Part No. 133554
Genie TZ-34/20
9
Operator’s Manual
Fourth Edition • Fourth Printing
General Safety
Keep off this surface.
WARNING
Fall Hazard
Death or serious injury may result
from climbing or riding on boom.
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Boom and Platform Views
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Explosion Hazards
Do not start engine if you smell or detect liquid
petroleum gas (LPG), gasoline, diesel fuel or other
explosive substances.
Do not refuel machine with engine running.
Electrocution Hazards
This machine is
not
electrically
insulated and will
not
provide
protection from contact with or
proximity to electrical current.
Maintain safe distances from
electrical power lines and
apparatus in accordance with
applicable governmental
regulations and the following
chart.
Minimum Safe Approach Distance
Voltage
Distance
Phase to Phase
Feet
Meters
0 to 300V
Avoid Contact
300V to 50KV
10
3.05
50KV to 200KV
15
4.60
200KV to 350KV
20
6.10
350KV to 500KV
25
7.62
500KV to 750KV
35
10.67
750KV to 1000KV
45
13.72
Fall Hazards
Occupants must wear a safety
belt or harness in accordance
with governmental regulations.
Attach lanyard to anchor
provided in 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.
Lower platform entry mid-rail or close entry gate before
operating.
Collision Hazard
Be aware of crushing hazard when grasping platform
guard rail.
Check work area for overhead obstructions or other
possible hazards.
Do not lower the boom unless the area below is clear of
personnel and obstructions.
Damaged Machine Hazards
Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
Be sure all maintenance has been performed as
specified in the appropriate operator's and service
manuals.
Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
Be sure safety, operator’s and responsibilities manuals
are complete, legible and in the storage container
located on the platform.
Improper Use Hazard
The operator is responsible for safe machine
operation.This includes:
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect work place.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
Do not operate unless:
You read, understand and obey:
- manufacturer’s instructions and safety rules —
safety and operator's manuals and decals
- employer’s safety rules
- applicable governmental regulations
You are properly trained to safely operate this
machine.
Tip-over Hazards
Do not exceed rated load
capacity.
Do not raise boom unless all
four outriggers are lowered,
footpads are in firm contact
with ground and machine is
level.
Do not raise boom unless machine is level. Do not set
machine up on a surface where it cannot be leveled
using only the outriggers.
Do not set the machine up unless it is on a firm
surface Avoid drop-offs, holes, unstable or slippery
surfaces and other possible hazardous conditions.
Do not depend on tilt alarm as
a level indicator. Tilt alarm
sounds only when machine is
on a severe slope.
Do not operate machine in
strong or gusty winds. Do not
increase surface area of
platform or load. Increasing
area exposed to wind will
decrease machine stability.
Do not place ladders or
scaffolds in platform or against
any part of this machine.
Do not alter or disable machine
components that in any way
affect safety and stability.
Be sure all tires are in good condition, air-filled tires
are properly inflated and lug nuts are properly
tightened.
Do not push off or pull toward any object outside of
the platform.
Do not place or attach overhanging loads to any part
of platform.
Failure to read, understand and obey the
operator's manual and the following safety
rules will result in death or serious injury.
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DANGER
Crush Hazard
Death or serious
injury may result
from platform
crushing
personnel
against boom.
WARNING
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Keep away from
path of moving
platform.
Read and understand Operator's
Manual, Responsibilities Manual and
Safety Manual and all safety signs
before using or maintaining machine.
If you do not understand the
information in the manuals, consult
your supervisor, the owner or the
manufacturer.
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WARNING
Improper operation or
maintenance can result in
serious injury or death.
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