Genie Z-30 Operator's Manual

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12 Genie Z-30/20 Part No. 24184Operator's Manual Second Edition • Third PrintingFunction TestsDo 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 touse.Know and understand the function testsbefore going on to the next section.4 Inspect the work place.5 Only use the machine as it was intended.1 Select a test area that is firm, level and free ofobstruction.At the Ground Controls2 Turn the key switch to ground control.3 Lift the red Emergency Stop switch cover andmove the toggle switch to the on position.Result: The beacon (if equipped) should flash.Test the Emergency Stop4 Press down on the red Emergency Stop switchcover to the off position.Result: All ground and platform control functionsshould not operate.5 Lift the red Emergency Stop switch cover andmove the toggle switch to the on position.Test the Boom Functions6 Activate each boom and platform function toggleswitch.Result: All boom and platform functions shouldoperate through a full cycle. Descent alarm (ifequipped) should sound while boom is lowering.FundamentalsThe Function Tests are designed to discover anymalfunctions before the machine is put into service.The operator must follow the step-by-stepinstructions to test all machine functions.A malfunctioning machine must never be used. Ifmalfunctions are discovered, the machine must betagged and removed from service. Repairs to themachine may only be made by a qualified servicetechnician, according to the manufacturer'sspecifications.After repairs are completed, the operator mustperform a pre-operation inspection and functiontests again before putting the machine into service.