The Genie 29485GT is a genuine OEM Counterbalance Valve designed for the Genie S-60 telescopic boom lift. Sourced directly from Genie, this valve meets the original hydraulic circuit specifications for the S-60, ensuring it integrates correctly with the machine's existing boom and cylinder circuitry. If your S-60 is showing signs of boom drift, uncontrolled lowering, or hydraulic instability, this is the component that restores proper load-holding performance.
Key Features
- OEM Load-Holding Precision — Manufactured to Genie's original hydraulic specifications, this valve delivers the exact cracking pressure and flow characteristics required to hold boom loads safely and consistently.
- Direct-Fit Replacement for the S-60 — Engineered to drop into the existing hydraulic circuit on the S-60 telescopic boom lift without adapters or rework, using the same porting and mounting configuration as the original.
- Prevents Boom Drift — A correctly functioning counterbalance valve locks the boom in position under load, preventing unintended movement caused by back-pressure loss or cylinder leakage.
- Restores Controlled Lowering — This valve regulates the rate at which the boom descends, ensuring smooth, metered movement rather than sudden or uncontrolled drops under load.
- Critical Safety Component — On aerial boom lifts, counterbalance valves are a primary safeguard against boom free-fall. Replacing a worn or failed valve with a genuine OEM part is essential to maintaining the S-60's structural and operational integrity at height.
A counterbalance valve is a hydraulic safety device that holds a suspended load in place by maintaining pressure in the cylinder circuit even when the control valve is in the neutral position. On a telescopic boom like the S-60, it prevents the boom from drifting downward under its own weight or under the weight of a platform and operator. When this valve fails or wears out — typically presenting as slow boom drift, jerky lowering, or an inability to hold elevation — the machine's ability to safely position workers at height is compromised, making prompt replacement essential.
Part Details
| Part Number | 29485GT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genie |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Counterbalance Valve |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| S-60 | S-60 |
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