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Genie XC, HF and J boom lifts (S-60 XC, S-80 XC, S-85 XC, S-80 HF, S-85 HF, S-60 J, S-80 J)

Genie error code 35-27 — Ground Control Buttons — Active at startup

Message on the display: Ground Control Buttons — Active at startup

Code 35-27 occurs in machines: Genie S-60 XC, S-80 XC, S-85 XC, S-80 HF, S-85 HF, S-60 J, S-80 J.

warning / function limited

The Genie display shows code 35-27 with the message “Ground Control Buttons — Active at startup”. It is a warning: some functions of the machine may be limited until the cause has been removed.

Effect on the machine: The function associated with the stuck button will not operate.

Possible causes

  • Buttons were held at system start, or are shorted on the ground control panel.

What you can do

Switch the machine off with the emergency stop and switch it on again. If the code comes back, do not use the machine and call service.

Solution from the manual

* Release the ground control buttons and cycle power. * If problem persists, open ground control box and open the Display Controller access door, being careful to keep water out. Verify the ribbon cables are properly seated and dry. * Re-seat and/or replace ribbon cables if necessary. * Replace ground control overlay.

Source: Genie Service and Repair Manuals (Part No. 1316494, 1315679, 1288652, 1280490, 1285305, 1285307), Fault Codes section.

The descriptions are quoted from the manufacturer's service documentation and are for guidance only. Clearing codes, calibrations and repairs are carried out by a qualified service technician according to the manual for the specific serial number. A machine with an active blocking code must not be used until the cause has been removed.

Does code 35-27 not go away?

RK Rental services Genie lifts at our workshop or on site at the customer's premises (construction site, factory, warehouse). We read the code, remove the cause and select the parts by serial number.

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