E-mail: techpub@genieind.com Third Edition: Second Printing, August 2006 "Genie" is a registered trademark of Genie Industries in the U.S.A. and many other countries. "S" is a trademark of Genie Industries. These machines comply with ANSI/SIA 92.5-1992. Printed on recycled paper Printed in U.S.A.
Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Safety Rules Danger Failure to obey the instructions and safety rules in this manual will result in death or serious injury. Do Not Operate Unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator's manual.
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing SAFETY RULES Keep away from the machine if it contacts Electrocution Hazards energized power lines. Personnel on the ground or in the platform must not touch or operate the This machine is not electrically insulated and will machine until energized power lines are shut off.
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual SAFETY RULES If the tilt alarm sounds: Do not drive the machine on or near uneven terrain, Do not extend, rotate or raise the boom above unstable surfaces or other hazardous conditions horizontal. Move the machine to a firm, level with the boom raised or extended.
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing SAFETY RULES Do not modify or alter an aerial work platform Do not sit, stand or climb on the platform guard without prior written permission from the rails. Maintain a firm footing on the platform floor at manufacturer.
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual SAFETY RULES Observe and use the circle and square markings Component Damage Hazards and the color-coded direction arrows on the platform controls and drive chassis for drive and steer Do not use any battery or charger greater than 12V functions.
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Bodily Injury Hazard Decal Legend Do not operate the machine with a hydraulic oil or Genie product decals use symbols, color coding air leak. An air leak or hydraulic leak can penetrate and signal words to identify the following: and/or burn skin.
Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing Controls Platform Control Panel 9 Auxiliary power button with 12 Engine idle (rpm) select indicator light button with indicator lights: 1 Platform rotate switch · Rabbit & Foot Switch: foot 10 Diesel models: Glow plug 2 Platform level switch switch activated high idle button with indicator light...
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual CONTROLS 17 Red Emergency Stop button 22 Drive select button with 25 Retract axle button with indicator lights: indicator light 18 Dual axis proportional control Machine on incline symbol: handle for drive and steer 26 Used for optional equipment Low range operation for functions...
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing CONTROLS Ground Control Panel 1 Boom down button 11 Engine start button 2 Boom extend/retract buttons 12 Auxiliary power button 3 Boom up button 13 High speed function enable button 4 Engine speed select button 14 Low speed function enable button 5 LCD screen control buttons 15 Alarm...
Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual 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. The inspection is designed to discover if anything Do Not Operate Unless: is apparently wrong with a machine before the...
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Pre-operation Inspection Check the entire machine for: Be sure that the operator’s, safety and Cracks in welds or structural components responsibilities manuals are complete, legible and in the storage container located in the Dents or damage to machine platform.
Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Maintenance Check the Engine Oil Level Maintaining the proper engine oil level is essential to good engine performance and service life. Operating the machine with an improper oil level Observe and Obey: can damage engine components. Only routine maintenance items specified in this Check the oil level with the manual shall be performed by the operator.
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing MAINTENANCE Check the Hydraulic Oil Level Check the Batteries Proper battery condition is essential to good engine Maintaining the hydraulic oil at the proper level is performance and operational safety. Improper fluid essential to machine operation. Improper hydraulic levels or damaged cables and connections can oil levels can damage hydraulic components.
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual MAINTENANCE Check the Engine Coolant Level Scheduled Maintenance - Liquid Cooled Models Maintenance performed quarterly, annually and every two years must be completed by a person trained and qualified to perform maintenance on this machine according to the procedures found in the service manual for this machine.
Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing Function Tests 1 Select a test area that is firm, level and free of obstruction. At the Ground Controls 2 Turn the key switch to ground control. 3 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to Do Not Operate Unless: the on position.
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual FUNCTION TESTS 9 Push and hold a function enable/speed select Test the Machine Functions button and press the boom extend button. 13 Do not press and hold a function enable/speed Result: The boom should not extend. select button.
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing FUNCTION TESTS Test the Tilt Sensor 24 Push one of the LCD screen buttons shown 18 Push one of the LCD until BOOM LENGTH is screen buttons until displayed. TURNTABLE LEVEL 25 Extend the boom and observe the LCD screen. SENSOR X-DIRECTION appears.
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual FUNCTION TESTS Test the Horn Test the Steering 33 Push the horn button. 42 Push the steer mode select Result: The horn should sound. button for square- end (blue arrow) Test the Tilt Sensor Alarm steer.
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing FUNCTION TESTS 51 Push the steer Test the Drive Enable System mode select 57 Press down the foot switch and lower the boom button for to the stowed position. coordinated steer. 58 Rotate the turntable until the boom moves past 52 Press down the foot switch.
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual FUNCTION TESTS Test Limited Drive Speed Test Auxiliary Controls 61 Press down the foot switch. 69 Shut off the engine. 62 Raise the boom to 10° above horizontal. 70 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the on position.
Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing Workplace Inspection Workplace Inspection Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous situations: • drop-offs or holes • bumps, floor obstructions or debris Do Not Operate Unless: • sloped surfaces You learn and practice the principles of safe •...
Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions 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. Do Not Operate Unless: Using the machine for anything other than lifting personnel, along with their tools and materials, to...
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Starting the Engine Emergency Stop 1 At the ground controls, turn the key switch to Push in either the ground or platform red the desired position. Emergency Stop button to the off position to stop all functions and turn the engine off.
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To Position Platform To Steer 1 Push and hold a function enable/ 1 Press down the foot switch. speed select button. 2 Select the steer mode by pressing a steer mode 2 Push the appropriate function button button.
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Driving on a slope Lay the piece of wood on the slope. Determine the uphill, downhill and side slope ratings At the downhill end, lay the level on the top edge of for the machine and determine the slope grade.
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Drive Enable Check Engine Light Light on indicates that the boom Light on and engine stopped: has moved past either circle- Tag the machine and remove end wheel and drive function is from service.
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Regulated Generator Platform Overload Indicator (if equipped) Light (if equipped) To operate the generator, press the generator Light flashing indicates the button. The indicator light will come on and the platform is overloaded and no engine will continue to run.
Transportation regulations, other localized regulations, and their company policy. Chock the wheels to prevent the machine from rolling. Genie customers needing to containerize any lift Disengage or Genie product should source a qualified Release the wheel freight forwarder with expertise in preparing,...
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing TRANSPORT AND LIFTING INSTRUCTIONS Securing the Platform - S-100 and S-120 Securing to Truck or Trailer for Transit Lower the boom to the stowed position. Always use the turntable rotation lock pin each time Raise the platform as far as it will go (see below).
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual TRANSPORT AND LIFTING INSTRUCTIONS Lifting Instructions Fully lower and retract the boom. Remove all loose items on the machine. Use the turntable rotation lock to secure the turntable. Observe and Obey: Determine the center of gravity of your machine using the table and the picture on this page.
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual DECALS Shading indicates decal is hidden from view, i.e. under covers Part No. 1000255 S-100 • S-105 • S-120 • S-125...
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Third Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual DECALS Shading indicates decal is hidden from view, i.e. under covers Part No. 1000255 S-100 • S-105 • S-120 • S-125...
Hydraulic pressure, maximum 4250 psi 293 bar (drive functions) System voltage Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. S-100 • S-105 • S-120 • S-125 Part No. 1000255...
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Hydraulic pressure, maximum 4250 psi 293 bar (drive functions) System voltage Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Part No. 1000255 S-100 • S-105 • S-120 • S-125...
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Hydraulic pressure, maximum 4250 psi 293 bar (drive functions) System voltage Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. S-100 • S-105 • S-120 • S-125 Part No. 1000255...
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Hydraulic pressure, maximum 4250 psi 293 bar (drive functions) System voltage Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Part No. 1000255 S-100 • S-105 • S-120 • S-125...
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing SPECIFICATIONS S-100 Range of Motion Chart S-105 Range of Motion Chart 110 ft / 33.5 m 110 ft / 33.5 m 100 ft / 30.5 m 100 ft / 30.5 m 90 ft / 27.4 m 90 ft / 27.4 m 80 ft / 24.4 m 80 ft / 24.4 m...
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Genie North America Phone 425.881.1800 Toll Free USA and Canada 800.536.1800 Fax 425.883.3475 Genie Australia Pty Ltd. Phone +61 7 3375 1660 Fax +61 7 3375 1002 Genie Scandinavia Genie China Phone +86 21 53852570...
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Renting from Duma Rent - Telescopic booms Renting Rental Telescopic booms GENIE S45 These telescopic platforms are designed for use by multiple persons at directly accessible places and at greater distances, e.g. for maintenance of buildings, work on bridges, façade work and construction.
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