Komatsu — 16.2 TOWING MACHINE

16. TROUBLESHOOTING 16.1 AFTER RUNNING OUT OF FUEL When starting the engine after it has run out of fuel, first fill with fuel, then fill the fuel filter cartridge with clean fuel and bleed the air from the fuel line before starting the engine. For details of the method of bleeding the air, see “24.6 EVERY 500 HOURS SERVICE”. 16.2 TOWING MACHINE WARNING If any failure should occur in the brake system, the brakes will not work, so be extremely careful. If the machine is towed in the wrong way, there is danger that it may lead to death or injury. Before releasing the brake, always put blocks under the wheels.

The driver of the machine being towed should turn the steering wheel in the direction of the towing line. This machine must not be towed except in cases of emergency. If it has to be towed, pay careful attention to the following points. 16.2.1 WHEN ENGINE RUNS Always run the engine to allow the steering and brakes to be used. 2-104