Genie GS-2632 Setup guide

Operator’s Manual Fourth Edition
Third Printing
Part No. 1000033
with Maintenance Information

Operator's Manual Fourth Edition • Third Printing
GS-2032 • GS-2632 Part No. 1000033
Copyright © 1997 by Genie Industries
First Edition: Seventeenth Printing, October 2002
Second Edition: First Printing, October 2003
Third Edition: Second Printing, July 2004
Fourth Edition: Second Printing, February 2006
Fourth Edition: Third Printing, May 2017
"Genie" is a registered trademark of
Genie Industries in the U.S.A. and many other
countries. "GS" is a trademark of Genie
Industries.
These machines comply with
ANSI/SIA 92.6-1999.
Printed on recycled paper
Printed in U.S.A.
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
Legend ...................................................................... 9
Controls .................................................................... 10
Pre-operation Inspection .......................................... 12
Maintenance............................................................. 14
Function Tests .......................................................... 16
Workplace Inspection ............................................... 21
Operating Instructions .............................................. 22
Transport and Lifting Instructions ............................. 27
Decals ...................................................................... 30
Specifications ........................................................... 34
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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
machine operation contained in this operator's
manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
Know and understand the safety rules
before going on to the next section.
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
You read, understand and obey the
manufacturer's instructions and safety rules—
safety and operator's manuals and machine
decals.
You read, understand and obey employer's
safety rules and worksite regulations.
You read, understand and obey all applicable
governmentalregulations.
You are properly trained to 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
and apparatus in accordance with applicable
governmental regulations and the following chart.
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 13.72 800 lbs / 363 kg Extension only
250 lbs / 113 kg Platform only 550 lbs / 249 kg
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 on the ground or
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 must not
exceed the maximum platform capacity or the
maximum capacity of the platform extension.
Maximum capacity - GS-2032
Platform retracted 800 lbs 363 kg
Platform extended - Platform only 550 lbs 249 kg
Platform extended - Extension only 250 lbs 113 kg
Maximum occupants - ANSI and CSA 2
Maximum occupants - Australia
Outdoor use 1
Indoor use only 2

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SAFETY RULES
Maximum capacity - GS-2632
Platform retracted 500 lbs 227 kg
Platform extended - Platform only 250 lbs 113 kg
Platform extended - Extension only 250 lbs 113 kg
Maximum occupants - ANSI and CSA 2
Maximum occupants - Australia
Indoor use only 2
Do not raise the platform unless the machine is on
a firm, level surface.
Do not depend on the tilt alarm as a level indicator.
The tilt alarm sounds on the chassis only when the
machine is on a slope.
If the tilt alarm sounds:
Lower the platform. Move the machine to a firm,
level surface. If the tilt alarm sounds when the
platform is raised, use extreme caution to lower the
platform.
Do not alter or disable the limit switches.
500 lbs / 227 kg Extension only
250 lbs / 113 kg Platform only 250 lbs / 113 kg
Do not drive over 0.5 mph / 0.7 km/h with the
platform raised.
Use extreme care and slow speeds while driving
the machine in a stowed position across uneven
terrain, debris, unstable or slippery surfaces and
near holes and drop-offs.
Do not drive the machine on a slope that exceeds
the slope and side slope rating of the
machine.Slope rating applies to machines in the
stowed position.
Maximum slope rating, stowed position 30% (17°)
Maximum side slope rating,
stowed position 30% (17°)
Note: Slope rating is subject to ground conditions
and adequate traction.
Do not use the platform controls to free a platform
that is caught, snagged or otherwise prevented
from normal motion by an adjacent structure. All
personnel must be removed from the platform
before attempting to free the platform using the
ground controls.
Do not push off or pull
toward any object outside
of the platform.
Maximum allowable
manual force
GS-2032
ANSI & CSA - 2 person
120 lbs / 534 N
Australia - Indoor use only - 2 person 90 lbs / 400 N
Australia - Outdoor use - 1 person 45 lbs / 200 N
GS-2632
ANSI & CSA - 2 person 100 lbs / 445 N
Australia - Indoor use only - 2 person 90 lbs / 400 N

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Do not transport tools and materials unless they are
evenly distributed and can be safely handled by
person(s)in theplatform.
Do not place ladders or scaffolds in the platform or
against any part of this machine.
Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile
surface or vehicle.
Be sure all tires are in good condition, castle nuts
are properly tightened and cotter pins are properly
installed.
Do not use batteries that weigh less than the
original equipment. Batteries are used as
counterweight and are critical to machine stability.
Each battery must weigh 65 pounds / 30 kg.
Do not use the machine as a crane.
Do not push the machine or other objects with the
platform.
Do not contact adjacent structures with the
platform.
Do not tie the platform to adjacent structures.
Do not place loads outside the platform perimeter.
Do not operate the machine with the chassis trays
open.
Do not alter or disable machine components that in
any way affect safety and stability.
Do not modify or alter an aerial work platform
withoutprior writtenpermissionfromthe
manufacturer.Mountingattachmentsforholding
toolsorothermaterialsontotheplatform, toeboards
or guard rail system can increase the weight in the
platform and the surface area of the platform or the
load.
OutdoorUse: Donotraisetheplatform whenwind
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
continueto operatethemachine.
Indoor Use: Whenraisingthe platform,follow
ratingsforallowable side force andnumberof
occupants on page 3.
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.
Donotdrivethe machine on or nearuneventerrain,
unstablesurfacesorotherhazardousconditions
with the platform raised.
Do not replace items critical to machine stability
with items of different weight or specification.
Do not place or attach fixed or overhanging loads to
any part of this machine.
SAFETY RULES

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SAFETY RULES
Fall Hazards
The guard rail system provides fall protection. If
occupantsofthe platform arerequiredto wear
personalfallprotection equipment(PFPE) dueto
job site or employer rules, PFPE equipment and its
use shall be in accordance with the PFPE
manufacturer’sinstructionsandapplicable
governmentalrequirements.
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.
Attach the platform entry chain or close the entry
gatebeforeoperating.
Do not operate the machine unless the guard rails
are properly installed and the entry is secured for
operation.
Collision Hazards
Be aware of limited sight
distance and blind spots
whendrivingoroperating.
Beawareof theextendedplatform position when
movingthemachine.
The machine must be on a level surface or secured
beforereleasingthebrakes.
Operators must comply with employer, job site and
governmentalrulesregardinguseofpersonal
protectivequipment.
Checkthework areaforoverhead obstructions or
otherpossiblehazards.
Beawareofcrushinghazardswhengraspingthe
platformguardrail.
Observeandusethecolor-codeddirectionarrows
on the platform controls and platform decal plate for
drive and steer functions.
Nostuntdriving orhorseplaywhile operatinga
machine.

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SAFETY RULES
Crushing Hazards
Keep hands and limbs out of scissors.
Do not work under the platform or in the scissor
links without the safety arm in place.
Use common sense and planning when operating
the machine with the controller from the ground.
Maintain safe distances between the operator, the
machine and fixed objects.
Component Damage Hazard
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Explosion and Fire Hazard
Do not operate the machine 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 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
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 platform.
Do not lower the platform unless the area below is
clear of 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 machine in the path of any crane
or moving overhead machinery unless the controls
of the crane have been locked out and/or
precautions have been taken to prevent any
potentialcollision.

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SAFETY RULES
Decal Legend
Genie product decals use symbols, color coding
and signal words to identify the following:
Safety alert symbol—used to alert
personnel to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
Red—used to indicate the
presence of an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
Orange—used to indicate the
presence of a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Yellow with safety alert symbol—
used to indicate the presence of a
potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may cause
minor or moderate injury.
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—used to indicate operation
or maintenance information.
Bodily Injury Hazard
Do not operate the machine with a hydraulic oil or
air leak. An air leak or hydraulic leak can penetrate
and/or burn skin.
Improper contact with components under any
cover will cause serious injury. Only trained
maintenance personnel should access
compartments. Access by the operator is only
advised when performing a pre-operation
inspection. All compartments must remain closed
and secured during operation.

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SAFETY RULES
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 an
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.
Component Damage Hazard
Do not use any battery charger greater than 24V to
charge the batteries.
Electrocution Hazards
Connect the battery charger to
a grounded, AC 3-wire electrical
outlet only.
Inspect daily for damaged cord,
cables and wires. Replace
damaged items before
operating.
Avoid electrical shock from contact with battery
terminals. Remove all rings, watches and other
jewelry.
Tip-over Hazard
Do not use batteries that weigh less than the
original equipment. Batteries are used as
counterweight and are critical to machine stability.
Each battery must weigh 65 pounds / 30 kg.
Lifting Hazard
Use the appropriate number of people and proper
lifting techniques when lifting batteries.

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Legend
1 Platform entry chain or entry
gate
2 Platform guard rails
3 Lanyard anchorage point
4 Platform extension release
pedal
5 GFCI outlet
6 Platform controls
7 Manual storage container
8 Tilt alarm (under cover)
9 Auxiliary lowering lever
10 Transport tie-down
11 Steer tire
12 Pothole guard
13 LED diagnostic readout
14 Ground controls
15 Non-steer tire
16 Brakereleasepumpknoband
releaseknob
17 Batterycharger
(onoppositeside of machine)
18 Entryladder/transport
tie-down
19 Safety arm

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Controls
Platform Controls
1 Red Emergency Stop button
2 LED diagnostic readout / Battery charge
indicator
3 Lift function select button
4 Horn button
5 Proportional control handle and function enable
switch for lift and drive functions
6 Thumb rocker switch for steer functions
7 Drive speed button
8 Drive function select button

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CONTROLS
Ground Control Panel
1 7 amp breaker for electrical circuits
2 Key switch for platform/off/ground selection
3 Hour meter
4 Platform up/down toggle switch
5 Red Emergency Stop button
1
2
3
4
5

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Pre-operation Inspection
Do Not Operate Unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine operation contained in this operator's
manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
2 Always perform a pre-operation
inspection.
Know and understand the pre-operation
inspection before going on to the next
section.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
Fundamentals
It is the responsibility of the operator to perform a
pre-operation inspection and routine maintenance.
The pre-operation inspection is a visual inspection
performed by the operator prior to each work shift.
The inspection is 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 procedures are
required. Only routine maintenance items specified
in this manual may be performed by the operator.
Refer to the list on the next page and check each
of the items.
If damage or any unauthorized variation from
factory delivered condition is discovered, the
machine must be tagged and removed from
service.
Repairs to the machine may only be made by a
qualified service technician, according to the
manufacturer's specifications. After repairs are
completed, the operator must perform a
pre-operation inspection again before going on to
the function tests.
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be
performed by qualified service technicians,
according to the manufacturer's specifications and
the requirements listed in the responsibilities
manual.

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Pre-operation Inspection
•Be sure that the operator's, safety and
responsibilities manuals are complete, legible
and in the storage container located on the
platform.
•Be sure that all decals are legible and in place.
See Decals section.
•Check for hydraulic oil leaks and proper oil
level. Add oil if needed. See Maintenance
section.
•Check for battery fluid leaks and proper fluid
level. Add distilled water if needed. See
Maintenancesection.
Check the following components or areas for
damage, improperly installed or missing parts and
unauthorizedmodifications:
•Electrical components, wiring and electrical
cables
•Hydraulic power unit, tank, hoses,
fittings, cylinders and manifolds
•Battery pack and connections
•Drive motors
•Wear pads
•Tires and wheels
•Ground strap
•Limit switches, alarms and horn
•Nuts, bolts and other fasteners
•Platform entry chain or gate
•Beacon and alarms (if equipped)
•Brake release components
•Safety arm
•Pothole guards
•Platform extension
•Scissor pins and retaining fasteners
•Platform control joystick
Check entire machine for:
•Cracks in welds or structural components
•Dents or damage to machine
•Excessive rust, corrosion or oxidation
•Be sure that all structural and other critical
components are present and all associated
fasteners and pins are in place and properly
tightened.
•Be sure side rails are installed and bolts are
fastened
•Be sure that the chassis trays are closed and
latched and the batteries are properly
connected.
Note: If the platform must be raised to inspect the
machine, make sure the safety arm is in place.
See Operating Instructions section.

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Observe and Obey:
Only routine maintenance items specified in this
manual shall be performed by the operator.
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be
completed by qualified service technicians,
according to the manufacturer's specifications
and the requirements specified in the
responsibilitiesmanual.
Maintenance Symbols Legend
The following symbols have been
used in this manual to help
communicate the intent of the
instructions. When one or more of
the symbols appear at 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 procedure.
Check the Hydraulic Oil Level
Maintaining the hydraulic oil at the proper levels is
essential to machine operation. Improper hydraulic
oil levels can damage hydraulic components. Daily
checks allow the inspector to identify changes in oil
level that might indicate the presence of hydraulic
system problems.
Perform this procedure with the
platform in the stowed position.
1 Visually inspect the oil level in the hydraulic
tank.
Result: The hydraulic oil level should be at the
FULL mark on the tank.
2 Add oil if necessary. Do not overfill.
Hydraulic oil specifications
Hydraulic oil type Chevron Rykon
Premium MV equivalent
Maintenance

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Check the Batteries
Proper battery condition is essential to good
performance and operational safety. Improper fluid
levels or damaged cables and connections can
result in component damage and hazardous
conditions.
This procedure does not need to
be performed on machines with
sealed or maintenance-free
batteries.
Electrocution hazard. Contact with
hot or live circuits may result in
death or serious injury. Remove all
rings, watches and other jewelry.
Bodily injury hazard. Batteries
contain acid. Avoid spilling or
contacting battery acid. Neutralize
battery acid spills with baking soda
and water.
Perform this test after fully
charging the batteries.
1 Put on protective clothing and eye wear.
2 Be sure that the battery cable connections are
tight and free of corrosion.
3 Be sure that the battery retaining fasteners are
in place and secure.
4 Remove the battery vent caps.
5 Check the battery acid level of each battery. If
needed, replenish with distilled water to the
bottom of the battery fill tube. Do not overfill.
6 Install the vent caps.
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance
Maintenance performed quarterly, annually and
every two years must be completed by a person
trained and qualified to perform maintenance on
this machine according to the procedures found in
the service manual for this machine.
Machines that have been out of service for more
than three months must receive the quarterly
inspection before they are put back into service.

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FunctionTests
Do Not Operate Unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine operation contained in this operator's
manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to
use.
Know and understand the function tests
before going on to the next section.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
Fundamentals
The function tests are designed to discover any
malfunctions before the machine is put into
service. The operator must follow the step-by-step
instructions to test all machine functions.
A malfunctioning machine must never be used. If
malfunctions are discovered, the machine must be
tagged and removed from service. Repairs to the
machine may only be made by a qualified service
technician, according to the manufacturer's
specifications.
After repairs are completed, the operator must
perform a pre-operation inspection and function
tests again before putting the machine into service.

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1 Select a test area that is firm, level and free of
obstruction.
2 Be sure the battery pack is connected.
At the Ground Controls
3 Pull out the platform and ground red Emergency
Stop buttons to the on position.
4 Turn the key switch to ground control.
5 Observe the diagnostic LED readout.
Result: The LED should look like
the picture at right.
Test Emergency Stop
6 Push in the ground red Emergency Stop button
to the off position.
Result: No functions should operate.
7 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to
the on position.
Test the Up/Down Functions
The audible warnings on this machine and the
standard horn all come from the same central
alarm. The horn is a constant tone. The descent
alarm sounds at 60 beeps per minute. The alarm
that goes off when the pothole guards have not
deployed sounds at 300 beeps per minute. The
alarm that goes off when the machine is not level
sounds at 600 beeps per minute. An optional
automotive-style horn is also available.
8 Activate the up function.
Result: The platform should raise.
9 Activate the down function.
Result: The platform should lower. The descent
alarm should sound while the platform is
lowering.
FUNCTION TESTS
Test Auxiliary Lowering
10 Activate the up function and raise the platform
approximately 2 feet / 60 cm.
11 Pull the auxiliary lowering knob.
Result: The platform should lower. The descent
alarm will not sound.
12 Turn the key switch to platform control.
At the Platform Controls
Test Emergency Stop
13 Push in the platform red Emergency Stop
button to the off position.
Result: No functions should operate.
Test the Horn
14 Pull the red Emergency Stop button out to the
on position.
15 Push the horn button.
Result: The horn should sound.

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Test the Steering
Note: When performing the steer and drive function
tests, stand in the platform facing the steer end of
the machine.
23 Press the drive function select
switch.
24 Press and hold the function
enable switch on the control
handle.
25 Depress the thumb rocker switch on top of the
control handle in the direction identified by the
blue triangle on the control panel.
Result: The steer wheels should turn in the
direction that the blue triangle points on the
control panel.
26 Depress the thumb rocker switch in the
direction identified by the yellow triangle on the
control panel.
Result: The steer wheels should turn in the
direction that the yellow triangle points on the
control panel.
FUNCTION TESTS
Test the Function Enable Switch
16 Do not hold the function enable switch on the
control handle.
17 Slowly move the control handle in the direction
indicated by the blue arrow, then in the direction
indicated by the yellow arrow.
Result: No functions should operate.
Test the Up/Down Functions
18 Press the lift function select
button.
19 Press and hold the function
enable switch on the control
handle.
20 Slowly move the control handle in the direction
indicated by the blue arrow.
Result: The platform should raise. The pothole
guards should deploy.
21 Release the control handle.
Result: The platform should stop raising.
22 Press and hold the function enable switch.
Slowly move the control handle in the direction
indicated by the yellow arrow.
Result: The platform should lower. The descent
alarm should sound while the platform is
lowering.