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SAFETY, NOISE AND VIBRATION PLATES

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2.1 SAFETY, NOISE AND VIBRATION PLATES

2.1.1 POSITION OF THE SAFETY PLATES

q The safety plates must always be legible and in good conditions; for this reason, if they are dirty with dust, oil or

grease, it is necessary to clean them with a solution made of water and detergent.

Do not use fuel, petrol or solvents.

q If the plates are damaged, ask for new ones to Komatsu or to your Komatsu Dealer.

q In case of replacement of a component provided with a safety plate, make sure that such a plate is applied also

to the new part.

q The machine can be provided with other plates in addition to those indicated below; keep also to the instructions

given in the additional plates, in any case.

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Foreword 1.1 Foreword3
Information on Safety4
Introduction6
- Intended Use of the Machine6
- Improper or Unauthorized Uses6
- Main Characteristics6
- Running-In7
- Positions and Directions of the Machine7
Product Identification8
- Machine Serial Number8
- Machine Identification Plate and Product Identification Number (Pin)8
- Engine Serial Number and Exhaust Gas Emission Plate9
- Travel Reduction Gear Serial Number9
- Swing Reduction Gear Serial Number10
- Cab Serial Number10
- Serial Numbers and Dealer's Address11
Komtrax System12
- General Precautions12
- Table of Contents13
Safety and Accident Prevention19
Safety, Noise and Vibration Plates20
- Position of the Safety Plates20
- Pictograms and Relevant Meanings21
- Position of the Noise Plates on Machines with Canopy26
- Position of the Noise Plates on Machines with Cab27
- Vibrations to Which the Operator Is Subjected27
General Precautions28
- General Safety Rules28
- Safety Devices and Guards28
- Clothing and Personal Protection Items28
- Unauthorized Modifications29
- Leaving the Operator Seat29
- Getting on and off the Machine31
- Preventing Fires Due to Fuel and Oil32
- Preventing Burns32
- Preventing Damage Due to Asbestos Powder33
- Preventing Damage Caused by the Work Equipment33
- Fire Extinguishers and First Aid Kit33
- Precautions Concerning the Rops Structure34
- Precautions Concerning the Cab Structure34
- Precautions Concerning the Equipment34
Precautions to be Taken before Starting the Engine35
- Safety at the Work Site35
- Fire Prevention35
- Precautions Concerning the Operator Seat35
- Room Ventilation36
- Precautions to be Taken for the Lights36
- Cleaning the Windows and Checking the Windshield Wiper Blades36
Precautions to be Taken When Working37
- Starting the Engine37
- Check the Direction before Starting the Machine37
- Hand Signals38
- Checks for Travelling in Reverse43
- Moving the Machine43
- Moving on Slopes44
- Working on Slopes45
- Unauthorized Operations45
- Preventing Electrocution47
- Visibility47
- Working on Icy or Snow-Covered Surfaces47
- Preventing Damage Caused by the Work Equipment48
- Working on Loose Ground48
- Parking the Machine48
Transporting the Machine on Motor Vehicles49
- Loading and Unloading the Machine49
- Transporting the Machine49
Battery50
- Preventing Risks that May be Due to the Battery50
- Starting with Booster Cables50
Precautions for the Removal of the Machine51
Precautions for Maintenance52
- Warning Plates52
- Tools52
- Maintenance Staff52
- Equipment53
- Working under the Machine53
- Cleaning the Machine53
- Use of the Engine During Maintenance54
- Periodical Change of the Parts that Are Critical for Safety54
- Stop the Engine before Carrying out any Maintenance Operation or Inspection54
- Rules to be Followed When Refuelling or Adding Oil55
- Checking the Coolant Level in the Radiator55
- Using Lamps55
- Precautions to be Taken When Handling the Battery and the Alternator56
- Precautions Concerning the Starter56
- Handling High-Pressure Hoses56
- Precautions to be Taken When Handling High-Pressure Oil57
- Precautions for Maintenance Operations at High Temperatures and High Pressure57
- Precautions to be Taken When Using High-Pressure Grease to Adjust the Track Tension58
- Do Not Remove the Shock Absorbing Spring from the Shock Absorber Unit58
- Hydraulic Accumulator58
- Cooling Fan and Belt59
- Waste Materials59
- Compressed Air59
- Periodical Change of the Parts that Are Critical for Safety59
- Precautions to be Taken When Handling Technopolymers and Elastomers60
- Precautions to be Taken When Using Synthetic Biodegradable Oil Type Hees60
The Machine and Its Operations61
Machine Illustrations62
- Overall View of the Machine62
- Controls and Gauges63
Instruments and Controls64
- Warning Lights and Gauges64
- Switches and Push Buttons69
- Control Levers and Pedals74
- CAB (if Provided)82
- Coverswith Lock87
- Engine Hood88
- Radiator Cover89
- Battery Cover90
- TILTING the CAB FLOOR (Machines with Canopy)91
- TILTING the CAB FLOOR (Machines with Cab)94
- Fuses98
- Main Fuse99
- Technical Documentation Compartment99
- Tool Box99
Use of the Machine and Related Controls100
- Before Starting the Engine100
- Starting the Engine112
  - Starting with Warm Engine or in Warm Climates112
  - Starting with Cold Engine or in Cold Climates114
- After Starting the Engine116
  - Running in a New Machine116
  - Warming-Up Operations117
- Stopping the Engine119
- How to Move the Machine120
- Steering the Machine124
  - Steering (Changing Direction)124
- Swinging the Turret126
- Work Equipment Controls and Functions127
- Unauthorized Operations130
- Precautions for Use132
- Precautions to be Taken When Travelling on Slopes134
- Getting the Machine out of Mud136
- Operations that Can be Performed with the Hydraulic Excavator137
- Changing the Bucket139
- Parking the Machine140
- Checking the Machine Every Day after Work142
  - Before Stopping the Engine142
  - After Stopping the Engine142
- Locking the Machine142
- RUBBER TRACKS (Machines Equipped with Rubber Tracks Only)143
Transporting the Machine148
- Transport Procedure148
- Loading and Unloading the Machine148
- Lifting the Machine154
Using the Machine in the Cold Season157
- Precautions to be Taken When Using the Machine in the Cold Season157
- Ventilation and Heating159
- Precautions to be Taken Every Day at the End of Work160
- How to Proceed at the End of the Cold Season160
Long Periods of Inactivity161
- Before a Period of Inactivity161
- During a Period of Inactivity161
- After a Period of Inactivity161
- Recommendations for Machines Equipped with Komtrax System During Long Periods of Inactivity162
Troubleshooting163
- If Fuel Runs out Completely163
- Occurrences that Are Not Failures163
- Removing the Machine163
- Precautions to be Taken When Working in Particular Conditions164
- If the Battery Is down164
- Other Troubles168
Maintenance171
Guide to Maintenance172
Maintenance Notes174
- Oil, Fuel and Coolant174
- Notes on the Maintenance of the Electrical System178
- Notes on the Maintenance of the Hydraulic System178
- Maintenance Notes Regarding Lubrication178
Parts Subject to Wear179
- List of the Parts Subject to Wear179
Fuel, Coolant and Lubricants180
- Coolant181
- Approved Synthetic Biodegradable Lubricants Type Hees182
Tightening Torques183
- Standard Tightening Torques for Screws and Nuts183
- Standard Tightening Torques for Hoses with Orfs184
Lubrication185
- Lubrication Diagram185
Periodical Change of Safety-Related Components186
- Safety-Related Parts187
Maintenance Plan188
- Maintenance Intervals in Case of Use of the Hydraulic Breaker189
  - Changing the Hydraulic Oil Filter189
Bchanging the HYDRAULIC OIL187189
Maintenance Procedures190
- When Required190
- Checks to be Carried out before Starting the Engine206
- Maintenance after the First 50 Hours of Operation206
  - (Only for Machines in Which Synthetic Biodegradable Oil Type HEES Is Used)206
- Maintenance after the First 500 Hours of Operation206
- Maintenance Every 500 Hours of Operation207
- Maintenance Every 1000 Hours of Operation214
- Maintenance Every 2000 Hours of Operation217
Technical Specifications221
Technical Data222
Lifting Capacities224
Authorized Optional Equipment229
Authorised Tools230
- Precautions Regarding Safety230
- Precautions Regarding the Installation of Equipment231
- Authorised Tools Characteristics232
Machine Configuration for the Installation of Attachments233
- Position of the Devices233
- Hydraulic Circuit235
Operating the Equipment237
- Long Periods of Inactivity238
Precautions with the Authorised Tools239
- Hydraulic Breaker239

Brand	Komatsu
Model	PC14R-3
Category	Excavators
Language	English

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