Primary Boom - Genie ZX-135/70 Service Manual

August 2014
6 Remove the upper rollers from the
replacement section of cable track.
7 Lift up the hoses and cables and carefully
insert the new 4-link section of cable track.
Component damage hazard.
Cables and hoses can be
damaged if they are kinked or
pinched.
8 Connect the ends of the replacement cable
track section to the existing cable track using
the pins and snap rings.
9 Install the rollers onto the new section of cable
track.
10 Install the secondary boom cable track into
the secondary boom.
11 Operate the secondary boom up/extend and
down/retract functions through a full cycle to
ensure smooth operation of the new section of
cable track.
Part No. 218700
4-3

Primary Boom

How to Remove the Primary
Boom
Note: When removing a hose assembly or fitting,
the O-ring (if equipped) on the fitting and/or hose
end must be replaced. All connections must be
torqued to specification during installation. Refer to
Specifications, Hydraulic Hose and Fitting Torque
Specifications.
Note: Perform this procedure with the boom in the
stowed position.
1 Remove the platform. Refer to repair
procedure, How to Remove the Platform.
2 Remove the platform mounting weldment and
the platform rotator. Refer to repair procedure,
How to Remove the Platform Rotator.
3 Remove the jib boom. Refer to repair
procedure, How to Remove the Jib Boom.
Note: When the jib boom is installed, the jib boom
angle sensor will need to be calibrated. Refer to
repair procedure, Jib Boom Bellcrank Angle
Sensor for the calibration procedure.
ZX-135/70
Service Manual
Boom Components
Bodily injury hazard. This
procedure requires specific repair
skills, lifting equipment and a
suitable workshop. Attempting
this procedure without these
skills and tools could result in
death or serious injury and
significant component damage.
Dealer service is strongly
recommended.
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