Genie GL-12 - Manual (Page 11)

Part No. 35566 Genie Lift 9
Operator's Manual First Edition • Sixth Printing
Pre-operation Inspection
o
Be sure that the operator’s manual is complete,
legible and available for reference.
o
Be sure that all decals are legible and in place.
See Decals section.
Check the following components or areas for
damage, improperly installed or missing parts and
unauthorized modifications:
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Winch and related components
o
Base components
o Legs
o
Roller wheels
o Inner and outer frames
o
Glide buttons
o
Carriage hold-down assembly
o Cable anchor
o
Cable and pulleys
o Wheels and casters
o
Forks
o Load platform and boom (if equipped)
o
Nuts, bolts and other fasteners
o
Cable (kinks, frays, abrasions)
o
Ladder (if equipped)
o
Brake system (if equipped)
o Limit switch (electric winch models)
o
Electric winch and related components
(if equipped)
o Hand controls and wiring (electric winch
models)
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION
Check the entire machine for:
o Dents or damage
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Corrosion or oxidation
o
Cracks in welds or structural components
o Be sure that all structural and other critical
components are present and all associated
fasteners and pins are in place and properly
tightened.
o
Inspect and clean the battery terminals and all
battery cable connections.
o
Be sure there is a minimum of 4 wraps of cable
around the winch drum when the carriage is
fully lowered.
o
Be sure the frame channels are properly
lubricated and free of debris. Lubricate the
channels with a dry silicone spray or silicone
wax (Genie part number 90337).