Genie Z-34/22 User manual

Operator's Manual Fourth Edition • Third Printing
Z-34/22 IC Part No.1000048
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 machine. This manual should
be considered a permanent part of your machine and
should remain with the machine at all times. If you
have any questions, call Genie Industries.
Contents
Page
Safety Rules .............................................................. 1
Controls ..................................................................... 8
Legend ..................................................................... 10
Pre-operationInspection........................................... 11
Maintenance............................................................. 13
Function Tests.......................................................... 16
Workplace Inspection ............................................... 21
Operating Instructions .............................................. 22
Decals ...................................................................... 28
Transport and Lifting Instructions.............................. 32
Specifications ........................................................... 35
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Copyright © 1996 by Genie Industries
Fourth Edition: Third Printing, February 2010
"Genie" and "Z" are registered trademarks of
Genie Industries in the U.S.A. and many other
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These machines comply with
ANSI/SIA 92.5-1992.
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Safety Rules
Danger
Failure to obey the instructions and
safety rules in this manual will
result in death or serious injury.
Do Not Operate Unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machineoperationcontainedinthisoperator's
manual.
1 Avoidhazardoussituations.
Knowandunderstandthesafetyrulesbefore
going on to the next section.
2 Alwaysperformapre-operationinspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
Youread,understandandobeythe
manufacturer'sinstructions and safetyrules—
safetyandoperator'smanualsandmachine
decals.
Youread,understandandobeyemployer's
safety rules and worksite regulations.
Youread,understandandobeyallapplicable
governmentalregulations.
Youareproperlytrainedto safely operate the
machine.

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SAFETY RULES
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
andapparatusinaccordancewithapplicable
governmentalregulationsandthefollowingchart.
Voltage Minimum Safe
Phase to Phase Approach Distance
Feet Meters
0 to 300V Avoid Contact
300V to 50KV 10 3.05
50KV to 200KV 15 4.60
200KV to 350KV 20 6.10
350KV to 500KV 25 7.62
500KV to 750KV 35 10.67
750KV to 1000KV 45 13.72
Allow for platform movement, electrical line sway or
sag and beware of strong or gusty winds.
Keep away from the machine if it contacts
energizedpowerlines.Personnelonthegroundor
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.
Maximum platform capacity 500 lbs 227 kg
Maximum occupants 2
The weight of options and accessories, such as
pipecradles, panelcradlesand welders,willreduce
the rated platform capacity and must be factored
into the total platform load. See the decals on the
options.
Do not raise or extend the boom unless the
machine is on a firm, level surface.
Do not depend on the tilt alarm as a level indicator.
The tilt alarm sounds in the platform only when the
machine is on a severe slope.
If the tilt alarm sounds:
Do not extend, rotate or raise the boom above
horizontal. Move the machine to a firm, level
surface before raising the platform. If the tilt alarm
sounds when the platform is raised, use extreme
caution to retract the boom and lower the platform.
Donot rotate the boom while lowering. Move the
machine to a firm, level surface before raising the
platform.
Do not alter or disable the limit switches.

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CE and Australia Markets: Do not use air-filled
tires. These machines are equipped with
foam-filled tires. Wheel weight and proper
counterweight configuration are critical to
stability.
Do not drive over 0.6 mph / 1 km/h with the
primary boom raised or extended or the
secondary boom raised.
Do not raise the boom when wind speeds may
exceed 28 mph / 12.5 m/s. If wind speeds exceed
28 mph / 12.5 m/s when the boom is raised, lower
the boom and do not continue to operate the
machine.
Do not operate the machine in strong or gusty
winds. Do not increase the surface area of the
platform or the load. Increasing the area exposed
to the wind will decrease machine stability.
Use extreme care and slow speeds while driving
the machine in stowed position across uneven
terrain, debris, unstable or slippery surfaces and
near holes and drop-offs.
Do not drive the machine on or near uneven
terrain, unstable surfaces or other hazardous
conditions with the boom raised or extended.
Do not drive the machine on a slope that exceeds
the maximum uphill, downhill or side slope rating
of the machine. Slope rating applies only to
machines in the stowed position.
Maximumsloperating,stowedposition,2WD
Counterweightuphill 37% 20°
Counterweightdownhill 20% 11°
Sideslope 25% 14°
Maximumsloperating,stowedposition,4WD
Counterweightuphill 45% 24°
Counterweightdownhill 40% 22°
Sideslope 25% 14°
Note: Slope rating is subject to ground conditions
and adequate traction.
Do not push off or pull toward any object outside
of the platform.
Maximumallowable
side force - ANSI &
CSA
150 lbs / 667 N
Maximumallowable
manual force - CE
90 lbs / 400 N
Do not alter or disable machine components that
in any way affect safety and stability.
Do not replace items critical to machine stability
with items of different weight or specification.
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Do not push the machine or other objects with the
boom.
Do not contact adjacent structures with the boom.
Do not tie the boom or platform to adjacent
structures.
Do not place loads outside the platform perimeter.
Fall Hazards
Occupants must wear a
safety belt or harness and
complywithapplicable
governmentalregulations.
Attach the lanyard to the
anchorprovidedinthe
platform.
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.
Keep the platform floor clear of debris.
Lower the platform entry mid-rail or close the
entry gate before operating.
Do not place or attach overhanging loads to any
part of this machine.
Do not place ladders or scaffolds in the platform
or against any part of this machine.
Do not transport tools and materials unless they
are evenly distributed and can be safely handled
by person(s) in the platform.
Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile
surface or vehicle.
Do not modify or alter an aerial work platform
withoutprior writtenpermission fromthe
manufacturer.Mountingattachmentsforholding
tools or other materials onto the platform,
toeboards or guard rail system can increase the
weight in the platform and the surface area of the
platformor the load.
Be sure all tires are in good condition, air-filled
tiresare properly inflated and lugnutsare properly
tightened.
Do not use the machine as a crane.

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CollisionHazards
Be aware of limited sight
distance and blind spots
whendrivingoroperating.
Beaware of the boom position when rotating the
turntable.
Checkthe work area foroverheadobstructions or
otherpossiblehazards.
Be aware of crushing hazards when grasping the
platformguardrail.
Operators must comply with employer, job site and
governmentalrulesregardingtheuseofpersonal
protectiveequipment.
Observeandusecolor-codeddirectionarrowson
the platform controls and drive chassis for drive
and steer functions.
Do not lower the boom unless the area below is
clearof personnelandobstructions.
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 boom in the path of any crane
unless the controls of the crane have been locked
outand/or precautions have beentakentoprevent
any potential collision.
Nostunt driving or horseplaywhileoperating a
machine.
Component Damage Hazard
Do not use any battery or charger greater than 12V
tojump-starttheengine.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
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Explosion and Fire Hazards
Do not start the engine if you smell or detect
liquid petroleum gas (LPG), gasoline, diesel fuel
or other explosive substances.
Do not refuel the machine with the engine running.
Refuel the machine and charge the battery only in
anopen, well-ventilatedareaaway fromsparks,
flames and lighted tobacco.
Donotoperate the machine in hazardouslocations
orlocationswherepotentiallyflammableor
explosive gases or particles may be present.
Donot spray etherintoengines equipped withglow
plugs.
Damaged Machine Hazards
Donotuse a damaged ormalfunctioningmachine.
Conductathoroughpre-operationinspectionofthe
machine and test all functions before each work
shift. Immediately tag and remove from service a
damagedormalfunctioningmachine.
Besureall maintenance has been performedas
specified in this manual and the appropriate service
manual.
Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
Be sure the operator’s, safety and responsibilities
manualsarecomplete,legibleandinthestorage
containerlocatedon the platform.
Bodily Injury Hazard
Do not operate the machine with a hydraulic oil or
air leak. An air leak or hydraulic leak can penetrate
and/orburnskin.
Alwaysoperatethemachine in a well-ventilated
areatoavoidcarbonmonoxidepoisoning.
Impropercontact with componentsunderany cover
will cause serious injury. Only trained maintenance
personnel should access compartments. Access
by the operator is only advised when performing a
pre-operationinspection.Allcompartmentsmust
remainclosedandsecuredduringoperation.
Battery Safety
Burn Hazards
Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective
clothingandeyewearwhenworkingwithbatteries.
Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize
battery acid spills with baking soda and water.
Explosion Hazard
Keep sparks, flames and lighted tobacco away
from batteries. Batteries emit explosive gas.
Electrocution Hazard
Avoid contact with electrical terminals.

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Decal Legend
Genie product decals use symbols, color coding
and signal words to identify the following:
Safety alert symbol—used to alert
personneltopotentialpersonal
injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
Red—usedtoindicatethe
presence of an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or
seriousinjury.
Orange—usedtoindicatethe
presence of a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or
seriousinjury.
Yellow with safety alert symbol—
used to indicate the presence of a
potentiallyhazardoussituation
which, if not avoided, may cause
minorormoderateinjury.
Yellow without safety alert
symbol—used to indicate the
presence of a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property
damage.
Green—usedtoindicateoperation
ormaintenanceinformation.

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Controls
PlatformControlPanel
1 Driveenableswitch
2 Driveenableindicatorlight
3 Auxiliary power switch
4 Platform level switch
5 Hornbutton
6 Primaryboomextend/retract
switch
7 RedEmergencyStop button
8 Notused
9 Batterychargeindicator
(option)
16 Engine start switch
17 Gasoline/LPGmodels:
Gasoline/LPG select switch
18 Boomfunction speed
controller
19 Jibboomup/downswitch
20 Secondaryboomup/down
switch
21 Primaryboomup/downswitch
22 Turntablerotateswitch
23 Platform rotate switch
10 Machine not level indicator
light(ifequipped)
11 Proportionalcontrolhandlefor
drivefunction and thumb
rocker for steer function
12 Platformoverloadindicator
light(ifequipped)
13 Drive speed select switch
14 Gasoline/LPGmodels:Choke
switch
Dieselmodels: Glowplug
switch(option)
15 Engineidle(rpm) select
switch
· Rabbit & foot switch: foot
switch activated high idle
· Turtle:lowidle
· Rabbit:highidle