The Genie 30297GT is a genuine OEM 90-Degree Grease Zerk, 1/8 NPT designed for Genie Z-series articulating boom lifts, including the Z-60/34, Z-34/22 IC, and Z-34 IC. As a factory-sourced component, this fitting meets the exact thread specification and angle geometry required for proper lubrication access on these machines. Cross-reference part number 30297GT against your parts manual to confirm fitment before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Thread Integrity — Sourced directly from Genie, this zerk fitting is manufactured to the precise 1/8 NPT thread specification, ensuring a leak-free, secure seat in the grease port every time.
- 90-Degree Angle for Tight Access — The right-angle design allows a grease gun to connect cleanly in confined pivot points and hinge areas where a straight fitting cannot reach.
- Direct Replacement for Z-Series Articulating Booms — Fits the Z-60/34, Z-34/22 IC, and Z-34 IC, dropping into existing ports without rework or thread chasing.
- Keeps Critical Pivot Points Properly Lubricated — A functioning grease zerk is the only path for lubricant to reach boom joints, turntable bearings, and axle pins; a damaged or missing fitting blocks lubrication entirely and accelerates wear.
- Operational Safety on Elevated Equipment — On articulating boom lifts, under-lubricated pivot assemblies can develop play or binding that affects boom movement and platform stability — replacing a damaged zerk promptly is a straightforward step toward maintaining safe machine operation.
A grease zerk — also called a grease nipple or fitting — is a one-way valve threaded into a lubrication port on a moving joint or bearing assembly. When a grease gun is pressed against it, the valve opens and allows fresh grease to be forced into the joint, then seals again to keep contamination out. The 90-degree configuration on this fitting redirects the grease gun inlet away from obstructions, making it practical to service pivot points that sit in tight structural pockets on articulating boom lift assemblies. When a zerk fitting is stripped, broken, or missing, there is no way to deliver grease to that joint — leading to metal-on-metal wear, premature component failure, and unplanned repairs that far outweigh the cost of replacing the fitting itself.
Part Details
| Part Number | 30297GT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genie |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | 90-Degree Grease Zerk, 1/8 NPT |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Z-60/34 | Z-60/34 |
| Z-34/22 IC | Z-34/22 IC |
| Z-34 IC | Z-34 IC |
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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