Genie GR-12 Operator's Manual page 28

Operator's Manual
Inspections
Pre-operation Inspection
 Be sure that the operator's, safety, and
responsibilities manuals are complete, legible
and in the storage container located in the
platform.
 Be sure that all decals are legible and in place.
See Inspections section.
 Check for hydraulic oil leaks and proper oil
level. Add oil if needed. See Maintenance
section.
 Check for battery fluid leaks and proper fluid
level. Add distilled water if needed. See
Maintenance section.
Check the following components or areas for
damage, improperly installed, or missing parts and
unauthorized modifications:
 Electrical components, wiring, and
electrical cables
 Hydraulic power unit, reservoir, hoses,
fittings, cylinders and manifolds
 Battery pack and connections
 Drive motors
 Tires and wheels
 Ground strap
 Limit switches, alarms and horn
 Beacons (if equipped)
 Nuts, bolts and other fasteners
 Platform entry mid-rail or gate
 Sequencing cables and pulleys
 Wear pads
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 Pothole guards
 Lanyard anchorage points
 Platform extension (if equipped)
 Work trays (if equipped)
 Brake release components
 Battery cover
 Mast columns and counterweight
 Platform control joystick
 Platform overload components
Check entire machine for:
 Cracks in welds or structural components
 Dents or damage to machine
 Excessive rust, corrosion or oxidation
 Verify that all structural and other critical
components are present and all associated
fasteners and pins are in place and properly
tightened.
Note: If the platform must be raised to inspect the
machine, make sure that the battery cover is in
place to prevent the mast sections and platform
from coming down. See Operating Instructions
section.
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