Genie Brake and Service Tips for Enhanced Safety and Performance

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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS

SERVICE BRAKES

The brake pedal is the operator's control for the service brakes. Pushing the service brake pedal (A) activates the service brakes for all four wheels.

The brakes should be applied during normal operation to stop machine movement.

A

LOW SERVICE BRAKE PRESSURE LIGHT

WARNING

Insufficient hydraulic pressure to the service brakes may result in increased stopping distances causing possible injury or death and/or damage to the machine or property.

The illumination of the "LOW BRAKE PRESSURE" light (B) when the machine is running indicates this potentially hazard- ous condition. Should this condition ever exist, discontinue use of the machine immediately. Contact a qualified service technician to resolve this problem.

B

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