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    Operator’ s Manual Second Edition Ninth Printing Part No. 43654 with Maintenance Information Before serial number Z34N-2101 and Z34-1735: Incorrect operation can result from use of this manual on machines that have not been updated according to Genie Campaign Bulletin 070001. Death or Serious Injury can result. This manual only applies to machine[...]

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    Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Copyright © 1996 by Genie Industries First Edition: Third Printing, July 1996 Second Edition: Ninth Printing, June 2007 "Genie" and "Z" are registered trademarks of Genie Industries in the U.S.A. and many other countrie[...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 1 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Safety Rules Danger F ailure to obe y the instr uctions and saf ety r ules in this manual will result in death or ser ious injur y . Do Not Operate Unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this [...]

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    2 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No. 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing SAFETY RULES Electrocution Hazards This machine is not electrically insulated and will not provide protection from contact with or proximity to electrical current. Maintain safe distances from electrical power lines and apparatus in accord[...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 3 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing SAFETY RULES Do not drive the machine on a slope that exceeds the maximum uphill, downhill or side slope rating of the machine. Slope rating applies to machines in the stowed position. Maximum slope rating, stowed position, Counterweight [...]

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    4 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No. 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing SAFETY RULES Fall Hazards Occupants must wear a safety belt or harness and comply with applicable governmental regulations. Attach lanyard to the anchor provided in the platform. Do not sit, stand or climb on the platform guard rails. Main[...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 5 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing SAFETY RULES Collision Hazards Be aware of limited sight distance and blind spots when driving or operating. Be aware of boom position when rotating the turntable. The machine must be on a level surface or secured before releasing the bra[...]

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    6 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No. 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Component Damage Hazard Do not use the machine as a ground for welding. 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 w[...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 7 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing SAFETY RULES Battery Safety Burn Hazards Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective clothing and eyewear when working with batteries. Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda and water[...]

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    8 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No. 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Contr ols Platform Control Panel 1 Drive enable switch 2 Drive enable indicator light 3 Auxiliary power switch 4 Platform level switch 5 Horn button 6 Primary boom extend/retract switch 7 Red Emergency Stop button 8 Not used 9 Battery char[...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 9 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing CONTROLS Ground Control Panel 1 Turntable rotate switch 2 Platform rotate switch 3 Platform level switch 4 Primary boom extend/retract switch 5 Auxiliary power switch 6 Hour meter 7 Key switch for platform/off/ground selection 8 Red Emerg[...]

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    10 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Pre-operation Inspection Do Not Operate Unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator's manual. 1 Avoid hazardous situations. 2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection. Know and[...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 11 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing 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 s[...]

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    12 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Maintenance Observe and Obey: Only routine maintenance items specified in this manual shall be performed by the operator. Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be completed by qualified service technicians, according to the manufacture[...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 13 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Check the Batteries Proper battery condition is essential to good engine performance and operational safety. Improper fluid levels or damaged cables and connections can result in engine component damage and hazardous conditions. Electroc[...]

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    14 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Function T ests Do Not Operate Unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator's manual. 1 Avoid hazardous situations. 2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection. 3 Always perform [...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 15 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing FUNCTION TESTS Test Auxiliary Controls 1 1 Turn the key switch to ground control. 1 2 Simultaneously hold the auxiliary power switch on and activate each boom function toggle switch. Note: To conserve battery power, test each function th[...]

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    16 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing FUNCTION TESTS Test Machine Functions 1 8 Move the lift/drive select switch to the lift position (if equipped). 1 9 Press down the foot switch. 2 0 Activate each machine function toggle switch. Result: All boom/platform functions should [...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 17 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Test Limited Drive Speed 2 9 Move the lift/drive select switch to the lift position (if equipped). 3 0 Press down the foot switch. 3 1 Raise the primary boom 1 foot / 30 cm. 3 2 Move the lift/drive select switch to the drive position (if[...]

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    18 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Test the Lift/Drive Select Function (CE models) Machines with lift/drive select switch: 5 0 Move the lift/drive select switch to the lift position. 5 1 Press down the foot switch. 5 2 Move the drive control handle off center. Result: No [...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 19 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing W orkplace Inspection W orkplace Inspection Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous situations: · drop-offs or holes · bumps, floor obstructions or debris · overhead obstructions and high voltage conductors · hazardous location[...]

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    20 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Operating Instructions Do Not Operate Unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator's manual. 1 Avoid hazardous situations. 2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection. 3 Always p[...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 21 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Emergency Stop Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the off position at the ground or platform controls to stop all machine functions. Repair any function that operates when the red Emergency Stop button is pus[...]

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    22 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Operation from Platform 1 Turn the key switch to platform control. 2 Pull out both ground and platform red Emergency Stop buttons to the on position. 3 Be sure that both battery packs are connected before operating the machine. To Positi[...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 23 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Driving on a slope Determine the uphill, downhill and side slope ratings for the machine and determine the slope grade. Maximum slope rating, counterweight uphill (gradeability): 20% (11°) Maximum slope rating, counterweight downhill: 2[...]

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    24 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Driving Up/Down Slopes Drive/Brake Control Theor y Brakes release progressively as the drive control handle is moved out of neutral in either direction. Brakes apply progressively as the drive control handle is mov[...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 25 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Drive Enable Light on indicates that the boom has moved past either non-steer wheel and the drive function has been interrupted. To drive, hold the drive enable switch up or down and slowly move the drive control handle off center. Be aw[...]

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    26 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Battery and Charger Instructions Observe and Obey: Do not use an external charger or booster battery. Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area. Use proper AC input voltage for charging as indicated on the charger. Use only a Genie au[...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 27 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing T ranspor t & Lifting Instructions Observe and Obey: The transport vehicle must be parked on a level surface. The transport vehicle must be secured to prevent rolling while the machine is being loaded. Be sure the vehicle capacity, l[...]

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    28 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Securing to T ruck or T railer f or T ransit Always chock the machine wheels in preparation for transport. Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key before transporting. Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured [...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 29 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Observe and Obey: Only qualified riggers should rig and lift the machine. Be sure the crane capacity, loading surfaces and straps or lines are sufficient to withstand the machine weight. See serial plate. Lifting Instructions Fully lower[...]

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    30 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Decals Part No. Decal Description Quantity 27564 Danger - Electrocution Hazard 2 28157 Label - Dexron 1 28161 Warning - Crushing Hazard 3 28164 Notice - Hazardous Materials 1 28165 Notice - Foot Switch 1 28171 Label - No Smoking 2 28174 [...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 31 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing DECALS Ground Contr ols Side P ower Unit Side Shading indicates decal is hidden from view, i.e., under covers. Platf orm Chassis[...]

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    32 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N P ar t No . 43654 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Specifications Z-34/22N Height, working maximum 40 ft 12.2 m Height, platform maximum 34 ft 4 in 10.5 m Height, stowed maximum 6 ft 7 in 2 m Horizontal reach maximum 22 ft 4in 6.8 m Width 4 ft 10 in 1.5 m Length, stowed 18 ft 7 in 5.7 m [...]

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    P ar t No . 43654 Genie Z-34/22 & Genie Z-34/22N 33 Operator's Manual Second Edition • Ninth Printing Z-34/22 Height, working maximum 40 ft 12.2 m Height, platform maximum 34 ft 8 in 10.6 m Height, stowed maximum 6 ft 7 in 2 m Horizontal reach maximum 22 ft 4in 6.8 m Width 5 ft 8 in 1.7 m Length, stowed 18 ft 6 in 5.6 m Maximum load capa[...]

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