Rops Precautions; Preventing Injury From Work Equipment; Precautions For Optional Attachments; Precautions When Starting The Machine - Komatsu 730E Operation & Maintenance Manual

OM2036 08/11

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,
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.
installed on equipment

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.

Precautions When Starting The Machine

• Start the engine from the
operator's seat only.
• DO NOT attempt to start the
engine by shorting across the
starter terminals. This may
cause fire or serious injury or
death to anyone
machine's path.
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