Safety Notice - Komatsu PC200LL-8 Shop Manual

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FOREWORD
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SAFETY

Safety Notice

Important Safety Notice
Proper service and repair is extremely important for the safe operation of your machine. The service and repair techniques
recommended and described in this manual are both effective and safe methods of operation. Some of these operations
require the use of tools specially designed for the purpose.
To prevent injury to workers, the symbols
accompanying these symbols should always be followed carefully. If any dangerous situation arises or may possibly arise,
first consider safety, and take the necessary actions to deal with the situation.
General Precautions
WARNING! Mistakes in operation are
1.
Before performing any greasing or repairs, read all the
precautions given on the decals which are fixed to the
machine.
2.
When performing any operation, always wear safety
shoes and helmet. Do not wear loose work clothes, or
clothes with buttons missing.
Always wear safety glasses when hitting parts with
a hammer.
Always wear safety glasses when grinding parts
with a grinder, etc.
3.
If welding repairs are needed, always have a trained,
experienced welder perform the work. When perform-
ing welding work, always wear welding gloves, apron,
glasses, cap and other clothes suited for welding work.
WARNING! Never modify, weld, cut, or drill
on any part of a ROPS
structure. Doing so may
weaken the structure which
could lead to possible failure in
a rollover situation
4.
When performing any operation with two or more
workers, always agree on operating procedures before
starting. Always inform your fellow workers before
starting any step of the operation. Before starting work,
hang UNDER REPAIR signs on the controls in the
operator's compartment.
5.
Keep all tools in good condition and learn the correct
way to use them.
6.
Decide a place in the repair workshop to keep tools and
removed parts. Always keep the tools and parts in their
correct places. Always keep the work area clean and
PC200/220LL-8
are used to mark safety precautions in this manual. The cautions
extremely dangerous. Read
the OPERATION &
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
carefully BEFORE operating
the machine.
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make sure that there is no dirt or oil on the floor. Smoke
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only in the areas provided for smoking. Never smoke
while working.
Preparations For Work
1.
Before adding oil or making repairs, park the machine
on hard, level ground, and block the wheels or tracks to
prevent the machine from moving.
2.
Before starting work, lower blade, ripper, bucket or any
other work equipment to the ground. If this is not
possible, insert the safety pin or use blocks to prevent
the work equipment from falling. In addition, be sure to
lock all the control levers and hang warning signs on
them.
3.
When disassembling or assembling, support the
machine with blocks, jacks or stands before starting
work.
4.
Remove all mud and oil from the steps or other places
used to get on and off the machine. Always use the
handrails, ladders or steps when getting on or off the
machine. Never jump on or off the machine. If it is
impossible to use the handrails, ladders or steps, use a
stand to provide safe footing.
Precautions During Work
1.
When removing oil filler cap, drain plug, or hydraulic
pressure measuring plugs, loosen them slowly to
prevent oil from spurting out. Before disconnecting or
removing components of the oil, cooling, or air circuits,
first completely remove pressure from the circuit.
2.
The coolant and oil in the circuits is hot when the engine
is stopped, so be careful not to get burned. Wait for the
oil and coolant to cool down before performing any
work on the oil or cooling circuits.
3.
Before starting work, remove the leads from the battery.
ALWAYS remove lead from the negative (-) terminal
first.
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