Komatsu — HOW TO READ THE SHOP MANUAL

FOREWARD HOW TO READ THE SHOP MANUAL HOW TO READ THE SHOP MANUAL VOLUMES REVISED EDITION MARK Shop manuals are issued as a guide to carrying out repairs. They are divided as follows: Chassis volume: Issued for every machine model Engine volume: Issued for each engine series Electrical volume: Each issued as one to cover all models Attachment volume: Each issued as one to cover all models When a manual is revised, an edition mark ( ....) is вгд recorded on the bottom outside corner of the pages. REVISIONS Revised pages are shown at the LIST OF REVISED PAGES between the title page and SAFETY page. These various volumes are designed to avoid duplication of information.

Therefore to deal with all repairs for any model, it is necessary that chassis, engine electrical and attachment be available. SYMBOLS So that the shop manual can be of ample practical use, important places for safety and quality are marked with the following symbols. DISTRIBUTION AND UPDATING Any additions, amendments or other changes will be sent to your distributors. Get the most up-to-date information before you start any work. FILING METHOD 1. See the page number on the bottom of the page. File the pages in correct order. 2. Following examples show how to read the page number: Example 1 (Chassis volume): 10 - 3 Item number (10.

Structure and Function) Consecutive page number for each item Example 2 (Engine volume): Refer to the pertinent engine manual. 3. Additional pages: Additional pages are indicated by a hyphen (-) and numbered after the page number. File as in the example. Example: 10-4 10-4-1 A Added pages 10-4-2 10-5 00-8 Symbol Item Remarks Safety Special safety precautions are necessary when performing the work. Caution Special technical precautions or other precautions for preserving standards are necessary when performing the work. Weight Weight of parts or systems. Caution necessary when selecting hoisting wire or when working posture is important, etc.

Tightening torque Places that require special attention for tightening torque during assembly. Coat Places to be coated with adhesives and lubricants etc. Oil, water Places where oil, water or fuel must be added, and the capacity. Drain Places where oil or water must be drained, and quantity to be drained.