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Part No. 33424

Operator’s Manual Fourth Edition

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Important

Read, understand and obey these safety rules and
operating instructions before operating this machine.
Only trained and authorized personnel shall be
permitted to operate this machine. If you have any
questions, call Genie Industries.

Contents

Page

Safety Rules .............................................................. 1

Controls..................................................................... 6

Legend ...................................................................... 7

Pre-operation Inspection & Function Tests ............... 8

Operating Instructions ..............................................10

Battery and Charger Instructions..............................11

Transport Instructions...............................................12

Tilt-back Operation Instructions................................14

Maintenance Inspection ........................................... 16

Decals ......................................................................18

Specifications ...........................................................21

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Copyright © 1993 by Genie Industries
Third Edition: First Printing, March 1993

Second Printing, June 1994
Fourth Edition: First Printing, July 1994
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of Genie Industries
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Safety Rules

Danger

Failure to obey the instructions and
safety rules in this manual will
cause death or serious injury.

Do Not Operate Unless:

You are trained to safely operate the machine.
You read, understand and obey:

- manufacturer’s instructions and
safety rules—operator’s manual and
machine decals

- employer’s safety rules and worksite
regulations

- applicable governmental regulations

You inspect the entire machine for possible

damage and test all machine functions for
proper operation.

The first time this machine is set up for use, a

breather cap is installed (see
page 8).

Breather Cap

,

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SAFETY RULES

Tip-over Hazards

Do not raise platform
unless base is level, all
four outriggers are
properly installed and
leveling jacks firmly
contact floor.

Do not adjust or remove
outriggers while platform

is occupied or raised.
Do not move machine while the platform is raised.
Do not place or attach overhanging loads to any

part of this machine.
Do not push off or pull toward any object outside

the platform.

Do not use machine on a moving or mobile
surface or vehicle.

Do not raise platform in strong or gusty winds.

Do not exceed rated platform load capacity.

Maximum capacity

AWP-19 300 lbs 136kg
AWP-24 300 lbs 136kg
AWP-30 300 lbs 136kg
AWP-36 250 lbs 113kg

Maximum occupancy 1 person

Do not operate machine near drop-offs, holes,
bumps, debris, unstable or slippery surface or
other possible hazardous conditions.

Do not alter or disable machine components that

Do not place ladders or scaffolds in platform or
against any part of this machine.

Do not use machine to lift material or equipment.
Machine is intended for personnel access only.

in any way affects safety and stability.
Do not replace items critical to stability with items

of different weight or specification. Use only Genie
authorized replacement parts.

When moving the machine with a forklift or other
transport vehicle, platform should be fully lowered,
machine should be turned off and no personnel
shall remain in platform.

Do not push the Genie AWP from the platform
side of the machine.

Do not raise platform unless machine is on firm,
level surface.

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SAFETY RULES

Fall Hazards

Do not sit, stand or climb
on platform guard rails.
Maintain a firm footing on
the platform floor at all
times.

Do not exit platform while
raised. If a power failure
occurs, have ground
personnel activate manual
lowering valve.

Keep platform floor clear of debris.
Lower platform entry mid-rail before operating.

Electrocution Hazards

This machine, even with an optional fiberglass
platform, 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
governmental regulations and the following chart.

Voltage Minimum Safe

Approach Distance

Phase to Phase Feet Meters

0 to 300V Avoid Contact
300V to 50KV 10 3.05
50KV to 200KV 15 4.60
200KV to 350KV 20 6.10
350KV to 500KV 25 7.62
500KV to 750KV 35 10.67
750KV to 1000KV 45 13.72

Allow for platform movement, electrical line sway
or sag and movement due to strong or gusty
winds.

Do not use machine as a ground for welding.
Do not operate AC powered machine or DC

battery charger unless using a 3-wire grounded
extension cord connected to a grounded AC
circuit. Do not alter or disable 3-wire grounded
plugs.

Keep away from machine if it contacts energized
power lines or becomes electrically charged.
Personnel on ground or in platform must not
touch or operate machine until energized power
lines are shut off.

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SAFETY RULES

Collision Hazards

Check work area for overhead obstructions or
other possible hazards.

Be aware of crushing hazard when grasping the
platform guard rail.

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

Be careful when
transporting on incline.

Stay clear of descending
platform.

Damaged Machine Hazards

Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection of

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 Genie AWP
service manual.

Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
Be sure operator’s manual is legible, complete and

in the operator's manual storage container located
in the platform.

Decal Legend

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

Red—used to indicate the
presence of a hazard that will
cause death or serious injury.

Orange—used to indicate the

Improper Use Hazards

Do not leave machine unattended unless key is
removed to secure from unauthorized use.

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presence of a hazard that may
cause death or serious injury.

Yellow—used to indicate the
presence of a hazard that will or
may cause serious personal injury
or damage to the machine.

Green—used to indicate operation
or maintenance information.

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SAFETY RULES

Battery and Charger Safety

- DC Models
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.

Battery pack must remain
in upright position.

Electrocution Hazards

Connect charger to a
grounded AC circuit only.

Do not expose battery or
charger to water and/or rain.

Before each use, inspect for
damage. Replace damaged
items before operating.

Lifting Hazard

Battery pack weighs 80 lbs (36kg). Two people
should lift it together.

Explosion Hazards

Batteries emit explosive
gas. Keep sparks, flames
and lighted tobacco away
from battery.

Charge batteries in a
well-ventilated area.

Do not disconnect charger DC output wires from
battery when charger is on.

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Controls

Ground Controls

1

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2

3

4

Platform Controls

3

5

6

1 Outrigger interlock display

lights (four)
2 Key switch
3 Emergency stop button
4 Power light
5 Control activate button

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6 Up/Down switch