Komatsu PC20R-8, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
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2.3 PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN BEFORE STARTING THE EN-
GINE
2.3.1 SAFETY ON THE WORK SITE
2.3.2 FIRE PREVENTION
2.3.3 PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN FOR THE OPERATOR’S CAB
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Before starting the engine, thoroughly check the area for any
unusual condition of the ground due to which work may be
dangerous.
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Check the conditions of the ground at the work site and before
starting the engine define the work plan and the best and saf-
est operating procedure.
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Make the ground surface as level as possible before carrying
out any operation.
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In case of work on the road, protect pedestrians and cars by
designating a person for work site traffic duty and install fences
around the work site.
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If water lines, gas lines, and telephone or high-voltage electri-
cal lines are located under the work site, contact the relevant
utility company in order to find out their exact positions or to
make them ineffective until the end of the operations. Be care-
ful not to sever or damage any of these lines.
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Check the depth and flow of water before operating in water or
on river banks.
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Completely remove all wood chips, rubbish, paper and other
flammable materials that may have accumulated inside the en-
gine compartment, since they can cause fires.
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Check the fuel and hydraulic system pipes for leaks and if nec-
essary repair them. Wipe up any excess oil, fuel or other flam-
mable fluids.
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Make sure that fire extinguishers are available in the work ar-
ea.
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Do not leave objects or tools lying around in the operator’s cab. They may hinder the operation of the controls
and cause serious accidents.
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Keep the cab floor and the controls (pedals and levers) clean, by removing any trace of oil and grease and, as
far as the floor is concerned, remove any excess dirt (earth, stones, etc.).
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Check the safety belt and change it if it is broken or damaged.
Replace any component only with homologated parts available at Komatsu Utility or its Dealers.