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SAFETY
TRANSPORTATION
When the machine is transported on a trailer, there is danger of serious personal injury or death during
transportation. Always observe the following.
Always check the machine dimensions carefully. Depending on the work equipment installed, the machine
weight, transportation height, and overall length may differ.
Check beforehand that all bridges and other structures on the transportation route are strong enough to withstand
the combined weight of the transporter and the machine being transported.
The machine can be divided into parts for transportation, so when transporting the machine, consult your
Komatsu distributor to have the work performed.
LOADING AND UNLOADING
When loading or unloading the machine, mistaken operation may
bring the hazard of the machine tipping over or falling, so particular
care is necessary. Always observe the following.
Perform loading and unloading on firm, level ground only.
Maintain a safe distance from the edge of the road or cliff.
Always use ramps of adequate strength. Be sure that the ramps
are wide, long, and thick enough to provide a safe loading slope.
Take suitable steps to prevent the ramps from moving out of
position or coming off.
Be sure the ramp surface is clean and free of grease, oil, ice and
water. Remove dirt from the undercarriage. On a rainy day, in
particular, be extremely careful since the ramp surface is
slippery.
Run the engine at Low idle (MIN) and drive the machine slowly
at low speed.
Do not operate any lever except for the travel lever (travel
forward and reverse) on the ramps.
Never correct your steering on the ramps. If necessary, drive off the ramps, correct the direction, then enter the
ramps again.
The center of gravity of the machine will change suddenly at the joint between the ramps and the track or trailer,
and there is danger of the machine losing its balance. Travel slowly over this point.
When loading or unloading the machine to an embankment or platform, make sure that it has suitable width,
strength, and grade.
For machines equipped with a cab, always lock the door after boarding the machine. If this is not done, the door
may suddenly open during transportation.
Refer to "TRANSPORTATION (PAGE 3-164)".
When it is necessary to remove handrails and steps, take care not to lose removed handrails and steps.
Install the removed handrails and steps securely.
PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
(1)
Blocks
(2)
Ramp
(3)
Centerline of ramps
(4)
Angle of ramps: Max. 15 deg.
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