Komatsu — ROOM VENTILATION

SAFETY IN THE OPERATOR’S CAB A. Check the condition of the cab floor. Be sure it is clean and free from tools, objects, excess dirt, trash or grease. B. Check to be sure both doors open and close properly. Be sure the right door is unlocked for safety purpose. C. Check the windows for cleanliness. Remove any stickers or objects pasted to the windows. D. Make sure the fire extinguisher is in place and fully charged. E. Be sure the operator’s manual, safety manual and all cab safety decals are in place and in good condition. F. Check to be sure the seat belt and seat works properly. START-UP CHECKS When performing start-up checks, be sure your machine is in a well ventilated area. A.

Start the engine and allow it to idle at a low RPM. B. Check the operation of all gauges and warning systems. Be sure they all work and come up to normal operation. C. Check the operation of all switches. Be sure the lights, wipers, directional, horn and warning flashers and alarms work properly. D. Check the brakes, throttle operation and steering wheel. Be sure they are clean and free from dirt or grease. E. Check the operation of all work controls. Remark It is important that a preoperational check be performed at the beginning of your work shift. Perform this step even if taking the machine operations over from another operator. ROOM VENTILATION Exhaust gases are deadly.

If starting the machine inside a building, con- nect a suction duct to the exhaust pipe. 1-10 WB140PS-2N WB150PS-2N