Genie TZ-50 manual Battery Safety Burn Hazards, Explosion Hazards, Tip-over Hazard, Lifting Hazard

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Battery Safety

Burn Hazards

Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective clothing and eye wear when working with

SAFETY RULES

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.

batteries.

Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda and water.

Explosion

Hazards

Keep sparks, flames 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.

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.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Contact us ContentsDo Not Operate Unless Safety RulesTip-over Hazards Electrocution HazardsMaximum allowable manual force CE and Australia 400 N Collision Hazards Fall HazardsExplosion and Fire Hazards Component Damage HazardsDamaged Machine Hazards Bodily Injury HazardTowing Hazards Decal Legend Optional Drive System Safety Tip-over HazardsExplosion Hazards Battery Safety Burn HazardsTip-over Hazard Lifting HazardGround Control Panel ControlsPlatform Control Panel StopDrive Control Panel Option StopFundamentals Pre-operation InspectionPre-operation Inspection Maintenance Symbols Legend MaintenanceObserve and Obey Check the BatteriesCheck the Hydraulic Oil Level Check the Tires and WheelsCheck the Engine Oil Level if equipped Scheduled MaintenanceFunction Tests Setup for Function TestsTest the Parking Brake Test Boom Functions and Function EnableAt the Ground Controls Test Emergency StopAt the Platform Controls Test Outrigger InterlockTest the Tilt Sensor Test Drive and Brake System if equipped Workplace Inspection Workplace InspectionOperating Instructions Emergency StopOnly use the machine as it was intended Operation from Ground Setup for OperationOperation from Platform Starting the Engine if equippedAll models except Australia Manual Operation of FunctionsAustralian models only Manual Operation of Jib Australian models onlyPlatform Overload Indicator Light if equipped Fall ProtectionOptional Drive System Operation To determine the slope grade Driving on a slopeStorage After Each UseMoving Machine Without a Tow Vehicle TowingTowing Information Battery Charging Instructions Observe and Obey Charging the Batteries with the EngineCharging the Batteries with the AC Charger Transport and Lifting Instructions Securing the Chassis Securing to Truck or Trailer for TransitLifting Instructions Center of Gravity TableAxis Chassis Lifting Points Inspection for Decals with Words DecalsPlatform End Ground Controls SideInspection for Decals with Symbols Ground Controls Side Power source SpecificationsRange of Motion Chart Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety DefectsGenie Industries PO Box Redmond, WA Before Driving Before Towing