Komatsu WA430-6 Wheel Loader Operation & Maintenance Manual (EN)

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CEAM012703 Operation & Maintenance Manual WA430 -6 WHEEL LOADER SERIAL NUMBERS WA430-6 A41001 and up Engine 6D114E-3 This material is proprietary to Komatsu America Corp. and is not to be reproduced, used, or disclosed except in accordance with written authorization from Komatsu America Corp. It is our policy to improve our products whenever it is possible and practical to do so. We reserve the right to make changes or improvements at any time without incurring any obligation to install such changes on products sold previously. Due to this continuous program of research and development, revisions may be made to this publication.

It is recommended that customers contact their distributor for information on the latest revision. Copyright 2013 Komatsu Printed in U.S.A. Komatsu America Corp. March 2013

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INTRODUCTION

0 INTRODUCTION WA430-6 0-1

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FOREWORD

INTRODUCTION FOREWORD This manual describes procedures for operation, handling, lubrication, maintenance, checking, and adjustment. It will help the operator and maintenance personnel achieve peak performance through effective, economical, and safe machine operation and maintenance. Komatsu cannot predict every circumstance that might involve a potential hazard when the machine is used. The safety messages in this manual and on the machine may not include all possible safety precautions.

If you carry out any operation, inspection, or maintenance under conditions that are not described in this manual, understand that it is your responsibility to take the necessary precautions to ensure safety. In no event should you or others engage in the prohibited uses or actions described in this manual. Improper operation and maintenance of the machine can be hazardous and could result in serious injury or death. Keep this manual handy and have all personnel read it periodically. If this manual is lost, damaged, or becomes dirty and can not be read, request a replacement manual from your local distributor.

Storage location for Operation & Maintenance Manual is in the pocket (1) at the rear of the operator’s seat back rest. If you sell the machine, be sure to give this manual to the new owner. The explanations, values, and illustrations in this manual have been prepared based on the latest information available at the date of its publication. Continuing improvements in the design of this machine may lead to additional changes that are not reflected in this manual. Consult Komatsu or your Komatsu distributor for the latest available information concerning your machine or with questions regarding information contained in this manual.

This manual may contain attachments and optional equipment that are not available in your area. Consult your local Komatsu distributor for items that you may require. The numbers in the illustrations correspond to the numbers in parenthesis ( ) in the text. Improper operation and maintenance of this machine can be hazardous and could result in serious injury or death. Operators and maintenance personnel must read this manual thoroughly before operating or maintaining this machine. This manual should be kept near, or with, the machine for reference. All personnel who operate the machine should periodically review the manual.

Some actions involved in operation and maintenance can cause a serious accident if they are not performed in the manner described in this manual. The procedures and precautions given in this manual apply only to the intended uses of this machine. If you use your machine for any unintended uses that are not specifically prohibited, you must be sure that it is safe for you and others. You or others should never engage in prohibited uses or actions described in this manual. Komatsu delivers machines that comply with all applicable regulations and standards of the country to which they are shipped.

If this machine has been purchased in another country, or purchased from someone in another country, it may lack certain safety features and specifications that are necessary for use in your country. If there is any question about whether your product complies with the applicable standards and regulations of your country, consult your local distributor or Komatsu before operating the machine. The safety description is given in “SAFETY INFORMATION” on page 0-3 and in Section 1, SAFETY. 0-2 WA430-6

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SAFETY INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION Most accidents are caused by failure to follow fundamental safety rules for the operation and maintenance of the machine. To avoid accidents, read, understand, and follow all precautions and warnings in this manual and on the machine before performing maintenance and machine operations. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. The following signal words are used to inform you that there is a potentially hazardous situation that may lead to personal injury or damage. In this manual and on machine labels, different signal words are used to express the potential level of hazard.

The Safety Alert Symbol identifies important safety messages on machines, in manuals, and elsewhere. When you see this symbol, be alert to the risk of personal injury or death. Follow the instructions in the safety message. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to most extreme situations. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

Remark This word is used for precautions that must be taken to avoid actions which could shorten the life of the machine. It is also used to indicate information that is useful to know. Safety precautions are described in the SAFETY section (Section 1). KOMATSU AMERICA CORP. cannot predict every circumstance that might involve a potential hazard in operation and maintenance. Therefore the safety message in this manual and on the machine may not include all possible safety precautions. If any procedures or actions not specifically recommended or allowed in this manual are used, you must be sure that you and others can do such procedures and actions safely and without damaging the machine.

If you are unsure about the safety of some procedures, contact your local distributor or KOMATSU AMERICA CORP. WA430-6 0-3

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