Genie S-85 - Manual (Page 18)

16 Genie S-80 & Genie S-85 Part No. 43650
Operator's Manual Second Edition· Fifth Printing
Function Tests
Do Not Operate Unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe
machine operation contained in this operator's
manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
2 Always perform a pre-operation
inspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to
use.
Know and understand the above principles
before going on to the next section.
4 Inspect the work place.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
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
malfunctions are discovered, the machine must be
tagged and removed from service. Repairs to the
machine may only be made by a qualified service
technician, according to the manufacturer's
specifications.
After repairs are completed, the operator must
perform a pre-operation inspection and function
tests again before putting the machine into service.
1 Select a test area that is firm, level and free of
obstruction.
At the Ground Controls
2 Turn the key switch to ground control.
3 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to
the ON position.
Result: Beacon (if equipped) should flash.
4 Start the engine (see Starting The Engine,
page 17).
Test Emergency Stop
5 Push in the red Emergency Stop button to the
OFF
position.
Result: Engine should turn off and all functions
should not operate.
6 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to
the ON position and restart the engine.
Test the Extendable Axles
7 Hold the function enable switch to either side
and activate the boom raise function.
Result: The boom should raise to horizontal and
then stop. The boom should not raise above the
limit switch unless both axles are extended.
8 Hold the function enable switch to either side
and activate the boom lower function.
Result: The boom should lower and return to the
stowed position.