INTRODUCTION 1.3 INTRODUCTION 1.3.1 INTENDED USES The Komatsu Utility TELESCOPIC HANDLERS described in this manual are suitable for operation at tempera- tures ranging from –16°C to +45°C and for use by operators skilled mainly in the following types of work: Lifting and handling of palletized or free loads on even or uneven ground. NOTE Free loads and loads with particular shapes must be secured to the forks or to the lifting equipment. Through the application of approved optional attachments, the machine can also be used for: loading work handling loose material (cereals, sand, gravel, etc.) with STANDARD BUCKET or 4 IN 1 BUCKET. handling piles, trees, etc. with specific forks.
1.3.2 IMPROPER OR UNAUTHORIZED USE This paragraph describes some of the improper or unauthorized uses of the machine; since it is impos- sible to predict all the possible improper uses, if the machine happens to be used for particular applica- tions, contact your Komatsu Utility Dealer before carrying out the work. IMPORTANT The instructions regarding the authorized optional equipment are given in the relevant operation and maintenance manuals; if the equipment is supplied by Komatsu Utility, these publications are enclosed to this manual.
The instructions regarding the assembly of the authorized equipment, the controls requiring special machine configurations and the hydraulic couplings necessary for the operation of the equipment are grouped in the final section of this manual. The Komatsu Utility TELESCOPIC HANDLERS are designed and built exclusively for handling and transporting inert materials; the following applications are forbidden: Use of the machine at temperatures different from those indicated. Use of the machine by minors or unexperienced persons. Use of the machine by persons under the effect of alcohol, medicines that may affect attention levels, drugs.
Use of the machine to lift persons or with forks, or pallets or equipment not approved from Komatsu Utility for this specific type of application. Use the machine for lifting operations in combination with other machines. Transport of people, even if they are in the operator’s cab. Transport and lifting of containers containing flammable fluids or fluids that can be considered dangerous without using the apposite retaining equipment (harness). Transport and lifting (even if in exceptional cases) of equipment or loose materials that protrude from the forks and are not secured with cables or chains. Use of the bucket to drive or extract piles.
Use of the machine to tow damaged or failed vehicles. Use of the machine to lift damaged or failed vehicles. 4 ATTENTION