Basic Precautions - Komatsu WA500-6H Operation & Maintenance Manual

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6.3.1

Basic precautions

WARNING
Never disassemble, repair, modify, or move the communica-
tions terminal, antenna, or cables. This may cause failure or
fire on the KOMTRAX equipment or the machine itself. (Your
KOMATSU distributor will carry out removal and installation
of KOMTRAX.)
Do not allow cables or cords to become caught; do not dam-
age or pull cables or cords by force. Short circuits or discon-
nected wires may cause failure or fire on the KOMTRAX
equipment or the machine itself.
For anyone wearing a pacemaker, make sure that the com-
munications antenna is at least 22 cm (8.7 in) from the pace-
maker. The radio waves may have an adverse effect on the
operation of the pacemaker.
NOTE
Even when the key in the starting switch of the KOMTRAX
system is at the OFF position, a small amount of electric
power is consumed. When putting the machine into long-
term storage, take the action given in "Long-term storage
(3-170)".
Please contact your KOMATSU distributor before installing a
top guard or other attachment that covers the cab roof.
Be careful not to get water on the communications terminal
or wiring.
REMARK
The KOMTRAX system uses wireless communications, so it
cannot be used inside tunnels, underground, inside buildings, or
in mountain areas where radio waves cannot be received. Even
when the machine is outside, it cannot be used in areas where
the radio signal is weak or in areas outside the wireless commu-
nication service area.
There is absolutely no need to inspect or operate the KOMTRAX
communications terminal, but if any abnormality is found, please
consult your KOMATSU distributor.
WA500-6H – VEAM430100
6.3 Handling machines equipped with KOMTRAX
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