Komatsu Bulldozer D65 E P Ex Px 12 Operation Maintenance Manual

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Operation & Maintenance

Manual

D65EX,PX-12
BULLDOZER
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SERIAL NUMBERS
D65E,P :60001 andup
D65EX,PX :60001

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I. FOREWORD

This manual provides rules and guidelines which will help you use this machine safely and
effectively. Keep this manual handy and have all personnel read it periodically. If this manual
has been lost or has become dirty and can not be read, request a replacement manual from
Komatsu or your Komatsu distributor.
If you sell the machine, be sure to give this manual to the new owners.
Continuing improvements in the design of this machine can lead to changes in detail which
may not be reflected in this manual. Consult Komatsu or your Komatsu distributor for the
latest available information of your machine or for questions regarding information in this
manual.
This manual may contain attachments and optional equipment that are not available in your
area. Consult Komatsu or your Komatsu distributor for those items you may require.

A WARNING
Improper operation and maintenance of this machine can be hazardous and could re-
sult in serious injury or death.

Operators and maintenance personnel should read this manual thoroughly before be-
ginning operation or maintenance.

Some actions involved in operation and maintenance of the machine can cause a serious
accident, if they are not done in a manner described in this manual.

The procedures and precautions given in this manual apply only to intended uses of
the machine. If you use your machine for any unintended uses that are not specifically
prohibited, you must be sure that it is safe for you and others. In no event should you
or others engage in prohibited uses or actions as described in this manual.

Komatsu delivers machines that comply with all applicable regulations and standards
of the country to which it has been shipped. If this machine has been purchased in an-
other country or purchased from someone in another country, it may lack certain
safety devices and specifications that are necessary for use in your country. If there is
any question about whether your product complies with the applicable standards and
regulations of your country, consult Komatsu or your Komatsu distributor before oper-
ating the machine.

The description of safety is given in SAFETY INFORMATION on page O-2 and in

SAFETY from page I-1.

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2. SAFETY INFORMATION

Most accidents are caused by the failure to follow fundamental safety rules for the oper-
ation and maintenance of machines. To avoid accidents, read, understand and follow all pre-
cautions and warnings in this manual and on the machine before performing operation and
maintenance.
To identify safety messages in this manual and on machine labels, the following signal
words are used.

A DANGER - This word is used on safety messages and safety labels where there is a
high probability of serious injury or death if the hazard is not avoided.
These safety messages or labels usually describe precautions that must
be taken to avoid the hazard. Failure to avoid this hazard may also re-
sult in serious damage to the machine.

A WARNING - This word is used on safety messages and safety labels where there is a
potentially dangerous situation which could result in serious injury or
death if the hazard is not avoided. These safety messages or labels
usually describe precautions that must be taken to avoid the hazard.
Failure to avoid this hazard may also result in serious damage to the
machine.

A CAUTION - This word is used on safety messages and safety labels for hazards
which could result in minor or moderate injury if the hazard is not
avoided. This word might also be word for hazards where the only result
could be damage to the machine.

NOTICE - This word is used for precautions that must be taken to avoid actions
which could shorten the life of the machine.

Safety precautions are described in SAFETY from page l-l.

Komatsu cannot predict every circumstance that might involve a potential hazard in oper-
ation and maintenance. Therefore the safety messages in this manual and on the machine may
not include all possible safety precautions. If any procedures or actions not specifically recom-
mended or allowed in this manual are used, you must be sure that you and others can do
such procedures and actions safely and without damaging the machine. If you are unsure
about the safety of some procedures, contact Komatsu or a Komatsu distributor.

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3. INTRODUCTION

3.1 INTENDED USE

This Komatsu BULLDOZER is designed to be used mainly for the following work:
l Dozing
l Smoothing
l Cutting into hard or frozen ground or ditching.
l Felling trees, removing stumps
See the section “12.10 WORK POSSIBLE USING BULLDOZER” for further details.

3.2 FEATURES
HIGH PRODUCTIVITY
l Powerful S6D125(6D125 for D65E) engine and large-capacity blade provide high productivity.
l Low drive and long truck undercarriages are extraordinarily tough and offer excellent grad-
ing ability and stability.

HIGH MANEUVERABILITY
l Wrist control type single-lever for steering/directional change makes operations smooth and
easy.
l Wrist control type single-lever for blade control with PPC (Proportional Pressure Control)
and CLSS (Closed-center Load Sensing System) assures precise and responsive operation.
l Hydrostatic steering system (HSS) provides extra-smooth, speedy and powerful steering.
(D65EX-12 and D65PX-12)

OPERATOR COMFORT
l Rubber-mounted power-train and valves substantially reduce noise and vibration.
l Pressurized cab with wide view and oil damper suspension offers a comfortable operating
environment.

EASY MAINTENANCE AND HIGH DURABILITY

l Simple hull frame and monocoque track frames with pivot shafts assure greater reliability.
l Unique modular design facilitates the removal of power-train components.
l Larger-sized undercarriage components extend life.

3.3 BREAKING IN THE MACHINE

Your Komatsu machine has been thoroughly adjusted and tested before shipment.
However, operating the machine under severe conditions at the beginning can adversely affect
the performance and shorten the machine life.
Be sure to break in the machine for the initial 100 hours (as indicated by the service meter.)
During breaking in:
l Idle the engine for 5 minutes after starting it up.
l Avoid operation with heavy loads or at high speeds.
l Avoid sudden starts, sudden acceleration, sudden steering and sudden stops except in
cases of emergency.

The precautions given in this manual for operating, maintenance, and safety procedures are
only those that apply when this product is used for the specified purpose. If the machine is
used for a purpose that is not listed in this manual, Komatsu cannot bear any responsibility for
safety. All consideration of safety in such operations is the responsibility of the user.
Operations that are prohibited in this manual must never be carried out under any circum-
stances.

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4. LOCATION OF PLATES, TABLE TO ENTER SERIAL NO. AND
DISTRIBUTOR

4.1 MACHINE SERIAL NO. PLATE

POSITION
This is at the front bottom right of the operator’s seat.

4.2 ENGINE SERIAL NO. PLATE

POSITION
This is in the center of the engine cylinder block on the
left side of the machine.

4.3 TABLE TO ENTER SERIAL NO. AND DISTRIBUTOR

Machine serial No.:

Engine serial No.:

Distributor name:

Adress: Phone:

Service personnel for your machine:

REMARKS

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5. CONTENTS

1. Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .._.................................................. O-l

2. Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .._.......................................... o-2

3. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . o-3

4. Location of plates, table to enter serial No. and distributor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . o-4

SAFETY
6. General precautions .. .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

7. Precautions during operation ..... ................... ....................... ......... l-9

7.1. Before starting engine ...... ................... ........ ....................... ......... l-9
7.2. Operating machine .......... ................... ........ ....................... ........I-II
7.3. Transportation ............... ................... ........ ....................... ........ 1-14
7.4. Battery ....................... ................... ........ ....................... ........ 1-15
7.5. Towing ....................... ................... ........ ....................... ........ 1-16

8. Precautions for maintenance ................................................................... 1-17

8.1 Before carrying out maintenance ........................................................ 1-17
8.2 During maintenance ....................................................................... 1-19

9. Position for attaching safety labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24

OPERATION
10. General view ....................................................................................... 2-2
10.1. General view of machine .................................................................. 2-2
10.2. General view of controls and gauges ..................................................... 2-3

11. Explanation of components ...................................................................... 2-6

11. 1. Front panel (meters, lamps, switches) .................................................... 2-7
11. 2. Switches ................................................................................... 2-20
11. 3. Control levers and pedals ................................................................. 2-22
11. 4. Fuse box ................................................................................... 2-29
11. 5. Grease pump holder ...................................................................... 2730
11. 6. Shovel holder .............................................................................. 2-30
11. 7. Door-open lock (machines equipped with cab) ......................................... 2-30
11. 8. Sash glass intermediate lock (machines equipped with cab) .......................... 2-31
11. 9. Cap with lock .............................................................................. 2-31
11 .lO. Hot and cool box (machines equipped with cab) ....................................... 2-32
11 .I 1. Door pocket (machines equipped with cab) ............................................. 2-32
11.12. Ashtray (machines equipped with cab) .................................................. 2-32
11.13. Tool box .................................................................................... 2-32
11.14. Using car radio (machines equipped with cab) ......................................... 2-33
11 .I 5. Using car stereo (machines equipped with cab) ........................................ 2-37
11.16. Handling air conditioner (machines equipped with cab) ............................... 2-43
11.17. Handling heater (machines equipped with cab) ......................................... 2-47

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12. Operation ................................ : ......................................................... 2-48
12. 1. Check before starting engine ............................................................. 2-48
12. 2. Starting engine ............................................................................ 2-58
12. 3. Operations and checks after starting engine ............................................ 2-64
12. 4. Moving machine ........................................................................... 2-66
12. 5. Shifting gear ............................................................................... 2-67
12. 6. Shifting between forward and reverse .................................................. 2-68
12. 7. Steering machine .......................................................................... 2-69
12. 8. Stopping machine ......................................................................... 2-73
12. 9. Precautions for operation ................................................................. 2-74
12.10. Work possible using bulldozer ........................................................... 2-76
12.11. Adjusting posture of work equipment ................................................... 2-77
12.12. Parking machine ........................................................................... 2-80
12.13. Check after finishing work ................................................................ 2-81
12.14. Stopping engine ........................................................................... 2-82
12.15. Check after stopping engine .............................................................. 2-83
12.16. Locking ..................................................................................... 2-83
12.17. Tips for longer undercarriage life ........................................................ 2-84

13. Transportation .. ............................... ......... .. .. .. 2-87

13.1. Loading, unloading work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... ...... ..... 2-87
13.2. Precautions for loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... ..... ...... ..... 2-88
13.3. Precautions for transportation ......... ........ ...... ..... ...... ..... 2-88
13.4. Precautions when removing work equipment ...... ...... .. . 2-89
13.5. Removing cab (machines equipped with cab) ...... ...... .. ..... 2-89

14. Cold weather operation ................................. ....................................... 2-90

14.1. Precautions for low temperature ................ ............................ ........... 2-90
14.2. After completion of work ........................ ....................................... 2-92
14.3. After cold weather ............................... ....................................... 2-92

15. Long-term storage (more than one month) ......... ........................................ 2-93
15.1. Before storage ................................... ........................................ 2-93
15.2. During storage ................................... ........................................ 2-93
15.3. After storage ..................................... .............................. .......... 2-94

16. Troubleshooting ......................................... ........................................ 2-95

16.1. After running out of fuel ......................... ........................................ 2-95
16.2. If battery is discharged ........................... ........................................ 2-95
16.3. Other trouble ..................................... ........................................ 2-98

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 5. CONTENTS

MAINTENANCE
17. Guides to maintenance ................................................................................................................................3-2

18. Outlines of service ..........................................................................................................................................3-5

18.1. Outline of oil, fuel, coolant ..............................................................................................................3-5
18.2. Relating to electric system ..............................................................................................................3-8

19. Wear parts list ..................................................................................................................................................3-9

20. Use of fuel, coolant and lubricants according to ambient temperature ................................. 3-10

21. Standard tightening torques for bolts and nuts ...............................................................................3-l 4

21 .I. Introduction of necessary tools ....................................................................................................3-14
21 .2. Torque list ...........................................................................................................................................3-l 5

22. Periodic replacement of safety critical parts .....................................................................................3-l 6

23. Maintenance schedule chart ....................................................................................................................3-20

24. Service procedure .........................................................................................................................................3-23

24.1. When required ..................................................................................................................................3-23
24.2. Check before starting ......................................................................................................................3-42
24.3. Every 50 hours service ...................................................................................................................3-47
24.4. Every 250 hours service .................................................................................................................3-48
24.5. Every 500 hours service .................................................................................................................3-60
24.6. Every 1000 hours service ...............................................................................................................3-64
24.7. Every 2000 hours service ...............................................................................................................3-69
24.8. Every 4000 hours service ...............................................................................................................3-72

SPECIFICATIONS
25. Specifications .................................................................................................................................................. 4-2

OPTIONS, ATTACHMENTS
26. General precautions ......................................................................................................................................5-2
26.1. Precautions related to safety ..........................................................................................................5-2

27. Using seat belt .................................................................................................................................................5-3

27.1. Fasten the belt and remove it in the following manner ......................................................... 5-3
27.2. Adjust the belt length in the following manner ........................................................................ 5-3

28. Handling deluxe seat .....................................................................................................................................5-5

29. Handling accumulator ..................................................................................................................................5-7

29.1. Method of releasing pressure in operating circuit on machine equipped
with accumulator ................................................................................................................................5-7

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 SAFETY

A WARNING
Read and follow all safety precautions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or
death.

This safety section also contains precautions for optional equipment and attachments.

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 AWARNING:
For reasons of safety, always follow
6. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS these safety precautions.

SAFETY RULES

l ONLY trained and authorized personnel can operate and maintain the machine.

l Follow all safety rules, precautions and instructions when operating or performing main-
tenance on the machine.

l When working with another operator or a person on worksite traffic duty, be sure all
personnel understand all hand signals that are to be used.

SAFETY FEATURES

Be sure all guards and covers are in their proper position. Have guards and covers re-
paired if damaged.
Proper position -+ See “12.1 .I WALK-AROUND CHECK”.

Use safety features such as safety lock and seat belts properly.

NEVER remove any safety features. ALWAYS keep them in good operating condition.
Safety lever -+ See “12.12 PARKING MACHINE”.
Seat belts -, See “27. USING SEAT BELT”.

Improper use of safety features could result in serious bodily injury or death.

CLOTHING AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE ITEMS

l Avoid loose clothing, jewelry, and loose long hair. They can catch on controls or in
moving parts and cause serious injury or death. Also, do not wear oily clothes because
they are flammable.

l Wear a hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, mask or gloves when operating or main-
taining the machine. Always wear safety goggles, hard hat and heavy gloves if your job
involves scattering metal chips or minute materials - this is so particularly when driving
pins with a hammer, and when cleaning the air cleaner element with compressed air.
Check also that there is no one near the machine.
Cleaning of air cleaner element -, See “24.1 WHEN REQUIRED” in service procedure.

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AWARNING:
Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a
serious accident. 6. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION

l Any modification made without authorization from Komatsu can create hazards.

l Before making a modification, consult your Komatsu distributor. Komatsu will not be re-
sponsible for any injury or damage caused by any unauthorized modification.

STANDING UP FROM THE SEAT

To avoid hitting unlocked operation levers, before standing up from operator’s seat, do
the following:

Move steering and directional lever to neutral and move PARKING LEVER (located left of
seat) to LOCK position.

Lower equipment to ground and move SAFETY LEVER (located right of seat) to LOCK
position.
Sudden and unwanted machine movement can cause serious injury or death.

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6. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS A WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions.

NEVER jump on or off the machine. NEVER get on or off a moving machine.

When mounting and dismounting, face the machine and use the handholds steps. Main-
tain three-point contact to be sure that you do not fall from the machine.

Do not hold any control levers when getting on of off the machine.

Repair any damaged handhold or step, and tighten any loose bolts. Handholds and
steps must be free of oil, grease and excessive dirt.

When mounting or dismounting, or when moving along the top of the track, if you hold
the door handle and the door is not properly closed, the door may move and cause you
to fall. Always make sure that the door is properly closed.

When mounting or dismounting, use the points marked with arrow A in the diagram
below.
Use the points marked by arrow B for mounting and dismounting only when the work
equipment is not installed.
Do not use the points marked by arrow C when mounting or dismounting. Use these
points only when moving along the top of the track or when carrying out inspection and
maintenance inside the side cover.

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AWARNING:
Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a
serious accident. 6. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

RE PREVENTION FOR FUEL AND OIL

Fuel, oil, and antifreeze can be ignited by a flame. Fuel is particularly FLAMMABLE and
can be HAZARDOUS.
Keep a flame away from flammable fluids.
Stop the engine and do not smoke when refueling.
Tighten all fuel and oil caps securely.
Refueling and oiling should be made in well ventilated areas.
Keep oil and fuel in the determined place and do not allow unauthorized persons to
enter.

- BURN HAZARD PREVENTION

l If the coolant, engine oil, power train oil or hydraulic oil is hot, use a heavy cloth,
gloves, heavy clothing and safety glasses or goggles before checking or touching.

l To prevent hot water from spurting out:

1) Turn engine off.
2) Allow water to cool.
3) Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure before removing.

l To prevent hot oil from spurting out:

1) Turn engine off.
2) Allow oil to cool.
3) Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure before removing.

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6. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AWARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions.

l-i ASBESTOS DUST HAZARD PREVENTION 1

Asbestos dust can be HAZARDOUS to your health if it is inhaled.

If you handle materials containing asbestos fibers, follow these guidelines as given
below:
1) NEVER use compressed air for cleaning.
2) Use water for cleaning to minimize dust cloud.
3) Operate the machine with the wind to your back, whenever possible.
4) Use an approved respirator if necessary.

CRUSHING OR CUTTING PREVENTION

l Do not enter, or put your hand or arm or any other part of your body between movable
parts such as between the work equipment and cylinders, or between the machine and
the blade or ripper or any other attachment.
If the work equipment is operated, the clearance will change and this may lead to seri-
ous damage or personal injury.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND FIRST AID KIT

l Be sure fire extinguishers have been provided and know how to use them.

l Know where a first aid kit is located.

l Know what to do in the event of a fire.

l Be sure you know the phone numbers of persons you should contact in case of an
emergency.

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AWARNING:
Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a
serious accident. 6. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

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PRECAUTIONS FOR ROPS 1
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Do not operate machine with ROPS removed if equipped.

The ROPS is installed to protect the operator if the machine should overturn. It is de-
signed not only to take the load when the machine overturns, but also to absorb the
impact energy.

The Komatsu ROPS fulfills all worldwide regulations and standards, but if any unauth-
orized modification is carried out on it, or if it is damaged when the machine overturns,
its strength will be reduced and it will not be able to provide its original capacity. It will
be able to provide this capacity only if modifications and repairs are carried out in the
specified way.

When carrying out modification or repairs, always consult your Komatsu distributor first.

Even when the ROPS is installed, if you do not fasten your seat belt securely, it cannot
protect you properly. Always fasten your seat belt when operating the machine.
Seat belts -f See “27. USING SEAT BELT.”

-r-- PRECAUTIONS FOR ATTACHMENTS

l When installing and using an optional attachment, read the instruction manual for the at-
tachment and the information related to attachments in this manual.

l Do not use attachments that are not authorized by Komatsu or your Komatsu distributor.
Use of unauthorized attachments could create a safety problem and adversely affect the
proper operation and useful life of the machine.

l Any injuries, accidents, product failures resulting from the use of unauthorized attach-
ments will not be the responsibility of Komatsu.

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6. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AWARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions.

MACHINES WITH ACCUMULATOR

On machines equipped with an accumulator, for a short time after the engine is
stopped, if the work equipment control lever is moved to the LOWER position, the work
equipment will move down under its own weight.
After stopping the engine, always place the safety lock lever in the LOCK position.

When releasing the pressure inside the work equipment circuit on machines equipped
with an accumulator, follow the procedure given in the inspection and maintenance section.
Method of releasing pressure + See “29. HANDLING ACCUMULATOR”.

The accumulator is filled with high-pressure nitrogen gas, and it is extremely dangerous
if it is handled in the wrong way. Always observe the following precautions.
l Never make any hole in the accumulator or expose it to flame or fire.
l Do not weld any boss to the accumulator.
l When carrying out disassembly or maintenance of the accumulator, or when disposing
of the accumulator, it is necessary to release the gas from the accumulator. A special
air bleed valve is necessary for this operation, so please contact your Komatsu
distributor.
Gas in accumulator -+ See “29. HANDLING ACCUMULATOR”.

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7. PRECAUTIONS DURING AWARNING:
Failure to follow these safety precautions may
OPERATION lead to a serious accident.

7.1 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

4 SAFETY AT WORKSITE

Before starting the engine, thoroughly check the area

for any unusual conditions that could be dangerous.

Before starting the engine, examine the terrain and soil

conditions of the worksite. Determine the best and sa-
fest method of operation.

If you need to operate on a street, protect pedestrians

and cars by designating a person for worksite traffic
duty or by installing fences around the worksite.

If water lines, gas lines, and high-voltage electrical lines

may be buried under the worksite, contact each utility
and identify their locations. Be careful not to sever or
cut any of these lines.

Check the depth and flow of water before operating in

water or crossing a river. NEVER be in water which is
in excess of the permissible water depth.
Permissible water depth -, See “12.9.2 PERMISSIBLE WATER
DEPTH”.

FIRE PREVENTION

Thoroughly remove wood chips, leaves, paper and other flammable things accumulated
on the engine compartment. They could cause a fire.

Check fuel, lubrication, and hydraulic systems for leaks. Have any leaks repaired. Wipe
up any excess oil, fuel or other flammable fluids.
Check points + See “12.1 .I WALK-AROUND CHECK”.

Be sure a fire extinguisher is present and working.

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7. PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION A WARNING:For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions.

IN OPERATOR’S CAB

Do not leave tools or spare parts lying around in the operator’s compartment. They may
damage or break the control levers or switches. Always put them in the tool box on the
left side of the machine.

Keep the cab floor, controls, steps and handholds free of oil, grease, snow, and excess
dirt.

Check the seat belt, buckle and hardware for damage or wear. Replace any worn or
damaged parts. Always use seat belts when operating your machine.
Seat belts + See “27.USING SEAT BELT”.

l If it is necessary to start the engine within an enclosed area, provide adequate ventila-

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PRECAUTIONS FOR MIRRORS, WINDOWS AND LIGHTS

l Remove all dirt from the surface of the windows and lights to ensure that you can see
well.

l Adjust the rear view mirror so that you can see clearly from the operator’s seat, and always
keep the surface of the mirror clean. If any glass is broken, replace it with a new part.

l Check that the head lamps and rear lamps are installed to match the operating con-
ditions. Check also that they light up properly.

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AWARNING:
Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a
serious accident. 7. PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION

7.2 OPERATING MACHINE

WHEN STARTING ENGINE

Walk around your machine again just before mounting it, checking for people and ob-
jects that might be in the way.

NEVER start the engine if a warning tag has been attached to the control.

When starting the engine, sound the horn as an alert.

Start and operate the machine only while seated.

Do not allow anyone other than the operator to ride in the cab or on the machine body.

For machines equipped with a reverse warning buzzer, check that the warning
device operates correctly.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN MOVING FORWARD OR BACKWARD

Before moving machine or its attachments:

Honk horn to alert people nearby.

Be sure no one is around machine, particularly behind machine.

Use spotter if necessary, particularly if you are moving in reverse.

When operating in areas that may be hazardous or have poor visibility, designate a per-
son to direct worksite traffic.

Prevent people from entering the line of travel of the machine.

Follow above even if equipped with back-up alarm and mirrors.

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7. PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION AWARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions.

TRAVELING ON SLOPES

Traveling on hills, banks or slopes that are steep could result in the machine tipping
over or slipping.

On hills, banks or slopes, carry the work equipment closer to the ground, approximately
20 to 30 cm above the ground. In case of emergency, quickly lower the work equipment
to the ground to help the machine stop and prevent it from tipping over.

Do not change direction on slopes. Avoid sideways travel whenever possible: rather
travel up and down the slopes.

Do not travel up and down on grass, fallen leaves, and wet steel plates. These materials
may allow the machine to slip, if it is traveling sideways. Keep travel speed very low.

When traveling downhill, drive slowly and use the engine as a brake.

When traveling downhill with the machine being pushed by its own weight, the machine
may steer in the opposite direction, so be careful when steering.
Reverse steering when traveling downhill + see “12.7.2 TURNING WHEN DESCENDING A
SLOPE (D65E, P)“.

INCORRECT

VISIBILITY

Turn ON the head lamps and rear lamp, when working at night or at dark sites. Provide
additional lights for the worksite if necessary.

If visibility is diminished by fog, snow or rain, stop operation. Wait until there is adequ-
ate visibility for safe operation.

WORKING ON SNOWY SITE 1

l Snow-covered and frozen ground may allow the machine to slip sideways, even if the
grade is not steep. Slow down the machine when traveling on such ground. Avoid rapid
starts, stops, and steering.

l In snow removal work, pay special attention to the edge of the road and to objects
under the snow.

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