Komatsu PW160-7K Series, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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PRECAUTION DURING OPERATION SAFETY
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WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions.
VENTILATION FOR ENCLOSED AREAS
If it is necessary to start the engine within an enclosed area, pro-
vide adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes from the engine can
KILL.
PRECAUTIONS FOR MIRRORS, WINDOWS AND LIGHTS
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Remove all dirt from the surface of the windows and lights to
ensure that you can see well.
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Adjust the rear view mirrors so that you can see clearly from
the operator’s seat, and always keep the surface of the mir-
rors clean. If any glass is broken, replace it with a new part.
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Check that the head lamps and working lamps are installed to
match the operating conditions. Check also that they light up
properly.
OPERATING MACHINE
WHEN STARTING THE ENGINE
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Walk around for machine again just before mounting it, to
check for people and objects that might be in the way.
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NEVER start the engine if a warning tag has been attached to
the wrist control.
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Before starting the engine, sound the horn as an alert.
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Start and operate the machine only while seated.
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Do not allow anyone other than the operator to ride in the cab
or on the machine body.
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For machines equipped with a reverse alarm buzzer, check
that the warning device operates correctly.
CHECK DIRECTION BEFORE STARTING MACHINE
Before operating the travel pedal, check the direction of the under
carriage.
If the fixed axle is at the front, the forward/neutral/reverse lever
and steering will function in the opposite direction.
Travel operations, see "MOVING MACHINE OFF (171)"
A
B
A Fixed axle
B Oscillating axle