Asbestos Dust Hazard Prevention; Fire Prevention For Fuel And Oil; Rops Precautions; Preventing Injury From Work Equipment - Komatsu 730E Shop Manual

Asbestos Dust Hazard Prevention

Asbestos dust is hazardous to
your health when inhaled. If you
handle materials containing
asbestos fibers, follow
guidelines below:
• DO NOT use compressed
air for cleaning.
• Use water for cleaning and to control dust.
• Operate the machine or perform tasks with the
wind to your back, whenever possible.
• Use an approved respirator, when necessary.

Fire Prevention For Fuel And Oil

• Fuel, oil, and antifreeze can be ignited by a
flame. These fluids are extremely flammable and
hazardous.
• Keep flames away from flammable fluids.
• Stop the engine while refueling.
• DO NOT smoke while refueling.
• Tighten all fuel and oil tank caps securely.
• Refuel and maintain oil in well-ventilated areas.
• Keep oil and fuel in a designated location. DO
NOT allow unauthorized persons to enter.
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ROPS Precautions

• The Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS) must
be properly installed before using the truck.
• The ROPS is intended to protect the operator if
the machine rolls over. It is designed not only to
support the load of the machine, but also to
absorb the energy of the impact.
• ROPS structures, installed
manufactured and designed by Komatsu America
Corp., fulfills all of the regulations and standards
for all countries. If it is modified or repaired
without authorization from Komatsu, or is
damaged when the machine rolls over, the
strength of the structure will be compromised and
will not be able to fulfill its intended purpose.
Optimum strength of the structure can only be
achieved if it is repaired or modified, as specified
by Komatsu.
• When modifying or repairing the ROPS, consult
your nearest Komatsu distributor.
• Even with the ROPS installed, the operator must
use the seat belt when operating the machine.

Preventing Injury From Work Equipment

• DO NOT position any part of your body between
movable parts, such as the dump body, chassis,
or cylinders. If the work equipment is operated,
clearances will change and may cause serious
bodily injury or death.

Precautions For Optional Attachments

• When installing and using optional equipment,
read the instruction manual for the attachment
and the information related to attachments in this
manual.
• DO NOT use attachments that are not authorized
by Komatsu America Corp., or the authorized
regional Komatsu distributor. Use of unauthorized
attachments could create a safety problem and
adversely affect the proper operation and useful
life of the machine.
• Any injuries, accidents, and product failures
resulting from the
attachments, will not be the responsibility of
Komatsu America Corp., or the authorized
regional Komatsu distributor.
on equipment
use of unauthorized
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