Komatsu PC350LC-8, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY
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WORKING ON LOOSE GROUND
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Avoid traveling or operating your machine too close to the edge of cliffs, overhangs, and deep ditches. The
ground may be weak in such areas. If the ground should collapse under the weight or vibration of the machine,
there is a hazard that the machine may fall or tip over. Remember that the soil after heavy rain or blasting or
after earthquakes is weak in these areas.
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When working on embankments or near excavated ditches, there is a hazard that the weight and vibration of
the machine will cause the soil to collapse. Before starting operations, take steps to ensure that the ground is
safe and to prevent the machine from rolling over or falling.
DISTANCE TO HIGH VOLTAGE CABLES
Do not travel or operate the machine near electric cables.
There is a hazard of electric shock, which may cause serious
injury or property damage. On jobsites where the machine may
go close to electric cables, always do as follows.
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Before starting work near electric cables, inform the local
power company of the work to be performed, and ask them
to take the necessary action.
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Even going close to high-voltage cables can cause electric
shock, which may cause serious burns or even death.
Always maintain a safe distance (see the table on the right)
between the machine and the electric cable. Check with
the local power company about safe operating procedure
before starting operations.
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To prepare for any possible emergencies, wear rubber
shoes and gloves. Lay a rubber sheet on top of the seat,
and be careful not to touch the chassis with any exposed
part of your body.
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Use a signalman to give warning if the machine
approaches too close to the electric cables.
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When carrying out operations near high voltage cables, do
not let anyone near the machine.
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If the machine should come too close or touch the electric
cable, to prevent electric shock, the operator should not
leave the operator's compartment until it has been con-
firmed that the electricity has been shut off.
Also, do not let anyone near the machine.
Voltage of Cables Safety Distance
100 V - 200 V Over 2 m
6,600 V Over 2 m
22,000 V Over 3 m
66,000 V Over 4 m
154,000 V Over 5 m
187,000 V Over 6 m
275,000 V Over 7 m
500,000 V Over 11 m