4 - 14 Genie S-40 and Genie S-45 Part No. 102521January 2005Section 4 • Repair ProceduresREV A4-2BoomHow to Remove the BoomConsult the Genie Industries Service Departmentfor instructions on how to safely remove the boomassembly from the machine. Failure to read andfollow the warnings listed below could result indeath or serious injury.Bodily injury hazard. Thisprocedure requires specific repairskills, lifting equipment and asuitable workshop. Attempting thisprocedure without these skills andtools could result in death orserious injury and significantcomponent damage. Dealerservice is strongly recommended.Bodily injury hazard. Sprayinghydraulic oil can penetrate andburn skin. Loosen hydraulicconnections very slowly to allowthe oil pressure to dissipategradually. Do not allow oil tosquirt or spray.Crushing hazard. The boom liftcylinder and primary boom will fallif not properly supported.Crushing hazard. The primaryboom could become unbalancedand fall when removed from themachine if not properly attached tothe overhead crane.Component damage hazard.When lowering the master cylinderdown, be sure not to damage themaster cylinder hoses or fittings.Perform this procedure with theboom in the stowed position.When removing a hose assemblyor fitting, the O-ring on the fittingand/or hose end must be replacedand then torqued to specificationduring installation.Refer to Section 2,Hydraulic Hoseand Fitting Torque Specifications.BOOM COMPONENTS
