Komatsu PC22MR-3, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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FUNCTIONING
USE OF THE MACHINE AND RELATED CONTROLS
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6. Press the horn button (11) to make sure that the horn
functions correctly.
Starting the engine 3
Start-up with hot engine or mild weather
WARNING
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Before starting the engine, carefully read the instructions and information regarding safety contained
in this manual and make sure that you know the controls. Once the engine is started, the operator is
absolutely responsible for the damages deriving from false manoeuvres or failure to observe safety
regulations..
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Do not attempt to start the engine by causing a short-circuit with the terminals of the starter. This may
cause serious injury or even fires.
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Start the engine only while seated with fastened seat belt.
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Before starting the engine, make sure that there is no one within the operating range of the machine
and sound the horn.
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Exhaust gas is toxic. When starting the engine in closed places, make sure that there is sufficient
ventilation.
NOTICE
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Do not make the starter run for more than 20 seconds
without interruption. If the engine does not start, wait
at least 2 minutes before trying again.
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Before starting the engine, make sure that the battery
main switch is turned to ON (see "Battery main switch
(3-15)").
1. Make sure that the safety lever (1) is in the “locked”
position (L).
REMARK
If the safety lever is not in position (L), the engine cannot be
started.
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Canopy specification
WEAM014500