Genie GS-5390 - Manual (Page 18)

16 Genie GS-3384 & GS-3390 & GS-4390 & GS-5390 Part No. 82828
Operator's Manual Second Edition • Third 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 function tests
before going on to the next section.
4 Inspect the workplace.
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 Pull out the platform and ground red Emergency
Stop buttons to the on position.
3 Turn the key switch to ground control.
Result: The LCD screen will come on and
display SYSTEM READY .
Note: In cold climates, the LCD readout screen will
need to warm up before the display appears.
4 Start the engine. See Operating Instructions
section.
Test Emergency Stop
5 Push in the ground red Emergency Stop button
to the off position.
Result: The engine should turn off and no
functions should operate.
6 Pull out the red Emergency Stop button to
the on position and restart the engine.