3 - 14 Genie Z-45/25 Bi-Energy and Genie Z-45/25J Bi-Energy Part No. 106488July 2004Section 3 • Scheduled Maintenance ProceduresREV AB-1Check the RadiatorMaintaining the radiator in good condition isessential for good engine performance. Operatinga machine with a damaged or leaking radiator mayresult in engine damage. Also, restricting air flowthrough the radiator (i.e., dirt or debris) will affectthe performance of the cooling system. A frequentcheck allows the inspector to identify changes inthe condition of the radiator that might indicatecooling system problems.Bodily injury hazard. Do notinspect while the engine isrunning. Remove the key tosecure from operation.Bodily injury hazard. Beware ofhot engine components. Contactwith hot engine components maycause severe burns.1 Remove the engine pivot plate latch retainer.2 Open the engine pivot plate latch and swing theengine pivot plate out away from the machine toaccess the radiator.3 Inspect the radiator for leaks and physicaldamage.4 Clean the radiator fins of debris and foreignmaterials.5 Swing the engine back to its original positionand close the engine pivot plate latch.6 Install the engine pivot plate latch retainer.B-2Check the Exhaust SystemMaintaining the exhaust system is essential togood engine performance and service life. Runningthe engine with a damaged or leaking exhaustsystem can cause component damage and unsafeoperating conditions.Bodily injury hazard. Do notinspect while the engineis running. Remove the key tosecure from operation.Bodily injury hazard. Beware ofhot engine components. Contactwith hot engine components maycause severe burns.1 Remove the engine pivot plate latch retainer.2 Open the engine pivot plate latch and swing theengine pivot plate out away from the machine toaccess the exhaust system.3 Be sure that all nuts and bolts are tight.4 Inspect all welds for cracks.5 Inspect for exhaust leaks; i.e., carbon builduparound seams and joints.Checklist B Procedures