Clark TWLi20 - Introduction

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Introduction
Introduction
Foreword
CLARK welcomes you to the growing group of professionals who own, operate, and maintain
our lift trucks. We take pride in our tradition of quality product and superior value that the CLARK
name represents.
This operator's manual has been specially prepared to help you use and maintain your CLARK
lift truck in a safe and correct manner. It describes the safe operation, maintenance, and features
unique to your CLARK lift truck.
The safe and productive operation of your lift truck depends on both skill and operator knowledge.
The operator must...
• Read and understand the safety rules found in this manual.
• Read and practice the safe driving and safe load handling techniques shown in
this manual.
• Know the construction and features of the lift truck and how they function.
• Know the capabilities and limitations of the lift truck.
• Ensure the lift truck is maintained to a safe working condition
Your CLARK lift truck has been designed and built to be as safe and e󰀩cient as today’s technology
can allow. As manufactured, it meets all applicable and mandatory design and construction
requirements of the ANSI / ITSDF B56.1 Safety Standard for Low Lift and High Lift Trucks.
Importance of Routine Inspection and Maintenance
The regular care and maintenance of your CLARK lift truck is absolutely necessary for your
safety. It ensures a lower overall cost of ownership and optimal lift truck productivity. A damaged
or malfunctioning lift truck is a potential source of danger to the operator, any personnel working
nearby, and anyone else in the area.
Always keep your lift truck in a safe, operating condition by following the recommended service
schedule described in the Planned Maintenance section of this manual.
Operator's Daily Inspection
You are required to inspect your lift truck daily and to ensure it is safe to operate. The importance
of this Daily Inspection is described later in this manual. You can provide your own checklist
sheet or your CLARK dealer can supply you with copies of a helpful Operator's Daily Checklist
that is specic to your lift truck.
Planned Maintenance
In addition to the Daily Inspection, CLARK recommends that a Planned Maintenance (PM) program
be performed by an authorized and properly trained technician. This safety and maintenance
inspection and service will provide an opportunity to thoroughly examine the operating condition
of your lift truck. Any Planned Maintenance can be scheduled through your CLARK dealer to
meet your particular lift truck application and usage.