Operator’s Manual
GTWY SERIES 8
Pre-operation Inspection
□ Electrical components, wiring and electrical cables
□ Hydraulic power unit, hoses, fittings and cylinder
□ Platform entry mid-rail
□ Sequencing cables and pulleys
□ Lifting chains and idler wheels
□ Nuts, bolts and other fasteners
□ Mast columns
□ Breather cap
□ Outriggers, leveling jacks and footpads Check
entire machine for:
□ Dents or damage
□ Corrosion or oxidation
□ Cracks in welds or structural components
□ Be sure that all structural and other critical
components are present and all associated
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 and the
requirements specified in the responsibilities manual.
Maintenance Symbols Legend
The following symbols have been used
in this manual to help communicate the intent of the
instructions. When one or more of the symbols appear
at the beginning of a maintenance procedure, it
conveys the meaning below.
Indicates that tools will be required to perform
this procedure.
Indicates that new parts will be required to
perform this procedure.
Check the Battery - DC Models
Proper battery condition is essential to good machine
performance and safe operation. Improper fluid levels
or damaged cables and connections can result
in component damage and hazardous conditions.
Electrocution hazard. Contact with hot or
live circuits could result in death or serious injury.
Remove all rings, watches and other jewelry.
Bodily injury hazard.
Batteries contain acid. Avoid spilling or contacting
battery acid. Neutralize battery acid spills with baking
soda and water.
Perform this test after fully charging the
battery. 1 Put on protective clothing and eye wear.
2 Remove the battery vent caps.
3 Check the battery acid level. If needed, replenish
with distilled water to the bottom of the battery fill tube.
Do not overfill.
4 Install the vent caps.
