Genie TML-4000N Operator's Manual page 6

Operator's Manual
SAFETY RULES
Explosion and Fire Hazards
Do not start the engine if you smell or detect diesel
fuel or other explosive substances.
Do not refuel the machine with the engine running.
Refuel the machine and charge the battery only in
an open, well-ventilated area away from sparks,
flames and lighted tobacco.
Do not operate the machine in hazardous locations
or locations where potentially flammable or
explosive gases or particles may be present.
Keep sparks, flames and lighted tobacco away
from the battery. Batteries emit an explosive gas.
Do not spray ether into the engine.
Component Damage Hazards
Do not turn the lights on unless the engine is
running. Always turn the lights off before shutting
down the engine.
Do not use any battery charger greater than 12V to
charge the battery.
Do not expose the battery or the charger to water
or rain.
Do not replace lamp bulbs with any bulbs other than
those specified on the machine and in this manual.
Improper Use Hazard
When leaving the machine unattended, secure from
unauthorized use. Unauthorized personnel may
attempt to operate the machine without proper
instruction, creating an unsafe condition.
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Towing Hazards
Read, understand and obey all of your tow vehicle
manufacturer's recommendations, warnings and
instructions before towing this machine.
Do not tow the machine unless the mast is lowered
to the horizontal position and is properly stowed in
the transport cradle.
Do not tow the machine unless the mast hold-down
latch is securely locked in place.
Do not overload your tow vehicle. Check the
manufacturer's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR). To obtain the gross vehicle weight, add
the tongue weight of the trailer to the vehicle
weight (including vehicle, passengers and cargo).
Do not load cargo on the machine. The TML is not
designed to carry any extra cargo.
Be sure the hitch is securely attached to the tow
vehicle.
Be sure the safety chains (if required) are securely
attached to the tow vehicle.
Be sure that all driving lights are operational.
Be sure all hitch components, lights and mirrors
and methods of attaching the trailer to the tow
vehicle conform to local, state and federal
regulations.
Do not tow the machine on public roads unless it
meets all governmental regulations for towing.
Do not exceed 60 mph / 97 km/h. Obey all local
and national towing speed laws.
Be sure to chock the wheels of the trailer when
parking on a hill.
Genie TML-4000 and TML-4000N
Third Edition • Second Printing
Part No. 97600