Komatsu D51EX-24, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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The ripper control lever is used for operating the ripper.
(a) RAISE: Ripper goes up
(b) HOLD: Ripper is stopped and held in this position.
(c) LOWER: Ripper goes down
REMARK
If the work equipment lock lever is set to LOCK position (L), the
operation of the ripper is locked.
RADIATOR GRILLE
Open and close the radiator grille as needed in check and maintenance.
METHOD FOR OPENING AND CLOSING RADIATOR GRILLE
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WARNING
• Stop the engine before opening or closing the radiator grille, and open or close it while the fan is
stopped.
If you touch the rotating fan, it will cause serious personal injury or death.
• Be careful not to get your finger caught in the gap between the radiator grille and tank while open-
ing and closing the radiator grille.
• Check that the lock is securely set when opening the radiator grille. Check the lock and link part as
well for abnormality.
• Be careful not to hit your head, etc. against radiator grille when opening it.
• Check the hoses and piping which move together with the radiator grille for cracks and damage.
HANDLE HYDRAULIC RIPPER ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS
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