4 - 14 Genie S-80 & Genie S-85 Part No. 34032Service Manual - First EditionSection 4 - Scheduled Maintenance ProceduresTABLE B PROCEDURES2 Be sure that all nuts and bolts are tight.3 Inspect all welds for cracks.4 Inspect for exhaust leaks; i.e., carbon builduparound seams and joints.B-5Check the BatteryProper battery condition is essential to goodengine performance and operational safety.Improper fluid levels or damaged cables andconnections can result in engine componentdamage and hazardous conditions.Engine fuels are combustible.Replace the fuel filter in an open,well-ventilated area away fromheaters, sparks, flames andlighted tobacco. Always have anapproved fire extinguisher withineasy reach.Batteries contain acid. Avoidspilling or contacting battery acid.Neutralize battery acid spills withbaking soda and water.1 Put on protective clothing and eye wear.2 Be sure that the battery cable connections arefree of corrosion.3 Be sure that the battery hold downs and cableconnections are tight.4 Remove the battery vent caps and check thespecific gravity with a hydrometer.5 Check the battery acid level. If needed,replenish with distilled water to the bottom ofthe battery fill tube. Do not overfill.6 Install the vent caps.B-6Check the Hydraulic Tank FilterCondition IndicatorMaintaining the hydraulic tank filter in goodcondition is essential to good system performanceand safe machine operation. The filter conditionindicator will show when the hydraulic flow isbypassing a clogged filter. If the filter is notfrequently checked and replaced, impuritieswill remain in the hydraulic system and causecomponent damage.1 Start the engine from the platform controls.2 Move the engine speed control switch to highidle (rabbit symbol).3 Inspect the filter condition indicator.a filter condition indicatorb filterc hydraulic tankResult: The filter should be operating with theplunger in the green area. If the display showsthe plunger in the red area, this indicates thatthe hydraulic filter is being bypassed and thefilter should be replaced. See C-7, Replace theHydraulic Tank Filter.abc
