Genie and "Z" are registered trademarks of e-mail: techpub@genieind.com Genie Industries in the USA and many other countries. These machines comply with ANSI/SIA 92.5-1992. Printed on recycled paper Printed in U.S.A. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313...
Manufacturer's instructions and safety rules—safety and operator's manuals and machine decals employer's safety rules and worksite regulations applicable governmental regulations You are properly trained to safely operate the machine. Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
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Do not operate the machine during lightning or storms. Do not use the machine as a ground for welding. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313...
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Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile surface or vehicle. Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
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Keep the platform floor clear of debris. surface or secured. Lower the platform entry mid-rail or close the entry gate before operating. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313...
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An air leak or hydraulic oil leak can Observe and use the color-coded direction arrows penetrate and/or burn skin. on the platform controls and drive chassis for drive and steer functions. Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
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Be sure all maintenance has been performed as follow this symbol to avoid possible specified in this manual and the injury or death. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Service Manual. Red—used to indicate the presence of an imminently Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
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Use a forklift to remove or install the battery entire charging cycle. pack(s). Do not contact the battery terminals or the cable clamps with tools that may cause sparks. Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be performed by qualified service technicians, according to the manufacturer's specifications and the requirements listed in the responsibilities manual. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313...
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Platform entry mid-rail/gate o Beacon and alarms (if equipped) o Brake release components Check entire machine for: o Cracks in welds or structural components o Dents or damage to machine Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
Indicates that tools will be required to perform this procedure. Indicates that new parts will be required to perform this procedure. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313...
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3 Remove the battery vent caps. 4 Check the battery acid level. If needed, replenish with distilled water to the bottom of the battery fill tube. Do not overfill. 5 Install the vent caps. Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
After repairs are completed, the operator must perform a pre-operation inspection and function tests again before putting the machine into service. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313...
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17 Fully lower the platform. 28 Push the horn button. 18 Turn the key switch to platform control. Do not Result: The horn should sound. remove the tilt sensor test tool. Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
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Result: The steer wheels should turn in the direction that the blue triangle points on the control panel. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313...
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Result: No boom functions should operate. The Result: All boom, steer and drive functions machine will move in the direction indicated on should operate. the control panel. 61 Repair any malfunctions before operating the machine. Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
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. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313...
Repair any function that operates from the platform when the Emergency Stop button at the platform controls is pushed in. Selecting and operating the ground controls will override the platform Emergency Stop button. Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
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2 Move the appropriate toggle switch according to markings on the control panel. Note: Drive and steer functions and boom function speed control are not available from the ground controls. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313...
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Low Voltage Interrupt Light on indicates that the battery charge is almost gone and the boom up function will not work. The batteries need to be charged. Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
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7 The charger will indicate when the battery is fully charged. 8 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. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313...
Use chains or straps of ample load capacity. Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key before transporting. Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured items. Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
67 dB (A-weighted) Maximum sound level at normal operating workstations (A-weighted) Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313...
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3500 psi (boom functions) 241 bar Weight See Serial Plate (Machine weights vary with option configurations) Airborne noise emissions 67 dB Maximum sound level at normal operating workstations (A-weighted) Part No. 41313 Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8...
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