Komatsu 530M Operation & Maintenance Manual page 22

OM2006.1 06/98
General Safety
PRECAUTIONS WHEN HANDLING AT HIGH TEMPERATURES
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Immediately after operations, the engine cooling water, engine oil, differential and final drive case oil, and
hydraulic oil are at high temperature and are under pressure. If the cap is removed or the oil or water is drained
or the filters are replaced, there is danger of serious burns. Always wait for the temperature to go down, and carry
out the operation according to the specified procedure.
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To prevent hot water from spurting out:
1) Stop the engine.
2) Wait for the water temperature to go down.
3) Turn the cap slowly to release the pressure before removing the cap.
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To prevent hot oil from spurting out:
1) Stop the engine.
2) Wait for the oil temperature to go down.
3) Turn the cap slowly to release the pressure before removing the cap.
ASBESTOS DUST HAZARD PREVENTION
Asbestos dust can be HAZARDOUS to your health if it is inhaled.
If you handle materials containing asbestos fibers, follow these guidelines as given
below:
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NEVER use compressed air for cleaning.
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Use water for cleaning to keep down the dust.
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Operate the machine with the wind to your back, whenever possible.
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Use an approved respirator if necessary.
PREVENTION OF INJURY BY WORK EQUIPMENT
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Never enter or put your hand or arm or any other part of your body between movable parts such as the dump
body and chassis or cylinders. If the work equipment is operated, the clearance will change and this may lead
to serious bodily injury or death.
FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND FIRST AID KIT
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Be sure fire extinguishers have been provided and know how to use them.
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Provide a first aid kit at the storage point.
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Know what to do in the event of a fire.
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Be sure you know the phone numbers of persons you should contact in case of
an emergency.
Safety - Section 2
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