The Genie 1288140GT is a genuine OEM Left Pothole Guard Weldment designed specifically for the GS-4655 scissor lift. Sourced directly from Genie, this weldment matches the original component in material, geometry, and mounting configuration — no guesswork required when cross-referencing part number 1288140GT against your parts manual. If your GS-4655 has a damaged or worn pothole guard on the left side, this is the correct factory replacement to restore the machine to full operational and safety compliance.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Fabricated to Genie's original weld and material specifications, delivering the structural integrity this guard must maintain under repeated ground contact.
- Left-Side Specific Fitment — Engineered exclusively for the left pothole guard position on the GS-4655; mounts directly to the existing hardware points without modification.
- GS-4655 Compatibility — Fits the Genie GS-4655 scissor lift; always verify your model and serial number before ordering to confirm this is the correct side and assembly.
- Structural Weldment Integrity — As a welded assembly rather than a fabricated-on-site repair, this part restores the guard's designed rigidity and impact resistance from the first use.
- Platform Safety Compliance — A functioning pothole guard is a critical safety system on scissor lifts. Replacing a compromised guard restores the machine's ability to detect drop-offs and trigger the platform lowering sequence, protecting operators at height.
The pothole guard on a scissor lift is a proximity-sensing protective bar mounted low on the chassis that detects sudden changes in ground elevation — such as holes, curb edges, or drop-offs — while the machine is traveling with the platform elevated. When the guard contacts an obstacle or void, it triggers a safety circuit that prevents further travel or lowers the platform, reducing the risk of tip-over. On the GS-4655, the left and right guards are separate weldment assemblies, so damage to one side requires replacing that specific component. A bent, cracked, or missing guard can disable this detection function entirely, creating an undetected hazard during elevated travel.
Part Details
| Part Number | 1288140GT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genie |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Pothole Guard Weldment, Left, GS4655 |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| GS-4655 | GS-4655 |
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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