a.
DANGER indicates a hazard with a high
level of risk which, if not avoided, will result
in death or severe injury.
b.
WARNING indicates a hazard with a
medium level of risk which, if not avoided,
could result in death or severe injury.
c.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury. It may also be used to
warn against possible damage to the
machine and its components.
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
AVOID INJULY OR DEATH
Do not operate or perform any maintenance on this machine until all instructions found in this manual
have been thoroughly read and understood. Improper operation or maintenance of this machine may
cause accidents and could result in severe injury or death. Always keep this manual being stored in
the place provided on the machine.
If it is missing or damaged, place an order with KOBELCO authorized dealer/distributor for a
replacement. If you have any questions, please consult KOBELCO authorized dealer/distributor.
1.
Most accidents in operation are due to non-observance of safety rules and precautions. Sufficient
care should be taken to avoid these accidents. Erroneous operation, lubrication method,
maintenance and inspection are very dangerous and may cause injury or death. Therefore all
precautionary measures, NOTES, DANGERS, WARNINGS and CAUTIONS contained in this
manual and on the machine should be read and understood by all personnel before starting any
work with or on the machine.
2.
Operation, maintenance and inspection should be carefully carried out, and safety must be given
the first priority. Safety messages are indicated using the following warning symbols and signal
words. The safety information contained in this manual is intended only to supplement safety
codes, insurance requirements, local laws, rules and regulations.
3.
It is very difficult to forecast every danger that may occur during operation. However, safety can
be ensured by fully understanding proper operating procedures for this machine according to
methods recommended in this manual.
4.
While operating the machine, be sure to perform work with great care to avoid damage to the
machine, and accidents from occurring.
5.
Continue studying this manual until all safety, operation, and maintenance and inspection
procedures are completely understood by all personnel working with the machine.
6.
Icons used in this manual;
x (icon): This icon indicates an unacceptable practice or unsafe condition.
o (icon): This icon indicates an acceptable practice or safe condition.
7.
All messages of safety used in this manual and the machine are identified by the words
"DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION" and "IMPORTANT".
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