You read, understand and obey employer’s safety rules and worksite regulations. You read, understand and obey all applicable governmental regulations. You are properly trained to safely operate the machine. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE Indicates a property damage message. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Replace any missing or damaged safety signs. Keep operator safety in mind at all times. Use mild soap and water to clean safety signs. Do not use solvent-based cleaners because they may damage the safety sign material. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
Rated platform Keep off this manual capacity surface. Keep away from Maintain required Keep away from path Only trained Read the operator’s moving parts clearance of moving platform maintenance manual personnel should access compartments S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Wheel load Voltage rating for Pressure rating for air Fire extinguisher Avoid contact power to platform line to platform Tie-down instructions Tie-down instructions Weight of welder reduces capacity Wind speed Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
Operators must comply with employer, job site and governmental rules regarding the use of personal protective equipment. All PFPE must comply with applicable governmental regulations, and must be inspected and used in accordance with the PFPE manufacturer’s instructions. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
See the or sag, and beware of strong or gusty winds. decals with the options and accessories. If using accessories, read, understand and obey the decals, instructions and manuals with the accessory. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Do not rotate the boom while lowering. If the tilt alarm sounds with the platform uphill: Lower the boom. Retract the boom. If the tilt alarm sounds with the platform downhill: Retract the boom. Lower the boom. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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Mounting attachments for holding tools or other materials onto the platform, toeboards or guard rail system can increase the weight in the platform and the surface area of the platform or the load. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Lower the platform entry mid-rail or close the entry gate before operating. Do not enter or exit the platform unless the machine is in the stowed position and the platform is at ground level. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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Operators must comply with employer, job site and governmental rules regarding use of personal protective equipment. Observe and use the color-coded direction arrows on the platform controls and drive chassis for drive and steer functions. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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All compartments must remain closed particles may be present. and secured during operation. Do not spray ether into engines equipped with glow plugs. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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Be sure all maintenance has been performed as Avoid spilling or contacting specified in this manual and the appropriate Genie battery acid. Neutralize service manual. battery acid spills with Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
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Clamp the negative lead to the ground post at the overhanging load. turntable and platform. Electrocution Hazard: Keep pipes away from all energized electrical conductors. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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Retract and lower the boom to the stowed position. Rotate the turntable so that the boom is between the non-steer wheels. Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key to secure from unauthorized use. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
Move the engine idle select switch to the turtle position to select gasoline. Move the fuel position for low idle. select switch to the LPG position to select Move the engine idle select switch to the rabbit LPG. position for high idle. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Pull out the red Emergency Stop 19 Not used button to the on position to operate the 20 Hour meter machine. The hour meter displays the number of hours the machine has operated. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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Operator's Manual Eight Edition • First Printing Controls Platform Control Panel S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Eight Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Controls Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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Emergency power switch Use emergency power if the primary power source (engine) fails. Simultaneously hold the emergency power switch to either side and activate the desired function. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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The drive will rotate to the right. Move function in one or both directions will not the control handle to the left operate. and the turntable will rotate to the left. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be performed by qualified service technicians, according to the manufacturer’s specifications and the requirements listed in the responsibilities manual. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Electrical components, wiring and electrical cables Hydraulic hoses, fittings, cylinders and manifolds Fuel and hydraulic tanks Drive and turntable motors and drive hubs Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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3 Always perform function tests prior to use. Know and understand the function tests before going on to the next section. 4 Inspect the workplace. 5 Only use the machine as it was intended. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Hold the function enable switch to either side and activate each boom and platform function toggle switch. Result: All boom and platform functions should operate through a full cycle. The descent alarm (if equipped) should sound while the boom is lowering. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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(rabbit and foot Test Machine Functions switch symbol). 27 Press down the foot switch. 28 Activate each machine function control handle or toggle switch. Result: All boom and platform functions should operate through a full cycle. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Use the color-coded direction arrows on the platform controls and the drive chassis to identify the direction of travel. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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The machine will move in the direction indicated on the control panel. If the drive speed with the boom raised or extended exceeds 30 cm/s, immediately tag and Repair any malfunctions before operating the remove the machine from service. machine. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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It is the operator’s responsibility to read and remember the workplace hazards, then watch for and avoid them while moving, setting up and operating the machine. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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Label – Air Line to Platform (option) 226499 Label – Tire Specifications 44986 Instructions – Max Manual Force, 90 lbs 226500 Label – Wheel Load, S-40 / 400 N, Australia 226501 Label – Wheel Load, S-45 46468 Function Override (option) 226515 Instructions –...
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Eight Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
That means 4 Inspect the workplace. every new operator should perform a pre-operation inspection, function tests, and a workplace 5 Only use the machine as it was inspection before using the machine. intended. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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3 to 5 seconds. Move the engine start toggle switch to either side. If the engine fails to start or dies, the restart delay will disable the start switch for 3 seconds. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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Press down the foot switch when using the controls from the platform. Simultaneously hold the emergency power switch to either side and activate the desired function. The drive and steer functions will not operate with emergency power. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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OR press the thumb rocker switch located on top of the drive control handle. Use the color-coded direction arrows on the platform controls and the drive chassis to identify the direction the wheels will turn. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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0.3 m ÷ 3.6 m = 0.083 x 100 = 8.3% grade If the slope exceeds the maximum uphill, downhill or side slope rating, then the machine must be winched or transported up or down the slope. See Transport and Lifting section. S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Machine on incline symbol: Low range outlet. operation for inclines or rough terrain To stop the generator, move the generator toggle Machine on level surface symbol: High range switch to the off position. operation for maximum drive speed Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
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Secure each U-bolt with 2 washers and 2 nuts. strap U-bolts pipe cradle mount upper platform railing pipe cradle weldment middle platform railing flat washers nylock nuts S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Pipe Cradle Assembly Weight 9.5 kg position. Rotate the turntable so that the boom is between the non-steer wheels. Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key to secure from unauthorized use. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
Reverse the procedures described to re-engage the brakes. Note: Towing the Genie S-40 or the S-45 without a tow package is not recommended. If the machine must be towed without a tow package, do not exceed 3.2 km/h.
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Eight Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Transport and Lifting Instructions Securing to Truck or Trailer for Securing the Platform – S-40 Transit Place a block under the platform rotator. Do not allow the block to contact the platform cylinder.
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Center of gravity X Axis Y Axis 1.34 m 98 cm S-40 S-45 1.18 m 95 cm Turntable Lifting Point (1) Chassis Lifting Y Axis Points (2) X Axis S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
Dispose of material in accordance with Oil type 5W-20 governmental regulations. Deutz D2011 L03i Engine Use only Genie approved replacement parts. Oil type 15W-40 Oil type - cold conditions 5W-30 Maintenance Symbols Legend The following symbols have been used in this manual to help communicate the intent of the instructions.
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Add oil as needed. Do not overfill. Result: The fluid level should be at the FULL mark. Hydraulic oil specifications Note: Do not remove the radiator cap. Hydraulic oil type Chevron Rando HD equivalent S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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Be sure that the battery hold-down brackets are in place and secure. Note: Adding terminal protectors and a corrosion preventative sealant will help eliminate the corrosion on the battery terminals and cables. Part No. 1259838 S-40 • S-45...
System voltage be used only with adequate safety factors. Weight 6260 kg Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie (Machine weights vary with option configurations. See policy. Product specifications are subject to change serial label for specific machine weight.) without notice or obligation.
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System voltage be used only with adequate safety factors. Weight 7974 kg Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie (Machine weights vary with option configurations. See policy. Product specifications are subject to change serial label for specific machine weight.) without notice or obligation.
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Operator's Manual Eight Edition • First Printing Specifications S-40 Range of Motion S-45 Range of Motion S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838 Operator's Manual Eight Edition • First Printing S-40 • S-45 Part No. 1259838...
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California Proposition 65 Warning The exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. www.genielift.com...