Komatsu — 1.3. Safety information

Introduction 1.3. Safety information 1.3. Safety information The procedures and precautionary measures concerning opera- tion and maintenance only apply on the provision that the machine is used as intended. Most accidents are caused by disregard of basic safety regula- tions during operation and maintenance of machines. In order to avoid accidents and thus damage to persons and property, read all applicable safety notes and warnings in these operating instructions and on the machine, before you start operation or maintenance of the machine and always adhere to these safety notes and warnings.

The following words are used in this manual and on stickers on the machine to signify safety instructions and enable them to be recognized as such at a glance: This word is used for safety messages and safety label where there is a probability of serious injury if the danger is not avoided. The safety instruction or sticker contains pre- cautions which must be observed in order to avoid the dan- ger. Failure to do so can also result in damage to the machine. This word is used for safety messages and safety label where there is a potentially dangerous situation which could lead to serious injury if the danger is not avoided.

The safety instruction or sticker contains precautions which must be observed in order to avoid the danger. Failure to do so can also result in damage to the machine. This word is used for safety messages and safety label in the event of danger which could result in minor or partly serious injuries if the danger is not avoided. It may also relate to dan- gers which may only result in damage to the machine. NOTE This word is used for precautions which have to be taken in order to avoid situations which could result in shortening the service lift of the machine. The safety instructions are listed in the chapter "2. Safety" on page 2-1 and following.

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