Komatsu WA270-3H, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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General Safety Measures
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not operate or service the machine unless you have been trained
and are authorised to do so.
• Always adhere to all instructions, measures, and safety instructions
when operating or servicing the machine.
• When working together with other persons, agree beforehand on all
hand signals that you want to use to avoid accidents due to
misunderstandings.
SAFETY DEVICES
• Check that all safety devices and covers of the machine are correctly
installed.
• Ensure that damaged safety devices and covers are repaired before
you start the machine.
• Use all safety devices as prescribed, e.g. the safety lever for the work
hydraulic system (see opposite figure) and the safety belt.
• Do not remove any of the safety devices. Safety devices must be
kept in perfect condition.
EMERGENCY EXIT
In an emergency situation, you can use the rear window as an emergency
exit. For this purpose, use the emergency hammer.
CLOTHING AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, jewellery, or open long hair. There
is danger that you get caught by control elements or moving parts
leading to serious injuries.
• Immediately replace clothing stained with highly inflammable
substances.
• When operating and servicing the machine, wear the appropriate
protective equipment, e.g. safety helmet, safety goggles, safety shoes,
dust protection mask, and safety gloves.
• Always wear safety goggles, safety helmet, and protective clothing, if
it is likely that chippings or splinters will be produced while operating
the machine (e.g. when removing or driving in bolts or cleaning with
compressed air).
• Ensure that no unauthorised person is within the danger zone.