Komatsu WA100M-7, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Safety 2.2 General precautions
WA80M-7, WA100M-7 – VENAM03001
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Fire prevention
 Fire caused by fuel or oil
Fuel, oil, antifreeze, and window washer liquid are particularly
flammable and can be hazardous. To prevent fire, always
observe the following:
 Do not smoke or use any flame near fuel or oil.
 Switch off the engine before refuelling.
 Do not leave the machine while adding fuel or oil.
 Tighten all fuel and oil caps securely.
 Do not spill fuel on overheated surfaces or on parts of the
electrical system.
 Use well-ventilated areas for adding or storing oil and
fuel.
 Store oil and fuel in a designated location and prevent
access by unauthorised persons.
 After adding fuel or oil, wipe up any spilled fuel or oil.
 When carrying out grinding or welding work on the chas-
sis, move any flammable materials to a safe place before
starting.
 When washing parts with oil, use a non-flammable oil.
Diesel oil and gasoline are flammable. Do not use them.
 Put greasy rags and other flammable materials into a safe
container to maintain safety at the work place.
 Do not weld or use a cutting torch to cut any pipes or
tubes that contain flammable liquids.
 Fire caused by accumulation of combustible material
Remove any dry leaves, wood chips, pieces of paper, dust, or
any other flammable materials accumulated or stuck in the
area of the engine, the exhaust manifold, the muffler, the bat-
tery, or at the underbody.
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