Genie TZ-50 manual Pre-operation Inspection

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Operator's Manual

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PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION

Pre-operation Inspection

Be sure that the operator's, safety and responsibilities manuals are complete, legible and in the storage container located on the platform.

Be sure that all decals are legible and in place. See Decals section.

Check for hydraulic oil leaks and proper oil level. Add oil if needed. See Maintenance section.

Check for battery fluid leaks and proper fluid level. Add distilled water if needed. See Maintenance section.

Check for proper tire pressure and lug nut torque. Add air to tires if needed. See Maintenance section.

Models with engines: Check for engine oil leaks and proper fluid level. Add oil if needed. See Maintenance section.

Check the following components or areas for damage, improperly installed or missing parts and unauthorized modifications:

Electrical components, wiring and electrical cables

Hydraulic power unit, reservoir, hoses, fittings, 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 other fasteners

Platform entry mid-rail/gate

Platform ladder (if equipped)

Surge brake components

Safety chains (if required)

Light and brake cables

Engine and related components (if equipped)

Mechanical brake components (if equipped)

Axle components

Beacon and alarms (if equipped)

Check entire machine for:

Cracks in welds or structural components

Excessive rust, corrosion or oxidation

Dents or damage to machine

Be sure that all structural and other critical components are present and all associated fasteners and pins are in place and properly tightened.

Be sure that the batteries are in place and properly connected.

Models equipped with hydraulic surge brake systems:

Check the hydraulic oil level in the surge brake. Check for leaks.

After you complete your inspection, be sure that all compartment covers are in place and latched.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Contents Contact usSafety Rules Do Not Operate UnlessElectrocution Hazards Tip-over HazardsMaximum allowable manual force CE and Australia 400 N Explosion and Fire Hazards Fall HazardsCollision Hazards Component Damage HazardsTowing Hazards Damaged Machine HazardsBodily Injury Hazard Optional Drive System Safety Tip-over Hazards Decal LegendTip-over Hazard Battery Safety Burn HazardsExplosion Hazards Lifting HazardControls Ground Control PanelStop Platform Control PanelStop Drive Control Panel OptionPre-operation Inspection FundamentalsPre-operation Inspection Observe and Obey MaintenanceMaintenance Symbols Legend Check the BatteriesCheck the Tires and Wheels Check the Hydraulic Oil LevelScheduled Maintenance Check the Engine Oil Level if equippedSetup for Function Tests Function TestsAt the Ground Controls Test Boom Functions and Function EnableTest the Parking Brake Test Emergency StopTest the Tilt Sensor At the Platform ControlsTest Outrigger Interlock Test Drive and Brake System if equipped Workplace Inspection Workplace InspectionOnly use the machine as it was intended Operating InstructionsEmergency Stop Operation from Platform Setup for OperationOperation from Ground Starting the Engine if equippedAustralian models only Manual Operation of FunctionsAll models except Australia Manual Operation of Jib Australian models onlyOptional Drive System Operation Platform Overload Indicator Light if equippedFall Protection Driving on a slope To determine the slope gradeMoving Machine Without a Tow Vehicle After Each UseStorage TowingTowing Information Charging the Batteries with the AC Charger Battery Charging Instructions Observe and ObeyCharging the Batteries with the Engine Transport and Lifting Instructions Securing to Truck or Trailer for Transit Securing the ChassisAxis Chassis Lifting Points Lifting InstructionsCenter of Gravity Table Decals Inspection for Decals with WordsGround Controls Side Platform EndInspection for Decals with Symbols Ground Controls Side Specifications Power sourceRange of Motion Chart Genie Industries PO Box Redmond, WA Reporting Safety DefectsReporting Safety Defects Before Towing Before Driving