Part No. 48412 Genie S-60 & Genie S-65 7 - 11Service Manual - Second Edition Section 7 - Repair ProceduresPlatform Components2-1PlatformHow to Remove the Platform1 Separate the foot switch quick disconnect plug.2 Support the platform support weldment with aappropriate lifting device.3 Open the platform control box and remove theplatform control box mounting fasteners. Thenlower the control box and set it aside.If your machine is equipped withan airline to platform option, theairline must be disconnected fromthe platform before removal.4 Remove the platform mounting fasteners andremove the platform from the machine.Crushing hazard. The platformmay become unstable and fall if itis not properly supported.2-2Platform Leveling Slave CylinderThe slave cylinder and the rotator pivot are thetwo primary supports for the platform. The slavecylinder keeps the platform level through theentire range of boom motion. It operates in aclosed-circuit hydraulic loop with the mastercylinder. The slave cylinder is equipped withcounterbalance valves to prevent movement inthe event of a hydraulic line failure.How to Remove the PlatformLeveling Slave CylinderBefore cylinder removal isconsidered, bleed the slavecylinder to be sure there is noair in the closed loop.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 Two, HydraulicHose and Fitting TorqueSpecifications.1 Extend the boom until the slave cylinderbarrel-end pivot pin is accessible.2 Raise the boom slightly and place blocks underthe platform.3 Lower the boom until the platform is resting onthe blocks just enough to support the platform.Do not rest the entire weight of theboom on the blocks.800-610-4101ActionRental.com
