WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. 8. PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE WHEN ABNORMALITY IS LOCATED If any abnormality is found during inspection, always carry out repairs. In particular, if the machine is used when there is any abnormality in the brakes or work equipment systems, it may lead to serious accident. Depending on the type of failure, please contact your Komatsu distributor for repairs. 1-30 RULES TO FOLLOW WHEN ADDING FUEL OR OIL Fuel, oil, antifreeze, and window washer fluid can be ignited by a flame. Always observe the following: ‡ Stop the engine when adding fuel or oil. ‡ Do not smoke.
‡ Wipe up any spilled fuel, oil, antifreeze, or window washer fluid immediately. ‡ Tighten all fuel, oil, antifreeze, and window washer fluid caps securely. ‡ Use well-ventilated areas for adding or storing fuel, oil, antifreeze, and window washer fluid. A0055020 A0055040 HANDLING HIGH-PRESSURE HOSES ‡ If oil or fuel leaks from high-pressure hoses, it may cause fire or defective operation, which may lead to personal injury or damage. If any damaged hoses or loose bolts are found, stop work and contact your Komatsu distributor for repairs.
‡ Replacing high-pressure hoses requires a high level of skill, and the torque is determined according to the type of hose and size, so please do not carry out replacement yourself. Ask your Komatsu distributor to carry out replacement.