Komatsu PC20R-8, Operation & Maintenance Manual

Page: 6 / 196

INTRODUCTION
4
1.3 INTRODUCTION
1.3.1 INTENDED USES
1.3.2 IMPROPER OR UNAUTHORIZED USES
The KOMATSU UTILITY MACHINES described in this manual have been designed and constructed to be used
mainly for EXCAVATION and EARTH-MOVING OPERATIONS.
If provided with suitable safety devices, they can be used with authorized optional equipment having the charac-
teristics illustrated at point “6.1 AUTHORIZED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT”.
CAUTION
•
This paragraph describes some of the improper or unauthorized uses of the machine; since it is impos-
sible to predict all the possible improper uses, if the machine happens to be used for particular applica-
tions, contact your Komatsu Utility Dealer before carrying out the work.
IMPORTANT
☞
•
The instructions regarding the authorized optional equipment are given in the relevant operation and
maintenance manuals; if the equipment is supplied by Komatsu Utility, these publications are enclosed
to this manual.
•
The instructions regarding the assembly of the authorized equipment, the controls requiring special ar-
rangements on the machine and the hydraulic couplings necessary for the operation of the equipment
are grouped in the final section of this manual.
KOMATSU UTILITY MACHINES are constructed exclusively for the handling, excavation and treatment of inert
materials; therefore, the following uses are absolutely forbidden:
•
USE OF THE MACHINE BY MINORS OR INEXPERIENCED PERSONS.
•
USE OF THE MACHINE FOR LIFTING PERSONS OR OBJECTS.
•
TRANSPORT OF CONTAINERS WITH FLAMMABLE OR DANGEROUS FLUIDS.
•
USE OF THE BUCKET FOR DRIVING OR EXTRACTING PILES.
•
USE OF THE MACHINE FOR TOWING DAMAGED VEHICLES.