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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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, please call Genie Industries. Contents Page Introduction ..............

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Operator's Manual Introduction Owners, Users and Operators: Genie appreciates your choice of our machine for your application. Our number one priority is user safety, which is best achieved by our joint efforts. We feel that you make a major contribution to...
  • Page 4 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Introduction Hazard Classification Intended Use Genie uses symbols, color coding and signal words This machine is intended to be used only to lift to identify the following: personnel, along with their tools and materials to an aerial work site.

  • Page 5: Symbols And Hazard Pictorials Definitions

    Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions Read the Read the operator’s manual service manual Crush hazard Crush hazard Collision hazard Electrocution Tip-over hazard Tip-over hazard Tip-over hazard Tip-over hazard hazard Electrocution Skin injection hazard Explosion hazard Fire hazard hazard...
  • Page 6 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions Lanyard No smoking Tiedown attachment point Chock the wheels Release brakes Transport Outrigger load Wind speed Side force Wheel load diagram Voltage rating for Pressure rating for Maximum capacity power to platform air line to platform Crushing hazard...

  • Page 7: General Safety

    Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual General Safety Part No. 133534 GS-2668 RT • GS-3268 RT...
  • Page 8 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing General Safety GS-2668 RT • GS-3268 RT Part No. 133534...

  • Page 9: Personal Safety

    Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Personal Safety Personal Fall Protection Personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) is not required when operating this machine. If PFPE is required by job site or employer rules, the following shall apply: All PFPE must comply with applicable governmental regulations, and must be inspected and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.Safety...

  • Page 10: Work Area Safety

    Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Work Area Safety 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.
  • Page 11 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Work Area Safety Do not raise the platform unless the machine is on Do not use the platform controls to free a platform a firm, level surface. that is caught, snagged or otherwise prevented from normal motion by an adjacent structure.
  • Page 12 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Work Area Safety Do not tie the platform to adjacent structures. Do not place or attach fixed or overhanging loads to any part of this machine. Do not place loads outside the platform perimeter. Do not alter or disable machine components that in any way affect safety and stability.
  • Page 13 PFPE equipment and its use shall be in accordance with the PFPE manufacturer’s instructions and applicable Maximum slope rating, stowed position governmental requirements. GS-2668RT 40% (22°) Do not sit, stand or climb on the platform guard GS-3268RT 35% (19°) rails.
  • Page 14 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Work Area Safety Collision Hazards No stunt driving or horseplay while operating a machine. Be aware of limited sight Do not lower the platform unless the area below is distance and blind spots clear of personnel and obstructions.
  • Page 15 Do not raise the platform unless the machine is Be sure all maintenance has been performed as level. Do not set the machine up on a surface specified in this manual and the appropriate Genie where it cannot be leveled using only the service manual.
  • Page 16 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Work Area Safety Battery Safety Burn Hazards Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective clothing and eye wear when working with batteries. Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda and water.

  • Page 17: Legend

    Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Legend 1 Platform entry gate 10 LPG tank 18 Ground controls side cover 2 Platform guard rails 11 Steer tire 19 Ground controls with LCD readout screen 3 Lanyard anchorage point 12 Engine side cover 20 Hydraulic oil level indicator 4 Platform extension lock 13 Fuel tank...

  • Page 18: Controls

    Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Controls 00009.9 STOP Ground Control Panel Hour meter Platform up button Engine start button Lift function enable button Gasoline/LPG models: LPG select button with Emergency lowering function enable button indicator light Emergency lowering down button Engine idle select button with indicator light Platform down button 20 amp circuit breaker for controls circuit...
  • Page 19 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Controls Ground Control Panel 11 Emergency lowering down button Press this button to activate the emergency 1 Hour meter lowering down function. Indicates the number of hours the machine has 12 Platform down button been put into use.
  • Page 20 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Controls Platform Controls 1 Outrigger function enable 7 Horn button 14 Thumb rocker switch for steer button with indicator light function 8 Generator select button with 2 Outrigger auto level button indicator light 15 Wrist rest 3 Engine start button 9 Machine on incline button...
  • Page 21 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Controls Platform control panel 8 Generator select button with indicator light Press this button to turn the generator on. 1 Outrigger function enable button with indicator Indicator light will be on. Press the button again light to turn the generator off.
  • Page 22 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Controls 14 Thumb rocker switch for steer function Press the left side of the thumb rocker and the machine will steer to the left. Press the right side of the thumb rocker and the machine will steer to the right.
  • Page 23 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Inspection 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 Do Not Operate Unless: performed by the operator prior to each work shift. The inspection is designed to discover if anything You learn and practice the principles of safe is apparently wrong with a machine before the...

  • Page 24: Inspections

    Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Inspections Pre-operation Inspection Nuts, bolts and other fasteners Be sure that the operator’s, safety and responsibilities manuals are complete, legible Platform entry gate and in the storage container located in the Beacon and alarms (if equipped) platform.
  • Page 25 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Inspections 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.
  • Page 26 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Inspections 1 Select a test area that is firm, level and free of 8 Push and hold the lift function enable button. obstruction. Push and hold the platform up button. At the Ground Controls Result: The platform should raise.
  • Page 27 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Test Up/Down Functions and Function Enable 21 Depress the thumb rocker switch in the direction identified by the yellow triangle on the control 13 Start the engine. panel. 14 Activate the up/down rocker switch in the Result: The steer wheels should turn in the direction indicated by the blue arrow.
  • Page 28 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Inspections Test Limited Drive Speed Test the Emergency Lowering 26 Push and hold the lift function enable button. 34 Push and hold the lift function enable button and Raise the platform approximately 1.8 m from the raise the platform approximately 60 cm.
  • Page 29 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Workplace Inspection Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous situations: · drop-offs or holes · bumps, floor obstructions or debris Do Not Operate Unless: · sloped surfaces You learn and practice the principles of safe ·...
  • Page 30 Part No. Decal Description 28158 Label - Unleaded 82721 Ground Control Panel 28159 Label - Diesel 82754 Label - Wheel Load, GS-2668RT 28160 Label - Liquid Petroleum Gas 82755 Label - Wheel Load, GS-3268RT 28174 Label - Power to Platform, 230V 82811...
  • Page 31 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Additional decals for models with outriggers Engine Side Ground Controls Shading Side indicates decal is hidden from view, i.e. under covers Part No. 133534 GS-2668 RT • GS-3268 RT...

  • Page 32: Operating Instructions

    Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operating Instructions Fundamentals The Operating Instructions section provides instructions for each aspect of machine operation. It is the operator's responsibility to follow all the safety rules and instructions in the operator's, safety and responsibilities manuals. Using the machine for anything other than lifting Do Not Operate Unless: personnel, along with their tools and materials, to...
  • Page 33 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Emergency Stop In cold conditions, 20°F / -6°C and below, warm the engine for 5 minutes before operating to prevent hydraulic system damage. Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the off position at the ground controls or the platform In extreme cold conditions, 0°F / -18°C and below, controls to stop all machine functions and turn the...
  • Page 34 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operating Instructions Operation From Platform Drive Select Button Machine on incline symbol: Low range operation for inclines 1 Turn the key switch to platform control. 2 Pull out the ground and platform red Emergency Stop button to the on position.
  • Page 35 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Driving on a slope Lay the piece of wood on the slope. At the downhill end, lay the level on the top edge of Determine the slope and side slope ratings for the the piece of wood and lift the end until the piece of machine and determine the slope grade.
  • Page 36 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operating Instructions To Extend and Retract Platform Outrigger Operation (if equipped) 1 Lift the platform extension lock handle to the horizontal position. 1 Position the machine below the desired work area. 2 Push the platform extension lock handle to extend the platform to the desired position.
  • Page 37 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions After Each Use 1 Select a safe parking location—firm level surface, clear of obstructions and traffic. 2 Lower the platform. 3 Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key to secure from unauthorized use.

  • Page 38: Transport And Lifting Instructions

    Be sure the vehicle capacity, loading surfaces and chains or straps are sufficient to withstand the machine weight. Genie lifts are very heavy relative to their size. See the serial plate for the machine weight. See the Decals section for the serial label location.
  • Page 39 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Transport and Lifting Instructions Securing to Truck or Trailer for Use a minimum of two chains or straps. Transit Use chains or straps of ample load capacity. Always chock the machine wheels in preparation Turn the key switch to the off position and remove for transport.
  • Page 40 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Transport and Lifting Instructions Center of gravity X Axis Y Axis GS-2668RT 33.5 in 27.4 in 85.2 cm 69.6 cm GS-3268RT 32.8 in 28.8 in 83.4 cm 73.0 cm Observe and Obey: Only qualified riggers should rig and lift the machine.

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Maintenance Check the Engine Oil Level Maintaining the proper engine oil level is essential to good engine performance and service life. Operating the machine with an improper oil level Observe and Obey: can damage engine components. Only routine maintenance items specified in this Note: Check the oil level with the engine off.
  • Page 42 Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Maintenance Check the Hydraulic Oil Level Check the Batteries Proper battery condition is essential to good engine Maintaining the hydraulic oil at the proper level is performance and operational safety. Improper fluid essential to machine operation. Improper hydraulic levels or damaged cables and connections can oil levels can damage hydraulic components.
  • Page 43 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Maintenance Check the Engine Coolant Level Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance performed quarterly, annually and every two years must be completed by a person trained and qualified to perform maintenance on this Maintaining the engine coolant at the proper level is machine according to the procedures found in the essential to engine service life.

  • Page 44: Specifications

    Operator's Manual Fifth Edition · Second Printing Specifications GS-2668 RT Drive speeds Height, working maximum 9.8 m Stowed, maximum 6.1 km/h Height, platform maximum 7.9 m Platform raised, maximum 0.8 km/h 12.2 m/54.6 sec Height, stowed maximum, Rails up 2.3 m Maximum hydraulic pressure (functions) 241.3 bar...
  • Page 45 Fifth Edition · Second Printing Operator's Manual Specifications GS-3268 RT Drive speeds Height, working maximum 11.8 m Stowed, maximum 6.1 km/h Height, platform maximum 9.8 m Platform raised, maximum 0.8 km/h 12.2 m/54.6 sec Height, stowed maximum, Rails up 2.6 m Maximum hydraulic pressure (functions) 241.3 bar...
  • Page 46 Genie North America Phone 425.881.1800 Toll Free USA and Canada 800.536.1800 Fax 425.883.3475 Genie Australia Pty Ltd. Phone +61 7 3375 1660 Fax +61 7 3375 1002 Genie Scandinavia Genie China Phone +46 31 575100 Fax + 46 31 579020...

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