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Clark C 500 Series - User Manual

Clark C 500 Series
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Operator's
Instruction Manual
C500
20
thru
100
ClflRK
BOOK
NO.
OI-328-REV.
4
2385900
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Summary

FOREWORD

DRIVE SAFELY

SUMMARY OF SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES

Clarklift C500 Models Introduction

Safety Practices

Be A Pro!

Emphasizes professional training and accident prevention.

Keep Your Forks Down!

Never drive with raised forks to prevent injury or damage.

Learn Your Job!

Practice maneuvers for confidence and skill development.

Obey The Law!

Adhere to traffic rules, maintain control, and avoid sharp turns.

Safe Operation and Load Awareness

If You Cant See, Back Up!

Drive backward if vision is obstructed, watching for hazards.

Look Up!

Be aware of overhead obstructions like sprinkler systems.

Check Floor Capacity

Ensure floors can support the truck's and load's weight.

No Riders... Ever

Prohibits carrying passengers due to fall and distraction risks.

Workplace Safety and Awareness

Be Alert!

Obey signs, slow at intersections, and horn at blind corners.

Protect Yourself!

Use overhead guards and backrest extensions for operator protection.

Stay Clear Of The Edge!

Avoid loading dock edges to prevent accidents.

Space Forks To Fit Load

Center loads and position forks for balance and stability.

Truck Operation Safety Guidelines

Keep Inside!

Keep body parts within the truck's running lines.

No Smoking!

Prohibits smoking during refueling and requires spill cleanup.

Keep Clear!

Avoid placing body parts in the upright or under forks; no riders under forks.

Focus and Load Management

Dont Daydream!

Maintain focus on work and anticipate dangers.

Check Your Plates!

Secure bridge plates and block vehicle wheels.

Keep It Clean And Ready To Go!

Check gauges, controls, and fluid levels before starting.

Report All Troubles!

Report faults to supervisor; do not attempt repairs.

Parking and Load Handling Safety

Help Prevent Accidents!

Lower forks flat on the ground when parking.

Stop, Then Back Up!

Always stop fully before reversing direction.

Ease Into The Load!

Approach loads gently to avoid damage.

Dont Lift Unstable Loads.

Repile or band unstable loads before moving.

Driving Maneuvers and Load Securing

Keep Eyes Front!

Always look where you are going.

Back Down Ramps!

Drive down ramps in low gear, backing up, avoid turning.

Pick Up All The Load!

Ensure forks are fully under the load.

Tilt It Back!

Tilt load back for security and use backrest extensions.

Load Height and Load Control

Get Em Up...

Raise loads just enough to clear obstructions.

Dont Double Up!

Avoid double-tiered loads due to instability.

Break Em Down!

Avoid overloading; break down loads for control.

Keep Others Off Your Truck!

Keep unauthorized people away from controls.

Traffic and Hazard Awareness

Dont Be Half Safe!

Keep right, maintain distance, and stay in control.

Easy Does It!

Do not pass at intersections or blind spots.

Hold It!

Slow down, horn, yield to emergency vehicles.

Watch Out For Trains!

Cross tracks at an angle, park away from tracks.

Surface Conditions and Warnings

Slow-For Safety

Slow down on slippery surfaces; turning and high speeds are dangerous.

Component Checks and Maintenance

Seat Latch and Lift Chain Checks

Ensure seat latch is secured and watch lift chains in racks.

Truck Tip-Over

Operator Ejection Warning

Shows sequence of ejection during tip-over; advises against jumping.

Tip-Over Survival Position

Instructs to stay in seat, grip wheel, and brace feet during a tip-over.

Know Your Truck

Major Components

Identifies key parts like overhead guard, forks, upright, and brakes.

Data and Capacity Plate

Explains how to read the model number, serial number, capacity, and weight.

Control Levers

Details functions of column and console mounted control levers.

Instruments and Gauges

Explains dashboard instruments: fuel, oil pressure, temperature, ammeter, hour meter.

Hand Controls

Describes key switch, parking brake, choke control, and diesel engine stop.

Hydraulic Controls

Covers hydraulic functions, lever operation, and control locations.

Transmission Controls

Explains transmission types, pedals, and operating procedures for Hydratork and manual shift.

Operating The Hydratork Transmission

Operating The Manual Shift Transmission

Operators Daily Checklist

Visual and Operational Checks

Lists checks for truck components, systems, and controls.

Component Specific Checks

Details checks for engine oil, fuel, damage, tires, and clutch lubrication.

System Checks

Covers coolant, air cleaner, lights, horn, and steering performance.

Brake System Checks

Tests service brake pedal firmness and parking brake holding power.

Hydraulic System Checks

Checks hydraulic functions, movements, and fluid level indication.

Engine Starting Procedure

Gasoline and L.P. Gas Starting

Details steps for starting gasoline and L.P. gas engines, including choke and valve operation.

Diesel Engine Starting

Provides steps for starting diesel engines and using the cold starting aid.

Stopping and Parking

Engine Stopping and Parking Procedures

Covers stopping procedures for gasoline, L.P. gas, and diesel engines.

Parking Area and Incline Safety

Guidelines for parking in designated areas and on inclines.

LPG Tank Handling Warning

Recommends safe storage and handling of LPG tanks.

Helpful Hints

Fueling Precautions

Safety guidelines for fueling, including no smoking and designated areas.

Reserve Fuel Supply Operation

Explains the function and use of the reserve fuel supply.

L.P. Gas Tank Exchange

Step-by-step guide for safely exchanging L.P. gas tanks.

Fuel and Oil Specifications

Lists recommended fuel grades and engine oil viscosity based on temperature.

Wheel and Tire Maintenance

Rim Separation Danger Warning

Warns about rim separation during tire work and stresses the need for training.

Daily Inspection and Air Pressure Checks

Daily inspection of wheels/tires and procedures for checking air pressure.

Tire Maintenance Procedures

Covers removing air, using safety cages, and checking tire pressures.

Clark C 500 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelC500 Series
Fuel TypeDiesel
Power TypeInternal Combustion
Tire TypePneumatic
Mast TypeTriplex

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