Genie S-40 Boom Lifts For Sale Instruction Manual

Genie S-40 Boom Lifts For Sale

Specifications

• Serial Number Range: S-40 S-45 (From 14678)
• Regions: North America, South America, Asia
• Edition: Fifth Edition, Sixth Printing
• Part Number: 133026
• Compliance: ANSI/SIA 92.5 CSA B.354.4

Safety Rules and Operating Instructions

Before operating the machine, ensure you have read, understood, and obeyed the safety rules and operating instructions provided in the manual. Only trained and authorized personnel should operate the machine.

Important Points to Note

1. This manual is an essential part of the machine and should be kept with the machine at all times.
2. Contact the provided support in case of any questions.

Hazard Classification

The machine’s decals use symbols, color coding, and signal words to indicate different levels of hazards. Pay attention to these warnings to avoid injury or damage.

Intended Use

The machine is designed to lift personnel, tools, and materials to aerial work sites. It should be used for this specific purpose only.

FAQs

Q: What should I do before operating the machine?
A: Before operating, ensure you have learned and practiced safe machine operation principles, performed a pre-operation inspection, conducted function tests, inspected the workplace, and are properly trained to operate the machine.

Q: What do the different hazard symbols mean?
A: The symbols indicate potential hazards – DANGER signifies a hazardous situation leading to death or serious injury, WARNING indicates potential serious injury, CAUTION warns of minor/moderate injury, and NOTICE conveys property damage messages.

Introduction

Owners, Users and Operators:
Thank you for choosing our machine for your application. Our number one priority is user safety, which is best achieved by our joint efforts. We feel that you make a major contribution to safety if you, as the equipment users and operators:
1 Comply with employer, job site and governmental rules.
2 Read, understand and follow the instructions in this and other manuals supplied with this machine.
3 Use good safe work practices in a commonsense way.
4 Only have trained/certified operators, directed by informed and knowledgeable supervision, running the machine.

Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions

Danger
Failure to obey the instructions and safety rules in this manual will result in death or serious injury.
Do Not Operate Unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine operation contained in this operator’s manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
Know and understand the safety rules before going on to the next section.
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
You read, understand and obey the
manufacturer’s instructions and safety rules–safety and operator’s manuals and machine decals.
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.

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Hazard Classification
Decals on this machine use symbols, color coding and signal words to identify the following:
Safety alert symbol–used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE Indicates a property damage
message.

Intended Use
This machine is intended to be used only to lift personnel, along with their tools and materials to an aerial work site.
Safety Sign Maintenance
Replace any missing or damaged safety signs. Keep operator safety in mind at all times. Use mild soap and water to clean safety signs. Do not use solvent- based cleaners because they may damage the safety sign material.

WARNING
Crush Hazard Death or serious injury may result from platform crushing personnel against boom.
Keep away from path of moving platform.

DANGER
Tip-over Hazard Altering or disabling limit switches can result in machine tip-over. Machine tip-over will result in death or serious injury.
Do not alter or disable limit switch(s).
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Keep away from moving parts.
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Fall Hazard Death or serious injury may result from climbing or riding on boom.

Keep off this surface.
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Explosion Hazard Death or serious injury can result from the use of ether or other high energy starting aids.
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Do not use ether or other high energy starting aids on machines equipped with glow plugs.
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DANGER
Explosion / Burn Hazard Ignition of explosive gases or contact with corrosive acid will cause death, burns or blindness

Keep all open flames and sparks away. Wear personal protective equipment, including face shield, gloves and long sleeve shirt.
READ MANUALS Read all manuals prior to operation.
DO NOT OPERATE equipment if you do not understand the information in the manuals.
Consult your supervisor, the owner or the manufacturer.
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Personal Safety
Personal Fall Protection
Personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) is required when operating this machine. Occupants must wear a safety belt or harness in accordance with governmental regulations. Attach the lanyard to the anchor provided in the platform. Operators must comply with employer, job site and governmental rules regarding the use of personal protective equipment. All PFPE must comply with applicable governmental regulations, and must be inspected and used in accordance with the PFPE manufacturer’s instructions.

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Work Area Safety
Electrocution Hazards
This machine is not electrically insulated and will not provide protection from contact with or proximity to electrical current.
Obey all local and governmental regulations regarding required clearance from electrical power lines. At a minimum, the required clearance contained in the chart below must be followed.

Keep away from the machine if it contacts energized power lines. Personnel on the ground or in the platform must not touch or operate the machine until energized power lines are shut off.
Do not operate the machine during lightning or storms.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.

Line Voltage 0 to 50KV 50 to 200KV 200 to 350KV 350 to 500KV 500 to 750KV 750 to 1000KV

Required Clearance

10 ft

3.05 m

15 ft

4.60 m

20 ft

6.10 m

25 ft

7.62 m

35 ft

10.67 m

45 ft

13.72 m

Allow for platform movement, electrical line sway or sag, and beware of strong or gusty winds.

Tip-over Hazards
Occupants, equipment and materials shall not exceed the maximum platform capacity for the restricted or unrestricted range of motion.

Maximum platform capacity Maximum occupants

500 lbs 227 kg 2

The weight of options and accessories, such as pipe cradles, panel cradles and welders, will reduce the rated platform capacity and must be subtracted from the platform capacity. See the decals with the options and accessories.
If using accessories, read, understand and obey the decals, instructions and manuals with the accessory.

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Do not raise or extend the boom unless the machine is on a firm, level surface.
Do not depend on the tilt alarm as a level indicator. The tilt alarm sounds in the platform only when the machine is on a severe slope. If the tilt alarm sounds when the platform is raised, use extreme caution. Identify the condition of the boom on the slope as shown below. Follow the steps to lower the boom before moving to a firm, level surface. Do not rotate the boom while lowering.
If the tilt alarm sounds with the platform uphill: 1 Lower the boom. 2 Retract the boom.
If the tilt alarm sounds with the platform downhill: 1 Retract the boom. 2 Lower the boom.

Do not raise the boom when wind speeds may exceed 28 mph / 12.5 m/s. If wind speeds exceed 28 mph / 12.5 m/s when the boom is raised, lower the boom and do not continue to operate the machine.
Do not operate the machine in strong or gusty winds. Do not increase the surface area of the platform or the load. Increasing the area exposed to the wind will decrease machine stability.
Use extreme care and slow speeds while driving the machine in the stowed position across uneven terrain, debris, unstable or slippery surfaces and near holes and drop-offs.
Do not drive the machine on or near uneven terrain, unstable surfaces or other hazardous conditions with the boom raised or extended.
Do not use the machine as a crane.
Do not push the machine or other objects with the boom.
Do not contact adjacent structures with the boom.
Do not tie the boom or platform to adjacent structures.
Do not place loads outside the platform perimeter.

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Do not push off or pull toward any object outside of the platform.
Maximum allowable side force ­ ANSI & CSA 150 lbs / 667 N
Maximum allowable manual force ­ AUS 90 lbs / 400N
Do not alter or disable machine components that in any way affect safety and stability.
Do not replace items critical to machine stability with items of different weight or specification.
Do not replace factory-installed tires with tires of different specification or ply rating.
Do not modify or alter an aerial work platform without prior written permission from the manufacturer. Mounting attachments for holding tools or other materials onto the platform, toeboards or guard rail system can increase the weight in the platform and the surface area of the platform or the load.

Do not place or attach fixed or overhanging loads to any part of this machine.
Do not place ladders or scaffolds in the platform or against any part of this machine.
Do not transport tools and materials unless they are evenly distributed and can be safely handled by person(s) in the platform. Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile surface or vehicle. Be sure all tires are in good condition, air-filled tires are properly inflated and lug nuts are properly tightened. Do not use the platform controls to free a platform that is caught, snagged or otherwise prevented from normal motion by an adjacent structure. All personnel must be removed from the platform before attempting to free the platform using the ground controls.

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Operation on Slopes Hazards
Do not drive the machine on a slope that exceeds the maximum uphill, downhill or side slope rating of the machine. Slope rating applies only to machines in the stowed position.

Maximum slope rating, stowed position, 2WD

Platform downhill Platform uphill Side slope

30% (17°) 15% (9°)
25% (14°)

Maximum slope rating, stowed position, 4WD

Platform downhill

40% (22°)

Platform uphill

40% (22°)

Side slope

25% (14°)

Note: Slope rating is subject to ground conditions and adequate traction. See Driving on a Slope in the Operating Instructions section.

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Fall Hazards
Occupants must wear a safety belt or harness in accordance with governmental regulations. Attach the lanyard to the anchor provided in the platform.
Do not sit, stand or climb on the platform guard rails. Maintain a firm footing on the platform floor at all times.
Do not climb down from the platform when raised.

Keep the platform floor clear of debris.
Lower the platform entry mid-rail or close the entry gate before operating.
Do not enter or exit the platform unless the machine is in the stowed position and the platform is at ground level.

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Collision Hazards
Be aware of limited sight distance and blind spots when driving or operating.

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Do not lower the boom unless the area below is clear of personnel and obstructions.

Be aware of the boom position and tailswing when rotating the turntable.
Check the work area for overhead obstructions or other possible hazards.

Limit travel speed according to the condition of the ground surface, congestion, slope, location of personnel, and any other factors which may cause collision.

Be aware of crushing hazards when grasping the platform guard rail.

Do not operate a boom in the path of any crane unless the controls of the crane have been locked out and/or precautions have been taken to prevent any potential collision.
No stunt driving or horseplay while operating a machine.

Operators must comply with employer, job site and governmental rules regarding use of personal protective equipment.
Observe and use the color-coded direction arrows on the platform controls and drive chassis for drive and steer functions.

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Bodily Injury Hazard
Always operate the machine in a well-ventilated area to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
Do not operate the machine with a hydraulic oil or air leak. An air leak or hydraulic leak can penetrate and/or burn skin.
Improper contact with components under any cover will cause serious injury. Only trained maintenance personnel should access compartments. Access by the operator is only advised when performing a pre-operation inspection. All compartments must remain closed and secured during operation.

Explosion and Fire Hazards
Do not start the engine if you smell or detect liquid petroleum gas (LPG), gasoline, diesel fuel or other explosive substances.
Do not refuel the machine with the engine running.
Refuel the machine and charge the battery only in an open, well-ventilated area away from sparks, flames and lighted tobacco.
Do not operate the machine or charge the battery in hazardous locations or locations where potentially flammable or explosive gases or particles may be present.
Do not spray ether into engines equipped with glow plugs.

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Damaged Machine Hazards
Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection of the machine and test all functions before each work shift. Immediately tag and remove from service a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
Be sure all maintenance has been performed as specified in this manual and the appropriate Genie service manual.
Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
Be sure the operator’s, safety and responsibilities manuals are complete, legible and in the storage container located on the machine.
Component Damage Hazards
Do not use any battery or charger greater than 12V to jump-start the engine.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Do not operate the machine where extremely high magnetic fields may be present.

Battery Safety

Burn Hazards

Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective clothing and eye wear when working with batteries.
Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda and water.

Explosion Hazards
Keep sparks, flames and lighted tobacco away from batteries. Batteries emit explosive gas.

Electrocution Hazard Avoid contact with electrical terminals.

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Welder Safety
Read, understand and obey all warnings and instructions provided with the welding power unit.
Do not connect weld leads or cables unless the welding power unit is turned off at the platform controls.
Do not operate unless the weld cables are properly connected and the welder is properly grounded.
The weight of the welder will reduce the rated platform capacity and must be factored into the total platform load. The welder power supply weighs 75 lbs / 34 kg.
Do not operate the welder unless a fire extinguisher is immediately available for instant use, per OSHA regulation 1926.352(d).

Weld Line to Platform Safety
Read, understand and obey all warnings and instructions provided with the welding power unit.
Do not connect weld leads or cables unless the welding power unit is turned off at the platform controls.
Do not operate unless the weld cables are properly connected.
Connect the positive lead to the twist-lock connector at the turntable and platform.
Clamp the negative lead to the ground post at the turntable and platform.

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Pipe Cradle Safety
Read, understand and obey all warnings and instructions provided with the pipe cradles.
Do not exceed the rated platform capacity. The pipe cradle assembly and the weight in the pipe cradles will reduce rated platform capacity and must be factored into total platform load.
The pipe cradle assembly weighs 21 lbs / 9.5 kg.
The maximum capacity of the pipe cradle assembly is 200 lbs / 91 kg.
The weight of the pipe cradle assembly and the load in the pipe cradles may limit the maximum number of occupants in platform.
Center the load within the perimeter of the platform.
Secure the load to the platform.
Do not obstruct the entrance or the exit of the platform.
Do not obstruct the ability to operate the platform controls or the red Emergency Stop button.
Do not operate unless you are adequately instructed and are aware of all of the hazards associated with movement of the platform with an overhanging load.
Do not cause a horizontal force or side load to machine by raising or lowering a fixed or overhanging load.
Electrocution Hazard: Keep pipes away from all energized electrical conductors.

Panel Cradle Safety
Read, understand and obey all warnings and instructions provided with the panel cradles.
Do not exceed the rated platform capacity. The combined weight of the cradles, panels, occupants, tools and any other equipment must not exceed rated capacity.
The panel cradle assembly weighs 30 lbs / 13.6 kg.
The maximum capacity of the panel cradles is 250 lbs / 113 kg.
The weight of the panel cradles and the load in the panel cradles may limit the maximum number of occupants in platform to one person.
Secure the cradles to the platform. Secure the panel(s) to the platform railing using the straps provided.
Do not operate unless you are adequately instructed and are aware of all hazards associated with lifting panels.
Do not cause a horizontal force or side load to machine by raising or lowering a fixed or overhanging load.
Maximum vertical height of panels: 4 ft / 1.2 m
Maximum wind speed:15 mph / 6.7 m/sec
Maximum panel area: 32 sq ft / 3 m2

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Tow Package Safety
Read, understand and obey all warnings and instructions provided with the tow package.
When vehicle is in free-wheel configuration, there are no brakes and machine may move, resulting in death, serious injury or property damage.
Do not exceed maximum towing speed, or maximum towing time.

Maximum tow speed
Maximum towing time at 6 mph / 10 km/h
Maximum towing time at 4.5 mph / 7.2 km/h

6 mph / 10 km/h 30 minutes 60 minutes

Lockout After Each Use
1 Select a safe parking location–firm level surface, clear of obstruction and traffic.
2 Retract and lower the boom to the stowed position.
3 Rotate the turntable so that the boom is between the non-steer wheels.
4 Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key to secure from unauthorized use.

Ground Control Panel
1 LCD readout screen
Screen displays hour meter, voltage, oil pressure and coolant temperature. Screen also displays fault codes and other service information.
2 Not used
3 Gasoline/LPG models: Fuel select switch
Move the fuel select switch to the gasoline position to select gasoline. Move the fuel select switch to the LPG position to select LPG.
4 Check engine light
Light on and engine stopped: Tag the machine and remove from service. Light on and engine still running: Contact service personnel within 24 hours.
5 Function enable switch
Move the function enable switch to either side to enable the functions on the ground control panel to operate.

6 Engine start switch
Move the engine start switch to either side to start the engine.
7 Emergency power switch
Use emergency power if the primary power source (engine) fails. Simultaneously hold the emergency power switch to either side and activate the desired function.
8 Machine malfunction indicator light
Light on indicates all functions have stopped. See the instructions in the Operating Instructions section.
9 Boom up/down switch
Move the boom up/down switch up and the boom will raise. Move the boom up/down switch down and the boom will lower.
10 Function enable button
Press and hold the function enable button to enable the functions on the ground control panel to operate.
11 Circuit breakers
12 Key switch for off/ground/platform selection
Turn the key switch to the off position and the machine will be off. Turn the key switch to the ground position and the ground controls will operate. Turn the key switch to the platform position and the platform controls will operate.

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13 Red Emergency Stop button
Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the off position to stop all functions and turn the engine off. Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the on position to operate the machine.
14 Not used
15 Jib boom up/down switch
Move the jib boom switch up and the jib boom will raise. Move the jib boom switch down and the jib boom will lower.
16 Platform level switch
Move the platform level switch up and the level of the platform will raise. Move the platform level switch down and the level of the platform will lower.
17 Boom extend/retract switch
Move the boom extend/retract switch to the right and the boom will extend. Move the boom extend/retract switch to the left and the boom will retract.
18 Platform rotate switch
Move the platform rotate switch to the right and the platform will rotate to the right. Move the platform rotate switch to the left and the platform will rotate to the left.

19 Turntable rotate switch
Move the turntable rotate switch to the right and the turntable will rotate to the right. Move the turntable rotate switch to the left and the turntable will rotate to the left.
20 Gasoline/LPG models: Coolant temperature gauge Models equipped with Deutz diesel engine: Oil temperature gauge. Models equipped with Perkins diesel engine: Coolant temperature gauge.
21 Oil pressure gauge
22 Voltage gauge
23 Hour meter
The hour meter displays the number of hours the machine has operated.
24 Deutz Diesel Models: Glow plug switch (if equipped)
Move the glow plug switch to either side and hold for 3 to 5 seconds.
Perkins Models: Glow plug indicator light.
25 15A breaker for engine electrical circuits
26 20A breaker for oil cooler and options
27 15A breaker for control electrical circuits
28 Not used

DRIVE ENABLE OPERATION
Light on indicates that boom has moved past a non-steer tire and drive function is turned off. To drive, hold drive enable switch to side and slowly move drive control handle. Machine may drive in opposite direction that drive and steer controls are moved.
Use color-coded direction arrows on this panel and drive chassis to identify the direction machine will travel.

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Platform Control Panel
1 Horn button
Press this button and the horn will sound. Release the button and the horn will stop.
2 Platform level switch
Move the platform level switch up and the level of the platform will raise. Move the platform level switch down and the level of the platform will lower.
3 Platform rotate switch
Move the platform rotate switch to the right and the platform will rotate to the right. Move the platform rotate switch to the left and the platform will rotate to the left.
4 Jib boom up/down switch
Move the jib boom switch up and the jib boom will raise. Move the jib boom switch down and the jib boom will lower.
5 Emergency power switch
Use emergency power if the primary power source (engine) fails. Simultaneously hold the emergency power switch to either side and activate the desired function.

6 Drive speed select switch
Machine on incline symbol: Low range operation for inclines. Machine on level surface symbol: High range operation for maximum drive speed.
7 Deutz Diesel Models: Glow plug switch (if equipped)
Move the glow plug switch to either side and hold for 3 to 5 seconds.
Perkins Models: Glow plug indicator light.
8 Engine start switch
Move the engine start switch to either side to start the engine.
9 Engine idle (rpm) select switch
Move the engine idle select switch to the turtle position for foot switch activated low idle. Move the engine idle select switch to the rabbit position for foot switch activated high idle.
10 Gasoline/LPG models: Fuel select switch
Move the fuel select switch to the gasoline position to select gasoline. Move the fuel select switch to the LPG position to select LPG.
11 Models with LCD screen: Engine shut-down indicator light
Light on indicates that the engine has shut down. Contact service personnel.

12 Red Emergency Stop button
Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the off position to stop all functions and turn the engine off. Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the on position to operate the machine.
13 Dual axis proportional control handle for drive and steer functions OR Proportional control handle for drive function and thumb rocker for steer function.
Move the control handle in the direction indicated by the blue arrow on the control panel and the machine will drive forward. Move the control handle in the direction indicated by the yellow arrow and the machine will drive backwards. Move the control handle in the direction indicated by the blue triangle and the machine will steer to the left. Move the control handle in the direction indicated by the yellow triangle and the machine will steer to the right. OR Move the control handle in the direction indicated by the blue arrow on the control panel and the machine will drive forward. Move the control handle in the direction indicated by the yellow arrow and the machine will drive backwards. Press the left side of the thumb rocker and the machine will steer to the left. Press the right side of the thumb rocker and the machine will steer to the right.

14 Not used
15 Machine not level indicator light (if equipped)
The machine not level indicator light will come on when the tilt alarm sounds.

16 Drive enable indicator light
Light on indicates that the boom has moved just past either non-steer wheel and drive function has been interrupted.
17 Drive enable switch
To drive when the drive enable light is on, hold the drive enable switch to either side and slowly move the drive control handle off center. Be aware that the machine may move in the opposite direction that the drive and steer controls are moved.
18 Boom extend/retract switch
Move the boom extend/retract switch to the right and the boom will extend. Move the boom extend/retract switch to the left and the boom will retract.
19 Used for optional equipment
20 Dual axis proportional control handle for boom up/down and turntable rotate left/right functions
Move the control handle up and the boom will raise. Move the control handle down and the boom will lower.
Move the control handle to the right and the turntable will rotate to the right. Move the control handle to the left and the turntable will rotate to the left.

Inspections
Do Not Operate Unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine operation contained in this operator’s manual. 1 Avoid hazardous situations. 2 Always perform a pre-operation
inspection. Know and understand the pre-operation inspection before going on to the next section. 3 Always perform function tests prior to use. 4 Inspect the workplace. 5 Only use the machine as it was intended.

Pre-operation Inspection Fundamentals
It is the responsibility of the operator to perform a pre-operation inspection and routine maintenance.
The pre-operation inspection is a visual inspection performed by the operator prior to each work shift. The inspection is designed to discover if anything is apparently wrong with a machine before the operator performs the function tests.
The pre-operation inspection also serves to determine if routine maintenance procedures are required. Only routine maintenance items specified in this manual may be performed by the operator.
Refer to the list on the next page and check each of the items.
If damage or any unauthorized variation from factory delivered condition is discovered, the machine must be tagged and removed from service.
Repairs to the machine may only be made by a qualified service technician, according to the manufacturer’s specifications. After repairs are completed, the operator must perform a pre-operation inspection again before going on to the function tests.
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be performed by qualified service technicians, according to the manufacturer’s specifications and the requirements listed in the responsibilities manual.

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 for engine oil leaks and proper oil level. Add oil if needed. See Maintenance section.
Check for engine coolant leaks and proper level of coolant. Add coolant if needed. See Maintenance section.
Check for proper tire pressure. Add air 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 hoses, fittings, cylinders and manifolds
Fuel and hydraulic tanks
Drive and turntable motors and drive hubs

ear pads Tires and wheels Engine and related components Limit switches and horn Alarms and beacons (if equipped) Nuts, bolts and other fasteners Platform entry mid-rail or gate
Check entire machine for:
Cracks in welds or structural components Dents or damage to machine Excessive rust, corrosion or oxidation Be sure that all structural and other critical components are present and all associated fasteners and pins are in place and properly tightened. After you complete your inspection, be sure that all compartment covers are in place and latched.

Do Not Operate Unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine operation contained in this operator’s manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
Know and understand the function tests before going on to the next section.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.

Function Test Fundamentals
The function tests are designed to discover any malfunctions before the machine is put into service. The operator must follow the step-by-step instructions to test all machine functions.
A malfunctioning machine must never be used. If malfunctions are discovered, the machine must be tagged and removed from service. Repairs to the machine may only be made by a qualified service technician, according to the manufacturer’s specifications.
After repairs are completed, the operator must perform a pre-operation inspection and function tests again before putting the machine into service.

At the Ground Controls
1 Select a test area that is firm, level and free of obstruction.
2 Turn the key switch to ground control.
3 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the on position.
Result: The beacons (if equipped) should flash.
4 Start the engine. See Operating Instructions section.
Test Emergency Stop
5 Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the off position.
Result: The engine should shut off and no functions should operate.
6 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the on position and restart the engine.
Test the Hydraulic Return Filter
7 Move the engine idle select switch to high idle (rabbit symbol).
8 Locate and check the hydraulic filter condition indicator.
Result: The filter should be operating with the plunger or the needle in the green area.
9 Move the engine idle select switch to foot switch activated high idle (rabbit and foot switch symbol).

Test Machine Functions
10 Do not push the function enable button. Attempt to activate each boom and platform function toggle switch.
OR
Do not hold the function enable switch to either side. Attempt to activate each boom and platform function toggle switch.
Result: No boom and platform functions should operate.
11 Push and hold the function enable button and activate each boom and platform function toggle switch. or
Push and hold the function enable switch to either side and activate each boom and platform function toggle switch.
Result: All boom and platform functions should operate through a full cycle. The descent alarm (if equipped) should sound while the boom is lowering.

Test the Tilt Sensor 12 Pull out the platform red Emergency Stop
button to the on position. Turn the key switch to platform control.
13 Open the tank side turntable cover and locate the tilt sensor next to the control box.
14 Press down one side of the tilt sensor.
Result: The alarm, located in the platform, should sound.
Test Emergency Controls 15 Turn the key switch to ground control and shut
the engine off. 16 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the
on position.
17 Simultaneously hold the emergency power switch on and activate each boom function toggle switch.
OR

At the Platform Controls
Test Emergency Stop 1 Enter the platform and pull out the red
Emergency Stop button. Start the engine. 2 Push in the platform red Emergency Stop
button to the off position. Result: The engine should shut off and no functions should operate. 3 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button and restart the engine.
Test the Horn 4 Press the horn button.
Result: The horn should sound.

Note: To conserve battery power, test each function through a partial cycle.
Result: All boom functions should operate.

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Test the Foot Switch
5 Push in the platform red Emergency Stop button to the off position.
6 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the on position and do not start the engine.
7 Press down the foot switch and attempt to start the engine by moving the start toggle switch to either side.
Result: The engine should not start.
8 Do not press down the foot switch and restart the engine.
Result: The engine should start.
9 Do not press down the foot switch and test each machine function.
Result: No functions should operate.

Test Machine Functions
10 Press down the foot switch.
11 Activate each machine function control handle, toggle switch or button.
Result: All functions should operate through a full cycle.
Test the Steering
12 Press down the foot switch.
13 Press the thumb rocker switch on top of the drive control handle in the direction indicated by the blue triangle on the control panel OR slowly move the control handle in the direction indicated by the blue triangle.
Result: The steer wheels should turn in the direction that the blue triangles point on the drive chassis.
14 Press the thumb rocker switch in the direction indicated by the yellow triangle on the control panel OR slowly move the control handle in the direction indicated by the yellow triangle.
Result: The steer wheels should turn in the direction that the yellow triangles point on the drive chassis.

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Test Drive and Braking
15 Press down the foot switch.
16 Slowly move the drive control handle in the direction indicated by the blue arrow on the control panel until the machine begins to move, then return the handle to the center position.
Result: The machine should move in the direction that the blue arrow points on the drive chassis, then come to an abrupt stop.
17 Slowly move the control handle in the direction indicated by the yellow arrow on the control panel until the machine begins to move, then return the handle to the center position.
Result: The machine should move in the direction that the yellow arrow points on the drive chassis, then come to an abrupt stop.
Note: The brakes must be able to hold the machine on any slope it is able to climb.

Test the Oscillating Axle (if equipped)
18 Start the engine from the platform controls.
19 Drive the right steer tire up onto a 6 in / 15 cm block or curb.
Result: The three remaining tires should stay in firm contact with the ground.
20 Drive the left steer tire up onto a 6 in / 15 cm block or curb.
Result: The three remaining tires should stay in firm contact with the ground.
21 Drive both steer tires up onto a 6 in / 15 cm block or curb.
Result: The non-steer tires should stay in firm contact with the ground.

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Test the Drive Enable System
22 Press down the foot switch and lower the boom to the stowed position.
23 Rotate the turntable until the boom moves past one of the non-steer tracks.
Result: The drive enable indicator light should come on and remain on while the boom is anywhere in the range shown.
24 Move the drive control handle off center.
Result: The drive function should not operate.
25 Move and hold the drive enable toggle switch to either side and slowly move the drive control handle off center.
Result: The drive function should operate.
Note: When the drive enable system is in use, the machine may drive in the opposite direction that the drive and steer control handle is moved.
Use the color-coded direction arrows on the platform controls and the drive chassis to identify the direction of travel.

Test Limited Drive Speed 26 Press down the foot switch. 27 Raise the boom to just above horizontal.
28 Slowly move the control handle to full drive position. Result: The maximum achievable drive speed with the boom raised should not exceed 1 ft / 30 cm per second.
29 Lower the boom to the stowed position. 30 Extend the boom 1 foot / 30 cm. 31 Slowly move the control handle to full drive
position. Result: The maximum achievable drive speed with the boom extended should not exceed 1 ft / 30 cm per second. If the drive speed with the boom raised or extended exceeds 1 ft / 30 cm per second, immediately tag and remove the machine from service.

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Test Emergency Controls
32 Shut off the engine.
33 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the on position.
34 Press down the foot switch.
35 Simultaneously hold the emergency power switch on and activate each function control handle or toggle switch.
Note: To conserve battery power, test each function through a partial cycle.
Result: All boom and steer functions should operate. Drive functions should not operate with emergency power.

Test the Lift/Drive Select Function (if equipped)
36 Press down the foot switch.
37 Move the drive control handle off center and activate a boom function toggle switch.
Result: No boom functions should operate. The machine will move in the direction indicated on the control panel.
Repair any malfunctions before operating the machine.

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Do Not Operate Unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine operation contained in this operator’s manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect the workplace.
Know and understand the workplace inspection before going on to the next section.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.

Workplace Inspection Checklist
Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous situations:
drop-offs or holes bumps, floor obstructions or debris sloped surfaces unstable or slippery surfaces overhead obstructions and high voltage
conductors hazardous locations inadequate surface support to withstand all
load forces imposed by the machine wind and weather conditions the presence of unauthorized personnel other possible unsafe conditions

Workplace Inspection Fundamentals
The workplace inspection helps the operator determine if the workplace is suitable for safe machine operation. It should be performed by the operator prior to moving the machine to the workplace.
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.

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