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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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...
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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...
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...
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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...
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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...
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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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...
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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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...
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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...
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...
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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...
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...
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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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