SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENENCE PROPER TOOLS Use only tools suited to the task and be sure to use the tools correctly. Using damaged, low quality, faulty, makeshift tools or improper use of the tools could cause serious personal injury. ACCUMULATOR The accumulator is charged with high-pressure nitrogen gas. When handling the accumulator, careless procedure may cause an explosion which could lead to serious injury or prop- erty damage. For this reason, always observe the following precautions. G Do not disassemble the accumulator. G Do not bring it near flame or dispose of it in fire. G Do not make holes in it, weld it, or use a cutting torch.
G Do not hit or roll the accumulator, or subject it to any impact. G When disposing of the accumulator, the gas must be released. Please contact your Komatsu distributor to have this work performed. PERSONNAL Only authorized personnel can service and repair the machine. Do not allow unauthorized personnel into the area. If necessary, employ an observer. 2-35