GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
ATTACHMENTS, OPTIONS
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO SAFETY
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If attachments or options other than those authorized by Komatsu are installed, this will not only affect the life of
the machine, but will also cause problems with safety.
When installing attachments not listed in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, contact your Komatsu distribu-
tor first.
If you do not contact Komatsu, we cannot accept any responsibility for any accidents or failures.
WARNING
General precautions
Read the instruction manual for the attachment thoroughly, and do not use this attachment unless you are
sure that you have understood the guides completely.
If you lose the instruction manual, always ask the manufacturer or your Komatsu distributor for a new
copy.
Depending on the attachment, install the necessary front guard on the machine.
Depending on the attachment, the impact noise may make it difficult for fellow workers to transmit instruc-
tions for the operation. Before starting operation, decide a leader and determine the signals to be used.
Do not carry out swinging operations to the side with a heavy load on the attachment. This is particularly
dangerous on slopes.
Comparing with a machine equipped with a bucket, a machine equipped with a breaker has a heavy load at
the front of the work equipment and is unstable. To avoid a hazard of tipping over, do not carry out opera-
tions with the attachment swung to the side.
When an attachment is installed, the swing range and center of gravity of the machine are different, and
the machine may move in an unexpected way. Be sure that you understand the condition of the machine
properly.
Before starting operations, set up a fence around the machine to prevent people from entering.
Never operate the machine when there are people near the machine.
To prevent serious accidents caused by misoperation, do not put your foot on the pedal except when
operating the pedal.
Precautions for removal and installation operations
When removing or installing the attachments, obey the following precautions and take care to ensure
safety during the operation.
Carry out the removal and installation operation on a flat, firm ground surface.
When the operation is carried out by two or more workers, determine the signals and follow these during
the operation.
When carrying heavy objects (more than 25 kg), use a crane.
When removing heavy parts, always support the part before removing it.
When lifting such as heavy parts with a crane, always pay careful attention to the position of the center of
gravity.
It is dangerous to carry out operations with the load kept suspended. Always set the load on a stand, and
check that it is safe.
When removing or installing attachments, make sure that it is in a stable condition and will not fall over.
Never go under a load suspended from a crane.
Always stand in a position that is safe even if the load should fall.
NOTICE
Qualifications are required to operate a crane. Never allow the crane to be operated by an unqualified per-
son.
For details of removal and installation operations, contact your Komatsu distributor.
Summary of Contents for 76243
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Page 5: ...FOREWORD FOREWORD 1 3 q Machine equipped without cab Back pocket of operator s seat ...
Page 16: ...NECESSARY INFORMATION FOREWORD 1 14 ...
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