Komatsu PC18MR-3, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN WHEN WORKING
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2.4.10 VISIBILITY
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Make sure that there are no people or obstacles in the area surrounding the machine and check the conditions
of the worksite to ensure that all operations and movements can be carried out safely.
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Switch on the work lights as soon as visibility decreases.
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If visibility is reduced due to mist, smoke or heavy rain, stop the machine in a safe position and wait for the
weather to improve until visibility becomes acceptable.
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Before travelling or operating the machine, the operator should sound the horn to warn people in the area.
2.4.11 WORKING ON ICY OR SNOW-COVERED SURFACES
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If the ground is icy or covered with snow, even a slight slope may cause the machine to slip sidewards, therefore
it is advisable to move at low speed and to avoid abrupt starts, stops or turns.
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When it has snowed heavily, the road shoulders and any obstacle are buried in the snow and are not visible,
therefore proceed with care when clearing the snow.
2.4.12 PREVENTING DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE WORK EQUIPMENT
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When working in tunnels, galleries, under electric cables or other ducts (air, telephone lines) and wherever the
height is limited, proceed with the greatest care to prevent the bucket or the arms from causing any damage.
2.4.13 WORKING ON LOOSE GROUND
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Avoid operating the machine too close to the edge of cliffs, overhangs and deep ditches.
These areas may collapse, making the machine fall down or tip over and this could result in serious injury or
even death.
Remember that after heavy rain or earthquakes these dangerous conditions usually get worse.
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The earth laid near ditches is loose and is likely to collapse due to the weight or vibrations of the machine.
Pay the utmost attention and always fasten the seat belt; close the cab door, if provided.
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In case of work in areas where stones or other material may fall on the machine, install the FOPS protection de-
vice.