Genie GS-3390, GS-4390, GS-5390, GS-3384 User Manual
Operator’s Manual
with Maintenance Information
CE Models
Second Edition
Third Printing
Part No. 82828
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 ....................................................................... 8
Controls ..................................................................... 9
Pre-operation Inspection ........................................... 11
Maintenance ............................................................. 13
Function Tests .......................................................... 16
Workplace Inspection ................................................ 20
Operating Instructions ............................................... 21
Transport and Lifting Instructions .............................. 25
Decals ...................................................................... 28
Specifications ........................................................... 30
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Genie GS-3384 and GS-3390 and GS-4390 and GS-5390 Part No. 82828
Copyright © 2002 by Genie Industries
First Edition: First Printing, January 2002
Second Edition: Third Printing, March 2008
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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 the
manufacturer's instructions and safety rules—
safety and operator's manuals and machine
decals.
You read, understand and obey employer's
safety rules and worksite regulations.
You read, understand and obey all applicable
governmental regulations.
You are properly trained to safely operate the
machine.
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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
Meters
0 to 300V Avoid Contact
Tip-over Hazards
Occupants, equipment and materials must not
exceed the maximum platform capacity.
Machines without capacity indicator
Maximum capacity
GS-3384 and GS-3390 1134 kg
GS-4390 680 kg
GS-4390 with extra capacity option 816 kg
GS-5390 680 kg
Maximum occupants
GS-3384 and GS-3390 7
GS-4390 7
GS-4390 with extra capacity option 7
GS-5390 4
300V to 50KV 3.05
50KV to 200KV 4.60
200KV to 350KV 6.10
350KV to 500KV 7.62
500KV to 750KV 10.67
750KV to 1000KV 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.
Machines with capacity indicator
The maximum capacity varies with the height of the
platform.
Maximum capacity - GS-3384 and GS-3390
Maximum occupants 7
Height of Platform Maximum Capacity
10.1 m 1134 kg
8 m 1505 kg
6 m 1878 kg
4 m 1505 kg
2 m 1134 kg
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Maximum capacity - GS-4390
Maximum occupants 7
Height of Platform Maximum Capacity
13.1 m 680 kg
10.6 m 984 kg
8 m 1286 kg
5.4 m 984 kg
2.9 m 680 kg
Maximum capacity - GS-4390
with extra capacity option
Maximum occupants 7
Height of Platform Maximum Capacity
13.1 m 816 kg
10.6 m 1118 kg
8 m 1421 kg
5.4 m 1118 kg
2.9 m 816 kg
Maximum capacity - GS-5390
Maximum occupants 4
Height of Platform Maximum Capacity
Do not alter or disable the limit switches.
Do not drive over 1.1 km/h with the platform raised.
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 raise the platform unless the machine is on
a firm, level surface.
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 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.
16.2 m 680 kg
12.8 m 1046 kg
9.4 m 1410 kg
5.9 m 1046 kg
2.5 m 680 kg
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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.
Do not push off or pull
toward any object outside
of the platform.
Do not modify or alter an aerial work 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
platform and the surface area of the platform or the
load.
Do not place or attach fixed or 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.
Maximum allowable
manual force
400 N
Be sure all tires are in good condition, air-filled tires
are properly inflated and lug nuts are properly
tightened.
Do not use the machine as a crane.
Do not transport tools and materials unless they are
evenly distributed and can be safely handled by
Do not push the machine or other objects with the
platform.
person(s) in the platform.
Do not contact adjacent structures with the
Do not alter or disable machine components that in
platform.
any way affect safety and stability.
Do not tie the platform to adjacent structures.
Do not replace items critical to machine stability
with items of different weight or specification.
Do not place loads outside the platform perimeter.
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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(s) when
moving the machine.
Operators must comply with employer, job site and
governmental rules regarding use of personal
protective equipment.
Check the 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.
Be aware of crushing hazards 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.
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.
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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
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.
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.
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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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Outrigger Safety
Tip-over Hazards
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.
When the auto level function is not being used and
the outriggers are being lowered individually, the
steer-end outriggers must be lowered first.
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.
Do not raise the platform unless all four outriggers
are properly lowered, the footpads are in firm
contact with the ground and the machine is level.
Do not adjust the outriggers while the platform is
raised.
Do not drive while the outriggers are lowered.
Battery Safety
Burn Hazards
Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective
clothing and eye wear when working with batteries.
Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize
battery acid spills with baking soda and water.
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.
Explosion Hazard
Keep sparks, flames and lighted tobacco away
from batteries. Batteries emit explosive gas.
Electrocution Hazard
Avoid contact with electrical terminals.
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Legend
1 Lanyard anchorage point
2 GFCI outlet
3 Platform controls
4 Platform entry gate
5 Platform extension lock
handle
6 Platform guard rails
7 Manual storage container
8 Platform extension
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9 Outrigger housing (if
equipped)
10 Outrigger footpad (if
equipped)
11 Ground controls with LCD
readout screen
12 Tilt alarm (behind ground
control panel)
13 Entry ladder
14 Steer tire
15 LPG tank
16 Fuel tank (behind cover)
17 Non-steer tire
18 Hydraulic tank (behind cover)
19 Power to platform (hidden
from view)
20 Safety arm (hidden from view)
21 Capacity indicator (if equipped)
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Controls
Ground Control Panel
1 Key switch for platform/off/ground control
selection
2 Engine start button
3 Gasoline/LPG models: Choke button
Diesel models: Glow plug button
4 Platform down button
5 Idle select button with indicator light
6 Gasoline/LPG models: LPG select button with
indicator light
7 LCD readout screen
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8 Platform up button
9 Lift function enable button
10 Backup auxiliary function enable button
11 20 amp circuit breaker for controls circuit
12 Backup auxiliary down button
13 Hour meter
14 Red Emergency Stop button
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