2009 Internet: http://www.genielift.com e-mail: techpub@genieind.com Fourth Edition: Third Printing, April 2012 "Genie" and "Z" are registered trademarks of Genie Industries in the U.S.A. and many other countries. These machines comply with ANSI A92.5 CSA B354.4 Complies with EC Directive 2006/42/EC...
You read, understand and obey employer's safety rules and worksite regulations. You read, understand and obey all applicable governmental regulations. You are properly trained to safely operate the machine. Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
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Do not operate the machine during lightning or storms. Do not use the machine as a ground for welding. Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
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150 lbs / 667 N 28 mph / 12.5 m/s when the boom is raised, lower the boom and do not continue to operate the Maximum allowable machine. manual force - CE 90 lbs / 400 N Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
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Be sure all tires are in good condition and lug nuts are properly tightened. Do not use the machine as a crane. Do not push the machine or other objects with the boom. Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
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Lower the platform entry mid-rail or close the entry protective equipment. gate before operating. Observe and use color-coded direction arrows on the platform controls and drive chassis for drive and steer functions. Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
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Immediately tag and remove from service a damaged or malfunctioning machine. Be sure all maintenance has been performed as specified in this manual and the Genie Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Service Manual. Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
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Operator's Manual Fourth Edition • Third Printing SAFETY RULES Decal Legend Genie product decals use symbols, color coding and signal words to identify the following: Safety alert symbol—used to alert personnel to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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Lifting Hazard remain open during the entire charging cycle. Use a forklift to remove or install the battery packs. Do not contact the battery terminals or the cable clamps with tools that may cause sparks. Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be performed by qualified service technicians, according to the manufacturer's specifications and the requirements listed in the responsibilities manual. Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
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Fuel and hydraulic tanks Drive and turntable motors and torque hubs Boom wear pads Tires and wheels Engine and related components Limit switches, alarms and horn Nuts, bolts and other fasteners Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
Indicates that tools will be required to perform this procedure. Indicates that new parts will be required to perform this procedure. Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
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Add fluid as needed. replenish with distilled water to the bottom of the battery fill tube. Do not overfill. Result: The fluid level should be at the mark. FULL 6 Install the vent caps. Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
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1 Check each tire with an air pressure gauge and add air as needed. Tire pressure Industrial tire 100 psi 6.89 bar Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
After repairs are completed, the operator must perform a pre-operation inspection and function tests again before putting the machine into service. Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
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17 Start the engine. See Operating Instructions section. Note: Control the speed of boom functions by adjusting the boom function speed controller. Drive and steer functions are not affected by the boom function speed controller. Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
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The machine should move in the direction that the yellow arrow points on the drive chassis, then come to an abrupt stop. Note: The brakes must be able to hold the machine on any slope it is able to climb. Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
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Use the color-coded Blue direction arrows on the platform controls and the drive chassis to identify the direction of travel. Yellow Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
It is the operator's responsibility to read and remember the workplace hazards, then watch for and avoid them while moving, setting up and operating the machine. Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
3 Always perform function tests prior to use. every new operator should perform a pre-operation inspection, function tests, and a workplace 4 Inspect the workplace. inspection before using the machine. 5 Only use the machine as it was intended. Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
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In extreme cold conditions, 20°F / -6°C and below, ground controls. hold the glow plug switch to either side for 10 seconds and then start the engine. Warm the engine (use low idle) for 5 minutes to prevent hydraulic system damage. Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
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Use the color-coded direction arrows on the platform controls and the drive chassis to identify the direction the machine will travel. Machine travel speed is restricted when the booms are raised or extended. Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
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Always use the color-coded direction arrows on the and used in accordance with the PFPE platform controls and the drive chassis to identify manufacturer’s instructions. the direction the machine will travel. Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
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1 Remove the battery vent caps and check the battery acid level. If necessary, add only Use only Genie authorized batteries and enough distilled water to cover the plates. Do charger. not overfill prior to the charge cycle.
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3 Install the battery vent caps. 4 Charge the battery. 5 Check the battery acid level when the charging cycle is complete. Replenish with distilled water to the bottom of the fill tube. Do not overfill. Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
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(if equipped) If the platform bumpers come in contact with aircraft components, the machine will shut down and no functions will operate. Move the function override toggle switch to either side to operate the machine. Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
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44248 27564 139588 40434 **31784 28177 or *65301 *43595 Engine Side Shading indicates 28161 28235 28162 **31784 139588 28372 decal is hidden from or 28174 or *65301 *43595 62924 72833 view, i.e. under covers Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
The machine must be on a level surface or secured before releasing the brakes. Towing a Genie Z-34/22 Bi-Energy machine is not recommended. If the machine must be towed, do Do not drive the machine on a slope that not exceed 2 mph / 3.2 km/h.
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Use the tie points on the drive chassis for anchoring down to the transport surface. Use chains or straps of ample load capacity. Use a minimum of 4 chains. Adjust the rigging to prevent damage to the chains. Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
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See the serial plate for the machine weight. X Axis 35.9 in 91.3 cm Y Axis 33.3 in 84.7 cm Part No. 133549 Z-34/22 Bi-Energy...
Platform rotation 160° AC outlet in platform standard Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Z-34/22 Bi-Energy Part No. 133549...
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