Important Safety Notice; General Precautions - Komatsu PC390LC-10 Shop Manual

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SAFETY
Safety Notice

Important Safety Notice

Proper service and repair is extremely important for the safe operation of your machine. The service and repair techniques
recommended and described in this manual are both effective and safe methods of operation. Some of these operations
require the use of tools specially designed for the purpose.
To prevent injury to workers, the symbol
this symbol should always be followed carefully. If any dangerous situation arises or may possibly arise, first consider safety,
and take the necessary actions to deal with the situation.

General Precautions

Mistakes in operation are extremely dangerous. Read the OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL carefully BEFORE
operating the machine.
1. Before performing any greasing or repairs, read all the precautions given on the decals which are fixed to the machine.
2. When performing any operation, always wear safety shoes and helmet. Do not wear loose work clothes, or clothes with
buttons missing.
• Always wear safety glasses when hitting parts with a hammer.
• Always wear safety glasses when grinding parts with a grinder, etc.
3. If welding repairs are needed, always have a trained, experienced welder perform the work. When performing welding
work, always wear welding gloves, apron, glasses, cap and other clothes suited for welding work.
WARNING! Never modify, weld, cut, or drill on any part of a ROPS structure. Doing so may weaken
4. When performing any operation with two or more
workers, always agree on the operating procedure before starting. Always inform your fellow workers before starting any
step of the operation. Before starting work, hang UNDER REPAIR signs on the controls in the operator's compartment.
5. Only qualified workers must perform the work and operation which require license or qualification.
6. Keep all tools in good condition and learn the correct way to use them. Before starting work, thoroughly check the tools,
machine, forklift truck, service car, etc.
7. Decide a place in the repair workshop to keep tools and removed parts. Always keep the tools and parts in their correct
places. Always keep the work area clean and make sure that there is no dirt or oil on the floor. Smoke only in the areas
provided for smoking. Never smoke while working.
8. Before starting work, warm up your body thoroughly to start work under good conditions. Avoid continuous work for
long hours and take rests at proper intervals to keep your body in good condition. Take rests in
specified safe places.
PC360/390LC-10
is used to mark safety precautions in this manual. The cautions accompanying
the structure which could lead to possible failure in a rollover situation.
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