Precaution During Operation; Before Starting Engine - Komatsu PW160-7H Operation & Maintenance Manual

SAFETY
WARNING: Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a serious accident.

PRECAUTION DURING OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

SAFETY AT WORKSITE
Before starting the engine, thoroughly check the area for any
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unusual conditions that could be dangerous.
Before starting the engine, examine the terrain and soil condi-
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tions of the work site. Determine the best and safest method
of operation.
Make the slope as horizontal as possible before continuing
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operations.
If you need to operate on a street, protect pedestrians and
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cars by designating a person for work site traffic duty or by
installing fences around the work site.
If water lines, gas lines, and high-voltage electrical lines may
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be buried under the work site, contact each utility and identify
their locations. Be careful not to sever or cut any of these
lines.
Check the depth and flow of water before operating in water
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or crossing a river. NEVER be in water which is in excess of
the permissible water depth.
Permissible water depth, see "PRECAUTIONS FOR
OPERATION (180)"
FIRE PREVENTION
Thoroughly remove wood chips, leaves, paper and other
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flammable things accumulated in the engine compartment.
They could cause a fire.
Check fuel, lubrication, and hydraulic systems for leaks. Have
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any leaks repaired. Wipe up any excess oil, fuel or other flam-
mable fluids.
Check point, see "WALK-AROUND CHECK (145)"
Be sure a fire extinguisher is present and working.
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IN OPERATOR'S CAB
Do not leave tools or spare parts lying around in the opera-
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tor's compartment. They may damage or break the control
levers or switches. Always put them in the tool box on the
undercarriage.
Keep the cab floor, controls, steps and handrails free of oil,
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grease, snow, and excess dirt.
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