9. EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT (DIESEL)
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9. EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT (DIESEL)
The following statement is provided as required by regulations
of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS
AND OBLIGATIONS
The Federal EPA and Komatsu Forklift USA, Inc. (hereinafter
referred to as "KFI") are pleased to explain the emission con-
trol system warranty on your 2004 or later Diesel heavy duty
off-road engine. All new, heavy-duty off-road engines must be
designed, built and equipped to meet the EPA’s stringent anti-
smog standards. KFI must warrant the emission control sys-
tem on your engine for the period of time listed below, pro-
vided there has been no abuse, damage, neglect or improper
maintenance of your engine.
Your emission control system may include parts such as fuel
injection pump. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors
and other emission-related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, an authorized Komatsu
dealer will repair the heavy-duty off-road engine at no cost to
the owner, including diagnosis, parts and labor.
Now, KFI hereby certifies that diesel engines for lift trucks pro-
duced in 2004 model year and after shall be regulated by Fed-
eral EPA exhaust gaseous regulations. The difference
between current and EPA-certified engines is only the label
attached on the engine. See available drawing and/or illustra-
tion of emission label and its location.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
COVERAGE
Beginning January 1, 2004 heavy-duty off-road EPA engines
are warranted for a period of five (5) years, or three-thousand
(3,000) hours of operation, whichever occurs first. If any emis-
sion-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be
repaired or replaced by at an authorized Komatsu Forklift
dealer.
EMISSION RELATED PARTS
• Fuel Injection Pump
• Fuel Injection Nozzles
• Turbocharger
OWNER’S WARRANTY
RESPONSIBILITIES
As the heavy-duty off-road engine owner, you are responsible
for the performance of the required maintenance listed in
owner's manual (Instruction Manual). KFI recommends that
you retain all receipts and records covering the maintenance
on your engine, but KFI cannot deny warranty solely for the
lack of receipts and records or for your failure to ensure the
performance of all scheduled maintenance. For your refer-
ence, the following is an emission control maintenance sched-
ule for certified Diesel engines.
• Check oil level and coolant level – Everyday
• Change of lubricating – Every 200 hours
• Change lubricating oil filter – Every 200 hours
• Initial adjustment of valve clearance – Every 200 hours
• Change fuel filter – Every 500 hours
• Check turbocharger, rebuild or replace if necessary –
Every 2,000 hours
• Adjust valve clearance – Every 2,000 hours
• Check fuel injection nozzles, replace if necessary –
Every 2,000 hours
Keep records to show proof of compliance with the required
maintenance practices and intervals.
• As the heavy-duty off-road engine owner you should,
however, be aware that KFI may deny your warranty
coverage if your heavy-duty off-road engine or part has
failed due to abuse, damage, neglect, improper mainte-
nance or disapproved modifications.
• Your engine is designed to operate on commercial diesel
fuel only. Use of any other fuel in our engine will result in
the engine operating in non-compliance with the Federal
EPA regulations.
• You are responsible for initiating the warranty process. It
is suggested that you present your heavy duty off-road
engine to an authorized Komatsu dealer as soon as you
become aware that problem exists. The warranty repair
should be completed by the dealer as expeditiously as
possible.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and
responsibilities, you should contact the authorized KFI dealer.
LIMITATIONS
KFI is not responsible for resultant damages to an emission-
related part or component resulting from:
• Any application or installation KFI deems improper as
explained in the Instruction Manual.
• Attachments, accessory items or parts not authorized for
use by KFI.
• Improper off-road engine maintenance, repair or abuse.
• Owner's unreasonable delay in making the product
available after being notified of a potential product prob-
lem.
This warranty is in addition to the KFI standard warranty appli-
cable to the off-road engine product involved.
Remedies under this warranty are limited to the provision of
material and services as specified herein. KFI is not responsi-
ble for incidental or consequential damages, such as down-
time or lost use of the forklift truck.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE –
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
WARRANTY
Komatsu Forklift aims to ensure that the Emission Control
Systems Warranty is properly administered. In the event that
you do not receive the warranty service to which you believe
you are entitled under the Emission Control Systems War-
ranty, call or write to your Komatsu Forklift Dealer.
Authorized dealers are recommended for major maintenance
and repair work, as they are staffed with trained personnel,
proper tools and are aware of the latest maintenance methods
and procedures. Owners and others who desire to perform
their own work should purchase a service manual and obtain
current service information from their KFI engine dealer.
Follow the instructions in the Operations Manual concerning
any other maintenance programs not required for EPA compli-
ance.
For questions and additional information concerning EPA Die-
sel Engine Exhaust Regulations, contact:
Komatsu Forklift U.S.A., Inc.
14481 Lochridge Blvd., Building 2
Covington, Georgia 30014
Voice phone: (770) 385-4815
Fax phone: (770) 385-4838
Class IV & V – U.S.A.
Komatsu Forklift U.S.A., Inc.
EPADSL rev 02/04
FEDERAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) EMISSION CONTROL
WARRANTY STATEMENT (DIESEL ENGINES)
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