Komatsu PW98MR-10 Operation & Maintenance Manual page 61

SAFETY
• Rotating parts such as the fan, fan belt are dangerous that
they may easily catch a body part or an object someone
wears. Be careful not to come close to the rotating part.
• Never drop or insert tools or other objects into the fan, fan
belt, or other rotating parts. They may contact the rotating
parts and break, and be scattered. It is dangerous.
• Release the remaining pressure in the hydraulic system,
and place lock lever to LOCK position (L). For the proce-
dure for releasing the remaining pressure, see "METHOD
FOR CHECKING AND RELEASING NITROGEN GAS
CHARGE PRESSURE IN ACCUMULATORS (FOR CON-
TROL CIRCUIT) (4-71)".
• Do not touch the control levers or pedals. When it is nec-
essary to operate the control levers or pedals, always give
a signal to your fellow workers to evacuate them to a safe
place.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN INSTALLING, REMOVING, OR STORING ATTACHMENTS
• Appoint a leader before starting removal or installation operations for attachments.
• Place attachments that have been removed from the ma-
chine in a stable condition so that they do not fall. And take
steps to prevent unauthorized persons from entering the
storage area.
PRECAUTIONS FOR WORKING AT HIGH PLACES
When working at high places, use a step ladder or other stand to ensure that the work can be performed safely.
There is a danger falling from high place that can lead to serious personal injury or death.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING ON MACHINE
• When performing maintenance work on the machine,
maintain the foothold clean and orderly to prevent falling.
Always observe the following.
• Avoid spilling of oil and grease.
• Do not litter the tools.
• Watch your step when walking around on the ma-
chine.
• Never jump down from the machine. When getting on and
off the machine, always face the machine and maintain at
least three-point contact (both feet and one hand, or both
hands and one foot) with the handrails and steps to ensure that you support yourself.
• You must walk along the access aisle for checking being paved with non-slip pads. Never climb on the en-
gine hood and cover to prevent personal injuries from falling or failing over due to losing your footing.
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