Technical Publications Genie Industries has endeavored to deliver the highest degree of accuracy possible. However, continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Therefore, product specifications are subject to change without notice. Readers are encouraged to notify Genie of errors and send in suggestions for improvement.
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Safety Rules Danger Failure to obey the instructions and safety rules in this manual and the Genie Z-30/20N Operator’s Manual will result in death or serious injury. Many of the hazards identified in the operator’s manual are also safety hazards when maintenance and repair procedures are performed.
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Please be environmentally safe. which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. Be sure that your workshop or work area Indicates special operation or is properly ventilated and well lit. maintenance information. Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
SAE 90 multipurpose hypoid gear oil API service classification GL5 Platform level down 13 to 18 seconds Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 2 - 1...
25 psi / 1.7 bar bypass Chevron Rykon MV oil is fully compatible and Function manifold mixable with Shell Donax TG (Dexron III) oils. Genie specifications require hydraulic oils which are System relief valve pressure 2800 psi designed to give maximum protection to hydraulic...
Your machine is equipped with Parker Seal-Lok ® The O-ring cannot be re-used if the fitting or fittings and hose ends. Genie specifications require hose end has been tightened beyond finger that fittings and hose ends be torqued to tight.
· Wheels chocked Indicates that an incorrect result has occurred after performing a series of steps. · All external AC power supply disconnected from the machine Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 1...
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The maintenance inspection report contains checklists for each type of scheduled inspection. Make copies of the Maintenance Inspection Report to use for each inspection. Store completed forms for three years. 3 - 2 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
After repair, place a check in the “R” box. Legend Y = yes, acceptable N = no, remove from service R = repaired Comments Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 5...
Genie Z-30/20N Operator's Manual. Refer to the Operator's Manual on your Complete information to perform this procedure is available in the Genie Z-30/20N Operator's Manual machine. on your machine. 3 - 6 Genie Z-30/20N...
Bearing and Worm Drive Gear The 30 day maintenance procedure is a one-time sequence of procedures to be performed after the Genie specifications require that first 30 days or 50 hours of usage. After this this procedure be performed every interval, refer to the maintenance checklists for 100 hours.
3 Open the latch on the battery packs. Swing open the battery packs. 11 Install the battery box cover and tighten the retaining fasteners. 12 Close and latch the battery packs. 13 Connect the battery packs to the machine. 3 - 8 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
Emergency Stop button to the on position at both the ground and platform controls. 4 Raise the secondary boom until the lower mid-pivot is 10 feet / 3 m off the ground. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 9...
Refer to Section 2, Specifications. 5 Check the machine functions from the platform controls. Result: The machine functions should not operate. 6 Turn the key switch to the off position. Result: No function should operate. 3 - 10 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
Refer to Section 2, Specifications . 4 Install the plugs into the drive hub. 5 Repeat this procedure for each drive hub. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 11...
3 Adjust the platform to a level position using the platform leveling toggle switch. 4 Raise and lower the primary boom through a full cycle. Result: The platform should remain level at all times to within ±5 degrees. 3 - 12 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
Refer to Section 2, Specifications. your machine reference point. Refer to Section 2, Specifications. The brakes must be able to hold the machine on any slope it is able to climb. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 13...
6 Continue at full speed and note the time when your machine reference point passes over the Result: The descent alarm should sound when finish line. Refer to Section 2, Specifications. each control toggle switch is held down. 3 - 14 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
Result: The travel alarm should sound when the Result: Movement should stop when the drive joystick is moved off center in either primary boom reaches mid-point between the direction. steer tires. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 15...
· Excessive pitting Electrocution hazard. Contact with hot or live circuits could result in death or serious injury. Remove all rings, watches and other jewelry. Replace the contactors if any damage is found. 3 - 16 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
Grease the Platform Overload Test the Platform Overload Mechanism (if equipped) System (if equipped) Genie specifications require Genie specifications require that that this procedure be performed this procedure be performed every every 500 hours or 6 months, 500 hours or six months.
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See D-6, Calibrate the Platform Overload System . There may be an approximate 2 second delay before the overload indicator light turns on and the alarm sounds. 3 - 18 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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14 Test all machine functions from the platform controls. Result: All platform control functions should operate. If the platform overload system is not operating properly, see D-6, Calibrate the Platform Overload System. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 19...
2 Extend and retract the primary boom through 12.7 mm 9.5 mm the entire range of motion to check for tight spots that could cause binding or scraping. Always maintain squareness between the primary boom outer and inner tubes. 3 - 20 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
3 Lift the wheels off the ground and then place blocks under the drive chassis for support. 4 Disengage the drive hubs by turning over the drive hub disconnect caps on each non-steer wheel hub. disengaged position engaged position Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 21...
A lift cylinder safety chock is available through Genie Service Bolt torque sequence Parts (Genie part no. 36555). 2 Confirm that each turntable mounting bolt is torqued in sequence to specification. Refer to Section 2, Specifications. Bolt torque sequence...
Refer to Section 2, Specifications. 5 Install the plugs into the drive hub. 6 Repeat this procedure for the other drive hub. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 23...
8 Rotate the filter element clockwise to lock it in place. Genie specifications require that this procedure be performed every 9 Install the filter housing cap. 1000 hours of operation or yearly.
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10 Turn the key switch to ground control. 11 Test all machine functions from the ground controls. Result: All ground control functions should not operate. If the platform overload system is not operating properly, repeat steps 1 through 4. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 25...
8 ft-lbs / 10.8 Nm. Component damage hazard. The hydraulic tank is plastic and may become damaged if the tank mounting fasteners are over tightened. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 27...
14 Pack both bearings with clean, fresh grease. Skip to step 10 if there is no movement. 15 Place the large inner bearing into the rear of the hub. 3 - 28 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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23 Install the dust cap, then the tire and wheel assembly. Torque the wheel lug nuts to specification. Refer to Section 2, Specifications. 24 Raise the machine and remove the blocks. Lower the machine to the ground. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 3 - 29...
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Read, understand and obey the safety rules an imminently hazardous situation and operating instructions in the which, if not avoided, will result in Genie Z-30/20N Operator’s Manual on your death or serious injury. machine. Used to indicate the presence of a...
For further battery supply voltage is above information or assistance, contact the Genie 24V DC. Industries Service Department. 1 Turn the key switch to platform controls and pull...
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9 Start a timer and simultaneously press down the foot switch and move the primary boom toggle switch in the down direction. Note how long it takes to reach 0.65A. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 3...
1 Raise the jib boom to a horizontal position. 2 Move the platform level toggle switch up and down through two platform leveling cycles to remove any air that might be in the system. 4 - 4 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
4 Remove the six mounting bolts from the platform mounting weldment. Remove the center bolt and slide the platform mounting weldment off of the platform rotator. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 5...
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Continue holding the toggle switch until air stops coming out of the bleed valve. Close the bleed valve. Crushing hazard. Keep clear of the platform during rotation. 4 - 6 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
Crushing hazard. The jib boom could fall when the pin is removed if not properly supported by the overhead crane. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 7...
7 Remove the jib boom bell crank from the extension boom. Crushing hazard. The jib boom bell crank could become unbalanced and fall when the pins are removed if not properly supported and secured to the lifting device. 4 - 8 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
When installing the jib boom rotator, be sure to torque the fasteners to specification. Refer to Section 2, Specifications. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 9...
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5 seconds, then release it. Repeat three times. Crushing hazard. Keep hands and head clear of the platform pivot weldment during rotation. 4 - 10 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
Do not allow oil to squirt or spray. 3 Remove the pin retaining fasteners from the jib boom lift cylinder rod-end pivot pin. Do not remove the pin. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 11...
A 7-link repair section of cable between the outer and inner boom track is available through tubes. the Genie Industries Service Parts (Genie part no. 58919). link separation point lower clip 1 Use a slotted screwdriver to pry down on the lower clip.
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Models with rotating jib boom: Remove the underside of the primary boom and at the pivot jib boom rotator. See 3-3, How to Remove the end of the primary boom. Jib Boom Rotator . Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 13...
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Pull the cylinder back and secure it from moving. Crushing hazard. The primary boom assembly could become unbalanced and fall when removed from the machine if not properly supported by the overhead crane. 4 - 14 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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5 Support the extension tube with an overhead crane at the platform end of the boom. Crushing hazard. The boom extension tube could fall when removed from the boom if not properly supported. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 15...
10 Place a rod through the upper secondary across the upper secondary boom to support leveling link pivot pin at the upper pivot and the cylinder when the rod-end pin is removed. twist to remove the pin. 4 - 16 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
3 Remove the counterweight cover fasteners. Remove the counterweight cover from the machine. 4 Raise the secondary boom until the master cylinder rod-end pivot pin is accessible. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 17...
During removal, the overhead crane strap will need to be 2 Raise the secondary boom until the master carefully adjusted for proper cylinder barrel-end pivot pin is above the balancing. turntable counterweights. 4 - 18 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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Crushing hazard. The upper secondary boom and the upper pivot could fall if the pivot pin is completely removed. 10 Use the strap around the rod-end lug to lower the cylinder out of the machine. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 19...
5 Remove the wire loom from the cables at the the oil pressure to dissipate platform control box. gradually. Do not allow oil to squirt or spray. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 21...
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20 Pull all the cables and hoses through the upper balancing. pivot. 26 Place the entire assembly onto a structure Component damage hazard. capable of supporting it. Cables and hoses can be damaged if they are kinked or pinched. 4 - 22 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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39 Remove the pin retaining fastener from the Bodily injury hazard. Beware of lower pivot pin on the compression link. Use a hot oil. Contact with hot oil may soft metal drift to remove the pin. cause severe burns. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 23...
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Crushing hazard. The secondary boom lift cylinder could become unbalanced and fall when removed from the machine if not properly supported by the overhead crane. 4 - 24 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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Repeat for the hydraulic tank side lower secondary boom compression arm. Crushing hazard. The lower secondary compression arm could become unbalanced and fall when removed from the machine if not properly supported by the overhead crane. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 25...
Do not allow oil to squirt the secondary boom lift cylinder. or spray. 4 Disconnect the battery packs from the machine. Bodily injury hazard. Beware of hot oil. Contact with hot oil may cause severe burns. 4 - 26 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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20 Remove the pin retaining fastener from the unbalanced and fall when secondary boom lift cylinder rod-end pivot pin. removed from the machine if not properly supported by the overhead crane. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 27...
Do not allow oil to squirt or spray. 3 Remove the pump mounting bolts from the pump. Carefully remove the pump from the electric motor. 4 - 28 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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Solenoid valve, N.C. poppet ..... M ... Brake circuit ........20-25 ft-lbs / 27-34 Nm Orifice, 0.045 inch / 1.14 mm .... N ... Brake circuit This list continues. Please turn the page. 4 - 30 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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April 2005 Section 4 • Repair Procedures REV B MANIFOLDS Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 31...
6 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to confirm the relief valve cap. pressure setting. Tip-over hazard. Do not adjust the relief valve higher than specified. 6 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to confirm the relief valve pressure setting. 4 - 34 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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6 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to confirm the relief valve 6 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to confirm the relief valve pressure setting. pressure setting. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 35...
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Install the relief valve cap. Tip-over hazard. Do not adjust the relief valve higher than specified. 6 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to confirm the relief valve pressure setting. 4 - 36 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
MANIFOLDS REV B How to Test a Coil Diode Valve Coils Genie incorporates spike suppressing diodes in all of its valve coils. Properly functioning coil diodes How to Test a Coil protect the electrical circuit by suppressing voltage spikes. Voltage spikes naturally occur within a...
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Result: If one or both of the current readings are 0 mA, or if the two current readings do not differ by a minimum of 20%, the coil and/or its internal diode are faulty and the coil should be replaced. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 39...
Do not allow oil to squirt or spray. 2 Remove the turntable rotation motor mounting bolts. Remove the motor from the machine. 4 - 40 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
10 Install the dust cap. 11 Install the tire and wheel assembly. 12 Lower the machine and remove the blocks. 13 Torque the wheel lug nuts to specification. Refer to Section 2, Specifications. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 4 - 41...
There are or more. If any test has a result of less than no adjustments needed on the drive joystick. For 500 kilohms, replace the motor controller. further information or assistance, consult the Genie Industries Service Department. Test Desired result...
Fault Codes Before Troubleshooting: Read, understand and obey the safety rules and operating instructions printed in the Genie Z-30/20N Operator’s Manual on your machine. Be sure that all necessary tools and test equipment are available and ready for use. Observe and Obey:...
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1 second, and then motor controller programmer blinks 1 time. That would indicate Fault Code 41. (Genie part number 56303). When using the hand-held pendant motor controller programmer, the M1 MAX SPEED needs to be set to 33.
OR test the motor controller. See Repair Section. Defective motor Replace the motor ARM SENSOR Machine will not drive. controller. controller. Defective motor Replace the motor FLD SENSOR Machine will not drive. controller. controller. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 5 - 3...
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PRECHARGE FAULT Machine will not drive. controller and ground Note: Short can be on OR motor controller is any part of circuit defective. connected to the B+ terminal on the motor controller. 5 - 4 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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Machine will not drive. OR machine being proper cooling of the driven under excessive controller OR check for load OR motor mechanical restrictions controller is not being causing excessive load cooled sufficently. on the machine. Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 5 - 5...
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Do not allow oil to squirt Read, understand and obey the safety rules or spray. and operating instructions printed in the General Repair Process Genie Z-30/20N Operator's Manual on your machine. Be sure that all necessary tools and test Identify Malfunction...
April 2004 Section 6 • Schematics Power Cable Diagram (before serial number 6290)
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500A 100A (PR3) PRIMARY 3 DIODES LIFT PUMP 48V DC CONTACTOR (PR2) MOTOR CONTROLLER RED (10 BLK (2 LEFT SIDE BLK (2 RIGHT SIDE BLK (2 DRIVE MOTOR DRIVE MOTOR RED (10 6 - 5 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
DO NOT ROUTE POWER CABLES ACROSS FRONT OF CURTIS CONTROLLER. DOING SO CAN AFFECT INTERNAL CURRENT SENSORS, RIGHT SIDE DRIVE MOTOR CAUSING REDUCED MOTOR PERFORMANCE. BLK (2) BLK (2) BLK (2) LEFT SIDE DRIVE MOTOR RED (10) Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 6 - 6...
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April 2004 Section 6 • Schematics Power Cable Diagram (after serial number 6289)
CE & PLATFORM LOAD SENSE OPTION. SWITCH SHOWN WITH BOOM EXTENDED ADD D40 ONLY IF UNIT HAS BOTH L4 & L48. REDUNDANT COIL SUPPRESION DIODE FOR PR1 IS INSIDE CONTROLLER BETWEEN J1-9 AND J1-17. ANSI/CSA ONLY 6 - 9 Genie Z-30/20N Part No. 106373...
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ORG-6 WHT/RED #6 LIMIT SWITCH PLATFORM LEVEL CR10 CUTOUT CE VERSION ONLY TB16 CR20 (GND) FUNCTION MANIFOLD GROUND (GND) TB52 BLK (24V) NOTES: SWITCH SHOWN WITH BOOM ROTATED PAST EITHER NON-STEER WHEEL Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 6 - 10...
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April 2005 Section 6 • Schematics Electrical Schematic (after serial number 6289)
75.8 bar 0.045 inch 1.14 mm 10 MICRON 100 MESH 0.8 gpm 1.5 gpm 3 L/min 5.7 L/min HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR FUNCTION MANIFOLD Note: 0.035 inch Orifice added after serial number 5396 0.89 mm Part No. 106373 Genie Z-30/20N 6 - 16...
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