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Operator's Manual

 

Fourth Edition • First Printing

 

Personal Safety 

 

 

14 

GR-26J

 

Part No. 1307950GT 

 

Personal Safety 

 

Personal Fall Protection 

Personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) is 
required when operating this machine.   

Occupants must wear a safety belt or harness in 
accordance with governmental regulations. Attach 
the lanyard to the anchor provided in the platform. 

Operators must comply with employer, job site and 
governmental rules regarding the use of personal 
protective equipment. 

All PFPE must comply with applicable 
governmental regulations, and must be inspected 
and used in accordance with the PFPE 
manufacturer’s instructions. 

 

Summary of Contents for GR-26J

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Serial Number Range GR 26J from GRJL 2298 ANSI CSA North America South America Asia with Maintenance Information Original Instructions Fourth Edition First Printing Part No 1307950GT ...

Page 2: ...15 Legend 22 Controls 23 Inspections 27 Operating Instructions 41 Transport and Lifting Instructions 49 Maintenance 53 Specifications 55 Copyright 2010 Terex Corporation Fourth Edition First Printing May 2021 Genie is a registered trademark of Terex South Dakota Inc in the U S A and many other countries GR is a trademark of Terex South Dakota Inc These machines comply with ANSI SAIA A92 20 CAN CSA...

Page 3: ... 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 pers...

Page 4: ...nction Drive function enable button Ground controls symbology and related machine movement Jib boom up down Turntable rotate Mast up down Mast down Jib boom down Mast Up Jib boom Up Key switch Sequential functions and movement Drive and steer Interlocked functions Elevated drive speed Elevated drive in an off level condition All platform and ground controls Limitations of use The intended use of t...

Page 5: ...ction 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 reg...

Page 6: ...ksite 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 Classificati...

Page 7: ...zard Pictorials Definitions Crush hazard Electrocution hazard Fire hazard Explosion hazard Burn hazard Fall hazard Batteries used as counterweights No Open Flames Tip over hazard No smoking Voltage rating for power to platform Electrocution hazard Maintain required clearance Keep away from moving parts Read the operator s manual ...

Page 8: ...s by trained and authorized personnel only Collision hazard Chock wheels before releasing brakes Crush hazard Keep away from elevated components while servicing machine Collision hazard Do not stand under raised platform Tip over hazard Grounded AC 3 wire outlet only Replace damaged wires and cords Lanyard anchorage points Wheel load 1 When tilt alarm sounds 2 Lower platform ...

Page 9: ...Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions Part No 1307950GT GR 26J 7 Maximum occupants 1 Maximum platform capacity Maximum allowable side force Maximum wind speed Determine slope rating Collision hazard Keep away from overhead obstacles Runaway hazard ...

Page 10: ...Operator s Manual Fourth Edition First Printing General Safety 8 GR 26J Part No 1307950GT General Safety ...

Page 11: ...Fourth Edition First Printing Operator s Manual General Safety Part No 1307950GT GR 26J 9 ...

Page 12: ...Operator s Manual Fourth Edition First Printing General Safety 10 GR 26J Part No 1307950GT ...

Page 13: ...Fourth Edition First Printing Operator s Manual General Safety Part No 1307950GT GR 26J 11 ...

Page 14: ...Operator s Manual Fourth Edition First Printing General Safety 12 GR 26J Part No 1307950GT ...

Page 15: ...Fourth Edition First Printing Operator s Manual General Safety Part No 1307950GT GR 26J 13 ...

Page 16: ...Occupants must wear a safety belt or harness in accordance with governmental regulations Attach the lanyard to the anchor provided in the platform Operators must comply with employer job site and governmental rules regarding the use of personal protective equipment All PFPE must comply with applicable governmental regulations and must be inspected and used in accordance with the PFPE manufacturer ...

Page 17: ...onnel 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 Tip over Hazards Occupants equipment and materials shall not exceed the maximum platform capacity Indoor use Maximum platform capacity 440 lbs 200 kg Maximum occupants 2 Outdoor use...

Page 18: ... or near uneven terrain unstable surfaces or other hazardous conditions with the boom raised or extended Do not push off or pull toward any object outside of the platform Maximum allowable side force Indoor use 90 lbs 400 N Outdoor use 45 lbs 200 N Maximum wind speed 28 mph 45 km h Do not alter or disable machine components that in any way affect safety and stability Do not replace items critical ...

Page 19: ... platform using the ground controls Do not use batteries that weigh less than the original equipment Batteries are used as counterweight and are critical to machine stability The battery box including batteries must weigh a minimum of 467 lbs 212 kg Do not use the machine as a crane Do not push the machine or other objects with the boom Do not contact adjacent structures with the boom Do not tie t...

Page 20: ...se the entry gate before operating Do not enter or exit the platform unless the machine is in the stowed position and the platform is at ground level Collision Hazards Be aware of limited sight distance and blind spots when driving or operating Be aware of the platform position and tailswing when rotating the turntable Check the work area for overhead obstructions or other possible hazards Be awar...

Page 21: ... Hazard 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 duri...

Page 22: ...ot contact the battery terminals or the cable clamps with tools that may cause sparks Component Damage Hazard Do not use any battery charger greater than 48V to charge the batteries Do not use the machine as a ground for welding Electrocution Burn Hazards Connect the battery charger to a grounded AC 3 wire electrical outlet only Inspect daily for damaged cords cables and wires Replace damaged item...

Page 23: ...Use 1 Select a safe parking location firm level surface clear of obstruction and traffic 2 Lower the Jib boom and the mast to the stowed position 3 Rotate the turntable so that the platform is between the non steer wheels 4 Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key to secure from unauthorized use ...

Page 24: ...ols also under cover on opposite side 3 Ground controls 4 Batteries under cover 5 Mast 6 Jib boom 7 Auxiliary lowering valve for jib boom 8 Platform controls 9 Platform 10 Sliding mid rail 11 Lanyard anchorage points 12 Manual storage container 13 Red Emergency Stop button 14 Power to charger 15 Non steer tire 16 Forklift pockets ...

Page 25: ... GR 26J 23 Controls The ground control station is to be used as a means to raise the platform for function tests and for storage purposes The ground control station can be used in the event of an emergency to rescue an incapacitated person in the platform Ground Control Panel ...

Page 26: ...curs and will stop sounding when weight is removed from the platform 5 Battery charge indicator Shows battery charge level If battery charge indicator shows two bars charge the batteries 6 Key switch for platform off ground selection Turn the key switch to the platform position and the platform controls will operate Turn the key switch to the off position and the machine will be off Turn the key s...

Page 27: ...Fourth Edition First Printing Operator s Manual Controls Part No 1307950GT GR 26J 25 Platform Control Panel ...

Page 28: ...ounding 7 Drive enable button To drive when the drive enable light is on push the drive enable button and the drive button and slowly move the drive control handle off center Be aware that the machine may move in the opposite direction that the drive and steer controls are moved 8 Machine not level indicator light The machine not level indicator light will come on when the tilt alarm sounds 9 Horn...

Page 29: ...n is designed to discover if anything is apparently wrong with a machine before the operator performs the function tests The pre operation inspection also serves to determine if routine maintenance procedures are required Only routine maintenance items specified in this manual may be performed by the operator Refer to the list on the next page and check each of the items If damage or any unauthori...

Page 30: ... installed or missing parts and unauthorized modifications Electrical components wiring and electrical cables Hydraulic hoses fittings cylinders and manifolds Hydraulic tank Drive and turntable motors and drive hubs Mast wear pads Tires and wheels Limit switches and horn Alarms and beacons if equipped Nuts bolts and other fasteners Platform entry mid rail Check entire machine for Cracks in welds o...

Page 31: ...e the machine as it was intended Function Test Fundamentals The function tests are designed to discover any malfunctions before the machine is put into service The operator must follow the step by step instructions to test all machine functions A malfunctioning machine must never be used If malfunctions are discovered the machine must be tagged and removed from service Repairs to the machine may o...

Page 32: ...turntable rotate left Push and hold the button for the mast up function the jib boom up function and the turntable rotate left function Result The functions should operate through a full cycle The descent alarm should sound while the mast is lowering 9 Press and hold the function enable button for mast down jib boom down and turntable rotate right Press and hold the button for the mast down functi...

Page 33: ...w arrow Result No functions should operate Test Machine Functions and Descent Alarm 23 Push the jib boom function button Result The indicator light above the function button should be on 24 Press and hold the function enable switch on the control handle 25 Move the control handle in the direction indicated by the blue arrow Result The jib should raise 26 Press and hold the function enable switch o...

Page 34: ...on the drive chassis 40 Press the thumb rocker switch on top of the control handle in the direction indicated by the yellow triangle on the control panel Result The steer wheels should turn in the direction that the yellow triangles point on the drive chassis Test Drive and Braking 41 Press the drive function button Result The indicator light above the function button should be on 42 Press and hol...

Page 35: ...ne may drive in the opposite direction that the drive and steer control handle is moved Use the color coded direction arrows on the platform controls and the drive chassis to identify the direction of travel Test Limited Drive Speed 53 Push the mast function and turntable rotate function button 54 Press and hold the function enable switch on the control handle 55 Raise the mast approximately 4 in ...

Page 36: ...lve To Rotate the Turntable 69 Open the turntable cover opposite the ground controls 70 Locate the valve on the function manifold used for manually operating functions 71 Turn the cap counterclockwise for turntable rotate right Turn the cap clockwise for turntable rotate left 72 Insert the manual hand pump handle into the pump 73 Locate the turntable rotate valve on the function manifold Push and ...

Page 37: ...ose the valve 84 At the function manifold turn the cap on the manual function valve counterclockwise to close the valve To Steer 85 Open the turntable cover opposite the ground controls 86 Locate the steer valve on the function manifold Push and hold the black button on the end of the valve 87 Insert the manual hand pump handle into the pump and pump the handle up and down Result The tires steer t...

Page 38: ...ator determine if the workplace is suitable for safe machine operation It should be performed by the operator prior to moving the machine to the workplace It is the operator s responsibility to read and remember the workplace hazards then watch for and avoid them while moving setting up and operating the machine Workplace Inspection Checklist Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous situation...

Page 39: ...Danger Tip over Hazard Batteries 1 231442 Warning Collision Hazard 1 231443 Danger Tip over Hazard 1 231444 Warning Slope Hazard 1 231446 Warning Drive Enable Hazard 1 231448 Danger Tip over Hazard 1 231449 Label Tire Specifications 4 231625 Warning Instructions Brake Release 1 237380 Warning Electrocution Hazard 1 237381 Danger Electrocution Hazard 3 237382 Warning Collision Hazard 1 237383 Dange...

Page 40: ...Operator s Manual Fourth Edition First Printing Inspections 38 GR 26J Part No 1307950GT ...

Page 41: ...abel Electrocution Hazard Plug 1 133015 Danger Electrocution hazard 3 216142 Label Tip over Hazard Slope 1 216143 Label Runaway Machine Hazard 1 216144 Label Collision Hazard 1 216145 Label Drive Direction Hazard 1 1263542 Label Compartment Access 1 1272242 Label Machine Registration Owner Transfer 1 1281174 Label Lanyard Anchorage Point Fall Arrest Fall Restrained 2 1294398 Label ANSI CSA Complia...

Page 42: ...Operator s Manual Fourth Edition First Printing Inspections 40 GR 26J Part No 1307950GT ...

Page 43: ...e operator s responsibility to follow all the safety rules and instructions in the operator s safety and responsibilities manuals Using the machine for anything other than lifting personnel along with their tools and materials to an aerial work site is unsafe and dangerous Only trained and authorized personnel should be permitted to operate a machine If more than one operator is expected to use a ...

Page 44: ...valve 4 Open the turntable cover on the ground controls side 5 Locate the auxiliary lowering button 6 Push and hold the auxiliary lowering button 7 Turn the cap on the valve clockwise to close the mast function valve To Rotate the Turntable 1 Open the turntable cover opposite the ground controls 2 Locate the valve on the function manifold used for manually operating functions 3 Turn the cap counte...

Page 45: ... to close the valve 8 At the function manifold turn the cap on the manual function valve counterclockwise to close the valve To Steer 1 Open the turntable cover opposite the ground controls 2 Locate the steer valve on the function manifold Push and hold the black button on the end of the valve 3 Insert the manual hand pump handle into the pump and pump the handle up and down Result The tires steer...

Page 46: ...el To Steer 1 Press the drive function select button The indicator light next to the drive function will be on If the control handle is not moved within 5 seconds of selecting a function the function will not operate Select the function again 2 Press and hold the function enable switch on the control handle 3 Press the thumb rocker switch on the top of the control handle Use the color coded direct...

Page 47: ...ws on the platform controls and the drive chassis to identify the direction the machine will travel If the control handle is not moved within 5 seconds of selecting a function the function will not operate Select the function again Machine Not Level Indicator Light Light flashing indicates the machine is not level The tilt alarm will be sounding when this light is flashing Move the machine to a fi...

Page 48: ...achine is stowed on a slope and the tilt alarm sounds the following functions are affected lift functions are disabled Return the machine to level ground to restore lift functions To determine the slope grade Measure the slope with a digital inclinometer OR use the following procedure You will need carpenter s level straight piece of wood at least 3 feet 1 m long tape measure Lay the piece of wood...

Page 49: ... distilled water to reach a level of 0 4 in 1 cm above the plates in each battery cell Do not overfill Do not charge the batteries if the battery electrolyte temperature is above 40 C Let the electrolyte temperature cool down first before charging the batteries 4 Clean and replace the battery vent caps 5 Connect the battery charger to a grounded AC power supply Once the charging cycle begins do no...

Page 50: ...ll to maximum level until the battery charge cycle is complete Overfilling can cause the battery acid to overflow during charging Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda and water 4 Install the battery vent caps 5 Push in the red Emergency Stop button 6 Connect the battery charger to a grounded AC power supply Once the charging cycle begins do not interrupt 7 The charger will indicate when...

Page 51: ...e serial label for the machine weight See the inspections section for the serial label location The machine must be on a level surface or secured before releasing the brakes Do not drive the machine on a slope that exceeds the uphill downhill or side slope rating See Driving on a Slope in the Operating Instructions section If the slope of the transport vehicle bed exceeds the uphill or downhill ma...

Page 52: ...urn the key switch to the off position and remove the key before transporting Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured items Securing the Chassis Use chains or straps of ample load capacity Use a minimum of 4 chains or straps Adjust the rigging to prevent damage to the chains Tie down the machine by the chassis Tie down the machine by the mast ...

Page 53: ... and straps or lines are sufficient to withstand the machine weight See the serial label for the machine weight Lifting Instructions Fully lower the mast and jib boom Remove all loose items on the machine Attach the rigging only to the designated lifting points on the machine There are two lifting points on the top of the mast Adjust the rigging to prevent damage to the machine and to keep the mac...

Page 54: ... all loose items on the machine Position the forklift forks in position with the forklift pockets Slowly lift the machine Fork Pockets A 2 ft 9 in 0 85 m B 1 ft 7 in 0 49 m Forks C maximum 6 3 in 0 16 m D maximum 2 35 in 0 06 m E minimum 45 3 in 1 15 m F minimum 2 in 0 05 m G minimum 4 in 0 10 m Center of gravity X Axis Y Axis GRJ 26 2 ft 4 in 0 71 m 2 ft 3 in 0 69 m 1 X Axis 2 Y Axis ...

Page 55: ... procedure Indicates that a cold motor or pump will be required to perform this procedure Check the Batteries Proper battery condition is essential to good machine performance and operational safety Improper fluid levels or damaged cables and connections can result in component damage and hazardous conditions Electrocution hazard Contact with hot or live circuits may result in death or serious inj...

Page 56: ...pect the sight gauge located on the side of the hydraulic oil tank Add oil as needed Do not overfill Result The hydraulic oil level should be at the FULL mark on the side of the hydraulic tank Hydraulic oil specifications Hydraulic oil type Chevron Rando HD equivalent Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance performed quarterly annually and every two years must be completed by a person trained and qualif...

Page 57: ...um 120 F 49 C Airborne noise emissions Sound pressure level at ground workstation 70 dBA Sound pressure level at platform workstation 70 dBA Platform dimensions length x width 2 ft 5 in x 2 ft 11 in 0 75 m x 0 90 m Platform leveling self leveling Turntable rotation 350 Controls 24V DC proportional AC outlet in platform Standard Hydraulic pressure maximum boom functions 2030 psi 140 bar System volt...

Page 58: ...Values 2 33 ft 10 06 m 14 12 ft 3 66 m 3 30 ft 9 14 m 15 9 ft 2 74 m 4 27 ft 8 23 m 16 6 ft 1 83 m 5 24 ft 7 32 m 17 3 ft 0 91 m 6 21 ft 6 40 m 18 0 ft 0 m 7 18 ft 5 49 m 19 3 ft 0 91 m 8 15 ft 4 57 m 20 6 ft 1 83 m 9 12 ft 3 66 m 21 9 ft 2 74 m 10 9 ft 2 74 m 22 12 ft 3 66 m 11 6 ft 1 83 m 12 3 ft 0 91 m 13 0 ft 0 m GR 26J Part No 1307950GT Operator s Manual Fourth Edition First Printing ...

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