SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS General Safety Rules Only trained and authorized personnel are allowed to operate and service this machine. Before operating this machine, it is important to study the operator’s manual thoroughly and become familiar with all controls and safety decals. Keep this manual with your machine at all times for easy and quick reference. Safety must always be the operator’s most important concern. Never operate a machine that is unsafe or in poor operating condition. Always perform a pre-operational check on your machine before operating it.
If the machine is equipped with a seat belt and rollover protective structure, Komatsu requires that the operator is within the confines of the rollover protective structure, with the seat belt fastened snugly around his/her waist, before operating the machine. Komatsu requires that if your equipment is designed for operation by one person, it is for one person only. Never allow other personnel to ride on your machine in any manner. Never leave your machine running and unattended. Always park the machine in a level area; lower any work equipment to the ground; set the parking brake; lock the controls; and turn the engine off before exiting the operator’s compartment.
Be sure that all personnel are at least 12 m (40 ft) away from any point on the machine before moving or operating the machine. Never allow anyone to stand near the machine while it is in operation. Remember that the larger the machine, the more restricted is your visibility. If pedestrians are in the area, proceed slowly and sound your horn. Keep in mind that pedestrians have the right-of-way. A loaded or smaller machine has the right-of-way over an unloaded machine. Never use your machine for tasks for which it was not designed; damage to the machine or injury to the operator may result.
Follow all safety rules, precautions, and instructions when operating or performing maintenance on the machine. It is the owner and/or operator’s responsibility to replace any safety or warning decals if they are defaced or removed from the machine. Think before you act; study the job carefully. Careful operators and service personnel are the best insurance against accidents. The operator of this machine must be alert, physically fit, and free from the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications that might affect his/her eyesight, hearing, or reactions.
When working with another person on a work site, or during traffic control, be sure that all personnel involved understand all hand signals that are to be used. When leaving a job site for long periods of time, always lower all work equipment to the ground; neutralize work equipment controls; and lock and secure your machine properly to avoid tampering by other personnel. Never drive up to anyone standing in your path of travel. Always be sure all personnel are standing to the side when you approach them and that they acknowledge your approach. Follow all rules relating to safety as outlined in this manual and by your company. Never get involved in horseplay.
Unauthorized Modifications If this machine is modified without permission from Komatsu, there is a danger that problems may occur with safety that may lead to serious personal injury. Modifications may have an adverse effect on items such as machine strength and visibility. Before making any modifications, consult your Komatsu distributor. Komatsu cannot take any responsibility for accidents, failures, or damage caused by modifications not authorized by Komatsu. 1-10 WA380-6