The Genie 229079GT CV Valve 4.5:1, 3500 PSI is a genuine OEM counterbalance valve designed for the GS-2669RT, GS-3369RT, and GS-4069RT rough-terrain scissor lifts. As a direct OEM replacement sourced through Genie's authorized parts network, this valve is manufactured to the exact pressure and flow specifications required by these machines. Cross-reference part number 229079GT against your parts manual to confirm fitment before ordering. Keeping the hydraulic system operating within spec starts with installing the correct valve — and this component delivers exactly that.
Key Features
- OEM-Rated Pressure and Flow Spec — Built to the 4.5:1 ratio and 3500 PSI pressure rating required for these RT scissor lift hydraulic circuits — no guesswork on compatibility.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Matches the original valve's port configuration and mounting interface, allowing straightforward installation without hydraulic system rework.
- Confirmed Fitment for RT Series Scissors — Validated for the GS-2669RT, GS-3369RT, and GS-4069RT rough-terrain scissor lifts, covering the core RT scissor family.
- Maintains Controlled Load Descent — A correctly functioning counterbalance valve prevents uncontrolled platform lowering under load, keeping lift operation smooth and predictable.
- Critical Hydraulic Safety Function — On aerial lifts, this valve acts as a load-holding check against hose failure or sudden pressure loss — a failed or wrong-spec valve can allow unintended platform movement.
A counterbalance valve — sometimes called a CV or load-holding valve — is installed in the hydraulic circuit to prevent a loaded platform from descending unless positive, controlled hydraulic pressure is applied. It acts as a safety lock between the lift cylinder and the directional control valve, holding the platform firmly in position under load and releasing only when the operator commands a controlled lower. On rough-terrain scissor lifts like the GS-2669RT, GS-3369RT, and GS-4069RT, where the machine regularly operates on uneven ground with dynamic loads, this valve is essential to predictable, safe platform movement. When this valve wears, sticks, or operates outside its rated ratio and pressure range, operators may experience platform drift, jerky lowering, or uncontrolled descent — all conditions that compromise both productivity and operator safety.
Part Details
| Part Number | 229079GT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genie |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | CV Valve 4.5:1, 3500 PSI |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| GS-2669RT | GS-2669RT |
| GS-3369RT | GS-3369RT |
| GS-4069RT | GS-4069RT |
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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