Operator's Manual
Second Edition • Second Printing
Part No. 114255
Genie TMZ-50/30
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Towing Information
Use the checklist provided on the back cover of
this manual before towing and while on the road.
Inspect all connections at each stop.
Driving a vehicle/trailer combination is
different from driving a vehicle alone.
All tires must be properly inflated. Find the
recommended cold tire pressures on the tire
sidewall or trailer decal. Do not overinflate the
tires. Tire pressures go up during driving.
Checking the tire pressure when the tires are
warm will give you an inaccurate pressure
reading.
Increase the distance between your vehicle and
the vehicle in front of you to twice the normal
following distance when towing a trailer. Allow
more following distance in adverse weather.
Slow down for downgrades and shift your
transmission into a lower gear.
Slow down for curves, hazardous road conditions,
freeway exits, and when driving in adverse
weather.
Heavy winds, excessive speed, load shifting or
passing vehicles can cause the trailer to sway
while driving. If this occurs, do not brake, speed up
or turn the steering wheel. Turning the steering
wheel or applying the brakes can cause the
vehicle and trailer to jackknife. Let up on the gas
pedal and keep the steering wheel straight.
If the vehicle and/or trailer travels off the paved
road, hold the steering wheel firmly and let up on
the gas pedal. Do not apply the brakes. Do not
turn sharply. Slow down to under 25 mph / 40 km/
h. Gradually turn the steering wheel to get back on
the road. Proceed with caution when entering
traffic.
When passing other vehicles, be sure to leave
enough room for the extra length of the trailer. You
will need to go much farther beyond the passed
vehicle before you can return to your lane.
Avoid jerky or sudden movements when turning.
Backing Up with Trailer
(if equipped with surge brake)
The surge brake system must be released before
backing up.
Consult the surge brake system manual for
specific instructions on each surge brake.
Be sure that the machine is returned to towing or
operating configuration when finished.
After Each Use
1 Select a safe parking location—firm level
surface, clear of obstruction and traffic.
2 Rotate the turntable so that the platform is
opposite the tongue of the machine. Use the
black arrows to properly align the turntable.
3 Lower the boom to the stowed position.
4 Secure the boom with the hold-down latches.
5 Turn the key switch to the off position and
remove the key to secure from unauthorized
use.
6 Chock the wheels.
7 Charge the batteries.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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