Komatsu PW160-7K Series Operation And Maintenance Manual page 24

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions.
FIRE PREVENTION FOR FUEL AND OIL
Fuel, oil, and antifreeze can be ignited by a flame. Fuel is particu-
larly FLAMMABLE and can be HAZARDOUS.
Keep flames away from flammable fluids.
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Stop the engine and do not smoke when refuelling.
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Tighten all fuel and oil caps securely.
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Refuelling and oiling should be carried out in well ventilated
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areas.
Keep oil and fuel in a secure place and do not allow unautho-
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rised persons to enter.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN HANDLING AT HIGH TEMPERA-
TURES
Immediately after operations are stopped, the engine coolant,
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engine oil, and hydraulic oil are at high temperatures, and are
still under pressure. Attempting to remove the cap, drain the
oil or water, or replace the filters may lead to serious burns.
Always wait for the temperature to go down, and follow the
specified procedures when carrying out these operations.
To prevent hot water from spurting out:
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1. Turn engine off.
2. Allow water to cool.
3. Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure before removing.
To prevent hot oil from spurting out:
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1. Turn engine off.
2. Allow oil to cool.
3. Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure before removing.
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SAFETY