GENERAL PRECAUTIONS SAFETY q Explosion caused by lighting equipment q When checking fuel, oil, battery electrolyte, window washer fluid, or coolant, always use lighting with anti- explosion specifications. If such lighting equipment is not used, there is danger of explosion that may cause serious injury. q When taking the electrical power for the lighting from the machine itself, follow the instructions in this man- ual. ACTION IF FIRE OCCURS If a fire occurs, escape from the machine as follows. q Turn the start switch OFF to stop the engine. q Use the handrails and steps to get off the machine. WINDOW WASHER LIQUID Use an ethyl alcohol base washer liquid.
Methyl alcohol base washer liquid may irritate your eyes, so do not use it. PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING ROPS Install ROPS when working in places where there is danger of falling rocks, such as in mines and quarries, or in places where there is danger of rolling over. q If ROPS is installed, do not remove it when operating the machine. q ROPS is installed to protect the operator when machine rolls over. When machine rolls over, ROPS supports its weight and absorbs its impact energy. q If ROPS is modified, its strength may be reduced. When modifying, consult your Komatsu distributor.
q If ROPS is damaged or deformed by falling objects or by rolling over, its strength will be reduced and it will not be able to fulfill its function properly. In such cases, always Komatsu contact your distributor for advice of the method of repair. Even if ROPS is installed, always fasten your seat belt properly when operating the machine. If you do not use your fasten your seat belt properly, it cannot display its effect. PRECAUTIONS FOR ATTACHMENTS q When installing optional parts or attachments, there may be problems with safety or legal restrictions. There- fore contact your Komatsu distributor for advice.
q Any injuries, accidents, or product failures resulting from the use of unauthorized attachments or parts will not be the responsibility of Komatsu. q When installing and using optional attachments, read the instruction manual for the attachment, and the gen- eral information related to attachments in this manual. UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION Any modification made without authorization from Komatsu can create hazards. Before making a modification, consult your Komatsu distributor. q Komatsu will not be responsible for any injuries, accidents, product failures or other property damages result- ing from modifications made without authorization from Komatsu. 2-14