INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION FEATURES Maximum flexibility of usefulness. Improved sealing for reduced noise, low vibration cab. Console and adjustable steering column with unencum- bered foot area provides a comfortable feeling. Light touch lever operations through use of electrical trans- mission control lever. Pleasant operators compartment with low vibration and noise levels. Excellent view from the cabin to all sides. Engine hood opens fully for ease of maintenance. Safety lock lever for work equipment. New engine that meets exhaust gas emission of 96 EPA & carb. BREAKING IN A NEW MACHINE Your machine has been thoroughly adjusted and tested before shipment.
However, operating the machine under severe condi- tions at the beginning can adversely affect the performance and shorten the machine life. Be sure to break in the machine for the initial 100 hours. During breaking in: After starting, let the engine idle for 5 minutes to allow prop- er engine warm-up prior to actual operation. Avoid operation with heavy loads or at high speeds. Avoid sudden starts or acceleration, unnecessarily abrupt stops and sharp steering except in cases of emergency. The precautions given in this manual for operating, mainte- nance, and safety procedures are only those that apply when this product is used for the specified purpose.
If the machine is used for a purpose that is not listed in this manual, Komatsu America International Company cannot bear any responsibility for safety. All consideration of safety in such operations is the re- sponsibility of the user. Operations that are prohibited in this manual must never be car- ried out under any circumstance. 1-5