Part No. 32283 Genie Superlift 4 - 3Parts and Service Manual - First Edition Section 4 - Scheduled Maintenance ProceduresTABLE A PROCEDURESA-4Check the Winch OperationDetection of damage to the winch is essential tosafe machine operation. An unsafe workingcondition exists if the winch is damaged or notoperating correctly. A daily check of the winchoperation allows the inspector to identify changes inthe operating condition of the winch that mightindicate damage.1 Visually inspect the all winch components fordamage.2 Raise the carriage through a partial cycle andrelease the winch handles.Result: The winch should operate smoothly, freeof hesitation or binding. The load should notlower when the handles are released.3 Fully lower the carriage.Result: The winch should operate smoothly, freeof hesitation or binding.A-5Inspect the Columns forDamageDetection of damage to columns is essential forsafe machine operation. An unsafe workingcondition exists if the columns are damaged and donot operate smoothly, free of hesitation andbinding. A daily check of the columns allows theinspector to identify changes in the operatingcondition of the mast assembly that might indicatedamage.1 Visually inspect the exterior of each column forthe following:· dents, gouges or abrasions· bends or warping· excessive wear2 Raise and lower all columns through a completecycle.Result: Columns should raise and lowersmoothly, free of hesitation and binding.A-6Inspect the Cable andCable PulleysDetection of damage to cable or pulleys is essentialfor safe machine operation. An unsafe workingcondition exists if these components are damagedand do not operate smoothly. A daily check of thissystem allows the inspector to identify changes inthe operating condition that might indicate damage.1 Visually inspect the cable and components forthe following:· frayed or broken wire strands· kinks in the cable· corrosion· paint or foreign materials· split or cracked swagged end(s)· cable is properly secured to the winch· cable is properly secured to the mast2 Using proper lifting techniques, lay the machineback against a sawhorse or other suitablesupport and check to be sure of the following:· cable is on the pulleys· upper and lower mounting brackets areproperly secured· no broken or damaged pulleys· no unusual or excessive pulley wear