Komatsu PC118MR-8, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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INTRODUCTION
FOREWORD
1-10
INTRODUCTION 1
This Komatsu machine is designed to be used mainly for the following work:
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Digging work
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Leveling work
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Ditching work
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Loading work
See paragraph "OPERATIONS THAT CAN BE PERFORMED WITH THE HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR (3-164)" for
further details.
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Occasional lifting and handling of the objects. For details see LIFTING OBJECTS WITH LIFTING DEVICE
(OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT) (2-47).
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.
DEMOLITION WORK 1
WARNING
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A demolition machine is a machine based on earth
moving machinery (see EN ISO 6165) and including
equi p ment an d attachmen t (w orkin g to ol - e.g .
proc essor o r breaker) specifically de si gne d to
demolish, cut, loosen, separate, pick up, transport and
distribute component parts of buildings or civil
engineering structures.
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This machine is not prepared for use in Demolition.
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Using this machine in demolition work gives an
increased risk of serious injury or death.
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All Komatsu machinery that have been specifically
designed for, and can be used in, demolition work, will
display the Komatsu demolition decal.
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If the machine does not display this decal and it is
necessary to carry out demolition work, contact your
distributor for information on demolition machinery
compliant with the applicable standards.
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