PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 2.3 PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 2.3.1 SAFETY ON THE WORK SITE Before starting the engine, thoroughly check the area for any unusual condition of the ground due to which work may be dangerous. Check the conditions of the ground at the work site and before starting the engine define the work plan and the best and saf- est operating procedure. Make the ground surface as level as possible before carrying out any operation. In case of work on the road, protect pedestrians and cars by designating a person for work site traffic duty and install fenc- es around the work site.
If water lines, gas lines, and telephone or high-voltage electri- cal lines are located under the work site, contact the relevant utility company in order to find out their exact positions or to make them inneffective until the end of the operations. Be careful not to sever or damage any of these lines. Check the depth and flow of water before operating in water or on river banks. RWA00220 2.3.2 FIRE PREVENTION Completely remove all wood chips, rubbish, paper and other flammable materials that may have accumulated inside the en- gine compartment, since they can cause fires. Check the fuel and hydraulic system pipes for leaks and if nec- essary repair them.
Wipe up any excess oil, fuel or other flam- mable fluids. Make sure that fire extinguishers are available in the work ar- ea. RWA01040 2.3.3 PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN FOR THE OPERATOR’S CAB Do not leave objects or tools lying around in the operator’s cab. They may hinder the operation of the brakes and cause serious accidents. Keep the cab floor and the controls (steering wheel and levers) clean, by removing any trace of oil and grease and, as far as the floor is concerned, remove any excess dirt (earth, stones, etc.). Check the safety belt and change it if it is broken or damaged. Replace any component only with homologated parts available at Komatsu Utility or its Dealers.
Make always sure that the lock of the right door, which is considered the emergency door, is open. 33