Operating On Slopes; Prohibited Operations - Komatsu ecot3 Operation And Maintenance Manual

PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION

OPERATING ON SLOPES

When working on slopes, there is a hazard that the machine may lose its balance and turn over when the swing
or work equipment are operated. This may lead to serious injury or property damage, so always provide a stable
place when carrying out these operations, and operate carefully.
Do not swing the work equipment from the uphill side to the
downhill side when the bucket is loaded. This operation is
dangerous, and may cause the machine to tip over.
If the machine has to be used on a slope, pile the soil to make
a platform (A) that will keep the machine as horizontal as
possible.
Do not work on a slope covered with the steel plates. Even with
slight slopes there is a hazard that the machine may slip.

PROHIBITED OPERATIONS

If the machine rolls over or falls, or the ground at the working point collapses, or a structure being demolished
collapses, it may lead to serious personal injury or death. Always observe the following.
Never dig the work face under an overhang. There is a hazard
that rocks may fall or that the overhang may collapse and fall on
top of the machine.
Do not excavate too deeply under the front of the machine. The
ground under the machine may collapse and cause the machine
to fall.
To make it easier to escape if there is any problem, set the
tracks at right angles to the road shoulder or cliff with the
sprocket at the rear when carrying out operations.
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