Genie GS-2668 RT, GS-3268 RT User Manual
Operator’s Manual
with Maintenance Information
Second Edition
Third Printing
Part No. 82233
Operator's Manual Second Edition · Third Printing
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. This manual
should be considered a permanent part of your
machine and should remain with the machine at all
times. If you have any questions, please call Genie
Industries.
Contents
Page
Safety ........................................................................ 1
Legend ...................................................................... 7
Controls ..................................................................... 8
Pre-operation Inspection ........................................... 11
Maintenance ............................................................. 13
Function Tests .......................................................... 16
Work Place Inspection .............................................. 19
Operating Instructions ............................................... 20
Transport Instructions ............................................... 23
Decals ...................................................................... 24
Specifications ........................................................... 26
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Copyright © 1998 by Genie Industries
First Edition: Ninth Printing, October 2000
Second Edition: Third Printing, January 2003
"Genie" is a registered trademark of
Genie Industries in the U.S.A. and many other
countries. "GS" is a trademark of Genie
Industries.
These machines comply with
ANSI/SIA 92.6-1999.
Printed on recycled paper
Printed in U.S.A.
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Safety Rules
Danger
Failure to obey the instructions and
safety rules in this manual will
result in death or serious injury.
Do Not Operate Unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine operation contained in this operator's
manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
Know and understand the safety rules
before going on to the next section.
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
You read, understand and obey:
Manufacturer's instructions and safety
rules—safety and operator's manuals
and machine decals
employer's safety rules and worksite
regulations
applicable governmental regulations
You are properly trained to safely operate the
machine.
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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
governmental regulations and the following chart.
Voltage Minimum Safe
Phase to Phase Approach Distance
Feet Meters
0 to 300V Avoid Contact
Tip-over Hazards
Occupants, equipment and materials shall not
exceed the maximum platform capacity or the
maximum capacity of the platform extension.
Maximum capacity - GS-2668RT
Platform retracted 1250 lbs 567 kg
Platform extended - Platform only 950 lbs 431 kg
Platform extended - Extension only 300 lbs 136 kg
Maximum occupants - ANSI and CSA 4
Maximum occupants - CE
Outdoor use 4
Indoor use only 4
1250 lbs / 567 kg Platform only
Extension only
300 lbs / 136 kg
950 lbs / 431 kg
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 beware of strong or gusty winds.
Keep away from the machine if it contacts
energized power lines. Personnel on the ground
or in the platform must not touch or operate the
machine until energized power lines are shut off.
Do not operate the machine during lightning or
storms.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Maximum capacity - GS-3268RT
Platform retracted 1000 lbs 454 kg
Platform extended - Platform only 700 lbs 318 kg
Platform extended - Extension only 300 lbs 136 kg
Maximum occupants - ANSI and CSA 4
Maximum occupants - CE
Outdoor use 2
Indoor use only 4
1000 lbs / 454 kg Platform only
Extension only
300 lbs / 136 kg
700 lbs / 318 kg
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SAFETY RULES
Do not alter or disable the limit switches.
Do not drive over 0.5 mph / 0.8 km/h with the
platform raised.
Models without outriggers: Do not raise the platform
unless the machine is on a firm, level surface.
Models with outriggers: Do not lower the outriggers
unless the machine is on a firm surface. Avoid
drop-offs, holes, unstable or slippery surfaces and
other possible hazardous conditions.
Models with outriggers: Do not raise the platform
unless the machine is level. Do not set the
machine up on a surface where it cannot be leveled
using only the outriggers.
Models with outriggers: Use common sense and
planning when lowering the outriggers on a slope.
The steer end outriggers must be lowered first.
Do not use the platform controls to free a platform
that is caught, snagged or otherwise prevented
from normal motion by an adjacent structure. All
personnel must be removed from the platform
before attempting to free the platform using the
ground controls.
Do not depend on the tilt alarm as a level indicator.
The tilt alarm sounds on the chassis and in the
platform when the machine is on a severe slope.
If the tilt alarm sounds:
Lower the platform. Move the machine to a firm,
level surface. If the tilt alarm sounds when the
platform is raised, use extreme caution to lower the
platform.
Do not operate the machine in strong or gusty
winds. Do not increase the surface area of the
platform or the load. Increasing the area exposed to
the wind will decrease machine stability.
Do not drive the machine on or near uneven terrain,
unstable surfaces or other hazardous conditions
with the platform raised.
Use extreme care and slow speeds while driving
the machine in the stowed position across uneven
terrain, debris, unstable or slippery surfaces and
near holes and drop-offs.
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Do not push off or
pull toward any
object outside of the
platform.
GS-2668 RT
ANSI & CSA - 4 person 200 lbs / 890 N
CE - Indoor use only - 4 person 90 lbs / 400 N
CE - Outdoor use - 4 person 90 lbs / 400 N
Australia - Indoor use only - 4 person 90 lbs / 400 N
Australia - Outdoor use - 4 person 90 lbs / 400 N
GS-3268 RT
ANSI & CSA - 4 person 200 lbs / 890 N
CE - Indoor use only - 4 person 90 lbs / 400 N
CE - Outdoor use - 2 person 90 lbs / 400 N
Australia - Indoor use only - 4 person 90 lbs / 400 N
Australia - Outdoor use - 2 person 90 lbs / 400 N
Do not place or attach fixed or overhanging loads to
any part of this machine.
Do not transport tools and materials unless they are
evenly distributed and can be safely handled by
person(s) in the platform.
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, castle nuts
are properly tightened and cotter pins are properly
installed.
Do not alter or disable machine components that in
Do not use the machine as a crane.
any way affect safety and stability.
Do not push the machine or other objects with the
Do not replace items critical to machine stability
platform.
with items of different weight or specification.
Do not contact adjacent structures with the
Do not modify or alter an aerial work platform
platform.
without prior written permission from the
manufacturer. Mounting attachments for holding
tools or other materials onto the platform, toeboards
or guard rail system can increase the weight in the
Do not tie the platform to adjacent structures.
Do not place loads outside the platform perimeter.
platform and the surface area of the platform or the
load.
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Fall Hazards
The guardrail system provides fall protection. If
occupant(s) of the platform are required to wear
personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) due to
job site or employer rules, PFPE equipment and its
use shall be in accordance with the PFPE
manufacturer’s instructions and applicable
governmental requirements.
Do not sit, stand or climb on the platform guard
rails. Maintain a firm footing on the platform floor at
all times.
Do not climb down from the platform when raised.
Collision Hazards
Be aware of limited sight
distance and blind spots
when driving or operating.
Be aware of extended platform position when
moving the machine.
Machine must be on level surface or secured
before releasing the brakes.
Operators must comply with employer, job site and
governmental rules regarding use of personal
protective equipment.
Check work area for overhead obstructions or other
possible hazards.
Keep the platform floor clear of debris.
Close the entry gate before operating.
Do not operate the machine unless the guard rails
are properly installed and the entry is secured for
operation.
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Be aware of crushing hazard when grasping the
platform guard rail.
Observe and use color-coded direction arrows on
the platform controls and platform decal plate for
drive and steer functions.
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Do not operate a machine in the path of any crane
or moving overhead machinery unless the controls
of the crane have been locked out and/or
precautions have been taken to prevent any
potential collision.
No stunt driving or horseplay while operating a
machine.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Machines equipped with hydraulic shutoff valves:
Be sure the valves (located by the hydraulic tank)
are open before starting the engine.
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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.
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SAFETY RULES
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.
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.
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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Legend
1 Platform entry gate
2 Platform guard rails
3 Manual storage container
4 Lanyard anchorage point
5 Platform extension lock
handle
6 Platform controls
7 Platform extension
8 Outrigger housing (if equipped
with outriggers)
9 Outrigger footpad (if equipped
with outriggers)
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10 LPG tank
11 Steer tire
12 Engine side cover
13 Fuel tank
14 Non-steer tire
15 Tilt alarm (under cover)
16 Entry ladder/transport
tie-down
17 Ground controls with manual
lowering valve and LED
diagnostic readout
18 Ground controls side cover
19 Hydraulic oil level indicator
(under cover)
20 Brake release pump knob and
brake release knob (hidden
from view in this picture)
21 LPG tank (optional)
22 Safety arm
23 GFCI outlet
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