Komatsu — Precautions When Using Compressed Air

Set frame lock bar (4) to lock position (L) to lock the front and rear frames. SAFETY Precautions When Using Hammer When using a hammer, pins may fly out or metal particles may be scattered. This may lead to serious personal injury or death. Always follow these precautions: When hitting pins or bucket teeth, there is a hazard that broken pieces might be sent flying and injure people in the surrounding area. Always check that there is no one in the surrounding area. If hard metal parts such as pins, bucket teeth, cutting edges, or bearings are hit with a hammer, there is a hazard that pieces might be scattered and cause serious personal injury or death. Always wear safety glasses and gloves.

If the pin is hit with a strong force, there is a hazard that it may fly out and injure people in the surrounding area. Do not allow anyone to enter the area around the machine. Noise When carrying out maintenance of the engine, you are exposed to noise for long periods of time. If the noise from the machine is too loud, it may cause temporary or permanent hearing problems. Wear ear covers or ear plugs while working. Precautions When Using Compressed Air When carrying out cleaning with compressed air, there is a hazard of serious personal injury caused by flying dust or particles.

When using compressed air to clean a component, wear safety glasses, anti-dust mask, gloves, and other protective equipment. WA380-6 1-37