. SAFETY SAFETY INFORMATION 2 - 16 ATTACHMENT INSTALLATION When installing optional parts or attachments, there may be problems with safety or leg al restrictions. Therefore contact your Komatsu distributor for advice. Any injuries, accidents, or produc t failures resulting from the use of unauthorized attach ments or parts will not be the responsibility of Komatsu. When installing and using option al attachments, read the instruction manual for the atta chment, and the general information related to attachmen ts in this manual.
ATTACHMENT COMBINATIONS Depending on the type or combinati on of work equipment, there is a hazard that the work e quipment may hit the cab or other parts of the machine. Befor e using unfamiliar work equipment, check if there is an y hazard of interference, and operate with caution. CAB WINDOW GLASSES If t he cab glass on the work equipm ent side is broken, there is a hazard that the work equ ipment may contact the operator's body directly. Stop oper ation immediately and replace the glass. en the rear window and use it as an emergency escape exit. For details, see mpartment" in this manual.
If t he cabin door does not open, op "Emergency exit from operator's co UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS horization from Komatsu can create hazards. Before making a modification, Any modification made without aut consult your Komatsu distributor. Komatsu will not be responsible f or any injuries, accidents, product failures or other pro perty damages resulting from modifications made without authorization from Komatsu. SAFETY AT JOBSITE hly check the area for any unusual conditions that could be dangerous.
Before starting operations, thoroug hly check the area for any unusual conditions that cou When carrying out operations ne ar combustible materials such as thatched roofs, dry le aves or dry grass, there is a hazard of fire, so be careful when operating. Check the terrain and condition o f the ground at the worksite, and determine the safest method of operation. Do not carry out operations at place s where there is a hazard of landslides or falling rocks If water lines, gas lines, or high- buried under the worksite, conta locations.
Be careful not to sever Take necessary measures to pre from entering the operating area When traveling or operating in sh check the shape and condition and speed of flow of the water b check the shape and condition and speed of flow of the water b WORKING ON LOOSE GROUND r machine too close to the edge of cliffs, overhangs, and deep ditches. The Avoid traveling or operating you ground may be weak in such are as. If the ground should collapse under the weight or v ibration of the machine, there is a hazard that the machin e may fall or tip over. Remember that the soil after heav y rain or blasting or after earthquakes is weak in these are as.