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Operator's Manual Serial Number Range -60 XC ® ™ from S60XCH-45001 from S65XCM-101 -65 XC ® ™ ® ™ ® ™ with Maintenance Information Original Instructions First Edition Second Printing Part No. 1286582GT...
This book is an operation and daily maintenance aerial work site. Before operating the machine, it’s manual for the user or operator of a Genie the operator’s responsibility to read and machine. understand this familiarization guide.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Introduction Platform controls symbology and related Ground controls symbology and related machine movement: machine movement: Platform level Platform level, jib boom up/down, boom extend/retract, and boom up/down Platform rotate Turntable rotate and platform rotate Jib boom up/down Sequential functions and movement: ...
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Bulletin Distribution and Contacting the Manufacturer Compliance At times it may be necessary to contact Genie. When you do, be ready to supply the model Safety of product users is of paramount number and serial number of your machine, along importance to Genie.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Introduction Safety Sign Maintenance Replace any missing or damaged safety signs. Keep operator safety in mind at all times. Use mild soap and water to clean safety signs. Do not use solvent-based cleaners because they may damage the safety sign material.
First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions Fire hazard Explosion hazard Explosion hazard Do not use ether or No smoking. other high energy No flame. starting aids on Stop engine. machines equipped with glow plugs.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions Corrosive acid. Color coded direction Runaway hazard Collision hazard Overhead obstruction arrows Electrocution hazard Avoid contact Disconnect battery Voltage rating for Pressure rating for air power to platform line to platform Crush hazard Support the platform...
Pictures in this manual may show a boom with tires and wheels instead of tracks. All safety information and operating instructions still apply to the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the picture does not show the tracks.
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Pictures in this manual may show a boom with tires and wheels instead of tracks. All safety information and operating instructions still apply to the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the picture does not show the tracks.
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Pictures in this manual may show a boom with tires and wheels instead of tracks. All safety information and operating instructions still apply to the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the picture does not show the tracks.
Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Personal Safety Personal Safety Personal Fall Protection Personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) is required when operating this machine. Occupants must wear a safety belt or harness in accordance with governmental regulations. Attach the lanyard to the anchor provided in the platform. Operators must comply with employer, job site and governmental rules regarding the use of personal protective equipment.
All safety machine if it contacts information and operating instructions still apply to energized power lines. the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the Personnel on the ground picture does not show the tracks. or in the platform must...
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Work Area Safety Do not attach a platform rated at 300 kg If the tilt alarm sounds while the boom is lowered: (unrestricted range of motion) or 454 kg (restricted Do not extend, rotate or raise the boom above range of motion) to machines with any other rated horizontal.
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Wheel weight is critical to stability. unstable surfaces or other hazardous conditions with the boom raised or extended. S-60 TRAX and S-65 TRAX: Do not replace tracks with tires. Track weight is critical to stability. Do not use the machine as a crane.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Work Area Safety Do not transport tools and materials unless they Do not allow any object to come near moving parts. are evenly distributed and can be safely handled The object could be thrown out of the Trax by person(s) in the platform.
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Work Area Safety Fall Hazards Collision Hazards Occupants must wear a Be aware of limited sight safety belt or harness in distance and blind spots accordance with when driving or operating. governmental regulations. Attach the lanyard to the anchor provided in the platform.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Work Area Safety Bodily Injury Hazard Observe and use the color-coded direction arrows on the platform controls and drive chassis for drive Always operate the machine in a well-ventilated and steer functions. area to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Do not lower the boom Do not operate the machine with a hydraulic oil or unless the area below is...
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Be sure all maintenance has been performed as Avoid spilling or contacting specified in this manual and the appropriate Genie battery acid. Neutralize service manual. battery acid spills with Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Work Area Safety Contact Alarm Safety Pipe Cradle Safety Read, understand and obey all warnings and Read, understand, and obey all warnings and instructions provided with the contact alarm. instructions provided with the pipe cradles. Do not exceed the rated platform capacity.
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Work Area Safety Panel Cradle Safety Welder Safety Read, understand and obey all warnings and Read, understand and obey all warnings and instructions provided with the panel cradles. instructions provided with the welding power unit. Do not exceed the rated platform capacity.
Pictures in this manual may show a boom with tires and wheels instead of tracks. All safety information and operating instructions still apply to the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the picture does not show the tracks. Non-steer tire or non-steer track...
Pictures in this manual may show a boom with tires and wheels instead of tracks. All safety information and operating instructions still apply to the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the picture does not show the tracks. ®...
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Controls Ground Control Panel LCD readout screen Screen displays hour meter, voltage, oil Function enable button pressure and coolant temperature. Screen Press and hold the function enable button to also displays fault codes and other service enable the functions on the ground control information.
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Controls 11 Key switch for off/ground/platform selection 16 Platform level down button Turn the key switch to the off position and the Press the platform level down button and the machine will be off. Turn the key switch to the level of the platform will lower.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Controls Platform Control Panel ® ® ® ® -60 XC™ • S -65 XC™ • S -60 TRAX™ • S -65 TRAX™ Part No. 1286582GT...
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Controls ® ® ® ® Part No. 1286582GT -60 XC™ • S -65 XC™ • S -60 TRAX™ • S -65 TRAX™...
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Controls Platform Control Panel Fault indicator light Light on indicates a system fault. Horn button Restricted range of motion indicator light, Press this button and the horn will sound. weight. Release the button and the horn will stop. Platform level switch Light on indicates restricted range of motion due to platform...
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Controls 11 Raise/retract boom indicator light 17 Dual axis proportional control handle for drive and steer functions Raise/retract the boom until the light is off. OR Proportional control handle for drive function and thumb rocker for steer function. 12 Lower boom indicator light Move the control handle in the direction Lower the boom until the light is off.
Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Controls 19 Drive enable switch 24 Engine start switch To drive when the drive enable light is flashing, Move the engine start switch to either side to hold the drive enable switch to either side and start the engine.
All safety Fundamentals information and operating instructions still apply to the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the It is the responsibility of the operator to perform a picture does not show the tracks.
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All safety Electrical components, wiring, and information and operating instructions still apply to the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the electrical cables picture does not show the tracks. Hydraulic hoses, fittings, cylinders, and manifolds ...
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Function Test Fundamentals The function tests are designed to discover any malfunctions before the machine is put into service. The operator must follow the step-by-step instructions to test all machine functions. A malfunctioning machine must never be used. If malfunctions are discovered, the machine must be Do Not Operate Unless: tagged and removed from service.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Inspections Test Machine Functions At the Ground Controls Do not push the function Select a test area that is firm, level and free of enable button. Attempt to obstruction. activate each boom and Turn the key switch to ground control.
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Test Emergency Power Test Emergency Stop 10 Turn the key switch to ground control and shut 15 Start the engine. the engine off. 16 Push in the platform red Emergency Stop 11 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the button to the off position.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Inspections Test Machine Functions Test Drive and Braking 24 Press down the foot switch. 29 Press down the foot switch. 25 Activate each machine function control handle 30 Slowly move the drive control handle in the or toggle switch.
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Test the Drive Enable System Test Limited Drive Speed 35 Press down the foot switch and lower the 39 Press down the foot switch. boom to the stowed position. 40 Raise the boom approximately 10° above 36 Rotate the turntable until the boom moves past horizontal.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Inspections 55 Press down the foot switch. Test Drive Tilt Cutout 56 With the boom fully stowed, drive the machine 45 Press down the foot switch. onto a slope where the roll angle is greater 46 With the boom fully stowed, drive the machine than 5°...
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Inspections 73 Activate the foot switch by pressing the foot Test Emergency Power switch down. 65 Shut the engine off. Result: The contact alarm lights will flash and 66 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the the machine horn will sound.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Inspections Test Aircraft Protection Package (if equipped) Note: Two people may be required to perform this test. 79 Move the yellow bumper at the bottom of the platform 10 cm in any direction. 80 Activate each function control handle or toggle switch.
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Workplace Inspection Checklist Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous situations: drop-offs or holes bumps, floor obstructions, or debris sloped surfaces Do Not Operate Unless: unstable or slippery surfaces ...
Pictures in this manual may show a boom with tires and wheels instead of tracks. All safety information and operating instructions still apply to the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the picture does not show the tracks. Fundamentals The Operating Instructions section provides instructions for each aspect of machine operation.
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Starting the Engine Emergency Stop Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the off Diesel models position at the ground controls or the platform controls to stop all machine functions and turn the At the ground controls, turn the key switch to engine off.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Operating Instructions Operation from Ground Operation from Platform Turn the key switch to ground control. Turn the key switch to platform control. Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the Pull out both ground and platform red on position.
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions To Steer Driving on a slope Press down the foot switch. Determine the uphill, downhill and side slope ratings for the machine and determine the slope Slowly move the drive control handle in the grade.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Operating Instructions Example: To determine the slope grade: Measure the slope with a digital inclinometer OR use the following procedure. You will need: carpenter’s level straight piece of wood, at least 1 m long ...
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Drive Enable Engine RPM Select Select engine RPM using the symbols on the Light flashing indicates that the control panel. boom has moved just past either non-steer wheel, or When the foot switch is not pressed, the engine non-steer track and the drive will idle at the lowest rpm.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Operating Instructions Operating Envelope Indicator Lights Platform Overload Indicator Light The operating envelope indicator lights will come Light flashing indicates the platform on to notify the operator that a function has been is overloaded. The engine will stop interrupted and/or an action is required by the and no functions will operate.
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Platform Capacity Range S-60 XC and S-65 TRAX Range of Motion Range of motion is controlled automatically based Chart on platform load. 24.38 m Unrestricted Range of Motion: When the platform load is less than 300 kg.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Operating Instructions Tilt Sensor Activation Settings The range of motion light is on when the platform load exceeds Model Tilt/Slope Maximum Boom Angle/ 300kg. (front to back) Platform Load 300 kg 454 kg Light on indicates restricted range S-60 XC 4°...
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions LCD Screen Aircraft Protection Package (if equipped) The LCD screen at the ground controls displays If the platform bumpers come into contact with hour meter, voltage, oil pressure and coolant aircraft components, the machine will shut down temperature.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Operating Instructions Pipe Cradle Instructions Observe and Obey: The pipe cradle assembly consists of 2 pipe Pipe cradles must be installed on the inside of cradles positioned at either side of the platform the platform.
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Pipe Cradle Operation Panel Cradle Assembly Be sure the pipe cradle assembly and Apply the warning decal to the front of each installation instructions have been followed panel cradle (if needed). properly and that the pipe cradles are secured Install rubber bumper 1 in the panel cradle to the platform railings.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Operating Instructions Installation of Padding Install the 2 pieces of padding on the platform rails. Position the padding to protect the panels rubber bumper 2 from contact with the platform rails. Installation of Strap rubber Open the clamp and install it around a vertical bumper 1...
Be information and operating instructions still apply to sure to unlock the turntable for operation. the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the picture does not show the tracks. Do not drive the machine on a slope that exceeds the uphill, downhill or side slope rating.
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First Edition • Second Printing Transport and Lifting Instructions Securing the Platform – S-60 XC and Securing to Truck or Trailer for S-60 TRAX Transit Make sure the platform is in the stowed position. Always use the turntable rotation lock pin each time the machine is transported.
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S-60 XC 1.73 m 1.3 m the machine weight. See the serial label for the S-65 XC 1.76 m 1.36 m machine weight. S-60 TRAX 1.68 m 1.17 m 1.73 m 1.24 m S-65 TRAX ® ® ®...
Dispose of material in accordance with governmental regulations. Oil type - cold conditions 5W-30 Use only Genie approved replacement parts. Diesel Fuel Requirements Maintenance Symbols Legend The following symbols have been used in this manual to help communicate the intent of the Satisfactory engine performance is dependent on instructions.
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Maintenance Check the Hydraulic Oil Level Check the Engine Coolant Level – Liquid Cooled Models Maintaining the hydraulic oil at the proper level is essential to machine operation. Improper hydraulic Maintaining the engine coolant at the proper level oil levels can damage hydraulic components.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • Second Printing Maintenance Check the Batteries Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance performed quarterly, annually and every two years must be completed by a person trained and qualified to perform maintenance on Proper battery condition is essential to good this machine according to the procedures found in machine performance and operational safety.
Fuel tank capacity 132 liters be used only with adequate safety factors. Hydraulic tank capacity 151 liters Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change Weight 10,401 kg without notice or obligation. (Machine weights vary with option configurations. See serial label for specific machine weight.)
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Tire size 355/55D 625 be used only with adequate safety factors. Fuel tank capacity 132 liters Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change Hydraulic tank capacity 151 liters without notice or obligation.
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It should System voltage be used only with adequate safety factors. Hydraulic pressure, maximum 207 bar Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie (boom functions) policy. Product specifications are subject to change Fuel tank capacity 132 liters without notice or obligation.
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It should System voltage be used only with adequate safety factors. Hydraulic pressure, maximum 207 bar Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie (boom functions) policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Fuel tank capacity...
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First Edition • Second Printing Operator's Manual Specifications S-60 XC and S-60 TRAX Range of Motion S-65 XC and S-65 TRAX Range of Motion Chart Chart 24.38 m 21.34 m 18.29 m 15.24 m 12.19 m 454 kg 300 kg 9.14 m...
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