Genie TZ-20, Operators Manual With Maintenance Information

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Page 2: ...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 part of you...

Page 3: ...hine is intended to be used only to lift personnel along with their tools and materials to an aerial work site Bulletin Distribution and Compliance Safety of product users is of paramount importance t...

Page 4: ...chine Please register your machine by visiting us on the web at www genielift com or by calling us toll free at 1 800 536 1800 Danger Failure to obey the instructions and safety rules in this manual w...

Page 5: ...d will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided...

Page 6: ...ions Read the operator s manual Electrocution burn hazard Crushing Hazard Corrosive acid No smoking Explosion burn hazard Crushing hazard Stay clear of moving platform Crushing hazard Keep away from m...

Page 7: ...ting Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions Corrosive acid Explosion hazard Crushing hazard No flame Crushing hazard Stay clear of moving machinery Electrocution hazard Maintain required clearance I...

Page 8: ...1263140 46262 46262 43617 43617 82505 82505 82479 82479 Electrocution Hazard Death or injury can result from contacting electric power lines Always contact the electric power line owner The electric...

Page 9: ...to 200KV 15 ft 4 60 m 200KV to 350KV 20 ft 6 10 m 350KV to 500KV 25 ft 7 62 m 500KV to 750KV 35 ft 10 67 m 750KV to 1000KV 45 ft 13 72 m 82558 B Injection Hazard Escaping fluid under pressure can pen...

Page 10: ...G 28161 28161 28161 82506 82506 82506 72832 72832 28161 C Crush Hazard Contact with moving parts can result in death or serious injury WARNING Keep away from moving parts Front and Rear view outrigger...

Page 11: ...onsible 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 t...

Page 12: ...20 Part No 133554 Operator s Manual Fourth Edition Fourth Printing General Safety 82544 82544 82481 82481 82475 82475 82487 82487 97590 97590 Manifold Side Platform End TZ 34 82475 C 82487 C 82481 B 9...

Page 13: ...ie TZ 34 20 11 Operator s Manual Fourth Edition Fourth Printing General Safety 82614 82614 82481 82481 82475 82475 82544 82544 82560 82560 Hydraulic tank side Side Hitch End TZ 34 82614C 82560 B 82475...

Page 14: ...20 Part No 133554 Operator s Manual Fourth Edition Fourth Printing General Safety 82472 Front and Rear view outriggers 82475 82475 C 82472 B 82472 82472 82475 82475 Front and Rear view outriggers 8261...

Page 15: ...Part No 133554 Genie TZ 34 20 13 Operator s Manual Fourth Edition Fourth Printing General Safety TZ 34 20 Boom and Platform Views 82614 82487 82548 82548 82548 82614 82614C 82487 82487 C 82548 B...

Page 16: ...ualified person with respect to electrical power transmission and distribution Allow for platform movement electrical line sway or sag and beware of strong or gusty winds Do not operate the machine du...

Page 17: ...perate 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 Do not alter or disable...

Page 18: ...with employer job site and governmental rules regarding use of personal protective equipment Do not place loads outside the platform perimeter Do not place or attach overhanging loads to any part of t...

Page 19: ...aulic 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...

Page 20: ...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 damag...

Page 21: ...17 11 10 6 1 Pneumatic tongue wheels 2 Hitch 3 Tongue handle 4 Motor controller 5 Pivot assembly 6 Outrigger 7 Secondary boom assembly 8 Platform controls 9 Platform 10 Tailights 11 Turntable assembl...

Page 22: ...table rotate right 2 Function enable button for Platform up Primary boom up Primary boom extend Secondary boom up Turntable rotate left 3 Red Emergency Stop button 4 Boom function speed controller 5 P...

Page 23: ...e right Outrigger lower 4 Function enable button for Platform up Primary boom up Primary boom extend Secondary boom up Turntable rotate left Outrigger raise 5 15 amp breaker for controls circuits 6 Re...

Page 24: ...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 proced...

Page 25: ...ttings cylinders and manifolds Boom components and wear pads Tires and wheels Trailer lights and reflectors Parking brake components Outriggers and foot pads Limit switch and alarms Nuts bolts and oth...

Page 26: ...ine 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 instruct...

Page 27: ...the bubble level to make sure the machine is level 13 Be sure the wheels on the tongue jack are not touching the ground Note If the wheels on the tongue jack are touching the ground crank the tongue...

Page 28: ...l up and turntable rotate right should all function 22 Push and hold the yellow function enable button Activate each boom function button Result Primary boom down primary boom retract secondary boom d...

Page 29: ...g valves Result Each valve thumbscrew should move easily and stay in position Note Make sure to properly reset each valve The machine will not operate unless the valves are reset Test Manual Operation...

Page 30: ...ton to the on position Test Emergency Stop 54 Push in the platform red Emergency Stop button to the off position Result All platform control functions should not operate 55 Pull out the platform red E...

Page 31: ...orkplace hazards then watch for and avoid them while moving setting up and operating the machine inspection before using the machine Emergency Stop Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the off pos...

Page 32: ...abel Blue Arrow Platform Rotate 4 Inspection for Decals with Words Determine whether the decals on your machine have words or symbols Use the appropriate inspection to verify that all decals are legib...

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Page 34: ...ANSI CSA 1 82614 Danger Crushing Hazard Elevated Components 2 Inspection for Decals with Symbols Determine whether the decals on your machine have words or symbols Use the appropriate inspection to v...

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Page 36: ...pped Rotate the platform by turning the hand crank in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction Do Not Operate Unless You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained i...

Page 37: ...perate the hand pump Note If the sercurity tie is broken or missing consult the appropriate Genie Service Manual 4 Push in and rotate clockwise to engage the rotate brake for normal machine operation...

Page 38: ...rol the speed of the machine while pushing it Platform Overload Indicator Light if equipped Light flashing indicates the platform is overloaded and no functions will operate Remove weight from the pla...

Page 39: ...on each surge brake Be sure that the machine is returned to towing or operating configuration when finished Towing 1 Set the parking brake 2 Secure the boom with the hold down latches 3 Models with P...

Page 40: ...the mast cradles Securely latch the boom hold down latches Raise all four outriggers to the stowed position Always chock the machine wheels in preparation for transport Turn the key switch to the off...

Page 41: ...ifting points on the machine There are four lifting points on the chassis Adjust the rigging to prevent damage to the machine and to keep the machine level X Axis Y Axis ANSI CSA 23 1 cm 23 9 cm CE 13...

Page 42: ...be required to perform this procedure Check the Batteries DC Models Proper battery condition is essential to good machine performance and operational safety Improper fluid levels or damaged cables and...

Page 43: ...t caps 5 Connect the battery charger to a grounded AC circuit 6 The charger will indicate when the battery is fully charged 7 Check the battery acid level when the charging cycle is complete Replenish...

Page 44: ...e may also result if problems are not discovered and repaired in a timely fashion 1 Check the tire surface and sidewalls for cuts cracks punctures and uneven or excessive tread wear Result Replace the...

Page 45: ...e raised 2 Check the sight gauge on the side of the hydraulic reservoir Result The hydraulic oil level should be visible in the middle of the sight gauge Hydraulic oil specifications Hydraulic oil typ...

Page 46: ...s Maximum towing speed 97 km h Maximum tongue weight ANSI CSA 136 kg CE 75 kg Hydraulic pressure maximum 241 bar boom functions System voltage 24V Airborne noise emissions Sound pressure level at grou...

Page 47: ...Part No 133554 Genie TZ 34 20 45 Operator s Manual Fourth Edition Fourth Printing Range of Motion Chart Specifications...

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