Genie TMZ-50/30, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Distributed By Towing Checklist Use at each stop Genie North America Genie Australia Pty Ltd Genie China Genie Malaysia Genie Japan Genie Korea Genie Brasil Genie Holland Phone Toll Free Fax Phone Fax...

Page 2: ...ese safety rules and operating instructions before operating this machine Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to operate this machine This manual should be considered a permanent...

Page 3: ...ardous 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 workpl...

Page 4: ...nd beware of strong or gusty winds 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 powe...

Page 5: ...Increasing the area exposed to the wind will decrease machine stability Do not alter or disable machine components that in any way affect safety and stability Do not replace items critical to machine...

Page 6: ...possible hazards It is recommended that operators wear an approved hard hat when operating the machine Do not lower the boom unless the area below is clear of personnel and obstructions Do not operate...

Page 7: ...d in the storage container located on the platform Towing Hazards Read understand and obey all of your tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations warnings and instructions before towing this machine D...

Page 8: ...before operating Collision Hazard Be aware of crushing hazards when grasping the platform guard rail Personnel Lifting Configuration Tip over Hazards Do not use the platform as a crane Do not place lo...

Page 9: ...bjects Optional Drive System Tip over Hazards Use extreme care and slow speeds while driving the machine in the stowed position across uneven terrain debris unstable or slippery surfaces and near hole...

Page 10: ...Damage Hazards Do not use any battery charger greater than 24V to charge the batteries Do not expose the batteries or the charger to water or rain Electrocution Hazards Connect the battery charger to...

Page 11: ...uation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Orange used to indicate the presence of a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injur...

Page 12: ...tery indicator light 11 Function enable speed select buttons 12 Turntable rotate right button 13 Engine start button 14 Horn button 15 Turntable rotate left button 16 Secondary boom down button 17 Sec...

Page 13: ...e button 7 Battery charge indicator 8 Boom function speed controller 9 Turntable rotate left right toggle switch 10 Secondary boom up down toggle 11 Platform level up down toggle 12 Primary boom up do...

Page 14: ...20 Horn button 21 Turntable rotate left button 22 Secondry boom down button 23 Secondary boom up button 24 Primary boom down button 25 Primary boom up button Gasoline models with LED diagnostic readou...

Page 15: ...le switch 6 Engine start button 7 Outrigger button 8 Choke button 9 Key switch for ground off platform selection 10 Horn button 11 Turntable rotate left right toggle 12 Platform level up down toggle 1...

Page 16: ...omatic leveling button 4 Red Emergency Stop button 5 Drive and steer controller 6 Horn button 7 Drive function enable button 8 Retract outrigger s enable button 1 Outrigger s extend enable button 2 Au...

Page 17: ...fore 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 manu...

Page 18: ...onents if equipped R Boom components and wear pads R Tires and wheels R Trailer lights and reflectors PRE OPERATION INSPECTION R Parking brake components R Outriggers and foot pads R Alarms and horn R...

Page 19: ...w the inspector to identify changes in oil level that might indicate the presence of hydraulic system problems 1 Be sure the boom is in the stowed position and the outriggers are retracted 2 Visually...

Page 20: ...0 F 15 5 C synthetic 5W 30 10 F to 90 23 C to 32 C 10W 40 Temperature above 4 F 34 C 15W 40 Engine oil should have properties of API classification CD CE CF or CG grades Units ship with 10W 40 SG CC C...

Page 21: ...or excessive tread wear is found Tires and wheels must be replaced with tires and wheels of the specifications listed 2 Check each wheel for damage bends and cracks Result Replace the wheel if any da...

Page 22: ...of any kind to level the machine 8 Check the interlock display Be sure that all four display lights are on 9 Start the engine if equipped See Operating Instructions section Function Tests Do Not Oper...

Page 23: ...he boom rest Extend the primary boom approximately 12 inches 30 cm 20 Locate the tilt sensor on the chassis near the ground controls 21 Press down one side of the tilt sensor and place the tilt sensor...

Page 24: ...UNCTION TESTS Test the Drive and Steering If equipped 30 Be sure the platform is fully lowered The drive function will not operate unless the platform is fully lowered 31 Set the parking brake on the...

Page 25: ...m functions should not operate 15 Push and hold the auto level button Push and hold the extend outrigger button The outriggers will lower and adjust to level the machine and raise the wheels slightly...

Page 26: ...ss the platform is fully lowered 30 Set the parking brake on the tongue The drive function will not operate unless the parking brake is set 31 Push and hold the auto level button Push and hold the ret...

Page 27: ...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...

Page 28: ...terlock display lights are on at the ground control panel Operating Instructions Do Not Operate Unless You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator s manu...

Page 29: ...engine to the on position Diesel models Turn the key switch on the engine to the vertical position 4 Push the engine start button Gasoline models with LED diagnostic readout To activate the choke pus...

Page 30: ...15 seconds of cranking determine the cause and repair any malfunction Wait 60 seconds before trying to start again All models In extreme cold conditions 20 F 6 C and below warm the engine for 5 minut...

Page 31: ...reduced speed Auxiliary power mode is intended for short term use DC Models Manual Lowering All boom functions can be operated with the hand pump located under the function manifold side cover 1 Sele...

Page 32: ...ine and raise the wheels slightly off the ground Note The machine level indicator light on the drive control panel should be on Transport 1 Set the parking brake 2 Secure the boom with the hold down l...

Page 33: ...er to jackknife Let up on the gas pedal and keep the steering wheel straight If the vehicle and or trailer travels off the paved road hold the steering wheel firmly and let up on the gas pedal Do not...

Page 34: ...he controls up and off 5 Open the controls side turntable cover 6 Disconnect the electrical cord on the bottom right side of the ground control box Connect the platform control cord disconnected in st...

Page 35: ...e bottom of the fill tube Do not overfill Dry Battery Filling and Charging Instructions 1 Remove the battery vent caps and permanently remove the plastic seal from the battery vent openings 2 Fill eac...

Page 36: ...ext page to verify that all decals are legible and in place Below is a numerical list with quantities and descriptions Part No Description Quantity 59625 Platform Control Panel 1 62698 Cosmetic Genie...

Page 37: ...ual Second Edition Second Printing Part No 114255 Genie TMZ 50 30 35 Not on DC Models Not on Gas and Diesel All decals appear on Bi Fuel Models Not on units with english decals DECALS 800 610 4101 Act...

Page 38: ...50AH Batteries Power source Honda GX340 11 Hp Gasoline Models Power source Hatz 1B30 7 Hp Diesel Models Platform dimensions 48 in x 30 in length x width 1 22 m x 76 cm Platform leveling self leveling...

Page 39: ...If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot bec...