Komatsu — OPERATING MACHINE

I PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION ~ SAFETY a WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. a WARNING If the bucket is operated in a certain way, it comes in contact with the machine body (operator’s cab, upper boom, cylin- ders and undercarriage). When operating the work equip- ment, take sufficient care not to bring it in contact with the machine body. lnterfe OPERATING MACHINE WHEN STARTING THE ENGINE Walk around your machine again just before mounting it, to check for people and objects that might be in the way. NEVER start the engine if a warning tag has been attached to the wrist control. When starting the engine, sound the horn as an alert.

Start and operate the machine only while seated. Do not allow anyone other than the operator to ride in the cab or on the machine body. For machines equipped with a travel alarm buzzer, check that the warning device operates correctly. 24