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Genie TZ-34/20
Part No. 133554
Operator’s Manual
Fourth Edition • Fourth Printing
Battery Safety - DC Models
Burn Hazards
Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective
clothing and eyewear when working with batteries.
Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize
battery acid spills with baking soda and water.
Explosion Hazards
Keep sparks, fl ames and
lighted tobacco away
from batteries. Batteries
emit an explosive gas.
The covers should be
open during the entire
charging cycle.
Do not contact the battery terminals or the cable
clamps with tools that may cause sparks.
Component 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
a grounded,
AC 3-wire electrical outlet only.
Inspect daily for damaged
cord, cables and wires.
Replace damaged items before
operating.
Avoid electrical shock from contact with battery
terminals. Remove all rings, watches and other
jewelry.
Tip-over Hazard
Do not use batteries that weigh less than the
original equipment. Four batteries are used as
counterweight and are critical to machine stability.
Each battery must weigh 65 pounds / 29.5 kg.
Lifting Hazard
Use the appropriate number of people and proper
lifting techniques when lifting batteries.
Work Area Safety
Do not tow the machine on public roads unless it
meets all governmental regulations for towing.
Do not exceed 60 mph / 97 km/h. Obey all local
and national towing speed laws.
Be sure to chock the wheels of the trailer when
parking on a hill.
