Maintenance - Genie Z-45 Operator's Manual

Fourth Edition • First Printing
Observe and Obey:
Only routine maintenance items specified in this
manual shall be performed by the operator.
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be
completed by qualified service technicians,
according to the manufacturer's specifications
and the requirements specified in the
responsibilities manual.
Use only Genie approved replacement parts.
Maintenance Symbols Legend
The following symbols have been used in this
manual to help communicate the intent of the
instructions. When one or more of the symbols
appear at the beginning of a maintenance
procedure, it conveys the meaning below.
Indicates that tools will be required to
perform this procedure.
Indicates that new parts will be required to
perform this procedure.
Indicates that a cold motor or pump will be
required to perform this procedure.
Part No. 114358 Z-45/25 DC • Z-45/25J DC • Z-45/25 Bi-Energy • Z-45/25J Bi-Energy
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
hazardous conditions.
Electrocution hazard. Contact with hot or live
circuits may result in death or serious injury.
Remove all rings, watches and other jewelry.
Bodily injury hazard. Batteries contain acid.
Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize
battery acid spills with baking soda and water.
1 Put on protective clothing and eye wear.
2 Be sure that the battery cable connections are
tight and free of corrosion.
3 Be sure that the battery hold-down brackets are
in place and secure.
4 Remove the battery vent caps.
5 Check the battery acid level. If needed,
replenish with distilled water to the bottom of the
battery fill tube. Do not overfill.
6 Install the vent caps.
Note: Adding terminal protectors and a corrosion
preventative sealant will help eliminate corrosion on
the battery terminals and cables.
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