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Operator's Manual
GR
-12
™
GR
-15
™
GR
-20
™
Serial Number Range
from GRP-60000
from GRR-10001
ANSI/CSA
North America
South America
Asia
with
Maintenance
Information
Original Instructions
Sixth Edition
First Printing
Part No. 1297723GT

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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual Serial Number Range ™ from GRP-60000 ANSI/CSA from GRR-10001 North America ™ South America Asia ™ with Maintenance Information Original Instructions Sixth Edition First Printing Part No. 1297723GT...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Specifications ............55 Copyright © 2000 Terex Corporation Sixth Edition: First Printing, June 2020 Genie is a registered trademark of Terex South Dakota, Inc. in the U.S.A. and many other countries. “GR” is a trademark of Terex South Dakota, Inc.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    This book is an operation and daily maintenance aerial work site. Before operating the machine, it’s manual for the user or operator of a Genie the operator’s responsibility to read and machine. understand this familiarization guide.
  • Page 4 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Introduction Platform controls symbology and related Ground controls symbology and related machine movement: machine movement: Lift function enable button Lift function enable button Drive function enable button Platform up/down button Platform up/down (when lift function selected) Sequential functions and movement: Drive forward/reverse (when drive function...
  • Page 5 Bulletin Distribution and Compliance Contacting the Manufacturer Safety of product users is of paramount At times it may be necessary to contact Genie. importance to Genie. Various bulletins are used by When you do, be ready to supply the model...
  • Page 6 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Introduction Safety Sign Maintenance Replace any missing or damaged safety signs. Keep operator safety in mind at all times. Use mild soap and water to clean safety signs. Do not use solvent-based cleaners because they may damage the safety sign material.

  • Page 7: Symbol And Hazard Pictorials Definitions

    Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions Symbol and H az ard Pictorials Definiti ons Read the operator’s Read the service Crush hazard No smoking Collision hazard manual manual Collision hazard Tip-over hazard Tip-over hazard Electrocution hazard Electrocution hazard Burn hazard...
  • Page 8 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions Maintain required Access by trained Chock the wheels Release brakes Grounded AC clearance and authorized 3-wire only personnel only Replace damaged Wheel load Lanyard anchorage Side force Manual force wires and cords points Lifting point...

  • Page 9: General Safety

    Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual General Safety Gener al Safety ™ -12 • GR ™ -15 • GR ™ Part No. 1297723GT...
  • Page 10 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual General Safety ™ -12 • GR ™ -15 • GR ™ Part No. 1297723GT...
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  • Page 14 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual General Safety ™ -12 • GR ™ -15 • GR ™ Part No. 1297723GT...

  • Page 15: Personal Safety

    Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Personal Safety Pers onal 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...

  • Page 16: Work Area Safety

    Weight in trays is part of the total from contact with or platform load. proximity to electrical current. Maximum capacity - GR-12 and GR-15 Standard platform Obey all local and Platform without extension 500 lbs 227 kg...
  • Page 17 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Work Area Safety Maximum capacity - GR-20 If the tilt alarm sounds: Lower the platform. Move the machine to a firm, Standard platform level surface. If the tilt alarm sounds when the Platform without platform is raised, use extreme caution to lower 350 lbs 159kg...
  • Page 18 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Work Area Safety Do not drive the machine on or near uneven Do not alter or disable the limit switches. terrain, unstable surfaces or other hazardous Do not alter or disable machine components that conditions with the platform raised.
  • Page 19 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Work Area Safety Fall Hazards Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile surface The guard rail system provides fall protection. If or vehicle. occupant(s) of the platform are required to wear personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) due to Be sure all tires are in good job site or employer rules, PFPE and its use shall...
  • Page 20 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Work Area Safety Collision Hazards Do not lower the platform unless the area below is Be aware of limited sight clear of personnel and distance and blind spots obstructions. when driving or operating. Be aware of extended platform position when moving the machine.
  • Page 21 Be sure all maintenance has been performed as compartments. Access by the operator is only specified in this manual and the appropriate Genie advised when performing a pre-operation service manual. inspection. All compartments must remain closed and secured during operation.
  • Page 22 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Work Area Safety Component Damage Hazard Battery Safety Do not use any battery charger greater than 24V Burn Hazards to charge the batteries. Batteries contain acid. Electrocution/Burn Hazards Always wear protective clothing and eye wear when Connect the battery charger to a working with batteries.

  • Page 23: Legend

    Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Legend Leg end 15 Tool Tray Pothole guard Ground controls 16 GFCI outlet Non-steer tire 10 Mast 17 Battery compartment cover Auxiliary lowering valve 11 Brake release pump knob (under covers) 18 Battery cover latch Transport tie-down 12 Platform controls 19 Steer tire...

  • Page 24: Controls

    Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Controls Controls The ground control station is to be used as a means to raise the platform for function tests and for storage purposes. The ground control station can be used in the event of an emergency to rescue an incapacitated person in the platform.
  • Page 25 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Controls Platform Control Panel Red Emergency Stop button Proportional control handle and function enable switch for drive, steer, and lift functions Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the off position to stop all functions. Pull out the Lift function: Press and hold the function red Emergency Stop button to the on position enable switch to enable the lift function on the...
  • Page 26 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Controls Indoor use button Thumb rocker switch for steer function Press this button for indoor use Press the left side of the thumb rocker and the machine will turn in Note: Selecting indoor use permits the direction the blue triangle elevating to maximum indoor points on the platform control...

  • Page 27: Inspections

    Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Ins pections 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 performed by the operator prior to each work shift. Do Not Operate Unless: The inspection is designed to discover if anything is apparently wrong with a machine before the...
  • Page 28 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Pre-operation Inspection  Pothole guards  Lanyard anchorage points  Be sure that the operator’s, safety, and  Platform extension (if equipped) responsibilities manuals are complete, legible and in the storage container located in the ...
  • Page 29 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Function Test 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 malfunctions are discovered, the machine must be Do Not Operate Unless: tagged and removed from service.
  • Page 30 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections At the Ground Controls Test the Up/Down Functions The audible warnings on this machine and the Select a test area that is firm, level and free of standard horn all come from the same central hazards.
  • Page 31 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Test Auxiliary Lowering Test the Function Enable Switch and the Up/Down Functions 18 Activate the up function by pressing the lift enable button and platform up button, and 25 Press the outdoor use button. raise the platform approximately 2 ft.
  • Page 32 Test the Steering arrow. Note: When performing the steer and drive GR-12: Result: The platform should raise to function tests, stand in the platform facing the 9 ft 1 in/2.76 m and stop. The alarm should steer end of the machine.
  • Page 33 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Test Drive and Braking Test Drive Tilt Cutout Note: Perform this test from the ground with the 45 Press the drive function button. platform controller. Do not stand in the platform. 49 Fully lower the platform. 46 Press and hold the function enable switch on 50 Drive the machine onto a slope where the the control handle.
  • Page 34 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections 58 Drive the machine onto a slope where the 65 Fully lower the platform. pitch angle is greater than 1.5° side to side. 66 Drive the machine. Result: The machine should stop once the Result: The machine should drive.
  • Page 35 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Test the Pothole Guards 78 Press the drive function button. Note: The pothole guards should automatically deploy when the platform is raised. The pothole 79 Press and hold the function enable switch on guards activate limit switches that allow the the control handle.
  • Page 36 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Workplace Inspection Checklist Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous situations:  drop-offs or holes  bumps, floor obstructions, or debris  sloped surfaces Do Not Operate Unless:  unstable or slippery surfaces ...
  • Page 37 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Inspection for Decals with Words Part No. Decal Description 1270489 Label – Wheel Load, GR, GRC Determine whether the decals on your machine 1272242 Label – Machine Registration/Owner have words or symbols. Use the appropriate Transfer inspection to verify that all decals are legible and 1280819 Label –...
  • Page 38 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections ™ -12 • GR ™ -15 • GR ™ Part No. 1297723GT...
  • Page 39 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Inspection for Decals with Part No. Decal Description Symbols 1293166 Danger, Warning – Tip-over, Crush Hazard Determine whether the decals on your machine 1294398 Label – ANSI/CSA Compliant have words or symbols. Use the appropriate 1294688 Label –...
  • Page 40 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections ™ -12 • GR ™ -15 • GR ™ Part No. 1297723GT...

  • Page 41: Operating Instructions

    Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Operati ng Instr ucti ons 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.
  • Page 42 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Emergency Stop Operation from Platform Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the off Be sure the battery pack is connected before position at the ground controls or the platform operating the machine.
  • Page 43 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions To Steer Use the color-coded direction arrows on the platform controls and on the platform to identify the Press the drive function button. On the LED direction the machine will travel. screen, a circle below the drive function Machine travel speed is restricted when the symbol will turn on.
  • Page 44 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Driving on a slope Lay the piece of wood on the slope. Determine the slope and side slope ratings for the At the downhill end, lay the level on the top edge machine and determine the slope grade.
  • Page 45 Outdoor Height Limit Overload Recovery For further information, please consult the appropriate Genie Service Manual. A code and a If the ground controls LCD diagnostic readout description of a code can also be viewed at the displays Overload Recovery, the auxiliary lowering ground controls LCD display.
  • Page 46 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Tilt Sensor Activation Settings Battery Level Indicator Chassis Angle (side to side) 1.5° Use the LED diagnostic readout to determine the battery level. 3° Chassis Angle (front to back) If the tilt alarm sounds while Note: When a blinking LO code appears on the raising the platform, lower the platform controls LED display, the machine must...
  • Page 47 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions To Extend and Retract Platform Lift Tools Work Tray Instructions (if equipped) The Lift Tools Work Tray assembly consists of one tray and a mounting bracket with hardware. Step on the platform extension release pedal. Grasp the platform guard rails carefully and push to extend the platform.
  • Page 48 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Observe and Obey: Lift Tools After Each Use Work Tray Installation Select a safe parking location—firm level surface, clear of obstruction and traffic.  Lift Tools Work Tray must be installed on the inside of the platform.
  • Page 49  Use proper AC input voltage for charging as indicated on the charger.  Use only a Genie authorized battery and charger. To Charge Battery Be sure the batteries are connected before charging the batteries. The compartment may remain closed for the entire charging cycle.

  • Page 50: Transport And Lifting Instructions

    Transportation regulations, other localized regulations, and their company policy.  Genie customers needing to containerize any lift or Genie product should source a qualified freight forwarder with expertise in preparing, loading and securing construction and lifting equipment for international shipment.
  • Page 51 Push the red Emergency stop button at both the ground and platform controls to the off position. Towing the GR-12, the GR-15, and the GR-20 is not recommended. If the machine must be towed, do not exceed 2 mph / 3.2 km/h.
  • Page 52 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Transport and Lifting Instructions Securing to Truck or Trailer for Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured items. Transit Use the tie-down points on the chassis for Always use the extension deck lock when the anchoring down to the transport surface.
  • Page 53 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Transport and Lifting Instructions Lifting the Machine with a Forklift Be sure the extension deck, controls and component trays are secure. Remove all loose items on the machine. Fully lower the platform. The platform must remain lowered during all loading and transport Observe and Obey: procedures.
  • Page 54 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Transport and Lifting Instructions Loading the Machine With a Crane Fully lower the platform. Be sure the extension deck, controls and component trays are secure. Remove all loose items on the machine. Use the lifting eye mounted on the rear mast column.

  • Page 55: Maintenance

    FULL governmental regulations. Add oil as needed. Do not overfill.  Use only Genie approved replacement parts. Hydraulic oil specifications Hydraulic oil type Chevron Rando HD equivalent Maintenance Symbols Legend The following symbols have been used in this manual to help communicate the intent of the instructions.
  • Page 56 Sixth Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Maintenance Check the Batteries Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance performed quarterly, annually and every two years must be completed by a person trained and qualified to perform maintenance on Proper battery condition is essential to good this machine according to the procedures found in machine performance and operational safety.

  • Page 57: Specifications

    3500 psi 241 bar should be used only with adequate safety factors. (functions) Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie Tire size 10 x 3 x 1 in policy. Product specifications are subject to change 25.4 x 7.6 x 2.5 cm without notice or obligation.
  • Page 58 Power source 4 Batteries, 6V 225AH Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie AC outlet in platform Standard policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
  • Page 59 3500 psi 241 bar should be used only with adequate safety factors. pressure (functions) Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie Tire size 10 x 3 x 1 in policy. Product specifications are subject to change 25.4 x 7.6 x 2.5 cm without notice or obligation.

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