Boom - Genie S-60 TraX Service Manual

December 2013
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Boom

How to Remove the Boom
TIp-over hazard. This procedure
requires the removal of the
turntable counterweight. Failure to
remove the counterweight before
removing the boom assembly will
result in the machine tipping over.
Do not remove the boom without
first removing the counterweight.
TIp-over hazard. When installing
the boom onto the machine, the
boom assembly must be first
installed prior to the installation of
the counterweight. If the
counterweight is installed before
the boom assembly, the machine
will tip over resulting in death or
serious injury.
TIp-over hazard. The turntable
counterweight is essential for
machine stability. Failure to install
the counterweight after installing
the boom assembly will
compromise machine stability
resulting in the machine tipping
over. Death or serious injury will
result.
Bodily injury hazard. This
procedure requires specific repair
skills, lifting equipment and a
suitable workshop. Attempting this
procedure without these skills and
tools could result in death or
serious injury and significant
component damage. Dealer
service is strongly recommended.
Part No. 147753
1 Remove the jib boom. See 3-1, How to Remove
2 Remove the cable track. See 4-1, How to
Note: S-60X and S-60XC: Disconnect the two limit
switch connectors at the platform end of the cable
track.
3 Raise the boom until the short and long link arm
4 Place a block of wood measuring
5 Slowly lower the boom until the long link arm
6 Place wood blocks between the short link arm
7 Insert a 1.125 x 12 inches / 32 x 300 mm
8 Securely attach lifting straps or chains with a
Note: A spreader bar and other hardware may be
needed to safely remove the counterweight.
S-60 • S-65 • S-60 TRAX • S-65 TRAX
S-60 HC • S-60X • S-60XC
Section 4 • Repair Procedures
the Jib Boom.
Remove the Cable Track.
to boom pivot pins are above the turntable
covers.
4 x 4 x 60 inches / 10 x 10 x 152 cm under the
long link arm, across the turntable covers.
contacts the wood block. Do not rest the entire
weight of the boom on the block. Turn the
machine off.
Component damage hazard. The
turntable covers can become
damaged if the weight of the boom
is allowed to rest on the block.
and the turntable weldment for support.
eye-bolt through each hole located on the top
surface of the counterweight. Secure the eye-
bolts in position with flat washers and nuts.
minimum rating of 5 tons / 5000 kg to the lifting
points on the top of the turntable counterweight.
Attach the lifting straps or chains to a
5 ton / 5000 kg overhead crane.
BOOM COMPONENTS
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