fasteners.
Carefully remove the fuel tank from the
machine.
Component damage hazard. The
fuel tank is plastic and may
become damaged if allowed to fall.
Note: Clean the fuel tank and inspect for cracks
and other damage before installing it onto the
machine.
13 Tag, disconnect and plug the hydraulic hoses
from the secondary boom lift cylinder. Cap the
fitings on the cylinder.
Bodily injury hazard. Spraying
hydraulic oil can penetrate and
burn skin. Loosen hydraulic
connections very slowly to allow
the oil pressure to dissipate
gradually. Do not allow oil to squirt
or spray.
14 Place blocks under each end of the secondary
boom lift cylinder for support.
15 Remove the pin retaining fasteners from the
secondary boom lift cylinder rod-end pivot pin.
16 Use a soft metal drift to remove the pin.
17 Remove the pin retaining fastener from the
secondary boom lift cylinder barrel-end pivot
pin.
Z-80/60
June 2011
REV D
Part No. 88619