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Genie GR-20J Operator's Manual

Genie GR-20J Operator's Manual

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See also: Service Manual , Instruction and Installation Manual
Operator's Manual
GR-20J
GR-26J
Serial Number Range
from GRJ13-523 to GRJ16-1151
(includes GRJ13-519)
from SN GRJ16L-1152 to GRJ16L-1999
from SN GRJL-2000
CE
with
Maintenance
Information
Original Instructions
Second Edition
First Printing
Part No. 216596

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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual Serial Number Range GR-20J from GRJ13-523 to GRJ16-1151 (includes GRJ13-519) from SN GRJ16L-1152 to GRJ16L-1999 GR-26J from SN GRJL-2000 with Maintenance Information Original Instructions Second Edition First Printing Part No. 216596...
  • Page 2 Contact us: Second Edition: First Printing, August 2013 Internet: http://www.genielift.com "Genie" is a registered trademarks of e-mail: awp.techpub@terex.com Genie Industries in the USA and many other countries. Complies with EC Directive 2006/42/EC See EC Declaration of Conformity Printed on recycled paper Printed in U.S.A.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Second Edition • First Printing Introduction Owners, Users and Operators: 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. We feel that you make a major contribution to...
  • Page 4 Second Edition • First Printing Introduction Hazard Classification Intended Use Genie uses symbols, color coding and signal words This machine is intended to be used only to lift to identify the following: personnel, along with their tools and materials to an aerial work site.

  • Page 5: Symbol And Hazard Pictorials Definitions

    Collision Hazard Chock wheels No flame. surface maintenance before releasing Stop engine personnel should brakes. access compartments Crush Hazard Keep away from Collision Hazard Do not stand elevated under raised components while platform servicing machine Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 6 Lanyard Grounded AC Replace damaged Tip-over Hazard Wheel load attachment point 3-wire outlet only wires and cords Maximum Wind Maximum Manual When tilt alarm Speed Force Maximum sounds, lower platform capacity platform Burn hazard GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...

  • Page 7: Personal Safety

    Operators must comply with employer, job site and governmental rules regarding the use of personal protective equipment. All PFPE must comply with applicable governmental regulations, and must be inspected and used in accordance with the PFPE manufacturer’s instructions. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 8 Do not operate the machine during lightning or storms. Do not use the machine as a ground for welding. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 9 Mounting attachments for holding boom raised or extended. 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. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...

  • Page 10: Work Area Safety

    15% (9°) before attempting to free the platform using the Note: Slope rating is subject to ground conditions ground controls. and adequate traction. See Driving on a Slope in the Operating Instructions section. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 11 Do not enter or exit the the platform controls and platform unless the machine drive chassis for drive and is in the stowed position and steer functions. the platform is at ground level. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 12 Do not operate the machine or charge the batteries Component Damage Hazard in hazardous locations or locations where potentially flammable or explosive gases or Do not use the machine as a ground for welding. particles may be present. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 13 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. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 14 3 Rotate the turntable so that the platform is between the non-steer wheels. 4 Turn the key switch to the off position and remove the key to secure from unauthorized use. 5 Chock the wheels. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...

  • Page 15: Legend

    12 Manual storage container 4 Batteries (under cover) 13 Red Emergency Stop button 5 Mast 14 Power to charger 6 Jib boom 15 Non-steer tire 7 Emergency lowering valve for jib boom 8 Platform controls Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 16 4 Red Emergency Stop button 11 Proportional control handle for drive and boom functions 5 Drive enable indicator light 12 Thumb rocker switch for steer functions 6 Platform overload indicator light 7 Drive enable button GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 17 12 Thumb rocker switch for steer functions Press the left side of the thumb rocker and the machine will steer to the left. Press the right side of the thumb rocker and the machine will steer to the right. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...

  • Page 18: Controls

    7 Function enable button for mast up, jib boom up and turntable rotate left functions 4 Platform overload indicator light 8 Function enable button for mast down, jib boom down and turntable rotate right functions GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 19 Note: An alarm will sound at the platform when an overload condition occurs and will stop sounding when weight is removed from the platform. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 20 Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be performed by qualified service technicians, according to the manufacturer's specifications and the requirements listed in the responsibilities manual. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 21 Hydraulic hoses, fittings, cylinders and manifolds Hydraulic tank Drive and turntable motors and drive hubs Mast wear pads Tires and wheels Limit switches and horn Alarms and beacons (if equipped) Nuts, bolts and other fasteners Platform entry mid-rail Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...

  • Page 22: Inspections

    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. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 23 Push and hold the button for the mast up function, the jib boom up function and the turntable rotate left function. Result: The functions should operate through a full cycle. The descent alarm should sound while the mast is lowering. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 24 30 Move the control handle in the direction Result: No functions should operate. indicated by the blue arrow. Result: The mast should raise. 31 Press and hold the function enable switch on the control handle. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 25 40 Press the thumb rocker switch in the direction indicated by the yellow triangle on the control panel. Result: The steer wheels should turn in the direction that the yellow triangles point on the drive chassis. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 26 Use the color-coded direction arrows on the platform Blue controls and the drive chassis to identify the direction of travel. Yellow GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 27 75 Turn the valve on the function manifold all the way in the counterclockwise direction to reset the valve. 76 The manual hand pump handle is stored under the chassis covers in front of the batteries. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 28 92 The manual hand pump handle is stored under the chassis covers in front of the batteries. 84 At the function manifold, turn the cap on the manual function valve counterclockwise, to close the valve. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 29 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. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 30 T110010 Cosmetic - Genie 37054 Arrow - Yellow T110011 Cosmetic - Genie GR-26J 37055 Triangle - Blue T110012 Cosmetic - Genie GR-20J 37056 Triangle - Yellow T110013 Label - Max Cap, Wind, Manual Force 40434 Label - Lanyard Anchorage T110014 Label - Wheel Load...
  • Page 31 Operator's Manual Second Edition • First Printing Inspections Shading indicates decal is hidden from view, i.e. under covers Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 32 That means 4 Inspect the workplace. every new operator should perform a pre-operation inspection, function tests, and a workplace 5 Only use the machine as it was intended. inspection before using the machine. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 33 7 Turn the valve on the manifold all the way in the lowering button. counterclockwise direction to reset the valve. 6 Push and hold the emergency lowering button. 7 Turn the cap on the valve clockwise to close the valve. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...

  • Page 34: Operating Instructions

    To Position Platform 1 Push and hold the appropriate function button. 2 Press and hold the appropriate function enable button. Drive and steer functions are not available from the ground controls. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 35 3 Press the thumb rocker switch on the top of the control handle. Use the color-coded direction triangles on the platform controls and the drive chassis to identify the direction the wheels will turn. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 36 If the control handle is not moved within 5 seconds of selecting a function, the function will not operate. Select the function again. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 37 0.3 m ÷ 3.6 m = 0.083 x 100 = 8.3 % grade If the slope exceeds the maximum uphill, downhill or side slope rating, then the machine must be winched or transported up or down the slope. See Transport and Lifting section. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 38 An alarm will be sounding when this light is on. Remove weight from the platform to resume machine operation or have a person on the ground turn the key switch to ground control and then lower the platform. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 39 4 Clean and replace the battery vent caps. indicated on the charger. 5 Connect the battery charger to a grounded Use only Genie authorized battery and charger. AC power supply. Once the charging cycle begins, do not interrupt. A charge cycle of approximately 10 hours will be required for batteries discharged 70% to 80%.
  • Page 40 8 Remove the battery vent caps and check the battery electrolyte level when the charging cycle is complete. Replenish with distilled water to reach a level of 1 cm above the plates in each cell. Do not overfill. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 41 Be sure the vehicle capacity, loading surfaces rolling. and chains or straps are sufficient to withstand the machine weight. Genie lifts are very heavy 2 Move the brake release toggle switch to the right relative to their size. See the serial label for the to reset the brakes.
  • Page 42 Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured items. Securing the Chassis Use chains of ample load capacity. Use a minimum of 4 chains. Adjust the rigging to prevent damage to the chains. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...

  • Page 43: Transport And Lifting Instructions

    Be sure the crane capacity, loading surfaces and straps or lines are sufficient to withstand the machine weight. See the serial label for the machine weight. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize responsibilities manual. battery acid spills with baking soda and water. Use only Genie approved replacement parts. 1 Put on protective clothing and eye wear. 2 Be sure that the battery cable connections are tight and free of corrosion.

  • Page 45: Specifications

    Add oil as needed. Result: The hydraulic oil level should be at the mark on the side of the hydraulic tank. FULL Hydraulic oil specifications Hydraulic oil type Chevron Rando HD equivalent Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...
  • Page 46 Sound pressure level at ground workstation <70 dBA Sound pressure level at platform workstation <70 dBA Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. GR-20J • GR-26J Part No. 216596...
  • Page 47 Sound pressure level at ground workstation <70 dBA Sound pressure level at platform workstation <70 dBA Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Part No. 216596 GR-20J • GR-26J...

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