Genie IWP Operator's Manual

Operator's Manual

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IWP® Super Series

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Original Instructions Sixth Edition First Printing Part No. 1298036GT

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Front Matter

Contents

Introduction ............................................................1

Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions ..............5

General Safety .......................................................7

Personal Safety ................................................... 11

Work Area Safety ................................................ 12

Legend ................................................................ 18

Controls ............................................................... 19

Inspections .......................................................... 20

Operating Instructions ......................................... 32

Maintenance ....................................................... 35

Battery Charging Instructions ............................. 37

Transport and Lifting Instructions ....................... 39

Specifications ...................................................... 41

Dakota in the U.S.A. and many other countries. "Super Series" is a trademark of Terex South Dakota. These machines comply with

ANSI/SAIA A92.20 CAN/CSA B354.6

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Introduction

About this manual

Genie appreciates your choice of our machine for your application. Our number one priority is user safety, which is best achieved by our joint efforts. This book is an operation and daily maintenance manual for the user or operator of a Genie 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, contact Genie.

Product Identification

The machine serial number is located on the serial label.

Serial number stamped on chassis

Serial label

Intended Use and Familiarization Guide

The intended use of this machine is to lift personnel, including tools, and materials to an

aerial work site. Before operating the machine, it’s

the operator’s responsibility to read and understand this familiarization guide.

 Each person must be trained to operate a

Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP).

 Familiarization with the MEWP must be given

to each person who is authorized, competent and trained.

 Only trained and authorized personnel should

be permitted to operate the machine.

 The operator is responsible to read,

understand, and obey the manufacturer’s

instructions and safety rules provided in the Operator’s Manual.

 The Operator’s Manual is located in the

manual storage container, at the platform.

 For specific product applications, see

Contacting The Manufacturer.

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Platform controls symbology and related machine movement:

Platform up

Platform down

Ground controls symbology and related machine movement:

Keyswitch - Off Keyswitch - On

Ground controls

Platform controls

Emergency platform lowering

Low battery indicator

Footpad interlock - Off

Footpad interlock - On

Level sensor interlock - Off

Level sensor interlock - On

Interlocked functions:

 All platform and ground controls.

Limitations of use:

 The intended use of this machine is to lift

personnel, including tools, and materials to an aerial work site.

 Do not elevate the platform unless the machine

is on firm level ground.

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Bulletin Distribution and Compliance

Safety of product users is of paramount importance to Genie. Various bulletins are used by Genie to communicate important safety and product information to dealers and machine owners.

The information contained in the bulletins is tied to specific machines using the machine model and serial number.

Distribution of bulletins is based on the most current owner on record along with their associated dealer, so it is important to register your machine and keep your contact information up to date.

To ensure safety of personnel and the reliable continued operation of your machine, be sure to comply with the action indicated in a respective bulletin.

To view any open bulletins for your machine, visit us on the web at www.genielift.com.

Contacting the Manufacturer

At times it may be necessary to contact Genie. When you do, be ready to supply the model number and serial number of your machine, along with your name and contact information. At minimum, Genie should be contacted for:

Accident reporting Questions regarding product applications and

safety Standards and regulatory compliance information Current owner updates, such as changes in

machine ownership or changes in your contact information. See Transfer of Ownership, below.

Transfer of Machine Ownership

Taking a few minutes to update owner information will ensure that you receive important safety, maintenance and operating information that applies to your machine.

Please register your machine by visiting us on the web at www.genielift.com or by calling us toll free at 1-800-536-1800.

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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.

Safety Sign Maintenance

Replace any missing or damaged safety signs. Keep operator safety in mind at all times. Use mild soap and water to clean safety signs. Do not use solvent-based cleaners because they may damage the safety sign material.

Hazard Classification

Decals on this machine use symbols, color coding, and signal words to identify the following:

Safety alert symbol—used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a property damage message.

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Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions

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Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions

Read the operator’s

manual

Read the service manual

Crush hazard

No smoking

Collision hazard Crush hazard

Tip-over hazard

Electrocution hazard

Tip-over hazard

Maintain required clearance

Tip-over hazard

Use common sense and planning to control the movement of the machine on or near inclines.

Collision hazard

Tiedown

Burn hazard

Explosion hazard

Fire hazard

Electrocution hazard

Transport diagram

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Voltage rating for power to platform

Pressure rating for air line to platform

Lifting point

Release brakes

Grounded AC 3-wire only

Replace damaged wires and cords

Wheel load

Lanyard anchorage points

Side force

Manual force Footpad load

Indoor

Maximum capacity

Emergency lowering

Wind speed

Maximum capacity including occupant, tools, materials and options

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Personal Safety

Personal Fall Protection

Personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) is not required when operating this machine. If PFPE is required by job site or employer rules, the following shall apply:

All PFPE must comply with applicable governmental regulations and must be inspected

and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

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Work Area Safety

Tip-over Hazards

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

Do not move the machine while the platform is raised.

Do not cause a horizontal force or side load to machine by raising or lowering a fixed or overhanging load.

Do not transport tools and materials unless they are evenly distributed and can be safely handled by the person in the platform.

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 push off or pull toward any object outside of the platform.

Maximum allowable manual force

45 lbs / 200 N

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

Do not alter or disable machine components that in any way affect safety and stability.

Do not replace items critical to machine stability with items of different weight or specification.

Do not tie the platform to adjacent structures. Do not place loads outside the platform perimeter. Use only Genie approved replacement parts. When moving the machine with a forklift or other

transport vehicle, the platform should be fully lowered, the machine should be turned off and no personnel shall remain in the platform.

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

Do not alter or modify a mobile elevating 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.

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