Terex GTH1516M-340 User manual

Operator’s Manual
Original Instructions
Second Edition
Second Printing
April 2017
Part No. 57.0009.0610
Serial number range
GTH-1544 (Perkins Tier 4i)
GTH-1544 (Deutz Tier 4i)
From GTH1516M-340
to GTH1516M-599
From GTH1516M-340
to GTH1516M-599

Contents
Introduction.......................................................... 1
Symbol and Hazard Pictorials Definitions............ 5
General Safety..................................................... 6
Work Area Safety ................................................. 7
Legend............................................................... 15
Controls ............................................................. 17
Inspections ........................................................ 21
Operating Instructions ....................................... 30
Transport and Lifting Instructions ...................... 41
Maintenance...................................................... 44
Attachments....................................................... 48
Specifications .................................................... 59
Load Charts....................................................... 60
Copyright © 2017 by Terex Corporation
Second Edition: Second Printing, April 2017
Genie is a registered trademark of Terex
South Dakota, Inc. in the U.S.A. and many
other countries. “GTH” is a trademark of Terex
SouthDakota, Inc.
April 2017
GTH-1544 Part No. 57.0009.0610
Second Edition - Second Printing

April 2017Second Edition - Second Printing
Part No. 57.0009.0610 GTH-1544 1
Introduction
About This Manual
Genie appreciates your choice of our machine for
your application. Our number one priority is user
safety, which is best achieved by our joint efforts.
This book is an operation and daily maintenance
manual for the user or operator of a Genie machine.
This manual,along with the AEM Rough Terrain
Forklift Safety Manual and the CCTV operator's
manual, should be considered a permanent part of
your machine and should remain with the machine at
all times. If you have any questions, contact Genie.
Product Identification
The machine serial number is located on the serial
label.
Intended Use
A variable reach rough terrain forklift truck is defined
as a wheeled type truck with a pivoting boom, which
may be equipped with various attachments for picking,
transporting and placing loads with the established
load range charts.
Use of this product in any other way is prohibited
and contrary to its intended
use.
Bulletin Distribution and
Compliance
Safety of product users is of paramount importance
to Genie. Various bulletins are used by Genie
to communicate important safety and product
information to dealers and machine owners.
The information contained in the bulletins is tied to
specific machines using the machine model and
serial number.
Distribution of bulletins is based on the most current
owner on record along with their associated dealer,
so it is important to register your machine and keep
your contact information up to date.
To ensure safety of personnel and the reliable
continued operation of your machine, be sure to
comply with the action indicated in a respective
bulletin.
Serial number
stamp
Serial label
(located inside chassis)

April 2017
2 GTH-1544 Part No. 57.0009.0610
Second Edition - Second Printing
Contacting the Manufacturer
At times it may be necessary to contact Genie.
When you do, be ready to supply the model number
and serial number of your machine, along with your
name and contact information.
At minimum, Genie should be contacted for:
• Accident reporting
• Questions regarding product applications
and safety
• Standards and regulatory compliance
information
• Questions regarding Product Modifications
• Current owner updates, such as changes
in machine ownership or changes in
your contact information. See Transfer of
Ownership, below.
Transfer of Machine Ownership
Taking a few minutes to update owner information
will ensure that you receive important safety,
maintenance and operating information that applies
to your machine.
Please register your machine by visiting us on the
web at www.genielift.com or by calling us toll free
at 1-800-536-1800.
Introduction

April 2017Second Edition - Second Printing
Part No. 57.0009.0610 GTH-1544 3
Introduction
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 the safety rules, the safety and
operator’s manuals, and the decals applied on
the machine.
You read, understand and obey the employer’s
safety rules and worksite regulations.
You read, understand and obey all applicable
governmental regulations.
You are properly trained to safely operate the
machine.