Komatsu Utility 76243, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
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TOWING 2
WHEN TOWING
Injury or death could result if a disabled machine is towed
incorrectly. Always observe the following rules.
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Never use a towing method different from the one
described in this manual.
For the method of towing, see “METHOD OF TOWING
MACHINE (3-141)“.
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When handling a wire rope, always wear leather gloves.
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When working with others to prepare for towing, signals
should be agreed upon beforehand.
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If your machine is towed by another machine, stop the
engine and release the brake. Please contact your
Komatsu distributor to have the brake released.
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Towing on slopes is dangerous. When doing so, choose a
gentle slope. If no gentle slope is available, make such a
slope by earth-removal work.
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When connecting up a towing machine, do not let anyone
enter the area between the towing machine and the equip-
ment being towed.
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Do not straddle the towing cable or wire rope.
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When your machine is towed by another machine,
ALWAYS use a wire rope with a sufficient towing capacity.
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Set the towing machine and the towing connection of the
equipment being towed in a straight line when connecting
it.
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Take up the slack in the wire rope and tow the machine.
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When lifting the machine up, use the towing hook.
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If the machine is stuck in mud, dig around the towing hook, then use the towing hook.
Permitted towing load: 29,300 kg (287,330 N)
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Do not use a broken (A), kinked (B) or frayed (C) wire rope.