Battery - Komatsu PW130ES-6K Operation & Maintenance Manual

SAFETY
WARNING: Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a serious accident.
Be sure that the ramps are securely positioned and fastened,
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and that the two sides are at the same level as one another.
Be sure the ramp surface is clean and free of grease, oil, ice
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and loose materials. Remove dirt from the machine wheels.
NEVER correct your steering on the ramps. If necessary,
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drive away from the ramps and climb again.
Swing the upper structure with extreme care on the trailer to
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avoid a possible accident caused by body instability.
After loading, block the machine wheels and secure the
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machine with tie-downs.
Loading and unloading, see "TRANSPORTATION" on
page 144.
SHIPPING
When shipping the machine on a hauling vehicle, obey all
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state and local laws governing the weight, width, and length
of a load. Also obey all applicable traffic regulations.
Determine the shipping route while taking into account the
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width, height and weight of the load.

BATTERY

BATTERY HAZARD PREVENTION
Battery electrolyte contains sulphuric acid and can quickly
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burn the skin and eat holes in clothing. If you spill acid on
yourself, immediately flush the area with water.
Battery acid could cause blindness if splashed into the eyes.
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If acid gets into the eyes, flush them immediately with large
quantities of water and see a doctor at once.
If you accidentally drink acid, drink a large quantity of water or
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milk, beaten egg or vegetable oil. Call a doctor or poison pre-
vention centre immediately.
When working with batteries. ALWAYS wear safety glasses or
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goggles.
Batteries generate hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is very
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EXPLOSIVE, and is easily ignited with a small spark or flame.
Before working with batteries, stop the engine and turn the
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starting switch to the OFF position.
Avoid short-circuiting the battery terminals through accidental
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contact with metallic objects, such as tools, across the termi-
nals.
PRECAUTION DURING OPERATION
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