Komatsu PC350LC-8 Operation & Maintenance Manual page 41

SAFETY
ATTACHMENT INSTALLATION
q When installing optional parts or attachments, there may be problems with safety or legal restrictions. There-
fore contact your Komatsu distributor for advice.
q Any injuries, accidents, or product failures resulting from the use of unauthorized attachments or parts will not
be the responsibility of Komatsu.
q When installing and using optional attachments, read the instruction manual for the attachment, and the gen-
eral information related to attachments in this manual.
ATTACHMENT COMBINATIONS
Depending on the type or combination of work equipment, there is a hazard that the work equipment may hit the
cab or other parts of the machine. Before using unfamiliar work equipment, check if there is any hazard of interfer-
ence, and operate with caution.
CAB WINDOW GLASSES
q If a pane of the cab window on the work equipment side is broken, the work equipment may directly hit the
operator. In that case, stop the machine immediately and replace the broken pane with new one.
q The ceiling window is made of organic glass (polycarbonate), and as such it is apt to break easily when receiv-
ing damage on the surface, thereby deteriorating its protective characteristic. If there is a crack or damage
caused by a fallen rock, or when any sign of them is noticed, replace it with a new window.
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS
If this machine is modified without permission from Komatsu, there is danger that problems may occur with safety
and that this may lead to serious personal injury. Modifications may have an adverse effect on items such as
machine strength and visibility. Before making any modifications, please consult your Komatsu distributor.
Komatsu cannot take any responsibility for accidents, failures, or damage caused by modifications not authorized
by Komatsu.
SAFETY AT JOBSITE
Before starting operations, thoroughly check the area for any unusual conditions that could be dangerous.
q When carrying out operations near combustible materials such as thatched roofs, dry leaves or dry grass,
there is a hazard of fire, so be careful when operating.
q Check the terrain and condition of the ground at the worksite, and determine the safest method of operation.
Do not operate where there is a hazard of landslides or falling rocks.
q If water lines, gas lines, or high-voltage electrical lines may
be buried under the worksite, contact each utility and iden-
tify their locations. Be careful not to sever or damage any
of these lines.
q Take action to prevent unauthorized people from approach-
ing the jobsite.
When working on public roads, position flagmen and erect
barriers to ensure the safety of passing traffic and pedestri-
ans.
q When traveling or operating in shallow water or on soft
ground, check the shape and condition of the bedrock, and
the depth and speed of flow of the water before starting
operations.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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