Genie S-80 Operator's Manual page 8

Operator's Manual
SAFETY RULES
Component Damage Hazards
Do not use any battery or charger greater than 12V
to jump-start the engine.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding
unless the machine is equipped with the weld line
to platform option and is properly connected.
Explosion and Fire Hazards
Do not start the engine if you smell or detect liquid
petroleum gas (LPG), gasoline, 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.
Do not spray ether into engines equipped with glow
plugs.
Damaged Machine Hazards
Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection of the
machine and test all functions before each work
shift. 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 S-80 &
Genie S-85 Service Manual.
Be sure all decals are legible and in place.
Be sure that the operator's, safety and
responsibilities manuals are complete, legible and
in the storage container located on the platform.
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Bodily Injury Hazard
Do not operate the machine with a hydraulic oil or
air leak. An air leak or hydraulic leak can penetrate
and/or burn skin.
Always operate the machine in a well-ventilated
area to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
Improper contact with components under any cover
will cause serious injury. Only trained maintenance
personnel should access compartments. Access
by the operator is only advised when performing a
pre-operation inspection. All compartments must
remain closed and secured during operation.
Weld Line to Platform Safety
(if equipped)
Read, understand and obey all warnings and
instructions provided with the welding power unit.
Do not connect weld leads or cables unless the
welding power unit is turned off at the platform
controls.
Do not operate unless the weld cables are properly
connected.
Connect the leads to the twist-lock connectors at
the turntable and platform.
S-80 • S-85
Fifth Edition • Third Printing
Part No. 1000231