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Section 4 • Scheduled Maintenance Procedures
TABLE A PROCEDURES
A-7
Test the Auxiliary Power
Operation
Detection of auxiliary power system malfunctions is
essential for safe machine operation. An unsafe
working condition exists if the auxiliary powered
functions do not operate in the event of a main
power loss. Auxiliary power is designed for short
term emergency use only. Excessive use will result
in battery drain and component damage.
1 Turn the key switch to ground control and pull
out the Emergency Stop button to the
position.
2 Lift the red auxiliary power switch cover.
3 Simultaneously hold the auxiliary power toggle
switch
while activating each boom function
ON
through a partial cycle.
To conserve battery power, test
each function through a partial
cycle.
Result: Each function should operate smoothly.
4 Turn the key switch to platform control.
5 At the platform controls, pull out the Emergency
Stop button to the
ON
the foot switch.
6 Lift the red auxiliary power switch cover.
7 Simultaneously hold the auxiliary power switch
while activating each function control handle
ON
and toggle switch through a partial cycle.
Result: Each function should operate smoothly.
Drive and steer functions will
operate with auxiliary power.
4 - 6
ON
position, then press down
Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8
A-8
Test the Tilt Sensor
The tilt sensor sounds an alarm in the platform
when the incline of the drive chassis exceeds
the rating on the serial plate.
Select a level test area. The tilt
alarm should not be sounding prior
to test.
1 Turn the key switch to ground control and pull
out the Emergency Stop button to the
position at both the ground and the platform
controls.
2 Lower the platform to the stowed position.
3 Locate the tilt sensor on the chassis under the
boom.
4 Press down one side of the tilt sensor and place
the tilt sensor test tool under one of the posts.
Result: The alarm, located in the platform,
should sound after 1.5 seconds.
5 Raise the boom approximately 5 feet (1.5 m).
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