Second Edition • First Printing
Operator's Manual
Work Area Safety
Part No. 1314200GT
Genie Lift
™
9
Work Area Safety
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
Phase to Phase
Minimum Safe
Approach Distance
0 to 300V
Avoid Contact
300V to 50KV
10 ft
3.05 m
50KV to 200KV
15 ft
4.60 m
200KV to 350KV
20 ft
6.10 m
350KV to 500KV
25 ft
7.62 m
500KV to 750KV
35 ft
10.67 m
750KV to 1000KV
45 ft
13.72 m
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 must not touch
or operate the machine until energized power lines
are shut off.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Tip-over Hazards
Do not exceed the rated load capacity. See Load
Capacity Charts section.
Do not raise the load unless the leg lock pins have
been properly inserted into the legs.
Do not raise the load unless the correct length legs
are properly installed.
Do not raise the load
unless the machine is on
a firm, level surface.
Do not move the machine
with a raised load, except
for minor positioning.
Do not tilt the machine back with a raised load.
Do not use blocks to level the machine.
Do not operate the machine in strong or gusty
winds. Increasing the load surface area will
decrease machine stability in windy conditions.
Do not place ladders or scaffolding against any
part of the machine.
