Komatsu PC400 - General Precautions

6. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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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.
1 PRECAUTIONS WHEN HANDLING AT HIGH TEMPERATURES
Immediately after operations are stopped, the engine coolant, engine oil, and hydraulic oil are at
high temperatures, and are still under pressure. Attempting to remove the cap, drain the oil or
water, or replace the filters may lead to serious burns. Always wait for the temperature to go down,
and follow the specified procedures when carrying out these operations.
To prevent hot water from spurting out:
I) Turn engine off.
2) Allow water to cool.
3) Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure before removing.
To prevent hot oil from spurting out:
I) Turn engine off.
2) Allow oil to cool.
3) Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure before removing.
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