background image

Operator's Manual

Fifth Edition • First Printing

4

GR-12 • GR-15 • GR-20

Part No. 133571

Voltage rating for
power to platform

Pressure rating for
air line to platform

Replace damaged
wires and cords

Lanyard
attachment point

Wind speed

Side force

Maximum capacity including occupant

+

Maximum capacity including occupant,
tools and tray

22 kg

+

+

Wheel load

Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions

Summary of Contents for Genie GR-12

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...b genieind com 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 m...

Page 3: ...er s safety rules and work site regulations You read understand and obey all applicable governmental regulations You are properly trained to safely operate the machine Introduction Owners Users and Op...

Page 4: ...tion 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 hazardous situation which if...

Page 5: ...ocution hazard Electrocution hazard Explosion hazard Fire hazard Burn hazard Skin injection hazard Keep away from moving parts Move machine to level ground Maintain required clearance Only trained mai...

Page 6: ...ting for power to platform Pressure rating for air line to platform Replace damaged wires and cords Lanyard attachment point Wind speed Side force Maximum capacity including occupant Maximum capacity...

Page 7: ...Operator s Manual Fifth Edition First Printing Part No 133571 GR 12 GR 15 GR 20 5 General Safety Safety signs and locations Decals with words...

Page 8: ...Operator s Manual Fifth Edition First Printing 6 GR 12 GR 15 GR 20 Part No 133571 General Safety Safety signs and locations Decals with words...

Page 9: ...Operator s Manual Fifth Edition First Printing Part No 133571 GR 12 GR 15 GR 20 7 Safety signs and locations Decals with symbols General Safety...

Page 10: ...Operator s Manual Fifth Edition First Printing 8 GR 12 GR 15 GR 20 Part No 133571 Safety signs and locations Decals with symbols General Safety...

Page 11: ...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 reg...

Page 12: ...ally 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 gove...

Page 13: ...atform only 250 lbs 113 kg 100 lbs 45 kg AWP platform 350 lbs 159 kg Maximum occupants 1 Do not raise the platform unless the machine is on a firm level surface Do not depend on the tilt alarm as a le...

Page 14: ...speeds may exceed 28 mph 12 5 m s If wind speeds exceed 28 mph 12 5 m s when the platform is raised lower the platform and do not continue to operate the machine Do not operate the machine in strong...

Page 15: ...tightened and cotter pins are properly installed Work Area Safety Crushing Hazard Keep hands and limbs out of mast Do not work under the platform or mast without the battery cover raised Use common s...

Page 16: ...e the entry gate before operating 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 Do no...

Page 17: ...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 Do not operate a m...

Page 18: ...ttery in hazardous locations or locations where potentially flammable or explosive gases or particles may be present Damaged Machine Hazards Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine Conduct a th...

Page 19: ...than 24V to charge the batteries 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...

Page 20: ...Hydraulic oil level indicator 10 Power to platform battery charger connection for optional inverter 11 Work station tray if equipped 12 Brake release pump knob under covers 13 Mid rail entry bar 14 P...

Page 21: ...ine 3 Menu down button 4 Menu enter button 5 Platform up button 6 Platform down button 7 Lift function enable button Press and hold this button to activate the lift function 8 Menu escape button 9 Men...

Page 22: ...tions 2 LED diagnostic readout battery charge indicator 3 Platform up button 4 Numeric keypad if equipped 5 Platform down button 6 Red Emergency Stop button 7 Low speed lift enable button 8 High speed...

Page 23: ...ess this button to activate the slow drive function The indicator light will be on when slow drive is selected 10 Horn Button Press the horn button and the horn will sound Release the horn button and...

Page 24: ...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 proced...

Page 25: ...unit tank hoses fittings cylinders and manifolds R Battery pack and connections R Drive motors R Tires and wheels R Ground strap R Limit switches alarms and horn R Alarms and beacons if equipped R Nut...

Page 26: ...use 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 s...

Page 27: ...te 11 Do not press the platform up or platform down buttons 12 Press the lift function enable button Result The lift function should not operate 13 Press and hold the lift function enable button and p...

Page 28: ...d not operate Test the Up Down Functions 27 Press and hold the high speed lift enable button 28 Press the platform up button Result The platform should raise The pothole guards should deploy 29 Releas...

Page 29: ...s on the control panel then come to an abrupt stop when the control handle is returned to the center position 44 Slowly move the control handle in the direction indicated by the yellow arrow on the co...

Page 30: ...he pothole guards on one side and then the other Result The pothole guards should not move 55 Press and hold the high or low speed lift enable button and press the platform down button to lower the pl...

Page 31: ...r 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...

Page 32: ...Arrows 2 72832 Danger Do Not Alter Limit Switch 1 72850 Instructions Work Tray Capacity 50 lbs 22 kg GR 12 GR 15 1 72970 Instructions Battery Charger Operations 1 82366 Label Chevron Rando 1 82975 Da...

Page 33: ...l Fifth Edition First Printing Part No 133571 GR 12 GR 15 GR 20 31 Inspections Shading indicates decal is hidden from view i e under covers Note Platform decals may be in different locations on option...

Page 34: ...Label Max Capacity 159 kg models with AWP platform 1 82836 Label Emergency Lowering 1 82966 Label Max Side Force 445 N ANSI 1 97810 Cosmetic Genie GR 12 2 97811 Cosmetic Genie GR 15 2 97812 Cosmetic G...

Page 35: ...l Fifth Edition First Printing Part No 133571 GR 12 GR 15 GR 20 33 Inspections Note Platform decals may be in different locations on optional AWP platform Shading indicates decal is hidden from view i...

Page 36: ...y 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...

Page 37: ...Turn the key switch to platform control 2 Pull out the ground and platform red Emergency Stop buttons to the on position 3 Be sure the battery pack is connected before operating the machine Operating...

Page 38: ...ure the distance from the bottom of the piece of wood to the ground Divide the tape measure distance rise by the length of the piece of wood run and multiply by 100 Example Run 12 ft 144 in 3 6 m Rise...

Page 39: ...release pedal 2 Grasp the platform guard rails carefully and push to extend the platform 3 Step on the platform extension release pedal and pull the guard rails to retract the platform Operation From...

Page 40: ...d area Use proper AC input voltage for charging as indicated on the charger Use only a Genie authorized battery and charger Operating Instructions Battery Level Indicator Use the LED diagnostic readou...

Page 41: ...lled water to cover the plates Do not overfill prior to the charge cycle 8 Replace the battery vent caps 9 Connect the battery charger to a grounded AC circuit 10 The charger will indicate when the ba...

Page 42: ...chine 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 Operatin...

Page 43: ...k when the machine is transported Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key before transporting Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured items Use the tie down points on the...

Page 44: ...t the machine and remove any loose or unsecured items Always place the lifting hook through the lifting eye so that it points away from the machine Transport and Lifting Instructions Observe and Obey...

Page 45: ...t 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 proced...

Page 46: ...y acid Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda and water Note Perform this test after fully charging the batteries 1 Put on protective clothing and eye wear 2 Be sure that the battery cable co...

Page 47: ...Standard Maximum hydraulic pressure 3000 psi 207 bar functions Tire size 10 x 3 x 1 in 25 4 x 7 6 x 2 5 cm Airborne noise emissions Sound pressure level at ground workstation 70 dBA Sound pressure le...

Page 48: ...option configurations See serial label for specific machine weight Power source 4 Batteries 6V 225AH Controls Proportional AC outlet in platform Standard Maximum hydraulic pressure 3000 psi 207 bar f...

Page 49: ...machine weight Power source 4 Batteries 6V 225AH Controls Proportional AC outlet in platform Standard Maximum hydraulic pressure 3000 psi 207 bar functions Tire size 10 x 3 x 1 in 25 4 x 7 6 x 2 5 cm...

Page 50: ...ard platform 35 x 29 5 in 88 9 x 74 9 cm Standard platform 55 x 29 5 in 139 7 x 74 9 cm with extension Standard AWP platform 27 x 26 in 69 x 51 cm Narrow AWP platform 26 x 20 in 66 x 51 cm Continuous...

Page 51: ...544 Phone 81 3 3453 6082 Fax 81 3 3453 6083 Phone 82 25 587 267 Fax 82 25 583 910 Phone 55 11 41 665 755 Fax 55 11 41 665 754 Phone 31 183 581 102 Fax 31 183 581 566 Genie Scandinavia Genie France Gen...

Reviews: