Genie GS-2668 RT Operator's Manual page 24

Operator's Manual
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Starting the Engine
1 At the ground controls, turn the key switch to
the desired position.
2 Be sure both ground and platform control red
Emergency Stop buttons are pulled out to the
position.
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3 Gasoline/LPG models: Choose the fuel source.
Ground control panel: Move the fuel select
toggle switch to the desired position. Platform
control panel: Push the fuel select button.
4 Push the engine start button.
If engine fails to start after 15 seconds of cranking,
determine cause and repair any malfunction. Wait
60 seconds before trying to start again.
All models: In extreme cold conditions, 20°F (-6°C)
and below, warm engine for 5 minutes before
operating to prevent hydraulic system damage.
Gasoline/LPG models: In extreme cold conditions,
20°F (-6°C) and below, machine should be started
on gasoline, then switched to LPG.
When operating the machine in gasoline mode,
use the choke as necessary.
Operation From Ground
1 Turn the key switch to ground control.
2 Pull out both ground and platform red
Emergency Stop buttons to the
3 Start the engine.
To Position Platform
1 Hold the function enable switch to either side.
2 Move the up/down toggle switch according to
the markings on the control panel.
Drive and steer functions are not available from
the ground controls.
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Operation From Platform
1 Turn the key switch to platform control.
2 Pull out the ground and platform red Emergency
3 Start the engine.
To Position Platform
1 Move and hold a function enable/speed select
2 Activate the platform up/down function toggle
To Steer
1 Press and hold the function enable switch.
2 Turn the steer wheels with the thumb rocker
To Drive
1 Press and hold the function enable switch.
2 Increase speed: Slowly move the control handle
Use the color-coded direction arrows on the
platform controls and on the platform to identify the
position.
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direction the machine will travel.
Machine travel speed is restricted when the
platform is raised.
Drive Select Switch
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Stop button to the position.
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switch.
switch in the desired direction of travel.
switch located on the top of the control handle.
off center.
Decrease speed: Slowly move the control
handle toward center.
Stop: Return the control handle to center or
release the function enable switch.
Machine on incline symbol:
Low range operation for inclines
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