Precautions For Operation; Start Engine; Checks And Adjustment Before Starting Engine; Precautions Related To Control Box - Komatsu PC360LCi-11 Operation & Maintenance Manual

PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION

PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION

START ENGINE

CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENT BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

Perform the following checks before starting the engine at the beginning of the day's work to ensure that there is
no problem with the operation of the machine. If these checks are not performed properly, problems may occur
with the operation of the machine, and there is a danger that may lead to serious personal injury or death.
• Remove all dirt from the surface of the window glass to ensure a good view.
• Be sure to perform thorough walk-around check.
• Remove all dirt from the surface of the lens of the headlamps and working lamps, and check that they light
up correctly.
• Check the coolant level, fuel level, DEF level, and oil level in engine oil pan, check for clogging of the air
cleaner, and check for damage to the electric wiring.
• Check that there is no mud or dust accumulated around the movable parts of any pedals, and check that
the pedals work properly.
• Adjust the operator's seat to a position where it is easy to perform operations, and check that there is no
damage or wear to the seat belt or mounting clamps.
• Check that the gauges work properly, check the angle of the mirror, and check that the control levers are all
at NEUTRAL position.
• Check that the control box is securely fixed at the position where the operator can see it easily when sitting
on the operator's seat. Check that a clearance of 40 mm or more {1.6 in} are secured when the R.H. work
equipment control lever is tilted to the front.
• Before starting the engine, check that lock lever (1) is in
LOCK position (L).
• Adjust the mirrors so that the rear of the machine can be
seen easily from the operator's seat.
For the method for adjustment, see the Operation and
Maintenance Manual for standard machine.
• Adjust the angle of camera so that the area around the
machine can be seen clearly from the operator's seat.
For the method for adjustment, see the Operation and
Maintenance Manual for standard machine.
• Adjust the armrest to a position for easier operation, and
then fix it securely. Operation in an improper position can cause a serious personal injury or death.
• Check that there are no people or obstacles above, below, or in the area around the machine.

PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO CONTROL BOX

• Set the lock lever to LOCK position and stop the engine al-
ways when removing, installing, adjusting, and stowing the
control box.
• Keep a clearance of 40 mm {1.6 in} or more always when
the position (A) of the control box is adjusted while the
R.H. work equipment control lever is tilted to the front.
• Loosen the handle of the mount always before adjusting
the control box. Determine the position of the control box.
Tighten the handle of the mount fully, and check that the
control box is held securely. If the tightening of the handle
is insufficient, the control box may fall to cause serious
personal injury or death.
• If the position of the control box is adjusted without loosening of the handle of the mount, it may damage
the mount or control box.
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