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Careful operation is your best insurance against anaccident.Read and understand this manual carefully, beforeoperating the excavator.Every user, however experienced, should carefully read and understand this manual and those of the attachmentsand accessories before operating the excavator. Theowner is obliged to inform all operators of these instructions in detail.Keep this manual in the storage location. (See "Where to keep Operator's Manual" in "MAINTENANCE" section.)1. Know your equipment and its limitations. Read and understand this entire manual before attempting tostart and operate the excavator.2. Obey the danger, warning and caution labels on themachine.3. Track can be set at the narrow width (990 mm) or the standard width (KX016-4 : 1240 mm, KX018-4 : 1300mm).(for details see "OPERATION OF TRACK WIDTHCHANGES")To change the track width, set the track width fully,standard or narrow width.If not, the excavator may unintentionally move.4. For your safety, a ROPS/OPG (Roll-Over ProtectiveStructure, Operator Protective Guards(top guard).)with a seat belt is installed by KUBOTA. Always usethe seat belt when the machine is equipped with aROPS/OPG as this combination will reduce the risk ofserious injury or death, should the excavator be upsetor falling objects occur.Do not modify any structural members of the ROPS/OPG by welding, drilling, bending, grinding or cutting,as this may weaken the structure. If any component isdamaged, replace it. Do not attempt repairs. If theROPS/OPG is loosened or removed for any reason,make sure all parts are reinstalled correctly. Tightenmounting bolts to proper torque.5. ROPS/OPG structure complies with ISO 3471, ISO3449 and OSHA regulations.6. The seat belt must be inspected regularly andreplaced if frayed or damaged.7. Always sit in the operator's seat when starting engineor operating levers or controls.
