INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTENDED USE This Komatsu HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR is designed to be used mainly for the following work: G Digging G Smoothing work G Ditching work G Loading work See the section “WORK POSSIBLE USING HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR” on page 134 for further details Features G This Komatsu HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR is equipped with various controls based on an advanced electronics system. G The monitor panel greatly facilitates daily maintenance and self-diagnosis. G Working mode & travel speed are selectable. G Digging and lifting force can be increased by light-touch con- trol. (For details, see operation section.) G Adjustable wrist control levers make operations smooth and easy.
G Fresh filtered air conditioner assures comfortable operation. G Low noise level and smart urban style design and colouring. G Superb operation performance provided by powerful engine and high-performance hydraulic pump. G Low fuel consumption controlled by an electronic control sys- tem provides an environment-friendly machine. 6