STARTING AND OPERATING PROCEDURES ................... 5.1 6 EMERGENCY STARTING .................................................... 6.1 7 EMERGENCY TOWING ....................................................... 7.1

Remember, before you start operating this container handler truck, be sure that you understand all driving procedures. It is your responsibility, and it is important to you and your family, to operate your container handler truck safely and efficiently. And be aware that the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and state laws require that operators be completely trained in the safe operation of container handler trucks; if you think you need training, ask your supervisor.

CLARK container handler trucks are built to take hard work, but not abuse. They are built to be dependable, but they are only as safe and efficient as the operator and the persons responsible for maintaining them. Do not make any repairs to this truck unless you have been trained in safe container handler truck repair procedures and are authorized by your employer.

CONTENTS

This manual covers the following models: CS00 Y 950CH A MESSAGE TO CLARK CONTAINER HANDLER TRUCK OPERATORS ..................................................................................... ii

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................... iv About This Manual ......................................................................... vi How To Use This Manual .............................................................. vii Safety Signs and Messages ......................................................... viii

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND PRACTICES ................... 1.1 OPERATING HAZARDS ....................................................... 2.1 KNOW YOUR TRUCK .......................................................... 3.1 OPERATOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................... 4.1 STARTING AND OPERATING PROCEDURES ................... 5.1 EMERGENCY STARTING .................................................... 6.1 EMERGENCY TOWING ....................................................... 7.1 PLANNED MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION ................ 8.1 9 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................ 9.1 10 INDEX ................................................................................. 10.1

Introduction

Clark welcomes you to the growing group of professional people who own, operate and maintain Clark container handler trucks. We take pride in the long tradition of quality products and superior value that the Clark name represents. This manual will familiarize you with safety, operating, and maintenance information about your new container handler truck. It has been especially prepared to help you use and maintain your Clark container handler truck in a safe and correct manner.

Your Clark container handler truck has been designed and built to be as safe and efficient as today's technology can make it. As manufactured, it meets all the applicable mandatory requirements of ANSI 856.1 -1988 Safety Standard for Powered Industrial Trucks. Each truck is also furnished with equipment to help you operate safely e.g., parking brake, horn, as standard equipment.

Safe, productive operation of a container handler truck requires both skill and knowledge on the part of the operator. The operator must know, understand and practice the safety rules and safe driving and load handling techniques described in this manual. To develop the skill required, the operator must become familiar with the construction and features of the container handler truck and how they function. The operator must understand its capabilities and limitations, and see that it is kept in a safe condition. Routine Servicing and Maintenance Regular maintenance and care of your container handler truck is not only important for economy and utilization reasons; it is essential for your safety. A faulty container handler truck is a potential source of danger to the operator, and to other personnel working near it. As with all quality equipment, keep your container handler truck in good operating condition by following the recommended schedule of maintenance.