Komatsu PC118MR-8, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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USE OF THE MACHINE AND RELATED CONTROLS
FUNCTIONING
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LIFTING OBJECTS WITH LIFTING DEVICE 3
WARNING
The excavator used in handling operations must conform with current local regulations and be equipped
with safety valves and an overload alarm in compliance with EN 474-5.
WARNING
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The machine must be equipped with an appropriate lifting hook, otherwise it cannot be used for
handling loads.
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In the absence of such a device, the machine can only be used as an earth moving machine.
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The owner and operators must be familiar with all legal guidelines and regulations that govern the use
of the equipment both as an earth moving machine and as a load handling machine. Contact the
Komatsu distributor for further information.
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Before proceeding with load handling, ensure that there are no persons in the machine's operational
range and signal the beginning of the working operation by sounding the acoustic alarm.
CAUTION
Before using the machine for load handling, select work mode L to ensure the stability of the machine.
If using the machine for load handling, respect the following precautions:
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Select work mode L. For details see "Work mode selector (3-26)".
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Position the machine on a solid and flat terrain.
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Ensure that the work area is free from obstacles and that there are no persons in the operational range of the
machine.
NOTICE
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When the machine reach its load limit the acoustic
alarm and the overload alarm light will indicate this
fact. For details see "Overload alarm light (3-16)".
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