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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Reporting Safety Defects .......... 34 Contact us: Copyright © 2003 by Terex Fourth Edition: Third Printing, December 2012 Internet: http://www.genielift.com "Genie" is a registered trademark of Terex e-mail: awp.techpub@terex.com South Dakota in the USA and many other countries. These machines comply with ANSI A92.2...

  • Page 3: Safety

    You read, understand and obey employer's safety rules and worksite regulations. You read, understand and obey all applicable governmental regulations. You are properly trained to safely operate the machine. Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...
  • Page 4 Do not set the machine up unless it is on a firm surface. Avoid drop-offs, holes, unstable or Do not operate the machine during lightning or slippery surfaces and other possible hazardous storms. conditions. Genie TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...
  • Page 5 Do not transport tools and materials unless they Do not contact adjacent structures with the boom. are evenly distributed and can be safely handled by person(s) in the platform. Do not tie the boom or platform to adjacent structures. Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...
  • Page 6 The primary boom must pushing it. be lowered into the chassis cradle. Check the work area for overhead obstructions or other possible hazards. Be aware of crushing hazards when grasping the platform guard rail. Genie TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...
  • Page 7 Do not exceed 60 mph / 97 km/h. Obey all local and national towing speed laws. Be sure to chock the wheels of the trailer when parking on a hill. Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...
  • Page 8 Lifting Hazard charging cycle. Use the appropriate number of people and proper Do not contact the battery terminals or the cable lifting techniques when lifting batteries. clamps with tools that may cause sparks. Genie TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...
  • Page 9 Operator's Manual Fourth Edition • Third Printing SAFETY RULES Decal Legend Genie product decals use symbols, color coding and signal words to identify the following: Safety alert symbol—used to alert personnel to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

  • Page 10: Controls

    2 Function enable button for: 7 Primary boom up/down button Platform up 8 Platform level button Primary boom up Primary boom extend 9 Secondary boom up/down button Secondary boom up Turntable rotate left 10 Turntable rotate button Genie TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...
  • Page 11 5 15 amp breaker for controls button Secondary boom down circuits Turntable rotate right 12 Secondary boom up/down Outrigger lower 6 Red Emergency Stop button button 7 Key switch for ground/off/ 13 Turntable rotate button platform selection Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...

  • Page 12: Pre-Operation Inspection

    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 TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...
  • Page 13 Tires and wheels Trailer lights and reflectors Parking brake components Outriggers and foot pads Limit switch and alarms Nuts, bolts and other fasteners Platform entry mid-rail/gate Surge brake components Safety chains (if required) Light and brake cables Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Indicates that tools will be required to replenish with distilled water to the bottom of perform this procedure. the battery fill tube. Do not overfill. 6 Install the vent caps. Indicates that new parts will be required to perform this procedure. Genie TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...
  • Page 15 2 Check each wheel for damage, bends and cracks. Result: Replace the wheel if any damage is found. 3 Check each tire with an air pressure gauge and add air as needed. 4 Check the torque of each lug nut. Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...
  • Page 16 2 Check the sight gauge on the side of the hydraulic reservoir. Result: The hydraulic oil level should be visible in the middle of the sight gauge. Hydraulic oil specifications Hydraulic oil type Chevron Rykon Premium MV equivalent Genie TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...

  • Page 17: Function Tests

    3 Always perform function tests prior to use. Know and understand the function tests before going on to the next section. 4 Inspect the workplace. 5 Only use the machine as it was intended. Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...
  • Page 18 13 Be sure the wheels on the tongue jack are not lights should SHORT touching the ground. be off. Note: If the wheels on the tongue jack are touching the ground, crank the tongue jack up until the wheels are no longer on the ground. Genie TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...
  • Page 19 22 Push and hold the yellow function enable button. Activate each boom function button. Result: Primary boom down, primary boom retract, secondary boom down, platform level down and turntable rotate left should all function. Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...
  • Page 20 Result: The primary boom should lower. 39 Turn the thumbscrew and release. 40 To reset the valve, push the thumbscrew halfway in and turn. Result: The thumbscrew should move easily and stay in position. Genie TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...
  • Page 21 48 Push and hold the yellow function enable button. Activate each boom function button. Result: Primary boom down, primary boom retract, secondary boom down, platform level down and turntable rotate left should all function. Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...

  • Page 22: Workplace Inspection

    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 TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...

  • Page 23: Operating Instructions

    Emergency Stop button is pushed in. Selecting and operating the ground controls will override the platform red Emergency Stop button. Setup Make sure the machine is properly set up and tested. See Function Tests section. Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...
  • Page 24 Secondary boom crank in either a Down: Push the thumbscrew all the way in and clockwise or turn. counterclockwise Up: Pull the thumbscrew all the way out and direction. turn. 3 Operate the hand pump. Genie TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...
  • Page 25 PFPE Do not attempt to manually move a machine manufacturer’s instructions. unless it is on a firm, level surface. Use the parking brake to control the speed of the machine while pushing it. Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...
  • Page 26 Increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to twice the normal following distance when towing a trailer. Allow more following distance in adverse weather. Genie TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...
  • Page 27 5 Check the battery acid level when the charging cycle is complete. Replenish with distilled water Use only a Genie authorized battery and to the bottom of the fill tube. Do not overfill. charger. To Charge Battery 1 Be sure the batteries are connected before charging the batteries.

  • Page 28: Transport And Lifting Instructions

    Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key before transporting. Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured items. Nylon strap Mid-pivot block Genie TZ-34/20 Part No. 133554...
  • Page 29 X Axis Y Axis ANSI & CSA 9.1 in 9.4 in 23.1 cm 23.9 cm 5.2 in 9.0 in 13.2 cm 22.9 cm Y axis Chassis Chassis Lifting Lifting Points (2) Points (2) X axis Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...

  • Page 30: Decals

    28236 Warning - Failure To Read . . . 82492 Notice - Battery Connection Diagram 28373 Label - Forklift Pocket 82493 Cosmetic - Genie TZ-34/20 31785 Notice - Battery Charger Operating Instr. 82505 Danger - Crushing Hazard, Elevated Components 37052...
  • Page 31 82478 or 82674 28174 82493 or 28235 62719 82505 28373 82479 62719 Ground Controls Side 31785 46262 28161 43617 72832 27564 82506 52475 82585 97768 28373 82506 82491 52475 48723 82492 82506 72832 28161 82663 Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...
  • Page 32 97557 Ground Control Panel 82487 Label - Read The Manual 97558 Platform Control Panel 82493 Cosmetic - Genie TZ-34/20 97563 Label - Circuit Breaker, AC Models 82544 Danger - Electrocution Hazard 97564 Label - AC Power Cord, AC Models 82560...
  • Page 33 72891 82658 82614 97557 82493 82487 28174 or 28235 82614 62719 82666 Ground Controls Side 62719 82481 82472 52475 82663 97770 82622 or 82544 52475 82659 82672 82475 82585 82475 82475 82666 82472 or 82661 Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...

  • Page 34: Specifications

    Note: Floor loading information is approximate and Continuous improvement of our products is a does not incorporate different option configurations. It Genie policy. Product specifications are should be used only with adequate safety factors. subject to change without notice or obligation.
  • Page 35 Operator's Manual Fourth Edition • Third Printing SPECIFICATIONS Range of Motion Chart Part No. 133554 Genie TZ-34/20...

  • Page 36: Reporting Safety Defects

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in any individual problems between you, your dealer or Genie Industries. To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (366-...

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