Genie AWP-15S Operator's Manual

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Part No. 37168 Genie AWP Super Series 19Operator’s ManualFirst Edition • Ninth PrintingDo Not Operate Unless:You learn and practice the principles of safemachine operation contained in this operator’smanual.1 Avoid hazardous situations.2 Always perform a pre-operationinspection.3 Always perform function tests prior to use.4 Inspect the workplace.5 Only use the machine as it was intended.FundamentalsUsing the machine for anything other than liftingpersonnel and tools to an aerial work site is unsafe.If more than one operator is expected to use amachine at different times in the same work shift,each operator is expected to follow all safety rulesand instructions in the operator’s manual. Thatmeans every new operator should perform a pre-operation inspection, function tests and a workplace inspection before using the machine.Setup1 Position the machine directly below the desiredwork area.2 Connect to the appropriate power source:DC models: Connect battery pack.AC models: Connect to a grounded 15A ACpower supply. Use a 12 gauge / 3.3mm 2 3-wiregrounded extension cord no longer than50 feet / 13 m.Air models: Connect the airline.3 Insert the key and turn to the ON position ORturn to platform control.4 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button at theground controls and twist to release the redEmergency Stop at the platform controls. Besure the power light is on or the air pressuregauge reads 80-110 psi / 5.5 - 7.8 bar.5 Install the outriggers and adjust to level themachine and raise the base casters slightly offthe ground.6 Check the interlockdisplay. Be sure all fourinterlock display lights areon and all four outriggersare in firm contact with the ground.7 Use the bubble level to make sure the machineis level.Note: If adjustment is necessary, check the bubblelevel and interlock display again to make sure themachine is level and all four interlock display lightsare on.Operating Instructions