Precautions With High Temperature Fluids; Asbestos Dust Hazard Prevention; Prevention Of Injury By Work Equipment; Unauthorized Modification - Komatsu 860E-1KT Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Precautions With High Temperature Fluids

Immediately after truck operation, engine coolant,
engine oil, and hydraulic oil are at high temperatures
and are pressurized. If the cap is removed, the fluids
are drained, the filters are replaced, etc., there is
danger of serious burns. Allow heat and pressure to
dissipate before performing such tasks and follow
proper procedures as outlined in the service manual.
To prevent hot coolant from spraying:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Wait for the coolant temperature to decrease.
3. Depress the pressure release button on the cap
to vent cooling system pressure.
4. Turn the radiator cap slowly to release the
pressure before removing.
To prevent hot engine oil spray:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Wait for the oil temperature to cool down.
3. Turn the cap slowly to release the pressure before
removing the cap.

Asbestos Dust Hazard Prevention

Asbestos dust is hazardous to your health when
inhaled. If you handle materials containing asbestos
fibers, follow the guidelines below:
• Never use compressed air for cleaning.
• Use water for cleaning to control dust.
• Operate the truck or perform tasks with the wind to
your back whenever possible.
• Use an approved respirator when necessary.

Prevention Of Injury By Work Equipment

Never enter or put your hand, arm or any other 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 lead to
serious bodily injury or death.

Unauthorized Modification

Any modification made
authorization from Komatsu America Corp. can
possibly create hazards.
Before making any modification, consult the authorized
regional Komatsu America Corp. distributor. Komatsu
will not be responsible for any injury or damage caused
by any unauthorized modification.

ROPS Precautions

The ROPS is intended to protect the operator if the
truck should roll over. It is designed not only to support
the load of the truck, but also to absorb the energy of
the impact.
• The Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS) must be
properly installed before the truck is operated.
• ROPS installed on equipment 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 if it is damaged when the truck 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, always
consult your nearest Komatsu distributor.
• Even with the ROPS installed, the operator must
always use the seat belt when operating the truck.
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