Third Edition • Sixth Printing
Operator's Manual
Work Area Safety
Part No. 237108
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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 and safety manuals are
complete, legible and in the storage container
located in the cab.
Do not attempt to start the machine by towing or
pushing.
Do not attempt to use the forks or attachments for
prying wedged or frozen loads free.
Do not push or pull objects or loads with the forks,
attachment or boom.
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 steer the front tires on dry pavement when
the axle differential lock is activated.
Do not lock the axle differential when the machine
is moving.
For machines equipped with solid tires, do not
operate continuously for longer than one hour
without allowing the tires to cool down for
30 minutes.