Driving On A Slope; To Determine The Slope Grade - Genie GS-4655 Operator's Manual

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Driving on a slope

Determine the slope and side slope ratings for the
machine and determine the slope grade.
Maximum slope rating, stowed position:
GS-4655
Maximum side slope rating, stowed position:
GS-4655
Note: Slope rating is subject to ground conditions
with one person in the platform and adequate
traction. Additional platform weight may reduce
slope rating.
Part No. 1294977GT

To determine the slope grade:

Measure the slope with a digital inclinometer OR
use the following procedure.
You will need:

carpenter's level
25% 14°

straight piece of wood, at least 1 m long

tape measure
25% 14°
Lay the piece of wood on the slope.
At the downhill end, lay the level on the top edge of
the piece of wood and lift the end until the piece of
wood is level.
While holding the piece of wood level, measure the
vertical distance from the bottom of the piece of
wood to the ground.
Divide the tape measure distance (rise) by the
length of the piece of wood (run) and multiply by
100.
Example:
Piece of wood = 3.6 m
Run = 3.6 m
Rise = 0.3 m
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.
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