Komatsu — 11.1 MACHINE MONITOR

11. EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS 7. BATTERY CHARGE CAUTION PILOT LAMP This warns the operator that there is an abnormality in the charging system when the engine is running. Check before starting: Lights up Engine started or running: When the engine is started, the alterna- tor generates electricity and the lamp goes out. If any abnormality occurs in the charg- ing system, the caution pilot lamp and central CHECK lamp will flash. If they flash, check the charging circuit. 8. AIR CLEANER CLOGGING PORTION PILOT LAMP When the engine is running, this warns the operator that the air cleaner element is clogged. Check before starting: OFF When operating:

If the air cleaner becomes clogged, the caution pilot lamp and central CHECK lamp will flash. If they flash, clean or replace the ele- ment. 9. TRANSMISSION OIL FILTER PILOT LAMP This warns the operator that the transmission oil filter is clogged. If this lamp flashes, replace the filter element. 10. EMERGENCY STEERING PILOT LAMP This indicates that the main pump is operating normally when the machine is traveling. If the engine stops when the machine is traveling, or if there is any abnormality in the pump circuit, the monitor flashes to indicate that the emergency steering system has been actuated. If the moni- tor flashes, stop the engine immediately. 2-9