Komatsu WA470-6 2006, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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4.9 Service procedure
Every 250 hours service
Maintenance
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WA470-6H – VEAM946100
4.9.8 Every 250 hours service
Maintenance for every 50 and 100 hours service should be car-
ried out at the same time.
Check battery electrolyte level
Carry out this check before operating the machine.
WARNING
!
Do not use the battery if the battery electrolyte level is below
the (MINIMUM) LOWER LEVEL line. This will accelerate
deterioration of the inside of the battery and reduce the ser-
vice life of the battery. In addition, it may also cause an
explosion.
!
The battery generates flammable gas and there is danger of
explosion, so do not bring fire or sparks near the battery.
!
Battery electrolyte is dangerous. If it gets in your eyes or on
your skin, wash it off with a large amount of water and con-
sult a doctor.
!
When adding distilled water to the battery, do not allow the
battery electrolyte to go above the (MAXIMUM) UPPER
LEVEL line. If the electrolyte level is too high, it may leak
and cause damage to the paint surface or corrode other
parts.
NOTE
When adding distilled water in cold weather, add it before start-
ing operations in the morning to prevent the electrolyte from
freezing.
Inspect the battery electrolyte level at least once a month and
follow the basic safety procedures given below.