Komatsu PW130ES-6K, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING
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IF BATTERY IS DISCHARGED
WARNING
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When checking or handling the battery, stop the engine
and turn the starting switch key to the OFF position
before starting.
●
The battery generates hydrogen gas, so there is danger
of explosion. Do not bring lighted cigarettes near the bat-
tery, or do anything that will cause sparks.
●
Battery electrolyte is dilute sulphuric acid, and it will
attack your clothes and skin. If it gets on your clothes or
on your skin, wash it immediately with large amounts of
water. If it gets in your eyes, wash it out with fresh water,
and consult a doctor.
●
When handling battery, always wear protective goggles.
●
When removing the battery, first disconnect the cable
from the ground (normally, from the negative (-) termi-
nal). When installing, install the positive (+) terminal first.
If a tool touches the cable connecting the positive (+) ter-
minal and the chassis, there is danger that it will cause
sparks.
●
If the terminals are loose, there is danger that the defec-
tive contact may generate sparks that will cause an
explosion.
●
When installing the terminals, install them tightly.
●
When removing or installing, check which is the positive
(+) terminal and negative (-) terminal.
STARTING ENGINE WITH BOOSTER CABLE
When starting the engine with a booster cable, do as follows:
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When removing
disconnect the
cable from the
ground terminal
first
When installing,
connect the cable to
the positive (+)
terminal first.
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