Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to operate this machine. This manual should be considered a permanent part of your machine and should remain with the machine at all times. If you have any questions, please call Genie Industries. Contents Page Introduction ..............1 Symbols and Hazard Pictorials Definitions ....
Third Edition • Second Printing Introduction Owners, Users and Operators: Genie appreciates your choice of our machine for your application. Our number one priority is user safety, which is best achieved by our joint efforts. We feel that you make a major contribution to...
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Third Edition • Second Printing Introduction Hazard Classification Intended Use Genie uses symbols, color coding and signal words This machine is intended to be used only to lift to identify the following: personnel, along with their tools and materials to an aerial work site.
Avoid contact. Tie-down Tie-down Electrocution instructions instructions Hazard Do not use ether Explosion Hazard or other high energy starting aids on machines equipped with glow plugs. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
Fuel and fumes flame. Stop result in death or serious Do not alter or disable limit switch(s). can explode engine. injury. and burn. 31060 B 114258 A Keep away from moving parts. 28161 C Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Platform downhill: weighs 75 lbs / 34 kg. serious injury attempting to move must be factored into total 1Retract boom. will result. machine. 2Lower boom. platform load. 97579 D 114416 A S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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Do not alter or disable limit switch(s). result in death or serious injury. 31060 B Keep away from moving parts. 28161 C Keep off this surface. 28181 C 31060 28181 97602 28175 28177 114390 28161 133250 Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
Operators must comply with employer, job site and governmental rules regarding the use of personal protective equipment. All PFPE must comply with applicable governmental regulations, and must be inspected and used in accordance with the PFPE manufacturer’s instructions. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
Keep away from the the S-60 TRAX and S-65 TRAX, even if the picture machine if it contacts does not show the tracks. energized power lines.
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Do not raise the boom when wind speeds may exceed 28 mph / 12.5 m/s. If wind speeds exceed 28 mph / 12.5 m/s when the boom is raised, lower the boom and do not continue to operate the machine. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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Do not replace items critical to machine stability extended. with items of different weight or specification. Do not use the machine as a crane. Do not push the machine or other objects with the boom. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Note: Slope rating is subject to ground conditions distributed and can be and adequate traction. safely handled by person(s) in the platform. Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile surface or vehicle. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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Do not enter or exit the platform unless the and steer functions. machine is in the stowed position and the platform is at ground level. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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No stunt driving or horseplay while operating a machine. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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Be sure all maintenance has been performed as flames and lighted tobacco. specified in this manual and the appropriate Genie service manual. Do not operate the machine in hazardous locations or locations where potentially flammable or Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
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1926.352(d). Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda and water. Explosion Hazard Keep sparks, flames and lighted tobacco away from batteries. Batteries emit explosive gas. Electrocution Hazard Avoid contact with electrical terminals. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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Do not operate unless the weld cables are properly connected. Connect the positive lead to the twist-lock connector at the turntable and platform. Clamp the negative lead to the ground post at the turntable and platform. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Do not cause a horizontal force or side load to the machine by raising or lowering a fixed or Maximum panel area: 32 sq. ft / 3 m overhanging load. Electrocution Hazard: Keep pipes away from all energized electrical conductors. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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3 Rotate the turntable so that the boom is between the non-steer tracks. 4 Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key to secure from unauthorized use. 5 Chock the tracks. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Light on and engine stopped: Tag the machine information and operating instructions still apply to and remove from service. the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the Light on and engine still running: Contact picture does not show the tracks.
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17 Boom up/down switch Move the boom up/down switch up and the boom will raise. Move the boom up/down switch down and the boom will lower. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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17 Gasoline/LPG models: Fuel select switch 18 Machine malfunction indicator light 19 Platform overload indicator light 20 Thumb rocker for boom extend/retract 21 Dual axis proportional control handle for boom up/down and turntable rotate left/right functions Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Use emergency power if the primary power information and operating instructions still apply to source (engine) fails. the S-60 TRAX and the S-65 TRAX, even if the Simultaneously hold the emergency power picture does not show the tracks. switch to either side and activate the desired function.
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Press the right side of the thumb rocker and the 16 Engine start switch machine will steer to the right. Move the engine start switch to either side to start the engine. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Move the control handle to the right and the turntable will rotate to the right. Move the control handle to the left and the turntable will rotate to the left. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be performed by qualified service technicians, according to the manufacturer's specifications and the requirements listed in the responsibilities manual. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Electrical components, wiring and electrical cables Hydraulic hoses, fittings, cylinders and manifolds Fuel and hydraulic tanks Drive and turntable motors and drive hubs S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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All safety information and operating instructions still apply to The function tests are designed to discover any the S-60 TRAX and S-65 TRAX, even if the picture malfunctions before the machine is put into service. does not show the tracks.
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Test the Machine Functions 7 Do not push the function enable button. Attempt to activate each boom and platform function toggle switch. Result: All boom and platform functions should not operate. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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17 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button and 24 Press down the foot switch. restart the engine. 25 Activate each machine function control handle or toggle switch. Result: All boom/platform functions should operate through a full cycle. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Result: The non-steer tracks should stay in firm contact with the ground. Result: The machine should move in the direction that the blue arrow points on the drive chassis, then come to an abrupt stop. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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1 foot / 30 cm per second, immediately direction arrows on the tag and remove the machine from service. platform controls and the drive chassis to identify the direction of travel. Yellow Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Note: To conserve battery power, test each function through a partial cycle. Result: All boom and steer functions should operate. Drive functions should not operate with emergency power. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing Inspections Ground Controls Side Platform Drive Chassis Shading indicates decal is hidden from view, i.e. under covers Engine Side Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
All safety information and operating instructions still apply to The Operating Instructions section provides the S-60 TRAX and S-65 TRAX, even if the picture instructions for each aspect of machine operation. It is the operator's responsibility to follow all the does not show the tracks.
5 minutes before operating to prevent hydraulic system damage. 4 Simultaneously hold the emergency power switch on and activate the desired function. The drive function will not operate with emergency power. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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4 Start the engine. Do not press down the foot platform controls and the drive chassis to identify switch when starting the engine. the direction the machine will travel. Machine travel speed is restricted when the boom is raised or extended. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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See Transport and Lifting section. You will need: carpenter’s level straight piece of wood, at least 3 feet / 1 m long tape measure Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Light on and engine still running: · Turtle symbol: Foot switch activated low idle Contact service personnel within 24 · Rabbit symbol: Foot switch activated high idle hours. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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Light on indicates all functions have stopped. 1 Push in and then pull out the red Emergency Stop button. 2 Lower and retract the boom. 3 Tag the machine and remove from service. Functions will not operate. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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3 Secure each U-bolt with 2 washers and 2 nuts. a strap e pipe cradle weldment b U-bolts middle platform c pipe cradle mount railing d upper platform g flat washers railing -inch nylock nuts S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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Maximum Pipe Cradle Capacity All models 200 lbs 90.7 kg Pipe Cradle Assembly Weight 21 lbs 9.5 kg Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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8 Place the tube between the panel cradle and the platform floor. Insert the U-bolt through the floor, around the tube and into the panel cradle base. 9 Repeat above for the second set of parts. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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3 Center the load on the platform. rubber slots bumper 1 4 Secure the load to the platform using the strap. Tighten the strap. panel decal cradle base hook piece padding clamp hook Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
Genie lifts are very heavy relative to their size. See the serial label for the Reverse the procedures described to re-engage the machine weight. See the Decals section for the brakes.
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Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured items. Securing the Chassis Securing the Platform - S-65 TRAX Use chains of ample load capacity. Place a block under the platform rotator. Do not Use a minimum of 5 chains.
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S-60 TRAX 5.37 ft 45.7 in 1.64 m 1.16 m S-65 TRAX 5.43 ft 46.2 in 1.66 m 1.18 m Turntable Lifting Points (2) Y Axis Chassis Lifting Points (2) X Axis S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
Indicates that tools will be required to perform this procedure. Indicates that new parts will be required to perform this procedure. Indicates that a cold engine is required before performing this procedure. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Add fluid as needed. Hydraulic oil specifications Result: The fluid level should be at the Hydraulic oil type Chevron Rando mark. FULL Premium MV equivalent Note: Do not remove the radiator cap. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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3 Be sure that the battery hold-down brackets are in place and secure. Note: Adding terminal protectors and a corrosion preventative sealant will help eliminate corrosion on the battery terminals and cables. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
75 dBa Guaranteed sound power level 105 dBa Vibration does not exceed 2.5 m/s Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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75 dBa Guaranteed sound power level 105 dBa Vibration does not exceed 2.5 m/s Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Part No. 227285 S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX...
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Operator's Manual Third Edition • Second Printing Specifications S-60 TRAX Range of Motion S-65 TRAX Range of Motion S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX Part No. 227285...
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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 +46 31 575100 Fax + 46 31 579020...
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