Read and understand these Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before operating the Genie Boom Z-30/20HD or the Genie Boom Z-30/20. Do not permit anyone to use the machine who does not understand the material in this document. Keep these instructions in the water-tight plastic tube on the machine at all times for operator reference.
SAFETY RULES • Before using the Genie Boom Z-30/20HD or the Genie Boom Z-30/20, thoroughly inspect machine for damage such as cracked welds, hydraulic leaks, damaged control cables, loose wires and connections or tire damage. Do not use damaged equipment. (Contact Genie Industries for instructions.) Do not change operating or safety system.
PRE-OPERATIONAL & SAFETY INSPECTION • Open module covers. (Photos 1, 2, 3, & 4) • Visually inspect machine for any damage or missing parts. • Check that platform is secured, with all fasteners in place. • Check hydraulic oil level with platform fully lowered and boom completely retracted. Oil should be within 1 inch / 2.5 cm of tank top.
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CAREFULLY STUDY INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE 1-Open module cover 2-Open module cover 4-Open module cover 5-Check hydraulic oil 3-Open module cover 6-Check battery terminals 7-Check battery charger 8-Check tires and wheels 9-Operate machine from ground...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS UNDERSTAND FUNCTIONS OF ALL CONTROLS BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE TURNING ON MACHINE • Select POWER ON mode on control console. (Photo 10) ACTIVATING EMERGENCY STOP • To de-activate lift and drive controls at the platform and set machine parking brake, close EMERGENCY STOP red toggle switch cover.
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CAREFULLY STUDY INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE 10-POWER ON mode 11-EMERGENCY STOP 12-Boom retracted and lowered 13-DRIVE mode 14-Foot switch 15-Accelerator lever 16-Steering switch...
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) LEVELING PLATFORM (Z-30/20) • Before raising or lowering platform, always disengage platform locking pin so that platform will self- level. To disengage locking pin, pull knob and turn 90° in either direction. (Photo 17) • When desired working position is reached, engage platform locking pin by turning knob until pin locks in place.
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CAREFULLY STUDY INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE 19-LIFT mode 17-Platform locking pin 18-Platform rotation 20-BOOM RISER UP 21-BOOM UP 22-BOOM EXTEND...
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) ROTATING TURRET • Check for obstructions around turret turntable and platform. • Select LIFT mode on control console. (Photo 19) • Operate TURRET ROTATION toggle switch on control console. (Photo 23) Turret will rotate in either direction. TRAVELING WITH PLATFORM UP - LEVEL SURFACE •...
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CAREFULLY STUDY INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE 13-DRIVE mode 14-Foot switch 15-Accelerator lever 23-TURRET ROTATION 24-BOOM RETRACT 19-LIFT mode 25-BOOM DOWN 26-BOOM RISER DOWN 27-Emergency controls...
TRANSPORT LIFTING • Weight of Genie Boom Z-30/20HD is approximately 9,000 lbs / 4082 kg. Weight of Genie Boom Z-30/ 20 is approximately 5,500 lbs / 2495 kg. • Use fork truck pockets provided on either side of machine under counterbalance weights. (Photo 28) SECURING TO TRUCK OR TRAILER FOR ROAD TRANSIT •...
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• For complete list of required Maintenance Service consult the “Genie Boom Operating and Maintenance Manual.”...
8500 lbs 3855 kg Maximum load capacity 500 lb 227 kg 46 inch (117 cm) platform Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change Wheelbase 6 ft 1.83 m without notice or obligation.
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5500 lbs 2495 kg Maximum load capacity 300 lb 136 kg 46 inch (117 cm) platform Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change Wheelbase 6 ft 1.83 m without notice or obligation.
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Seller reserves the right to make any changes in design or add any • Damage from environment: improvements on its basic product or any accessories thereto at any time · airborne fallout without incurring any obligation to install such improvements on any Genie . job-site hazards · chemicals . lightning Booms or accessory previously purchased.
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