PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 2.3 PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 2.3.1 SAFETY ON THE WORK SITE q Before starting the engine, thoroughly check the area for any unusual condition of the ground due to which work may be dangerous. q Check the conditions of the ground at the work site and before starting the engine define the work plan and the best and safest operating procedure. q Level the ground surface as much as possible before carrying out any operation. q In case of work on the road, protect pedestrians and cars by designating a person for work site traffic duty and install fences around the work site.
q If water lines, gas lines, and telephone or high-voltage electrical lines are located under the work site, contact the relevant utility company in order to find out their exact position or to disconnect them until the end of the operations. Be careful not to sever or damage any of these lines. RWA00220 q Check the water depth and the force and flow direction of the current before operating in water or on river banks. 2.3.2 FIRE PREVENTION q Completely remove all wood chips, rubbish, paper and other flammable materials that may have accumulated inside the engine compartment, since they can cause fires. q Check the fuel and hydraulic system pipes for leaks and if necessary repair them.
Wipe up any excess oil, fuel or other flammable fluids. q Make sure that fire extinguishers are available in the work area. RWA01040 2.3.3 PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN FOR THE OPERATOR'S CAB q Do not leave objects or tools lying around in the operator's cab. They may prevent the use of the brakes and cause serious accidents. q Keep the cab floor and the controls (steering wheel and levers) clean, by removing any trace of oil and grease and, as far as the floor is concerned, remove any excess dirt (earth, stones, etc.). q Check the safety belt and change it if it is broken or damaged. Replace any component only with homologated parts available at Komatsu or its Dealers.
q Make always sure that the lock of the right door, which is considered the emergency door, is open. 36