WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. SAFETY 6. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ! ONLY trained and authorized personnel should be allowed to operate and service this machine. ! Follow all safety rules, precautions and instructions when operating or performing maintenance on the machine. ! The owner and/or operator must replace any and all safety and warning product graphics if they are defaced or removed from the machine. ! Think before you act. Careful operators and service personnel are the best insurance against accidents. ! Do not rush. Hurrying can lead to accidents. Haste, carelessness and lack of training are the primary causes of equipment-related injuries. !
The operator must be alert, physically fit and free from the influences of alcohol, drugs and medications that might affect his eyesight, hearing or reactions. ! Safety must always be the operator's most important concern. He must refuse to operate when he knows it is unsafe and consult his supervisor when safety is in doubt. ! When working with another operator or a person on worksite traffic duty, be sure all personnel understand all hand signals that are to be used. ! Be sure all guards and covers are in their proper position. Be sure to replace them after servicing the machine. Have guards and covers repaired immediately if damaged.
Proper position ц "See 12.1 WALK-AROUND CHECK" on page 2-24. ! Use safety features such as safety lock lever and seat belt properly. ! A seat belt is required by OSHA in almost all applications. DO NOT operate this machine without a seat belt. ! NEVER remove any safety features. ALWAYS keep them in good operating condition. Safety lock lever ц See "12.16 PARKING MACHINE" on page 2-54. Seat belts ц See "12.3.2 ADJUSTMENT BEFORE OPERATION" on page 2-34. ! Improper use of safety features could result in serious bodily injury or death. ! Be sure the machine has the correct equipment required by local rules and regulations. !
Any modification made without authorization from Komatsu America International Company can create hazards. ! Before making a modification, consult your local distributor. Komatsu America International Company will not be responsible for any injury or damage caused by any unauthorized modification. 1-2 SAFETY RULES SAFETY FEATURES UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION