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Part No. 82900
Part No. 43645

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Second Edition First Edition Seventh Printing Sixth Printing with Maintenance Information Part No. 43645 Part No. 82900...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contact us: Copyright © 2004 by Genie Industries First Edition: Sixth Printing, August 2005 Internet: http://www.genielift.com "Genie" is a registered trademark of Genie e-mail: techpub@genieind.com Industries in the USA and many other countries. These machines comply with ANSI/SIA 92.2-2001. Printed on recycled paper Printed in U.S.A.

  • 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. 82900 Genie TZ-50...
  • Page 4 Do not operate the machine during lightning or storms. Do not use the machine as a ground for welding. Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...
  • Page 5 Do not tie the boom or platform to adjacent structures. Do not place ladders or scaffolds in the platform or against any part of this machine. Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile surface or vehicle. Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...
  • Page 6 Component Damage Hazards Do not use the machine as a ground for welding. Do not lower the boom unless the area below is clear of personnel and obstructions. Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...
  • Page 7 Be sure to chock the wheels of the trailer when parking on a hill. Towing Hazards Read, understand and obey all of your tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations, warnings and instructions before towing this machine. Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...
  • Page 8 First Edition • Sixth Printing SAFETY RULES Optional Drive System Safety Decal Legend Genie product decals use symbols, color coding Tip-over Hazards and signal words to identify the following: Use extreme care and slow speeds while driving the machine in the stowed position across uneven Safety alert symbol—used to alert...
  • Page 9 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. Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...

  • Page 10: Controls

    8 15 amp breaker for engine controls 17 Platform rotate button (if Platform rotate right (if equipped) equipped) Outrigger lower 9 Key switch for platform/off/ground 18 Turntable rotate button selection 10 Engine start button (if equipped) Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...
  • Page 11 Platform up controller button Primary boom up 9 Platform overload indicator Primary boom extend 15 Turntable rotate button light (if equipped) Secondary boom up Jib boom up Turntable rotate left Platform rotate left (if equipped) Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...
  • Page 12 1 Outrigger auto level button 4 Red Emergency Stop button (ANSI models) 5 Proportional control handle for 2 Function enable button for drive and steer functions outrigger lower (ANSI models) 3 Function enable button for outrigger raise (ANSI models) Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...

  • Page 13: 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. Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...
  • Page 14 Tires and wheels o Trailer lights and reflectors o Parking brake components o Outriggers and foot pads o Limit switch and alarms o Nuts, bolts and other fasteners o Platform entry mid-rail/gate o Platform ladder (if equipped) Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    Indicates that tools will be required to replenish with distilled water to the bottom of the perform this procedure. battery fill tube. Do not overfill. 6 Install the vent caps. Indicates that new parts will be required to perform this procedure. Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...
  • Page 16 3 Check each tire with an air pressure gauge and between the marks. FULL add air as needed. 4 Add hydraulic oil if necessary. 4 Check the torque of each lug nut. Hydraulic oil specifications Hydraulic oil type Chevron Rykon Premium MV equivalent Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...
  • Page 17 2 If oil is low, fill to the edge of the oil filler hole. Honda GX160K1 Oil viscosity requirements -4° to 100°F / -20° to 38°C 10W-30 Below 30°F / 0°C 5W-30 Above 50°F / 10°C Engine oil should have properties of API classification Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...

  • Page 18: Function Tests

    5 Pull the jack release handle and rotate the tongue jack to the lifting position. 6 Raise the tongue by turning the jack handle. 7 Be sure the boom hold-down latches are unlatched. 8 Be sure the batteries are connected. Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...
  • Page 19 Use the bubble level located down, jib boom down, platform rotate right and below the ground controls to make sure the turntable rotate left should all function. machine is level. Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...
  • Page 20 It is turntable rotate right should all function. the sensor farthest to the left. 34 Press down one side of the tilt sensor. Result: The alarm should sound. 35 Lower the boom. Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...
  • Page 21 Result: The machine should move in the direction that the blue arrow points, then come to an abrupt stop. 47 Repeat this procedure for each blue arrow. Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...

  • 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-50 Part No. 82900...

  • Page 23: Operating Instructions

    Repair any function that operates when the red Emergency Stop button is pushed in. Selecting and operating the ground controls will override the platform red Emergency Stop button. Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...
  • Page 24 In cold conditions, hold the choke 1 Push and hold the appropriate function enable button and then start the engine. button. 2 Push and hold the boom function buttons according to the markings on the control panel. Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...
  • Page 25 3 Reset the valve. The machine will not function unless the valves are reset. Turntable rotate and platform extend/retract: Let Secondary boom down and primary boom up/ Jib manifold knob down: Push in and turn clockwise until the button pops into place. Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...
  • Page 26 6 Before raising the platform, lower the outriggers and adjust to level the machine and raise the wheels off the ground. Note: Use the bubble level to make sure the machine is level. Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...
  • Page 27 Consult the surge brake system manual for specific instructions on each surge brake. Be sure that the machine is returned to towing or operating configuration when finished. Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...
  • Page 28 You will need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. When turning with a trailer, avoid jerky or sudden movements. Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...
  • Page 29 6 Connect the battery charger to a grounded AC indicated on the charger. circuit. 7 Turn the battery charger on. Use only a Genie authorized battery and charger. 8 The charger will automatically shut off when the charging cycle is complete.

  • Page 30: Transport And Lifting Instructions

    Raise all four outriggers to the stowed position. Always chock the machine wheels in preparation for transport. Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key before transporting. Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured items. Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...
  • Page 31 X Axis Y Axis ANSI and CSA 13.5 in 16 in 4.1m 4.9 m 12.4 in 16 in 3.8 m 4.9 m Tie-down point Lifting point Y axis X axis Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...

  • Page 32: Decals

    Warning - Platform Rotate 82881 Platform Control Panel 28181 Warning - No Step or Ride 82882 Cosmetic - Genie TZ-50 28235 Label - Power to Platform, 115V 82883 Notice - Operating Instructions, Ground 28236 Warning - Failure To Read . . .
  • Page 33 28181 46262 28161 28164 43617 82505 97581 97580 28158 82409 31060 82505 28177 48723 28161 52475 31060 62707 97567 82506 97515 82366 82506 52475 97568 31060 43658 82558 NHTSA 97569 or 44980 28161 97567 82506 Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...
  • Page 34 Ground Control Panel 52475 Label - Transport Tie-down 82881 Platform Control Panel 82472 Warning - Crushing Hazard 82882 Cosmetic - Genie TZ-50 82473 Caution - Compartment Access (models with engines) 97554 Danger - Electrocution Hazard 97562 Drive Control Panel (models with drive...
  • Page 35 82487 from view, i.e. under covers 82612 or 82667 Platform 82658 40434 82882 82472 43658 or 44980 82614 82614 82473 28158 62707 82548 82472 82475 82672 82472 82560 82475 82481 82475 97567 97568 97554 97567 Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...

  • Page 36: Specifications

    26 psf 127 kg/m (boom functions) (including rated load) 1.25 kPa System voltage Note: Floor loading information is approximate and does not incorporate different option configurations. It should be used only with adequate safety factors. Genie TZ-50 Part No. 82900...
  • Page 37 1.52 m 1.52 m 3.05 m 4.57 m 6.10 m 7.62 m 9.14 m 10.7 m Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Part No. 82900 Genie TZ-50...

  • Page 38: 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 (366-0123...
  • Page 39 800.536.1800 and national towing speed laws 425.883.3475 · Check connections and tire pressure at each stop Genie Australia Pty Ltd. · Slow down for hazardous conditions Phone 1 61 7 3375 1660 · Allow extra distance for following and passing other...

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