Genie GS-2669 RT Service Manual page 83

November 2014
19 Carefully lift the linkage assembly off of the
machine and place it on a structure capable of
supporting it.
20 Tag and disconnect the harness from the lift
cylinder valve block.
21 Tag and disconnect the hydraulic hoses from
the lift cylinder. Plug the hoses and cap the
fittings.
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.
22 Remove the hose clamps and hoses from the
number 1 inner arm.
23 Using an overhead lifting device attach a 4 hook
sling chain to the ends of the number 1 inner
arm (index #11). Make the chains tight but do
not apply lifting pressure.
Crushing hazard. The linkage
assembly could become
unbalanced and fall if not properly
supported when removed from the
machine.
Part No. 229753 GS-2669 RT • GS-3369 RT • GS-4069 RT
Section 4 • Repair Procedures
24 Remove the two carriage bolts that secure the
inner arm and chassis pivot to the steer end of
the drive chassis.
25 Move the linkage towards the non-steer end of
the machine until the slider feet are clear of the
slider channel.
26 Carefully lift the linkage assembly off of the
machine and place it on a structure capable of
supporting it.
Separate the link sets:
1 Using an overhead lifting device attach a 4 hook
sling chain to the ends of the inner arm (index
#11, #14, #17 or #20). Make the chains tight but
do not apply lifting pressure.
Crushing hazard. The linkage
assembly could become
unbalanced and fall if not properly
supported when removed from the
machine.
2 Remove the retaining fasteners from the center
pivot pins (index #2, #4, #7 or #10).
Note: Do not remove the external snap ring.
3 Using a soft metal drift, remove the center pivot
pins and set aside.
4 Carefully lift and separate the linkage assembly
apart and place it on a structure capable of
supporting it.
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