Genie GS-1530 Home Safety Product User Manual


 
Operator's ManualThird Edition • Second Printing
Part No. 1000032 GS-1530 • GS-1532 • GS-1930 • GS-1932 13
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION
Pre-operation Inspection
Be sure that the operator's, safety and
responsibilities manuals are complete, legible
and in the storage container located on the
platform.
Be sure that all decals are legible and in place.
See Decals section.
Check for hydraulic oil leaks and proper oil level.
Add oil if needed. See Maintenance section.
Check for battery fluid leaks and proper fluid
level. Add distilled water if needed. See
Maintenance section.
Check the following components or areas for
damage, improperly installed or missing parts and
unauthorized modifications:
Electrical components, wiring and electrical
cables
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 or gate
Beacon and alarms (if equipped)
Brake release components
Safety arm
Pothole guards
Platform extension
Scissor pins and retaining fasteners
Platform control joystick
Check entire machine for:
Cracks in welds or structural components
Dents or damage to machine
Excessive rust, corrosion or oxidation
Be sure that all structural and other critical
components are present and all associated
fasteners and pins are in place and properly
tightened.
Be sure side rails are installed and bolts are
fastened
Be sure that the chassis trays are closed and
latched and the batteries are properly
connected.
Note: If the platform must be raised to inspect the
machine, make sure the safety arm is in place. See
Operating Instructions section.