8-6 Lift Truck Maintenance
Safe Maintenance Practices
The following instructions have been prepared from current industry
and government safety standards applicable to industrial truck
operator and maintenance. These recommended procedures specify
conditions, methods, and accepted practices that aid in the safe
maintenance of industrial trucks. They are listed here for the
reference and safety of all workers during maintenance operations.
Carefully read and understand these instructions and the specific
maintenance procedures before attempting to do any repair work.
When in doubt of any maintenance procedure, please contact your
local CLARK dealer.
1. Powered industrial trucks can become hazardous if mainte-
nance is neglected. Therefore, suitable maintenance facilities,
trained personnel, and procedures shall be provided.
2. Maintenance and inspection of all powered industrial trucks shall
be done in conformance with the manufacturer's recommenda-
tions.
3. A scheduled planned maintenance, lubrication, and inspection
system shall be followed.
4. Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to
maintain, repair, adjust, and inspect industrial trucks—and in
accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
5. Properly ventilate work area, and keep shop clean and floor dry.
6. Avoid fire hazards and have fire protection equipment present in
the work area. Do not use an open flame to check fluid or elec-
trolyte levels. Do not use open pans of fuel or flammable clean-
ing fluids for cleaning parts.
7. Before starting work on truck:
a. Raise drive wheels free of floor and use blocks or other posi-
tive truck positioning devices.
b. Put blocks under the load-engaging means, inner mast rails,
or chassis before working on them.
c. Disconnect battery before working on the electrical system.
Refer to the “Jacking and Blocking” section in the Service
Manual for proper procedures.
8. Operation of the truck to check performance must be conducted
in an authorized, safe, clear area.
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