The Genie 56.0016.0196GT Left Control Lever is a genuine OEM component designed for the GTH-1256 and GTH-1544 telehandlers. Sourced directly from Genie, this lever meets the exact specifications of the original part, ensuring a correct, direct installation with no fitment guesswork. Whether you are restoring a control station after wear or replacing a damaged lever, this part is the right solution for operators and fleet managers running GTH-series machines. Cross-reference part number 56.0016.0196GT against your parts manual to confirm fitment before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured to Genie's original design tolerances for the correct lever throw, pivot action, and mounting geometry specific to GTH telehandler control stations.
- Direct Left-Side Replacement — Installs in place of the original left control lever without modification, restoring the operator's interface exactly as designed.
- Confirmed Telehandler Fitment — Fits the GTH-1256 and GTH-1544 Genie telehandlers; always verify against your serial-number-specific parts manual.
- Restores Precise Function Control — A worn or damaged control lever introduces slop and imprecise inputs into boom and attachment movements; this part brings back the crisp, predictable response operators depend on for accurate load placement.
- Operator Safety Relevance — Control levers are a direct input to boom movement and load handling on elevated equipment; using a correctly specified OEM lever helps maintain the control response required for safe telehandler operation.
The left control lever is the primary input device on the operator's left-hand side of the telehandler control station, translating the operator's hand movements into hydraulic commands that direct boom extension, lift, and auxiliary attachment functions. When the lever wears, loosens, or breaks, inputs become unpredictable, making precise load placement difficult and potentially unsafe. Replacing this lever with the correct OEM part restores the direct, responsive feel the machine was built to deliver.
Part Details
| Part Number | 56.0016.0196GT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genie |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Left Control Lever |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| GTH-1256 | GTH-1256 |
| GTH-1544 | GTH-1544 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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