Operator's Manual

Second Edition • Third Printing

 

 

 

 

SAFETY RULES

Do not lower the platform unless the area below is clear of personnel and obstructions.

Limit travel speed according to the condition of the ground surface, congestion, slope, location of personnel, and any other factors which may cause collision.

Component Damage Hazards

Do not use any battery or charger greater than 12V to jump-start the engine.

Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.

Explosion and Fire Hazards

Do not start the engine if you smell or detect liquid petroleum gas (LPG), gasoline, diesel fuel or other explosive substances.

Do not refuel the machine with the engine running.

Refuel the machine and charge the battery only in an open, well-ventilated area away from sparks, flames and lighted tobacco.

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

Do not spray ether into engines equipped with glow plugs.

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 Genie 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 in 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 removing the rail pins. Do not allow the platform guard rails to fall.

Bodily Injury Hazard

Always operate the machine in a well-ventilated area to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.

Do not operate the machine with a hydraulic 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 access compartments. Access by the operator is only advised when performing a pre-operation inspection. All compartments must remain closed and secured during operation.

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Genie GS-3384 & GS-3390 & GS-4390 & GS-5390

Part No.82828

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Genie GS-3390, GS-4390 Component Damage Hazards, Explosion and Fire Hazards, Damaged Machine Hazards, Crushing Hazards