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Genie Lifter
Genie Lifter
Seventh Printing
Part No. 33499
Operator's Manual Second Edition • Seventh Printing
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
Legend ...................................................................... 6
Pre-operation Inspection ............................................ 8
Function Tests .......................................................... 10
Workplace Inspection ............................................... 15
Operating Instructions .............................................. 16
Load Capacity Charts ................................................ 18
Transport and Lifting Instructions .............................. 20
Decals ...................................................................... 21
Specifications ........................................................... 24
Printed in U.S.A.
Safety Rules
Warning
Failure to obey the instructions and
safety rules in this manual may
result in death or serious injury.
SAFETY RULES
Do not stand on the load handling attachments. Do not use blocks to level
the machine.
Do not climb on the mast.
Do not move the machine
Tip-over Hazards with a raised load, except
for minor positioning.
Do not raise the load unless the stabilizers (if
equipped) and legs have been fully lowered and Do not operate the machine in strong or gusty
locked and the casters are winds. Increasing the load surface area will
in full contact with the decrease machine stability in windy conditions.
ground.
SAFETY RULES
SAFETY RULES
Do not raise if the load is not properly centered on Keep hands clear of the rotating gears.
the load handling attachment. Use proper lifting techniques to lift the barrel
Do not raise unless the load is properly secured to handler.
the load handling attachment. Fork Extensions
Do not stand under or Do not raise the load unless the fork extensions are
allow personnel under properly secured to the forks.
the machine when the
load is raised. Collision Hazards
Do not stand under the Check the work area for
load. The safety brake overhead obstructions or
system (if equipped) will other possible hazards.
allow the load to drop 1
to 3 feet before locking Do not tilt the machine
the columns. back unless the area is
clear of personnel and
Do not lower the load unless the area below is clear obstructions.
of personnel and obstructions.
Use common sense and
Keep hands and fingers away from folding legs and planning when transporting
other potential pinch points. the machine on an incline or slope.
Maintain a firm grasp on the stabilizer when the Do not load for transport unless the machine and
lock plates are released. The stabilizer will drop. vehicle are on a level surface. Use proper lifting
Maintain a firm grasp on the leg when the retaining techniques to load the machine.
pin is removed. The leg will drop.
SAFETY RULES
Legend
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LEGEND
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Boom
Flat Forks
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Pre-operation Inspection
Fundamentals
The Pre-operation Inspection is a visual inspection
performed by the operator prior to each work shift.
This inspection is designed to discover if anything
is apparently wrong with a machine before the
operator tests it.
Do Not Operate Unless:
Inspect the machine for modifications, damage and
You learn and practice the principles of safe loose or missing parts.
machine operation contained in this operator's A damaged or modified machine must never be
manual. used. If damage or any variation from factory
1 Avoid hazardous situations. delivered condition is discovered, the machine
must be tagged and removed from service.
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
Repairs to the machine may only be made by a
Know and understand the pre-operation qualified service technician, according to the
inspection before going on to the next manufacturer's specifications. After repairs are
section. completed, the operator must perform a pre-
3 Always perform function tests prior to use. operation inspection again before going on to the
function tests.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION
Pre-operation Inspection
R Be sure that the operator’s manual is complete, Check the entire machine for:
legible and in the storage container located on
the machine. R Dents or damage
R Be sure that all decals are legible and in place. R Corrosion or oxidation
See Decals section. R Cracks in welds or structural components
Check the following components or areas for R Be sure that all structural and other critical
damage, modifications and improperly installed or components are present and all associated
missing parts: fasteners and pins are in place and properly
tightened.
R Winch and related components
R Be sure there is a minimum of 4 wraps of cable
R Base components
around the winch drum when the carriage is fully
R Legs lowered.
R Stabilizers and latch plates (if equipped)
R Mast columns
R Exterior plastic shim for safety brake
(if equipped)
R Carriage hold-down bar
R Cable anchor
R Cable and pulleys
R Wheels and casters
R Load handling attachments (if equipped)
R Nuts, bolts and other fasteners
R Cable (kinks, frays, abrasions)
Function Tests
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.
FUNCTION TESTS
Machines Without Stabilizers 3 Position the adjustable arm to the desired width.
1 Remove the leg retainer pin and lower the leg to 4 Tighten the arm lock knob while supporting the
the down position. Insert the pin through the leg leg assembly.
and base. 5 Repeat steps 1-4 for the other arm.
FUNCTION TESTS
2 Place the load platform on the adjustable forks. 2 Insert the retaining pin.
Pipe Cradle
FUNCTION TESTS
FUNCTION TESTS
Workplace Inspection
Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous
situations:
· Drop-offs or holes
· Bumps and floor obstructions
· Debris
Do Not Operate Unless: · Overhead obstructions and high voltage
conductors
You learn and practice the principles of safe · Hazardous locations
machine operation contained in this operator's
manual. · Inadequate surface support to withstand all
load forces imposed by the machine
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
· Wind and weather conditions
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
· All other possible unsafe conditions
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect the workplace.
Know and understand the workplace
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
operating the machine.
Operating Instructions
Fundamentals
Using the machine for anything other than lifting
material is unsafe.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1 Center the load on the load handling attachment. · Make sure the load is centered on the load
See Load Capacity Charts section. handling attachment
2 Secure the load to the load handling attachment. · Make sure the load is secured to the load
handling attachment
3 Raise the load by firmly
down · Avoid sudden starts and stops
grasping the winch
handles and rotating · Travel with the load in the lowest possible
them toward the mast. position
Do not allow the cable
up · Keep personnel away from the machine and
to wind unevenly onto
the drum. load
4 Lower the load by firmly grasping the winch After Each Use
handles and rotating them away from the mast.
After lowering to the desired position, turn the To prepare the Genie Superlift for storage, follow
winch handles toward the mast (raise the load) the Setup procedure in reverse order.
1/4 turn to set the brakes
Select a safe storage location - firm level surface,
weather protected, clear of obstruction and traffic.
Forks
Load Center
Zone
Be sure the vehicle capacity, loading surfaces 7 Use a minimum of 1 chain or strap to secure the
and chains or straps are sufficient to withstand machine to the truckbed. Place the chain or
the machine weight. See the serial plate for strap over the mast. Placing the chain or strap
machine weight. over the legs can damage the legs.
Decals
Decal Inspection
Use the pictures on the next two pages to verify
that all decals are legible and in place. Below is a
numerical list with quantities and descriptions.
DECALS
DECALS
Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS