Outrigger Components; Outrigger Cylinder - Genie GS-2669 RT Service Manual

November 2014
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Outrigger Cylinder

How to Remove an Outrigger
Cylinder (if equipped)
Note: When removing a hose assembly or fitting,
the O-ring on the fitting and/or hose must be
replaced and then torqued to specification during
installation. Refer to Section 2, Hydraulic Hose and
Fitting Torque Specifications
1 Remove the mounting fasteners from the inside
outrigger cylinder cover. Remove the cover.
2 Remove the outrigger hose cover.
3 Disconnect the outrigger limit switch and
cylinder valve connectors.
4 Remove the mounting fasteners from the
outside outrigger cover. Remove the cover.
5 Tag, disconnect and plug the hydraulic hoses
from the outrigger cylinder. Cap the fittings on
the cylinder.
Bodily injury hazard. Spraying
hydraulic oil can penetrate and
burn skin. Loosen hydraulic
connections very slowly to
allow the oil pressure to
dissipate gradually. Do not
allow oil to squirt or spray.
Part No. 229753

Outrigger Components

GS-2669 RT • GS-3369 RT • GS-4069 RT
Section 4 • Repair Procedures
6 Attach a lifting strap from an overhead crane to
the barrel end of the outrigger cylinder for
support. Do not apply any lifting pressure.
7 Remove the outrigger mounting fasteners. Slide
the outrigger cylinder down and away from the
machine.
Crushing hazard. The outrigger
cylinder may become unbalanced
and fall if not properly supported
when removed from the machine.
Note: If the outrigger cylinder is being replaced,
remove the foot pad assembly and install it on the
replacement cylinder.
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