Genie Z-25/8 User manual

Operator’s Manual First Edition
Sixth Printing
Part No. 41313
with Maintenance Information

Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8 Part No. 41313
Operator's Manual First Edition • Sixth Printing
Copyright © 1997 by Genie Industries
First Edition: Sixth Printing, May 2002
Genie and "Z" are registered trademarks of
Genie Industries in the USA and many other
countries.
These machines comply with
ANSI/SIA92.5-1992.
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 ........................................................................ 1
Controls ..................................................................... 8
Pre-operationInspection ........................................... 10
Maintenance ............................................................. 12
Function Tests .......................................................... 14
Work Place Inspection .............................................. 18
OperatingInstructions ............................................... 19
TransportInstructions ............................................... 23
Decals ...................................................................... 24
Specifications ........................................................... 26
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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 Avoidhazardoussituations.
Knowandunderstandthesafetyrulesbefore
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:
Manufacturer's instructions and safety
rules—safetyand operator's manuals
and machine decals
employer's safety rules and worksite
regulations
applicablegovernmental regulations
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
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 and equipment shall not exceed the
maximum platform capacity.
Maximum platform capacity - Z-20/8N 400 lbs
- ANSI & CSA 181 kg
Maximum platform capacity - Z-20/8N 440 lbs
- CE 200 kg
Maximum platform capacity - Z-20/8 & Z-25/8
- ANSI, CSA & CE 500 lbs
227 kg
Maximum occupants 2
Do not raise the boom unless the machine is on a
firm, level surface.

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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:
The jib boom will not rotate and the platform will not
raise. 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. The jib
boom will rotate and the platform will raise when the
machine is level and the tilt alarm is off.
Do not alter or disable the limit switch.
Do not drive over 0.6 mph / 1 km/h with the
secondary boom raised.
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 a 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 jib boom or the secondary boom raised.
SAFETY RULES
Do not push off or pull
toward any object outside
of the platform.
Maximum allowable
side force - ANSI & CSA
150 lbs / 667 N
Maximum allowable
side 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.
Do not modify or alter an aerial work platform.
Mounting attachments for holding 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 platform or the load.
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 use the machine on a moving or mobile
surface or vehicle.

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SAFETY RULES
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 at least 65 lbs / 29.4 kg.
Each battery box including 4 batteries must weigh a
minimum of 340 lbs / 154.2 kg.
Do not use the machine as a crane.
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.
Do not operate the machine with the chassis trays
open.
Do not release the brakes with the manual brake
release unless the machine is on a firm, level
surface or secured.
Fall Hazards
Occupants must wear a
safety belt or harness and
comply with applicable
governmentalregulations.
Attach lanyard to the anchor
provided in the 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.

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SAFETY RULES
Collision Hazards
Be aware of limited
sight distance and
blind spots when
driving or operating.
Be aware of the platform position when rotating the
jib boom.
The machine must be on a level surface or secured
before releasing the brakes.
Check the work area for overhead obstructions or
other possible hazards.
Be aware of crushing hazards when grasping the
platform guard rail.
It is recommended that operators wear an
approved hard hat when operating the machine.
Observe and use the color-coded direction arrows
on the platform controls and drive chassis for drive
and steer functions.
Do not lower the platform unless the area below is
clear of personnel and obstructions.
Limit travel speed according to condition of 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
potential collision.
Component Damage Hazard
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Bodily Injury Hazard
Do not operate the machine with a hydraulic oil or
air leak. An air leak or hydraulic oil leak can
penetrate and/or burn skin.

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SAFETY RULES
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
damagedormalfunctioning machine.
Be sure all maintenance has been performed as
specified in this manual and the
Genie Z-20/8N & Genie Z-20/8 & Genie Z-25/8
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.
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.

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Battery Safety
Burn Hazards
Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective
clothing and eyewear 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.
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 Hazards
Do not use any battery charger greater than 48V to
charge the batteries.
Disconnect the battery pack plug before removing
the battery pack.
ElectrocutionHazards
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 at least 65 lbs / 29.4 kg.
Each battery box including 4 batteries must weigh a
minimum of 340 lbs / 154.2 kg.
Lifting Hazard
Use a forklift to remove or install the battery
pack(s).
SAFETY RULES

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Controls
Platform Control Panel
1 Auxiliary power switch
2 Secondary boom up/down switch
3 Hornbutton
4 Jib boom up/down switch
5 Emergency Stop button
6 Jib boom rotate switch
7 Battery charge indicator (option)
8 Not used
9 Proportional control handle for drive function and
thumb rocker for steer function
10 Drive speed select switch
11 Boom function speed controller

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CONTROLS
Ground Control Panel
1 Auxiliary power switch
2 Function enable switch
3 10A breaker for coil circuits
4 10A breaker for control circuits
5 Hour meter
6 Key switch for platform/off/ground selection
7 Emergency Stop button
8 Jib boom rotate switch
9 Jib boom up/down switch
10 Boom up/down switch

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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 Alwaysperformapre-operation
inspection.
Knowandunderstandthepre-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 and locations for modifications,
damage or loose or missing parts.
A damaged or modified machine must never be
used. If damage or any 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
Pre-operation Inspection
oBe sure that the operator's, safety and
responsibilities manuals are complete, legible
and in the storage container located on the
platform.
oBe sure that all decals are legible and in place.
See Decals section.
oCheck for hydraulic oil leaks and proper oil level.
Add oil if needed. See Maintenance section.
oCheck for battery fluid leaks and proper fluid
level. Add distilled water if needed. See
Maintenance section.
Check the following components or areas for
damage, modifications and improperly installed or
missing parts:
oElectrical components, wiring and electrical
cables
oHydraulic power unit, tank, hoses,
fittings, cylinders and manifolds
oDrive motors
oBoom wear pads
oTires and wheels
oLimit switch, alarms and horn
oNuts, bolts and other fasteners
oPlatform entry mid-rail/gate
oBeacon and alarms (if equipped)
oBrake release components
Check entire machine for:
oCracks in welds or structural components
oDents or damage to machine
oBe sure that all structural and other critical
components are present and all associated
fasteners and pins are in place and properly
tightened.
oBe sure that the chassis trays are in place,
latched and properly connected.

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Maintenance
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
responsibilities manual.
Check the Hydraulic Oil Level
Maintaining the hydraulic oil at the proper level 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.
1 Be sure the boom is in the stowed position.
2 Check the hydraulic oil filler cap/dipstick,
located at the top of the hydraulic tank.
Result: The hydraulic oil level should be at the
FULL mark.
Hydraulic oil specifications
Hydraulic oil type Dexron equivalent
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.

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Check the Batteries
Proper battery condition is essential to good
engine performance and operational safety.
Improper fluid levels or damaged cables and
connections can result in engine component
damage and hazardous conditions.
Electrocution hazard. Contact with
hot or live circuits could 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 Remove the battery vent caps.
4 Check the battery acid level. If needed,
replenish with distilled water to the bottom of
the battery fill tube. Do not overfill.
5 Install the vent caps.
Scheduled Maintenance
Maintenanceperformedquarterly,annuallyand
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.
MAINTENANCE

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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 Alwaysperformapre-operation
inspection.
3 Alwaysperformfunction testspriorto
use.
Knowandunderstandthefunctiontests
before going on to the next section.
4 Inspect the work place.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
1 Select a test area that is firm, level and free of
obstruction.
2 Be sure both battery connectors are connected.
At the Ground Controls
3 Turn the key switch to ground control.
4 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to
the on position.
Result: The beacon (if equipped) should flash.
TestEmergencyStop
5 Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the
off position.
Result: No ground or platform control functions
shouldoperate.
6 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to
the on position.
Test the Boom Functions
7 Do not hold the function enable switch to either
side. Attempt to activate each boom and
platform function toggle switch.
Result: No boom or platform functions should
operate.
8 Hold the function enable switch to either side
and activate each boom and platform function
toggle switch.
Result: All boom and platform functions should
operate through a full cycle. The descent alarm
(if equipped) should sound while the boom is
lowering.
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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FUNCTION TESTS
TestAuxiliaryControls
9 Turn the key switch to ground control.
10 Simultaneously hold the auxiliary power switch
on and activate each boom function toggle
switch.
Note: To conserve battery power, test each
function through a partial cycle.
Result: All boom functions should operate.
Test the Tilt Sensor
11 Pull out the platform red Emergency Stop button
to the on position.
12 Fully lower the platform.
13 Locate the tilt sensor on the chassis under the
boom.
14 Press down one side of
the tilt sensor and place
the tilt sensor test tool
under one of the posts.
Result: The alarm,
located in the platform,
shouldsound.
15 Raise the secondary boom.
Result: The secondary boom should stop raising
when the bottom of the platform is
approximately 6 feet / 1.8 m from the ground
16 Test all ground control functions.
Result: The up function should not operate. The
jib rotation function should not operate. The
down function should operate.
17 Fully lower the platform.
18 Turn the key switch to platform control. Do not
remove the tilt sensor test tool.
At the Platform Controls
Test the Tilt Sensor
19 Move the lift/drive select switch to the lift
position (if equipped).
20 Raise the secondary boom.
Result: The secondary boom should stop raising
when the bottom of the platform is
approximately 6 feet / 1.8 m from the ground.
21 Test all boom functions.
Result: The up function should not operate. The
jib rotation function should not operate. The
down function should operate.
22 Move the lift/drive select switch to the drive
position (if equipped).
23 Test the drive functions.
Result: The drive functions should not operate.
24 Move the lift/drive select switch to the lift
position (if equipped).
25 Lower the boom and remove the tilt sensor test
tool.
TestEmergencyStop
26 Push in the platform red Emergency Stop button
to the off position.
Result: No platform control functions should
operate.
TesttheHorn
27 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to the
on position.
28 Push the horn button.
Result: The horn should sound.

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FUNCTION TESTS
TesttheFoot Switch
29 Move the lift/drive select switch to the
appropriateposition(ifequipped).
30 Do not press down the foot switch. Activate
each machine function.
Result: No machine functions should operate.
TestMachineFunctions
31 Move the lift/drive select switch to the lift
position (if equipped).
32 Press down the foot switch.
33 Activate each machine function control handle
or toggle switch.
Result: All boom and platform functions should
operate through a full cycle.
Note: Control the speed of boom functions by
adjusting the boom function speed controller.
Platform, drive and steer functions are not affected
by the boom function speed controller.
TesttheSteering
34 Move the lift/drive select switch to the drive
position (if equipped).
35 Press down the foot switch.
36 Depress the thumb rocker switch on top of the
drive 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
controlpanel.
37 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
controlpanel.
TestDriveandBraking
38 Press down the foot switch.
39 Slowly move the drive control handle in the
direction indicated by the blue arrow on the
control panel until the machine begins to move,
then return the handle to the center position.
Result: The machine should move in the
direction that the blue arrow points on the drive
chassis, then come to an abrupt stop.
40 Slowly move the drive control handle in the
direction indicated by the yellow arrow on the
control panel until the machine begins to move,
then return the handle to the center position.
Result: The machine should move in the
direction that the yellow arrow points on the
drive chassis, then come to an abrupt stop.
Note: The brakes must be able to hold the machine
on any slope it is able to climb.

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TestLimitedDrive Speed
41 Move the lift/drive select switch to the lift
position (if equipped).
42 Press down the foot switch.
43 Fully lower the platform.
44 Raise the secondary boom until the platform
clears the counterweights.
45 Move the lift/drive select switch to the drive
position (if equipped).
46 Slowly move the drive control handle to the full
drive position.
Result: The maximum achievable drive speed
with the secondary boom raised should not
exceed 1 foot / 30 cm per second.
If the drive speed with the secondary boom raised
exceeds 1 foot / 30 cm per second, immediately
tag and remove the machine from service.
TestAuxiliaryControls
47 Move the lift/drive select switch to the
appropriateposition(ifequipped).
48 Press down the foot switch.
49 Simultaneously hold the auxiliary power switch
on and activate each function control handle or
toggle switch.
Note: To conserve battery power, test each
function through a partial cycle.
Result: All boom, steer and drive functions
shouldoperate.
FUNCTION TESTS
TesttheLift/DriveSelectFunction
(CEmodels)
Machineswithlift/driveselectswitch:
50 Move the lift/drive select switch to the lift
position.
51 Press down the foot switch.
52 Move the drive control handle off center.
Result: No drive functions should operate.
53 Activate each boom function toggle switch.
Result: All boom functions should operate.
54 Move the lift/drive select switch to the drive
position.
55 Press down the foot switch.
56 Activate each boom function toggle switch.
Result: No boom functions should operate.
57 Move the drive control handle off center.
Result: The drive functions should operate.
58 Repair any malfunctions before operating the
machine.
Machineswithoutlift/driveselectswitch:
59 Press down the foot switch.
60 Move the drive control handle off center and
activate a boom function toggle switch.
Result: No boom functions should operate. The
machine will move in the direction indicated on
the control panel.
61 Repair any malfunctions before operating the
machine.

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Workplace 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 Alwaysperformapre-operation
inspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspecttheworkplace.
Knowandunderstandtheworkplace
inspection before going on to the next
section.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
Fundamentals
The Workplace Inspection helps the operator
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
remember the workplace hazards, then watch for
and avoid them while moving, setting up and
operatingthe machine.
Workplace Inspection
Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous
situations:
·drop-offs or holes
·bumps, floor obstructions or debris
·overhead obstructions and high voltage
conductors
·hazardouslocations
·inadequate surface support to withstand all load
forces imposed by the machine
·wind and weather conditions
·the presence of unauthorized personnel
·other possible unsafe conditions