Safety Machine Operation; Starting Engine; Checks Before Starting Engine; Safety Rules For Starting Engine - Komatsu GALEO PC1250-8 Operation & Maintenance Manual

SAFETY

SAFETY MACHINE OPERATION

STARTING ENGINE

If there is a warning tag hanging from the work equipment control
lever, do not start the engine or touch the levers.

CHECKS BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

Carry out the following checks before starting the engine at the beginning of the day's work.
Remove all dirt from the surface of the window glass to ensure a good view.
Remove all dirt from the surface of the lens of the working lamps, and check that they light up correctly.
Check the coolant level, fuel level, and oil level in engine oil pan, check for clogging of the air cleaner, and check
for damage to the electric wiring.
Adjust the operator's seat to a position where it is easy to carry out operations, and check that there is no damage
or wear to the seat belt or mounting clamps.
Check the operation of the instruments and gauges, check the angle of the mirror, and check that the control
levers are all at the Neutral position.
Before starting the engine, check that lock lever (1) is in LOCK
position (L).
Adjust the mirrors so that the rear of the machine can be seen
clearly from the operator's seat.
When adjusting, see "Rearview Mirrors (PAGE 3-91)".
Check that there are no persons or obstacles above, below, or
in the area around the machine.

SAFETY RULES FOR STARTING ENGINE

Start and operate the machine only while seated.
Do not attempt to start the engine by short-circuiting the engine starting circuit. Such an act may cause a serious
bodily injury or fire.
When starting the engine, sound the horn as a warning.

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