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First Edition Third Printing Part No. 82258 Operator’ s Manual with Maintenance Information[...]
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Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition • Third Printing Copyright © 2002 by Genie Industries First Edition: Third Printing, October 2002 "Genie" and "Z" are registered trademarks of Genie Industries in the U.S.A. and many other countries. These machines comply with ANSI/SIA 92.5-1992. Printed on [...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 1 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing Safety Rules Danger F ailure to obey the instructions and safety rules in this manual will result in death or serious injur y . Do Not Operate Unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator's manual. 1 Av[...]
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2 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third 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 accordance with applicable g[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 3 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing If the tilt alarm sounds: Do not extend, rotate or raise the boom above horizontal. Move the machine to a firm, level surface before raising the platform. If the tilt alarm sounds when the platform is raised, use extreme caution to retract the boom and lower th[...]
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4 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing Do not place or attach overhanging loads to any part of this machine. Do not place ladders or scaffolds in the platform or against any part of this machine. Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile surface or vehicle. Be sure all tires are in good condition[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 5 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing SAFETY RULES Component Damage Hazards Do not use any battery or charger greater than 12V DC 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 [...]
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6 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing SAFETY RULES 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 po[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 7 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing Controls Ground Control Panel 1 Boom down button 2 Boom extend/retract buttons 3 Boom up button 4 Engine speed select button 5 LCD screen control buttons 6 Gasoline/LPG select button 7 LCD readout screen 8 Red Emergency Stop button 9 Diesel models: Glow plug bu[...]
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8 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing CONTROLS 1 Machine on level surface symbol: High range operation for maximum drive speed 1 3 Steer mode select buttons with indicator lights 1 4 Engine idle (rpm) select button with indicator lights: · Rabbit & Foot Switch: foot switch activated high idle [...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 9 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing CONTROLS 1 5 Used for optional equipment 1 6 Gasoline/LPG models: Gasoline/LPG select button with indicator lights 1 7 Fault indicator light 1 8 Low fuel indicator light 1 9 Check engine indicator light 2 0 Red Emergency Stop button 2 1 Power indicator light 11[...]
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10 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third 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 understand the pre-ope[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 11 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Pre-operation Inspection o Be sure that the operator’s, safety and responsibilities manuals are complete, legible and in the storage container located in the platform. o Be sure that all decals are legible and in place. See Decals se[...]
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12 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third 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 manufacturer's specifications[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 13 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing MAINTENANCE Deutz F4L 913 Engine Engine oil viscosity requirements below 60°F / 15.5°C 5W -30 synthetic -10°F to 90°F / -23°C to 32°C 10W-40 above -4°F / -34°C 15W-40 Engine oil should have properties of API classification CC/SE or CC/SF grades OR ACEA[...]
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14 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing MAINTENANCE 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. Electrocution hazar[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 15 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing Function T ests Fundamentals The function tests are designed to discover any malfunctions before the machine is put into service. The operator must follow the step-by-step instructions to test all machine functions. A malfunctioning machine must never be used.[...]
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16 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing FUNCTION TESTS Test Auxiliary Controls 9 Shut the engine off. 1 0 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the on position. 1 1 Simultaneously push and hold the auxiliary power button and push each boom function button. Note: To conserve battery power, test e[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 17 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing FUNCTION TESTS At the Platform Controls Test Emergency Stop 2 2 Turn the key switch to platform control. 2 3 Push in the platform red Emergency Stop button to the off position. Result: The engine should turn off and no functions should operate. 2 4 Pull out th[...]
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18 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing FUNCTION TESTS Test the Steering (models with 4 wheel steer) 3 7 Push the steer mode select button for square- end (blue arrow) steer. 3 8 Press down the foot switch. 3 9 Slowly move the drive/steer control handle in the direction indicated by the blue triangl[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 19 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing Test Drive and Braking 5 2 Press down the foot switch. 5 3 Slowly move the drive/steer control handle in the direction indicated by the blue arrow on the control panel until the machine begins to move, then return the handle to the center position. Result: The[...]
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20 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing FUNCTION TESTS Test Limited Drive Speed 6 3 Press down the foot switch. 6 4 Raise the primary boom to 10° above horizontal. 6 5 Slowly move the drive control handle to the full drive position. Result: The maximum achievable drive speed with the primary boom r[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 21 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third 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 locations · inadequate surface[...]
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22 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing Operating Instructions Starting the Engine 1 At the ground controls, turn the key switch to the desired position. 2 Be sure both the ground and platform control red Emergency Stop buttons are pulled out to the on position. 3 Gasoline/LPG models: Choose fuel by[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 23 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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 Gasoline/LPG models: Choose fuel by pressing the fuel select button. 4 Start the engi[...]
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24 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing To Drive 1 Press down the foot switch. 2 Increase speed: Slowly move the drive/steer control handle in the direction indicated by the blue or yellow arrows. Decrease speed: Slowly move the drive/steer control handle toward center. Stop: Return the drive/steer [...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 25 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Check Engine Light Light on and engine stopped: Tag the machine and remove from service. Light on and engine still running: Contact service personnel within 24 hours. Operating En velope Indicator Lights The operating envelope indicator [...]
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26 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing Shading indicates decal is hidden from view, i.e. under covers Decals Part No. Description Quantity 27204 Arrow - Blue 1 27205 Arrow - Yellow 1 27206 Triangle - Blue 2 27207 Triangle - Yellow 2 27564 Danger - Electrocution Hazard 2 28158 Label - Unleaded 1 281[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 27 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing DECALS[...]
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28 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing T ranspor t and 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, loading surfaces and chain[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 29 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing Securing to T ruck or T railer for T ransit Always use the turntable rotation lock pin each time the machine is transported. Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key before transporting. Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured items[...]
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30 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing TRANSPORT AND LIFTING INSTRUCTIONS 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 the serial plate for the machine w[...]
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P ar t No . 82258 Genie Z-80/60 31 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing Specifications Z-80/60 Height, working maximum 86 ft 26.2 m Height, platform maximum 80 ft 24.4 m Height, stowed maximum 9 ft 10 in 3 m Horizontal reach maximum 60 ft 18.3 m Width 8 ft 2 in 2.5 m Length, stowed 37 ft 11.3 m Length, stowed for transport 30 ft 9[...]
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32 Genie Z-80/60 P ar t No . 82258 Operator's Manual First Edition · Third Printing SPECIFICATIONS Z-80/60 Range of Motion 10 ft / 3 m 0 ft / 0 m 10 ft / 3 m 20 ft / 6.1 m 30 ft / 9.1 m 40 ft / 12.2 m 50 ft / 15.2 m 60 ft / 18.3 m 10 ft / 3 m 0 ft / 0 m 10 ft / 3 m 20 ft / 6.1 m 30 ft / 9.1 m 40 ft / 12.2 m 50 ft / 15.2 m 60 ft / 1.83 m 70 ft[...]
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