Precautions During Operation; Starting The Engine; Checks Before Starting The Engine - Komatsu WA70-7 Operation And Maintenance Manual

Safety
2.3

Precautions during operation

2.3.1

Starting the engine

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

Checks before starting the 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
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ensure a good view.
Before getting on the machine, check again that there is no

one in the surrounding area and that there are no obstacles
blocking the machine.
When starting the engine, sound the horn as a warning.
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Always sit in the operator's seat when starting or operating

the machine.
The operator must be the only person in the cab or on the

machine.
If the machine is equipped with a back-up warning signal,

ensure that the signal is fully functional.
Check if the articulated steering is unlocked before operating

the machine (right side: 1).
Only operate the machine with the seat belt fastened.
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