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The Operator's Manual for Genie GS-2032 and GS-2632 emphasizes the importance of safety and proper operation, requiring trained personnel to follow specific guidelines. It includes sections on safety rules, pre-operation inspections, maintenance, and operating instructions to ensure safe usage of the equipment. The manual serves as a permanent reference for operators and includes essential safety information to prevent accidents and injuries.

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GS 2632 operators manual

The Operator's Manual for Genie GS-2032 and GS-2632 emphasizes the importance of safety and proper operation, requiring trained personnel to follow specific guidelines. It includes sections on safety rules, pre-operation inspections, maintenance, and operating instructions to ensure safe usage of the equipment. The manual serves as a permanent reference for operators and includes essential safety information to prevent accidents and injuries.

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Operator’s Manual Third Edition

Third Printing

with Maintenance Information Part No. 97552


Operator's Manual Third Edition • Third Printing

Important
Read, understand and obey these safety rules and
operating instructions before operating this machine.
Only trained and authorized personnel shall be
permitted to operate this machine. This manual should
be considered a permanent part of your machine and
should remain with the machine at all times. If you have
any questions, call Genie Industries.

Contents
Page
Safety ........................................................................ 1
Legend ....................................................................... 9
Controls .................................................................... 10
Pre-operation Inspection ........................................... 12
Maintenance ............................................................. 14
Function Tests .......................................................... 16
Workplace Inspection ................................................ 21
Operating Instructions ............................................... 22
Transport and Lifting Instructions .............................. 27
Decals ...................................................................... 30
Specifications ........................................................... 34

Copyright © 1997 by Genie Industries


Contact us:
First Edition: Seventeenth Printing, October 2002
Internet: http://www.genielift.com
Second Edition: First Printing, October 2003
e-mail: [email protected]
Third Edition: Second Printing, July 2004

Third Edition: Third Printing, May 2018

"Genie" is a registered trademark of


Terex South Dakota in the U.S.A. and many
other countries. "GS" is a trademark of Terex
South Dakota Inc.

These machines comply with


ANSI/SIA 92.6-1999.

Printed on recycled paper

Printed in U.S.A.

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Safety Rules

Danger
Failure to obey the instructions and
safety rules in this manual will
result in death or serious injury.

Do Not Operate Unless:


You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine operation contained in this operator's
manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
Know and understand the safety rules before
going on to the next section.
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.

You read, understand and obey the


manufacturer's instructions and safety rules—
safety and operator's manuals and machine
decals.

You read, understand and obey employer's


safety rules and worksite regulations.

You read, understand and obey all applicable


governmental regulations.

You are properly trained to safely operate the


machine.

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SAFETY RULES

Electrocution Hazards Allow for platform movement, electrical line sway or


sag and beware of strong or gusty winds.
This machine is not electrically insulated and will
not provide protection from contact with or Keep away from the machine if it contacts
proximity to electrical current. energized power lines. Personnel on the ground or
in the platform must not touch or operate the
machine until energized power lines are shut off.

Do not operate the machine during lightning or


storms.

Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.

Maintain safe distances from electrical power lines


and apparatus in accordance with applicable
governmental regulations and the following chart.

Voltage Minimum Safe


Phase to Phase Approach Distance
Feet Meters

0 to 300V Avoid Contact

300V to 50KV 10 3.05

50KV to 200KV 15 4.60

200KV to 350KV 20 6.10

350KV to 500KV 25 7.62

500KV to 750KV 35 10.67

750KV to 1000KV 45 13.72

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SAFETY RULES

Tip-over Hazards Do not raise the platform unless the machine is on


a firm, level surface.
Occupants, equipment and materials must not
exceed the maximum platform capacity or the
maximum capacity of the platform extension.

Maximum capacity - GS-2032

Platform retracted 800 lbs 363 kg

Platform extended - Platform only 550 lbs 249 kg


Platform extended - Extension only 250 lbs 113 kg

Maximum occupants - ANSI and CSA 2 Do not depend on the tilt alarm as a level indicator.
The tilt alarm sounds on the chassis only when the
Maximum occupants - Australia
machine is on a slope.
Outdoor use 1
Indoor use only 2 If the tilt alarm sounds:
Lower the platform. Move the machine to a firm,
level surface. If the tilt alarm sounds when the
platform is raised, use extreme caution to lower the
platform.
800 lbs / 363 kg Extension only Platform only Do not alter or disable the limit switches.
250 lbs / 113 kg 550 lbs / 249 kg
Do not drive over 0.5 mph / 0.7 km/h with the
Maximum capacity - GS-2632 platform raised.
Platform retracted 500 lbs 227 kg

Platform extended - Platform only 250 lbs 113 kg


Platform extended - Extension only 250 lbs 113 kg

Maximum occupants - ANSI and CSA 2

Maximum occupants - Australia


Indoor use only 2

500 lbs / 227 kg Extension only Platform only


250 lbs / 113 kg 250 lbs / 113 kg

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Do not operate the machine in strong or gusty Do not alter or disable machine components that in
winds. Do not increase the surface area of the any way affect safety and stability.
platform or the load. Increasing the area exposed to
the wind will decrease machine stability. Do not place or attach fixed or overhanging loads to
any part of this machine.

Do not drive the machine on or near uneven terrain,


unstable surfaces or other hazardous conditions
with the platform raised. Do not transport tools and materials unless they are
evenly distributed and can be safely handled by
Use extreme care and slow speeds while driving person(s) in the platform.
the machine in a stowed position across uneven
terrain, debris, unstable or slippery surfaces and Do not place ladders or scaffolds in the platform or
near holes and drop-offs. against any part of this machine.

Do not push off or pull Do not modify or alter an aerial work platform
toward any object outside without prior written permission from the
of the platform. manufacturer. Mounting attachments for holding
tools or other materials onto the platform, toeboards
or guard rail system can increase the weight in the
platform and the surface area of the platform or the
load.
Maximum allowable
manual force

GS-2032
ANSI & CSA - 2 person 120 lbs / 534 N
Australia - Indoor use only - 2 person 90 lbs / 400 N
Australia - Outdoor use - 1 person 45 lbs / 200 N

GS-2632
ANSI & CSA - 2 person 100 lbs / 445 N
Australia - Indoor use only - 2 person 90 lbs / 400 N

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Do not replace items critical to machine stability Fall Hazards


with items of different weight or specification.
The guard rail system provides fall protection. If
Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile occupants of the platform are required to wear
surface or vehicle. personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) due to
Be sure all tires are in good condition, castle nuts job site or employer rules, PFPE equipment and its
are properly tightened and cotter pins are properly use shall be in accordance with the PFPE
installed. manufacturer’s instructions and applicable
governmental requirements.
Do not use batteries that weigh less than the
original equipment. Batteries are used as Do not sit, stand or climb on the platform guard
counterweight and are critical to machine stability. rails. Maintain a firm footing on the platform floor at
Each battery must weigh 65 pounds / 30 kg. all times.

Do not use the machine as a crane.

Do not push the machine or other objects with the


platform.

Do not contact adjacent structures with the


platform.
Do not tie the platform to adjacent structures.

Do not place loads outside the platform perimeter.


Do not climb down from the platform when raised.
Do not operate the machine with the chassis trays
open. Keep the platform floor clear of debris.
Do not use the platform controls to free a platform Attach the platform entry chain or close the entry
that is caught, snagged or otherwise prevented gate before operating.
from normal motion by an adjacent structure. All
personnel must be removed from the platform Do not operate the machine unless the guard rails
before attempting to free the platform using the are properly installed and the entry is secured for
ground controls. operation.

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SAFETY RULES

Collision Hazards No stunt driving or horseplay while operating a


machine.
Be aware of limited sight
distance and blind spots
when driving or operating.

Be aware of the extended platform position when


moving the machine.
The machine must be on a level surface or secured
before releasing the brakes.

Operators must comply with employer, job site and Do not lower the platform unless the area below is
governmental rules regarding use of personal clear of personnel and obstructions.
protective quipment.
Limit travel speed according to the condition of the
ground surface, congestion, slope, location of
personnel, and any other factors which may cause
collision.

Do not operate a machine in the path of any crane


or moving overhead machinery unless the controls
of the crane have been locked out and/or
precautions have been taken to prevent any
potential collision.

Crushing Hazards
Check the work area for overhead obstructions or Keep hands and limbs out of scissors.
other possible hazards.
Use common sense and planning when operating
Be aware of crushing hazards when grasping the the machine with the controller from the ground.
platform guard rail. Maintain safe distances between the operator, the
Observe and use the color-coded direction arrows machine and fixed objects.
on the platform controls and platform decal plate for
drive and steer functions.

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Component Damage Hazard Decal Legend


Do not use the machine as a ground for welding. Genie product decals use symbols, color coding
and signal words to identify the following:
Explosion and Fire Hazard
Do not operate the machine in hazardous locations Safety alert symbol—used to alert
or locations where potentially flammable or personnel to potential personal
explosive gases or particles may be present. injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol
Damaged Machine Hazards to avoid possible injury or death.
Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine. Red—used to indicate the
presence of an imminently
Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection of the hazardous situation which, if not
machine and test all functions before each work avoided, will result in death or
shift. Immediately tag and remove from service a serious injury.
damaged or malfunctioning machine.
Orange—used to indicate the
Be sure all maintenance has been performed as presence of a potentially
specified in this manual and the appropriate service hazardous situation which, if not
manual. avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
Yellow with safety alert symbol—
Be sure the operator’s, safety, and responsibilities
used to indicate the presence of a
manuals are complete, legible and in the storage
potentially hazardous situation
container located on the platform.
which, if not avoided, may cause
minor or moderate injury.
Bodily Injury Hazard
Yellow without safety alert
Do not operate the machine with a hydraulic oil or symbol—used to indicate the
air leak. An air leak or hydraulic leak can penetrate presence of a potentially
and/or burn skin. hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property
Improper contact with components under any cover
damage.
will cause serious injury. Only trained maintenance
personnel should access compartments. Access Green—used to indicate operation
by the operator is only advised when performing a or maintenance information.
pre-operation inspection. All compartments must
remain closed and secured during operation.

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Battery Safety Component Damage Hazard


Do not use any battery charger greater than 24V to
Burn Hazards charge the batteries.
Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective
clothing and eye wear when working with batteries.
Electrocution Hazards
Connect the battery charger to a
grounded, AC 3-wire electrical
outlet only.
Inspect daily for damaged cord,
cables and wires. Replace
damaged items before
operating.

Avoid electrical shock from contact with battery


terminals. Remove all rings, watches and other
Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize jewelry.
battery acid spills with baking soda and water.
Tip-over Hazard
Do not expose the batteries or the charger to water
or rain during charging. Do not use batteries that weigh less than the
original equipment. Batteries are used as
Explosion Hazards counterweight and are critical to machine stability.
Each battery must weigh 65 pounds / 30 kg.
Keep sparks, flames
and lighted tobacco Lifting Hazard
away from batteries.
Batteries emit an Use the appropriate number of people and proper
explosive gas. lifting techniques when lifting batteries.

The battery tray should


remain open during the
entire charging cycle.

Do not contact the battery terminals or the cable


clamps with tools that may cause sparks.

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Legend

1 Platform entry chain or entry 7 Manual storage container 15 Non-steer tire


gate 8 Tilt alarm (under cover) 16 Brake release pump knob and
2 Platform guard rails 9 Auxiliary lowering lever release knob
3 Lanyard anchorage point 10 Transport tie-down 17 Battery charger (on opposite
4 Platform extension release side of machine)
11 Steer tire
pedal 18 Entry ladder/transport
12 Pothole guard tie-down
5 GFCI outlet
13 LED diagnostic readout 19 Safety arm
6 Platform controls
14 Ground controls

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Controls

Ground Control Panel


1 7 amp breaker for electrical circuits
2 Key switch for platform/off/ground selection
3 Hour meter
4 Platform up/down toggle switch
5 Red Emergency Stop button

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CONTROLS

Platform Controls
1 Horn button 6 Function enable switch
2 Machine on incline symbol: Low speed operation 7 Proportional control handle for lift and drive
for inclines functions and thumb rocker for steer function
3 Lift function select button with indicator light 8 Error indicator light
4 Drive function select button with indicator light 9 Power light
5 Red Emergency Stop button 10 Battery level indicator

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Pre-operation Inspection

Fundamentals
It is the responsibility of the operator to perform a
pre-operation inspection and routine maintenance.

The pre-operation inspection is a visual inspection


performed by the operator prior to each work shift.
The inspection is designed to discover if anything
Do Not Operate Unless: is apparently wrong with a machine before the
operator performs the function tests.
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine operation contained in this operator's The pre-operation inspection also serves to
manual. determine if routine maintenance procedures are
1 Avoid hazardous situations. required. Only routine maintenance items specified
in this manual may be performed by the operator.
2 Always perform a pre-operation
inspection. Refer to the list on the next page and check each
of the items.
Know and understand the pre-operation
inspection before going on to the next If damage or any unauthorized variation from
section. factory delivered condition is discovered, the
machine must be tagged and removed from
3 Always perform function tests prior to use. service.
4 Inspect the workplace.
Repairs to the machine may only be made by a
5 Only use the machine as it was intended. qualified service technician, according to the
manufacturer's specifications. After repairs are
completed, the operator must perform a
pre-operation inspection again before going on to
the function tests.
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be
performed by qualified service technicians,
according to the manufacturer's specifications and
the requirements listed in the responsibilities
manual.

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Pre-operation Inspection
 Pothole guards
 Be sure that the operator's, safety and
responsibilities manuals are complete, legible  Platform extension
and in the storage container located on the
 Scissor pins and retaining fasteners
platform.
 Platform control joystick
 Be sure that all decals are legible and in place.
See Decals section.  Generator (if equipped)
 Check for hydraulic oil leaks and proper oil level. Check entire machine for:
Add oil if needed. See Maintenance section.
 Cracks in welds or structural components
 Check for battery fluid leaks and proper fluid
level. Add distilled water if needed. See  Dents or damage to machine
Maintenance section.  Be sure that all structural and other critical
Check the following components or areas for components are present and all associated
damage, improperly installed or missing parts and fasteners and pins are in place and properly
unauthorized modifications: tightened.
 Side rails are installed and bolts are fastened
 Electrical components, wiring and electrical
cables  Be sure that the chassis trays are in place,
latched and properly connected.
 Hydraulic power unit, tank, hoses,
fittings, cylinders and manifolds
 Battery pack and connections
 Drive motors
 Wear pads
 Tires and wheels
 Ground strap
 Limit switches, alarms and horn
 Nuts, bolts and other fasteners
 Platform entry chain (if equipped)
 Platform entry gate (if equipped)
 Beacon and alarms (if equipped)
 Brake release components
 Safety arm

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Maintenance

Check the Hydraulic Oil Level

Maintaining the hydraulic oil at the proper levels is


essential to machine operation. Improper hydraulic
oil levels can damage hydraulic components. Daily
Observe and Obey: checks allow the inspector to identify changes in oil
level that might indicate the presence of hydraulic
Only routine maintenance items specified in this system problems.
manual shall be performed by the operator.
Perform this procedure with the
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be platform in the stowed position.
completed by qualified service technicians,
according to the manufacturer's specifications 1 Visually inspect the oil level in the hydraulic
and the requirements specified in the tank.
responsibilities manual. Result: The hydraulic oil level should be at the
FULL mark on the tank.

2 Add oil if necessary. Do not overfill.


Maintenance Symbols Legend
Hydraulic oil specifications
The following symbols have been
used in this manual to help Hydraulic oil type Chevron Rykon
communicate the intent of the Premium MV equivalent
instructions. When one or more of
the symbols appear at the
beginning of a maintenance
procedure, it conveys the meaning
below.

Indicates that tools will be required to


perform this procedure.

Indicates that new parts will be required to


perform this procedure.

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MAINTENANCE

Check the Batteries Scheduled Maintenance


Maintenance performed quarterly, annually and
every two years must be completed by a person
trained and qualified to perform maintenance on this
Proper battery condition is essential to good machine according to the procedures found in the
performance and operational safety. Improper fluid service manual for this machine.
levels or damaged cables and connections can
result in component damage and hazardous Machines that have been out of service for more
conditions. than three months must receive the quarterly
inspection before they are put back into service.
This procedure does not need to
be performed on machines with
sealed or maintenance-free
batteries.
Electrocution hazard. Contact with
hot or live circuits may result in
death or serious injury. Remove all
rings, watches and other jewelry.
Bodily injury hazard. Batteries
contain acid. Avoid spilling or
contacting battery acid. Neutralize
battery acid spills with baking soda
and water.
Perform this test after fully
charging the batteries.
1 Put on protective clothing and eye wear.
2 Be sure that the battery cable connections are
tight and free of corrosion.
3 Be sure that the battery retaining fasteners are
in place and secure.
4 Remove the battery vent caps.
5 Check the battery acid level of each battery. If
needed, replenish with distilled water to the
bottom of the battery fill tube. Do not overfill.
6 Install the vent caps.

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Function Tests

Fundamentals
The function tests are designed to discover any
malfunctions before the machine is put into service.
The operator must follow the step-by-step
instructions to test all machine functions.

A malfunctioning machine must never be used. If


Do Not Operate Unless: malfunctions are discovered, the machine must be
tagged and removed from service. Repairs to the
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine may only be made by a qualified service
machine operation contained in this operator's
technician, according to the manufacturer's
manual.
specifications.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
After repairs are completed, the operator must
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection. perform a pre-operation inspection and function
tests again before putting the machine into service.
3 Always perform function tests prior to
use.
Know and understand the function tests
before going on to the next section.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.

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FUNCTION TESTS

1 Select a test area that is firm, level and free of Test Auxiliary Lowering
obstruction.
10 Activate the up function and raise the platform
2 Be sure the battery pack is connected. approximately 2 feet / 60 cm.

At the Ground Controls 11 Pull the auxiliary lowering knob.

3 Pull out the platform and ground red Emergency Result: The platform should lower. The descent
Stop buttons to the on position. alarm will not sound.

4 Turn the key switch to ground control. 12 Turn the key switch to platform control.

5 Observe the diagnostic LED readout. At the Platform Controls


Result: LED should read 23 or --. Test Emergency Stop
Test Emergency Stop 13 Push in the platform red Emergency Stop button
6 Push in the ground red Emergency Stop button to the off position.
to the off position. Result: No functions should operate.
Result: No functions should operate. Test the Horn
7 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to 14 Pull the red Emergency Stop button out to the
the on position. on position.
Test the Up/Down Functions 15 Push the horn button.
The audible warnings on this machine and the Result: The horn should sound.
standard horn all come from the same central
alarm. The horn is a constant tone. The descent
alarm sounds at 60 beeps per minute. The alarm
that goes off when the pothole guards have not
deployed sounds at 300 beeps per minute. The
alarm that goes off when the machine is not level
sounds at 600 beeps per minute. An optional
automotive-style horn is also available.

8 Activate the up function.


Result: The platform should raise.
9 Activate the down function.
Result: The platform should lower. The descent
alarm should sound while the platform is
lowering.

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FUNCTION TESTS

Test the Function Enable Switch Test the Steering


16 Do not hold the function enable switch on the Note: When performing the steer and drive function
control handle. tests, stand in the platform facing the steer end of
the machine.
17 Slowly move the control handle in the direction
indicated by the blue arrow, then in the direction 23 Press the drive function select switch.
indicated by the yellow arrow.
24 Press and hold the function enable switch on the
Result: No functions should operate. control handle.
Test the Up/Down Functions 25 Depress the thumb rocker switch on top of the
control handle in the direction identified by the
18 Press the lift function select button.
blue triangle on the control panel.
19 Press and hold the function enable switch on the
Result: The steer wheels should turn in the
control handle.
direction that the blue triangle points on the
20 Slowly move the control handle in the direction control panel.
indicated by the blue arrow.
26 Depress the thumb rocker switch in the direction
Result: The platform should raise. The pothole identified by the yellow triangle on the control
guards should deploy. panel.
21 Release the control handle. Result: The steer wheels should turn in the
direction that the yellow triangle points on the
Result: The platform should stop raising. control panel.
22 Press and hold the function enable switch.
Slowly move the control handle in the direction
indicated by the yellow arrow.
Result: The platform should lower. The descent
alarm should sound while the platform is
lowering.

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Test Drive and Braking 32 Press the drive function select switch.
27 Press and hold the function enable switch on the 33 Press and hold the function enable switch on the
control handle. control handle. Slowly move the control handle
to the full drive position.
28 Slowly move the control handle in the direction
indicated by the blue arrow on the control panel Result: The maximum achievable drive speed
until the machine begins to move, then return with the platform raised should not exceed
the handle to the center position. 0.75 feet / 23 cm per second.
Result: The machine should move in the If the drive speed with the platform raised exceeds
direction that the blue arrow points on the 0.75 feet / 23 cm per second, immediately tag and
control panel, then come to an abrupt stop. remove the machine from service.

29 Slowly move the control handle in the direction Test the Tilt Sensor Operation
indicated by the yellow arrow on the control
panel until the machine begins to move, then Note: Perform this test from the ground with the
return the handle to the center position. platform controller. Do not stand in the platform.

Result: The machine should move in the 34 Fully lower the platform.
direction that the yellow arrow points on the 35 Place a 2x4 or similar piece of wood under both
control panel, then come to an abrupt stop. wheels on one side and drive the machine up
Note: The brakes must be able to hold the machine onto them.
on any slope it is able to climb. 36 Raise the platform approximately 7 feet / 2.1 m
Test Limited Drive Speed from the ground.
Result: The platform should stop and the tilt
30 Press the lift function select button.
alarm will sound at 600 beeps per minute.
31 Press and hold the function enable switch on the
37 Move the drive control handle in the direction
control handle. Raise the platform approximately
indicated by the blue arrow, then move the drive
4 feet / 1.2 m from the ground.
control handle in the direction indicated by the
Result: The pothole guards should deploy. yellow arrow.
Result: The drive function should not work in
either direction.
38 Lower the platform and remove both pieces of
wood.

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Test the Pothole Guards


Note: The pothole guards should automatically
deploy when the platform is raised. The pothole
guards activate two limit switches which control the
machine drive speed. If the pothole guards do not
deploy and the platform is raised above 6 feet /
1.8 m, an alarm sounds and the machine will not
drive.

39 Raise the platform.


Result: When the platform is raised 4 feet /
1.2 m from the ground, the pothole guards
should deploy.
40 Press on the pothole guards on one side, and
then the other.
Result: The pothole guards should not move.
41 Lower the platform.
Result: The pothole guards should return to the
stowed position.
42 Place a 2x4 or similar piece of wood under a
pothole guard. Raise the platform.
Result: Before the platform is raised 7 feet /
2.1 m from the ground, an alarm should sound
and the drive function should not work.
43 Lower the platform and remove the 2x4.

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Workplace Inspection

Workplace Inspection
Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous
situations:

· drop-offs or holes
· bumps, floor obstructions or debris
Do Not Operate Unless: · sloped surfaces

You learn and practice the principles of safe · unstable or slippery surfaces
machine operation contained in this operator's · overhead obstructions and high voltage
manual. conductors
1 Avoid hazardous situations. · hazardous locations
2 Always perform a pre-operation · inadequate surface support to withstand all load
inspection. forces imposed by the machine
3 Always perform function tests prior to use. · wind and weather conditions
4 Inspect the workplace. · the presence of unauthorized personnel
Know and understand the workplace · other possible unsafe conditions
inspection before going on to the next
section.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.

Fundamentals
The workplace inspection helps the operator
determine if the workplace is suitable for safe
machine operation. It should be performed by the
operator prior to moving the machine to the
workplace.
It is the operator's responsibility to read and
remember the workplace hazards, then watch for
and avoid them while moving, setting up and
operating the machine.

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Operating Instructions

Fundamentals
The Operating Instructions section provides
instructions for each aspect of machine operation.
It is the operator's responsibility to follow all the
safety rules and instructions in the operator's,
safety and responsibilities manuals.

Using the machine for anything other than lifting


Do Not Operate Unless: personnel, along with their tools and materials, to
an aerial work site is unsafe and dangerous.
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine operation contained in this operator's Only trained and authorized personnel should be
manual. permitted to operate a machine. If more than one
operator is expected to use a machine at different
1 Avoid hazardous situations. times in the same work shift, they must all be
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection. qualified operators and are all expected to follow all
safety rules and instructions in the operator's,
3 Always perform function tests prior to use. safety and responsibilities manuals. That means
every new operator should perform a pre-operation
4 Inspect the workplace.
inspection, function tests, and a workplace
5 Only use the machine as it was intended. inspection before using the machine.

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Emergency Stop To Position Platform

Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the off 1 Press the lift function select button.
position at the ground controls or the platform 2 Press and hold the function enable switch on the
controls to stop all functions. control handle.
Repair any function that operates when either red 3 Move the control handle according to the
Emergency Stop button is pushed in. markings on the control panel.

Auxiliary Lowering To Steer

1 Press the drive function select button.


1 Pull the auxiliary lowering knob.
2 Press and hold the function enable switch on the
Operation From Ground control handle.
1 Turn the key switch to ground control. 3 Turn the steer wheels with the thumb rocker
switch located on the top of the control handle.
2 Pull out both ground and platform red
Emergency Stop buttons to the on position.
3 Be sure the battery pack is connected before
operating the machine.
To Position Platform
1 Move the up/down toggle switch according to
the markings on the control panel.
Drive and steer functions are not available from the
ground controls.

Operation From Platform


1 Turn the key switch to platform control.
2 Pull out the ground and platform red Emergency
Stop buttons to the on position.
3 Be sure the battery pack is connected before
operating the machine.

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To Drive Error Indicator Light On


1 Press the drive function select button. If the error indicator light is on,
push in and pull out the red
2 Press and hold the function enable switch on the
Emergency Stop button to reset
control handle.
the system.
3 Increase speed: Slowly move the control handle
If the light stays on, tag and remove the machine
off center.
from service.
Decrease speed: Slowly move the control
handle toward center. Drive Select Switch

Stop: Return the control handle to center or Machine on incline symbol:


release the function enable switch. Low range operation for inclines

Use the color-coded direction arrows on the


platform controls and on the platform to identify the
direction the machine will travel.

Machine travel speed is restricted when the


platform is raised.

Battery condition will affect machine performance.


Machine drive speed and function speed will drop
when the low battery indicator light is on or when
the last light on the battery level indicator is
flashing.

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To Extend and Retract Platform Operation From Ground with


1 Step on the platform extension release pedal on Controller
the platform toeboard.
Maintain safe distances between the operator,
2 Grasp the platform guard rails and carefully push machine and fixed objects.
to extend the platform to the mid-position stop.
Be aware of the direction the machine will travel
3 Step on the release pedal again and push to when using the controller.
fully extend the platform.
Do not stand on the platform extension while trying After Each Use
to extend it.
1 Select a safe parking location—firm level
4 Step on the platform extension release pedal surface, clear of obstruction and traffic.
and pull to retract the platform to the mid-
2 Lower the platform.
position stop. Step again to fully retract the
platform. 3 Turn the key switch to the off position and
remove the key to secure from unauthorized
use.
4 Chock the wheels.
5 Charge the batteries.

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Dry Battery Filling and


Charging Instructions
1 Remove the battery vent caps and permanently
remove the plastic seal from the battery vent
openings.
Battery and Charger Instructions 2 Fill each cell with battery acid (electrolyte) until
the level is sufficient to cover the plates.
Observe and Obey: Do not fill to the maximum level until the battery
charge cycle is complete. Overfilling can cause the
Do not use an external charger or booster battery acid to overflow during charging. Neutralize
battery. battery acid spills with baking soda and water.
Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area. 3 Install the battery vent caps.
Use proper AC input voltage for charging as 4 Charge the battery.
indicated on the charger.
5 Check the battery acid level when the charging
Use only Genie authorized battery and charger. cycle is complete. Replenish with distilled water
to the bottom of the fill tube. Do not overfill.

To Charge Battery
1 Be sure the batteries are connected before
charging the batteries.
2 Open the battery compartment. The
compartment should remain open for the entire
charging cycle.
3 Remove the battery vent caps and check the
battery acid level. If necessary, add only
enough distilled water to cover the plates. Do
not overfill prior to the charge cycle.
4 Replace the battery vent caps.
5 Connect the battery charger to a grounded AC
circuit.
6 The charger will indicate when the battery is fully
charged.
7 Check the battery acid level when the charging
cycle is complete. Replenish with distilled water
to the bottom of the fill tube. Do not overfill.

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Transport and Lifting Instructions

Brake Release
Operation
1 Chock the wheels to prevent the machine from
rolling.
2 Be sure the winch line is properly secured to the
Observe and Obey: drive chassis tie points and the path is clear of
all obstructions.
Common sense and planning must be applied to
control the movement of the machine when 3 Before serial number GS04-52789: Turn the
lifting it with a crane or forklift. black brake release knob counterclockwise to
open the brake valve.
The transport vehicle must be parked on a level
surface. After serial number GS04-52788: Push in the
black brake release knob to open the brake
The transport vehicle must be secured to valve.
prevent rolling while the machine is being
loaded. 4 Pump the red brake release pump knob.

Be sure the vehicle capacity, loading surfaces After the machine is loaded:
and chains or straps are sufficient to withstand 1 Chock the wheels to prevent the machine from
the machine weight. See the serial plate for the rolling.
machine weight.
2 Before serial number GS04-52789: Turn the
The machine must be on a level surface or brake release knob clockwise to close the brake
secured before releasing the brakes. valve.
Do not allow the rails to fall when the snap pins After serial number GS04-52788: Press the
are removed. Maintain a firm grasp on the rails drive function select button. Press and hold the
when the rails are lowered. function enable switch on the control handle.
Move the control handle off center to reset the
brakes.
Towing the Genie GS-2032 and the GS-2632 is not
recommended. If the machine must be towed, do
not exceed 2 mph / 3.2 km/h.

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Center of gravity X Axis Y Axis

ANSI and CSA models

GS-2032 35.6 in 22.2 in


90.5 cm 56.5 cm

GS-2632 31.7 in 22.7 in


Observe and Obey: 80.6 cm 57.6 cm

Australia models
Only qualified riggers should rig and lift the
machine. GS-2032 31.9 in 21.2 in
80.9 cm 53.9 cm
Be sure the crane capacity, loading surfaces
and straps or lines are sufficient to withstand GS-2632 32.4 in 23.3 in
the machine weight. See the serial plate for the 82.2 cm 59.3 cm
machine weight.

Lifting Instructions
Fully lower the platform. Be sure the extension
deck, controls and component trays are secure.
Remove all loose items on the machine.

Determine the center of gravity of your machine


using the table and the picture on this page.

Attach the rigging only to the designated lifting


points on the machine. There are two 1 inch /
2.5 cm holes on the front of the machine and two
holes in the ladder for lifting.
Adjust the rigging to prevent damage to the
machine and to keep the machine level.

Y Axis

X Axis

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Securing to Truck or Trailer for


Transit
Always use the extension deck lock when the
machine is transported.

Turn the key switch to the off position and remove


the key before transporting.

Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured


items.
Use chains or straps of ample load capacity.

Use a minimum of 2 chains or straps.

Adjust the rigging to prevent damage to the chains.

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Decals

Inspection for Decals with Words


Determine whether the decals on your machine
have words or symbols. Use the appropriate
inspection to verify that all decals are legible and in
place.
Part No. Description Quantity Part No. Description Quantity
28164 Notice - Hazardous Materials 1 62055 Cosmetic - Genie GS-2032 2
28171 Label - No Smoking 1 65052 Label - ECU Fault Codes 1
28174 Label - Power to Platform, 230V 2 65058 Label - Controller Identification 1
28175 Caution - Compartment Access 1 72853 Danger - Improper Use Hazard 1
28176 Notice - Missing Manuals 1 72970 Notice - Battery Charger Operating
28235 Label - Power to Platform, 115V 2 Instructions 1

28236 Warning - Failure To Read . . . 1 72973 Cosmetic - Genie GS-2632 2

31060 Danger - Do Not Alter Limit Switch 1 78673 Platform Control Panel 1

31508 Notice - Power to Battery Charger 1 82307 Notice - Side Force, GS-2632, Australia 1

40434 Label - Lanyard Anchorage 5 82366 Label - Chevron Rykon 1

43089 Notice - Operating Instructions, Ground 1 82447 Label - Auxiliary Lowering 1

43090 Notice - Operating Instructions, Platform 1 82557 Label - Platform Controls Location 1

43091 Danger - General Safety Rules 1 82558 Warning - Skin Injection Hazard 1

43617 Danger - Tip-over (batteries) 1 82559 Notice - Annual Inspection 1

43618 Label - Directional Arrows 2 82561 Danger - Crushing Hazard 2

43619 Label - Safety Arm 1 82563 Notice - Max Cap 500 lbs / 227 kg,
GS-2632 1
43658 Label - Power to Charger, 230V 1
82567 Ground Control Panel 1
43696 Danger - Electrocution Hazard 2
82569 Danger/Notice - Brake Release Safety &
44255 Danger - Crushing Hazard 4 Operating Instructions 1
44736 Danger - Tilt Alarm 1 82657 Notice - Battery Connection Diagram 1
44737 Danger - Tip-over, Trays Open 2 82693 Notice - Max Cap 800 lbs / 363 kg,
44753 Label - LED Diagnostic Readout 1 GS-2032 1
44980 Label - Power to Charger, 115V 1 82694 Notice - Side Force, GS-2032, ANSI & CSA 1
46238 Notice - Error Indicator Light 1 82695 Notice - Side Force, GS-2632, ANSI & CSA 1
46262 Danger - Battery/Charger Safety 1 97692 Label - Wheel Load, GS-2032 4
46287 Notice - Tire Specification 4 97693 Label - Wheel Load, GS-2632 4
52475 Label - Transport Tie-down 5 97694 Notice - Side Force, GS-2032, Australia 1
97712 Danger/Notice - Brake Release Safety &
Operating Instructions 1

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Ground
Controls Side

Battery Side

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Inspection for Decals with


Symbols
Determine whether the decals on your machine
have words or symbols. Use the appropriate
inspection to verify that all decals are legible and in
place.

Part No. Description Quantity Part No. Description Quantity


28174 Label - Power to Platform, 230V 2 82487 Notice - Read the Manual 2
28235 Label - Power to Platform, 115V 2 82488 Notice - Error Indicator Light 1
40434 Label - Lanyard Anchorage 5 82495 Danger - Brake Release Safety &
43618 Label - Directional Arrows 2 Operating Instructions 1

43658 Label - Power to Charger, 230V 1 82496 Danger - Max Cap 500 lbs / 227 kg 1

44980 Label - Power to Charger, 115V 1 82502 Label - LED Diagnostic Readout 1

52475 Label - Transport Tie-down 5 82560 Warning - Skin Injection Hazard 1

62055 Cosmetic - Genie GS-2032 2 82562 Danger - Crushing Hazard 4

65058 Label - Controller Indentification 1 82567 Ground Control Panel 1

72973 Cosmetic - Genie GS-2632 2 82656 Danger - Side Force, 447 N 1

78673 Platform Control Panel 1 82699 Danger - Max Cap 800 lbs / 363 kg 1

82472 Warning - Crushing Hazard 1 82701 Danger - Side Force, 534 N 1

82474 Warning - Safety Chock 2 97692 Label - Wheel Load, GS-2032 4

82476 Danger - Electrocution Hazard 2 97693 Label - Wheel Load, GS-2632 4

82481 Danger - Battery/Charger Safety 1


82482 Label - Auxiliary Lowering 1

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Ground
Controls Side

Battery Side

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Specifications

Model GS-2032 AC outlet in platform standard

Height, working maximum 26 ft 8.1 m Maximum hydraulic pressure 3500 psi 241.3 bar
(functions)
Height, platform maximum 20 ft 6.1 m
System voltage 24V
Height, stowed maximum 791/2 in 2.01 m
Rails up - ANSI Tires size 15 x 5 x 111/4

Height, stowed maximum 70 in 1.78 m Platform dimensions


Rails lowered
Length x width 89 x 311/4 in
Height, stowed maximum 551/2 in 1.41 m 2.26 m x 79.4 cm
Rails off
Platform extension length 39 in 99 cm
Height, guard rails - 39 in 99 cm
ANSI, CSA and Australia Drive speeds

Width 32 in 81.3 cm Stowed, maximum 2.2 mph 3.5 km/h

Length, stowed 961/4 in 2.44 m Platform raised, maximum 0.5 mph 0.8 km/h
40 ft/54.5 sec 12.2 m/54.5 sec
Length, platform extended 1311/4 in 3.33 m
Floor Loading Information ANSI
Maximum load capacity 800 lbs 363 kg & CSA Australia

Wheelbase 73 in 1.85 m GVW+Rated Load 4374 lbs 4824 lbs


1984 kg 2188 kg
Turning radius (outside) 831/2 in 2.12 m
Axle load, maximum 2629 lbs 2792 lbs
Turning radius (inside) 4 in 10.2 cm 1192 kg 1266 kg
Ground clearance 31/2 in 8.9 cm Wheel load, maximum 1314 lbs 1396 lbs
3/4 596 kg 633 kg
Ground clearance in 1.9 cm
Pothole guards deployed Localized pressure per tire 132 psi 140 psi
9.28 kg/cm2 9.84 kg/cm2
Weight See Serial Plate
910 kPa 966 kPa
(Machine weights vary with option configurations)
Occupied pressure 222 psf 244 psf
Gradeability 30%
11 kPa 12 kPa
Airborne noise emissions <70 dB
Maximum sound level at normal operating workstations
(A-weighted) Note: Floor loading information is approximate and
does not incorporate different option configurations.
Power source 4 Batteries, 6V 225AH It should be used only with adequate safety factors.
Controls Proportional

Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy.


Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

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Model GS-2632 AC outlet in platform standard

Height, working maximum 32 ft 9.9 m Maximum hydraulic pressure 3500 psi 241.3 bar
(functions)
Height, platform maximum 26 ft 7.9 m
System voltage 24V
Height, stowed maximum 843/4 in 2.15 m
Tires size 15 x 5 x 111/4
Height, stowed maximum 751/4 in 1.91 m
Rails folded Platform dimensions

Platform height, 451/2 in 1.16 m Length x width 89 in x 311/4 in


Stowed maximum 2.26 m x 79.4 cm

Height, guard rails - 39 in 99.1 cm Platform extension length 39 in 99 cm


ANSI, CSA and Australia
Drive speeds
Width 32 in 81.3 cm
Stowed, maximum 2.2 mph 3.5 km/h
Length, stowed 961/4 in 2.44 m
Platform raised, maximum 0.5 mph 0.8 km/h
Length, platform extended 1311/4 in 3.33 m 40 ft/54.5 sec 12.2 m/54.5 sec

Maximum load capacity 500 lbs 227 kg Floor Loading Information ANSI
& CSA Australia
Wheelbase 73 in 1.85 m
GVW+Rated Load 4913 lbs 5234 lbs
Turning radius (outside) 831/2 in 2.12 m 2228 kg 2374 kg
Turning radius (inside) 4 in 10.2 cm Axle load, maximum 2930 lbs 3535 lbs
1329 kg 1604 kg
Ground clearance 31/2 in 8.9 cm
3 /4 Wheel load, maximum 1465 lbs 1768 lbs
Ground clearance in 1.9 cm
664 kg 802 kg
Pothole guards deployed
Localized pressure per tire 147 psi 118 psi
Weight See Serial Plate
10.3 kg/cm2 8.29 kg/cm2
(Machine weights vary with option configurations)
1016 kPa 813 kPa
Gradeability 25%
Occupied pressure 249 psf 272 psf
Airborne noise emissions <70 dB 12 kPa 13 kPa
Maximum sound level at normal operating workstations
(A-weighted)
Note: Floor loading information is approximate and
Power source 4 Batteries, 6V 225AH does not incorporate different option configurations.
Controls Proportional
It should be used only with adequate safety factors.

Continuous improvement of our products is a Genie policy.


Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

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