INTRODUCTION 3. INTRODUCTION 3.1 INTENDED USE This WHEEL LOADER is designed to be used mainly for the following work: Digging Leveling Pushing Loading For details of the operating procedures, see 12.10 WORK POSSIBLE USING WHEEL LOADER on page 2-60. 3.2 FEATURES Curved glass and improved sealing for reduced noise, low vibration cab, viscous mount. Console and steering post with unencumbered foot area providing the same comfortable feeling as in an automobile. Fully hydraulic brake system, which does not require draining water or concerns of rust and freezing. Maintenance-free, wet-type disc parking brake (acts also as emergency brake).
Large capacity pump and 2-stage hydraulic system for reduced cycle time and increased productivity. One-touch panel control and air conditioner with new refrigerant installed. Full fender system installed to help prevent mud or water from splashing on or around the machine. 3.3 BREAKING IN A NEW MACHINE Your machine has been thoroughly adjusted and tested before shipment. However, operating the machine under severe conditions at the beginning can adversely affect the performance and shorten the machine life. Be sure to break in the machine for the initial 100 hours (as indicated by the service meter). During breaking in:
After starting, let the engine idle for 5 minutes to allow proper engine warm up prior to actual operation. Avoid operation with heavy loads or at high speeds. Avoid sudden starts or acceleration, unnecessarily abrupt stops and sharp steering except in cases of emergency. The precautions given in this manual for operating, maintenance, and safety procedures are only those that apply when this product is used for the specified purpose. If the machine is used for a purpose that is not listed in this manual, Komatsu America International Company cannot bear any responsibility for safety. All consideration of safety in such operations is the responsibility of the user.
Operations that are prohibited in this manual must never be carried out under any circumstance. WA380-3MC 0-4