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Operator’s Manual
with
GTH-844
Maintenance
GTH-842
Information
GTH-644
First Edition
Second Printing
Part No. 114100
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY SECTION 1-1 Introduction 1-3 Standards And Symbols 1-4 Safety 1-5 Training And Knowledge 1-5 Operator's Responsibilities 1-6 Management's Responsibilities 1-7 Maintenance And Repair 1-8 Operation Safety 1-9 SECTION 2 GENERAL SAFETY 2-1 General Safety Procedures 2-3 Jump Starting 2-8 Proper Load Chart Use 2-9 SECTION 3 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 3-1 Operator's Compartment 3-3 Joystick Control Functions 3-4 Joystick Control Functions (But
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SECTION 1 ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY 1 - 1
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY Introduction 1-3 Standards And Symbols 1-4 Safety 1-5 Training And Knowledge 1-5 Operator's Responsibilities 1-6 Management's Responsibilities 1-7 Maintenance And Repair 1-8 Operation Safety 1-9 1 - 2
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ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY INTRODUCTION Owners, Users, and Operators: Genie appreciates your choice of our machine for your application. Our number one priority is user safety, which is best achieved by our joint efforts. We feel that you make a major contribution to safety if you, as the equipment users and operators: 1. Comply with OSHA, Federal, State, and Local Regulations. 2. Read, Understand, and Follow the instructions in this and other manuals supplied with this machine. 3. Use Good
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ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY STANDARDS AND SYMBOLS STANDARDS Many aspects of rough terrain forklift operation and testing are discussed in standards published by the American National Standards Institute. These Standards are updated on a regular basis with addendas. Genie recommends that you purchase and refer to the following standards. ANSI B56.6 – Rough Terrain Fork Lifts This Standard can be purchased from: American National Standards Institute 25 West 43nd Street, 4th Fl. New York, New Y
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ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY SAFETY These are general safety rules, which must be followed. You are also required to read and understand the Operator's Manual as there are instructions, which are more detailed specific to this machine. TRAINING AND KNOWLEDGE 1. Safety must always be the operator's most important concern. 2. This machine must only be operated by trained personnel, who have demonstrated their ability to do so safely. 3. Comply with the requirements of current Occupational Safet
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ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY OPERATOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual. 2. Know the location and the purpose of the controls, instruments and indicator lights. 3. Make sure the machine is in proper order and all operational aids and warning signals are functional before operating. 4. Keep the machine clean, including all instrumentation, windows, lights and other glazed surfaces. 5. Use protective clothing and safety equipment. Always use approved safety equipme
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ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY MANAGEMENT'S RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Ensure operators are competent, physically fit, trained and if required licensed. 2. Have a supervisor at the job site to be responsible for job safety. 3. Crew members given specific safety responsibilities and instructed to report any unsafe conditions to the supervisor. 4. Supply the weight on the load to be lifted to the operator. 5. Verify that all crewmembers are familiar with OSHA, ANSI B56.6 requirements as well as instructi
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ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 1. Practice safe maintenance procedures. Perform all maintenance and repairs in accordance with instructions provided by the manufacturer in the manuals. Also heed the warnings on the placards and decals on the machine. 2. Always use supports and braces when working on, under or around the machine or forks. 3. Shut off the engine and lockout the machine while working on the machine unless instructions specifically require the engine to be r
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ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY OPERATION SAFETY 1. Always inspect the machine daily. Check for leaks, worn hoses, loose belts, broken structures, and loose or missing bolts. Repair or replace any worn, damaged or leaking parts prior to operation of the machine. 2. Only inspect the coolant level when the engine and coolant are cool. 3. Be sure that all guards and screens are secure and in the proper place. 4. Inspect for and clear the work area of any obstructions that could interfere with prop
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ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY OPERATION SAFETY 12. Maintain an appropriate clearance from electrical power lines. See the chart below for minimum safe approach distances. Minimum Safe Approach Distance Pe ower Line Voltage Required Clearanc 0) to 50 kV 10 ft. (3.00 m 5) 0 to 200 kV 15 ft. (4.60 m 2) 00 to 350 kV 20 ft. (6.10 m 3) 50 to 500 kV 25 ft. (7.62 m 5) 00 to 750 kV 35 ft. (10.67 m 7) 50 to 1000 kV 45 ft. (13.72 m 13. Lifting Loads: i. Using the load chart, confirm that the load is withi
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ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY OPERATION SAFETY 17. Inspect the path of travel before beginning movement. Avoid holes and dropoffs. 18. Traveling on slopes/grades. i. Ascend and descend slowly and with caution. ii. When loaded, always travel with the load uphill. iii. When unloaded,travel with the attachment downhill. iv. Avoid turning, travel straight up and down. 19. Always position all wheels in line with the machine before switching the steering mode. 20. Always position the machine and set
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ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY NOTES 1 - 12
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SECTION 2 GENERAL SAFETY 2 - 1
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 2 - GENERAL SAFETY General Safety Procedures 2-3 Jump Starting 2-8 Proper Load Chart Use 2-9 2 - 2
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GENERAL SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Stop and take time to read ALL safety alert messages. Follow all safety messages to avoid injury and/or death. WARNING ALWAYS wear eye protection and personal safety equipment. THE OPERATOR The operator must be fully trained and qualified to operate this machine. Before start-up or machine operation, the operator must learn the location and purpose of the: 1. Controls 2. Instruments 3. Indicator lights 4. Safety and instruction labels
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GENERAL SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES WELDING PRECAUTIONS CAUTION Any unauthorized welding can cause structural failure or possible personal injury. DO NOT weld on any structural member. All unauthorized welding will void the warranty. HAND HOLDS AND STEPS WARNING Slips and falls can cause serious injury. When getting on and off the machine, always maintain a three point contact with steps and hand rails while facing the machine. DO NOT use the steering wheel or any other controls as handrail
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GENERAL SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES HYDRAULIC SAFETY WARNING Hot hydraulic oil can cause severe burns. DO NOT work on the hydraulic system if the oil temperature exceeds 120 degrees F. (49 degrees C). A Before ANYONE works on the hydraulic system: 1. Lower the boom to the horizontal position. 2. Support the boom to avoid unintentional lowering. 3. Shutdown the engine. 4. Remove the key from the ignition. 5. Clean the area around the oil reservoir cap (A). FLUIDS UNDER PRESSURE WARNING Esc
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GENERAL SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES CAUTION USE SEAT BELT Always wear the seat belt while operating the machine to reduce the risk of personal injury. CAUTION PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the safety, machine function and/or affect machine life. ALWAYS use a safety support or brace when working on, under, or around the machine or forks. DO NOT adjust or lubricate the machine while it is in motion. SHUT OFF the engine and LOCKOUT the ignition
