SAFETY General precautions Safety rules ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) 0. The roll-over protection system (ROPS) protects the operator and absorbs load and impact energy, if the machine should roll over. The ROPS is a fixed component of the cab. The machine must not be operated without this roll-over protection system. The ROPS meets the regulations of all member states of the EU. If, however, the ROPS is modified, damaged, or repaired without permission, its stability is impaired. In this case, the ROPS must be replaced, since its cor- rect function can no longer be guaranteed. The ROPS can only provide maximum protection, if the driver wears the safety belt correctly.
For this reason, the safety belt is to be worn when the machine is in operation. Attachment for protection against falling objects (FOPS) 0. When you work on a site where there is danger of falling rocks or other objects, the machines must be equipped with a FOPS. If the FOPS is modified without permission or damaged, its stability is impaired. In this case, the FOPS must be replaced, since its correct function can no longer be guaranteed. Precautions for attachments 0. When installing optional parts or attachments, there may be problems with safety or legal restrictions. There- fore contact your Komatsu distributor for advice.
Any injuries, accidents, or product failures resulting from the use of unauthorized attachments or parts will not be the responsibility of Komatsu. When installing and using optional attachments, read the instruction manual for the attachment, and the gen- eral information related to attachments in this manual. When front attachment is exchanged. Machine could be damaged if you should operate work equipment lever to tilt direction without pin-on- typed front attachment. (Pin-on bucket, Quick coupler it self). Don‘t operate work equipment lever to tilt direction during pin-on-typed front attachment is removed. Unauthorized modification 0.
Any modification made without authorization from Komatsu can create hazards. Before making a modification, consult your Komatsu distributor. Komatsu will not be responsible for any injuries, accidents, product failures or other property damages resulting from modifications made without authorization from Komatsu. Safety at worksite 0. Before starting operations, thoroughly check the work area for dangerous working conditions. Inspect the surface of the soil in the working area and deter- mine the optimum and safest procedure. When carrying out operations near combustible materials such as thatched roofs, dry leaves or dry grass, there is a hazard of fire, so be careful when operating.
Determine the required safety measures against dangers on public roads in co-operation with the owners, users, and responsible authorities. On sites where there are underground water pipes, gas pipes, or conduits for high voltage cables, contact the responsible supply company to determine the lines' posi- tions. Ensure that these facilities will not be damaged. When working with water or crossing sand banks, first check the subsoil and depth and flow rate of the water. Ensure that the permitted water depth will not be exceeded. Take action to prevent unauthorized people from approach- ing the jobsite. WA250PZ-5 – VEAM945101 2-13