Komatsu PC18MR-3, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE
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2.8.17 PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN WHEN
HANDLING THE BATTERY AND THE
ALTERNATOR
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When the electrical system is being repaired or when electric
welds are made, turn the battery main switch to OFF (O) to in-
terrupt the current (see "3.2.2 pos: 9. Battery main switch (if in-
stalled)").
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If electric welds are necessary for the machine, besides discon-
necting the battery, disconnect the alternator and the KOM-
TRAX system control unit.
2.8.18 PRECAUTIONS CONCERNING THE
STARTER
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Start the engine only when correctly seated in the driving posi-
tion.
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Do not start the engine by tampering with the terminals of the
starter, since the machine may move.
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Sudden or accidental movements of the machine may cause
serious injury or even death.
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