Terex Genie GS-4655, Operator'S Manual

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Operator's Manual First Edition • Third Printing
Work Area Safety
20 GS
™
-4655 Part No. 1294978GT
Damaged Machine Hazards
Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection of
the machine and test all functions before each
work shift. Immediately tag and remove from
service a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
Be sure all maintenance has been performed as
specified in this manual and the appropriate Genie
service manual.
Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
Be sure the operator's, safety, and responsibilities
manuals are complete, legible, and in the storage
container located on the machine.
Component Damage Hazards
Do not use any battery charger greater than 24V
to charge the batteries.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Battery Safety
Burn Hazards
Batteries contain acid.
Always wear protective
clothing and eye wear when
working with batteries.
Avoid spilling or contacting
battery acid. Neutralize
battery acid spills with baking
soda and water.
Do not expose the batteries or the charger to
water or rain during charging.
Explosion Hazards
Keep sparks, flames, and
lighted tobacco away from
batteries. Batteries emit
explosive gas.
The battery tray should
remain open during the
entire charging cycle.
Do not contact the battery
terminals or the cable
clamps with tools that may
cause sparks.