6. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS WARNING: Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a serious accident. 1-3 UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION ‡ Any modification made without authorization from Komatsu can create hazards. ‡ Before making a modification, consult your Komatsu distributor. Komatsu will not be responsible for any injury or damage caused by any unauthorized modification. STANDING UP FROM THE SEAT ‡ To prevent any accident occurring if you should touch any control lever that is not locked, always carry out the following before standing up from the operator’s seat. ‡ Place the gear shift lever at neutral and set the parking lever to the PARKING position.
‡ Lower the dump body, set the dump lever to the HOLD position, then apply the lock. ‡ Stop the engine. When leaving the machine, always lock everything. Always remember to take the key with you. If the machine should suddenly move or move in an unexpected way, this may result in serious bodily injury or death. MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING ‡ NEVER jump on or off the machine. NEVER get on or off a moving machine. ‡ When getting on or off the machine, face the machine and use the handhold and steps. ‡ Never hold any control levers when getting on or off the machine. ‡ Always maintain three-point contact with the handholds and steps to ensure that you support yourself.
‡ When bringing tools to the operator’s compartment, always pass them by hand or pull them up by rope. ‡ If there is any oil, grease, or mud on the handholds or steps, wipe it off immediately. Always keep these parts clean. Repair any damage and tighten any loose bolts. ‡ Use the handrails and steps marked by arrows in the diagram below when getting on or off the machine. A: For use when getting on or off the machine from the left door B: For use when getting on or off the machine from the engine hood or right door