Operator's Manual

Third Edition • Third Printing

 

 

 

 

 

 

SAFETY RULES

Explosion and Fire Hazards

Do not operate the machine in hazardous locations or locations where potentially flammable or explosive gases or particles may be present.

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 service manual.

Be sure all decals are in place and legible.

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

Crushing Hazards

Keep hands and limbs out of scissors.

Use common sense and planning when operating the machine with the controller from the ground. Maintain safe distances between the operator, the machine and fixed objects.

Maintain a firm grasp on the platform rail when pulling the snap pin. Do not allow the platform guard rails to fall.

Decal Legend

Genie product decals use symbols, color coding and signal words to identify the following:

Safety alert symbol—used to alert personnel to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Red—used to indicate the presence of an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Orange—used to indicate the presence of a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Yellow with safety alert symbol— used to indicate the presence of a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may cause minor or moderate injury.

Yellow without safety alert symbol—used to indicate the presence of a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Green—used to indicate operation or maintenance information.

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Genie GS-2668 DC and Genie GS-3268 DC

Part No. 82750

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Genie GS-2668 DC, GS-3268 manual Explosion and Fire Hazards, Damaged Machine Hazards, Crushing Hazards, Decal Legend