Fuel And Hydraulic Tanks; Fuel Tank - Genie S-80 Service Manual

Service Manual

Fuel and Hydraulic Tanks

9-1

Fuel Tank

How to Remove the Fuel Tank
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.
Explosion and fire hazard. Never
drain or store fuel in an open
container due to the possibility of
fire.
1 Turn the manual fuel shutoff valve to the
closed position (if equipped).
2 Remove the fuel filler cap from the tank.
3 Using an approved hand-operated pump,
drain the fuel tank into a suitable container.
Refer to Specifications, Machine
Specifications.
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 fuel.
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4 Tag, disconnect, drain and plug the supply
and return fuel hoses. Cap the fittings on the
fuel tank.
5 Remove the fuel tank retaining fasteners.
6 Remove the fuel tank from the machine.
Note: Clean the fuel tank and inspect for damage
before installing it onto the machine.
S-80 • S-85 • S-80X
February 2017
Component damage hazard.
The fuel tank is plastic and may
become damaged if allowed to
fall.
Component damage hazard.
When installing the plastic fuel
tank, do not overtighten the
retaining fasteners.
Part No. 1259369GT