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Improper operation can cause accidents. Don’t take chances with
incorrect or damaged equipment. Read and understand the proce-
dures for safe driving and maintenance outlined in this manual. Don’t
hesitate to ask for help. Stay alert! Follow safety rules, regulations,
and procedures. Avoid accidents by recognizing dangerous procedures
or situations before they occur. Drive and work safely and follow the
safety signs and their messages on the truck and in this manual.
Safety signs and messages are placed in this manual and on the
truck to provide instructions and identify specic areas where poten-
tial hazards exist and special precautions should be taken. Know and
understand the meaning of these instructions, signs, and messages.
Damage to the truck, death, or serious injury to you or other persons
may result if these messages are not followed. If warning decals are
damaged or missing, they must be replaced. Contact your CLARK
dealer for replacements.
NOTICE
This message is used when special information,
instructions or identication is required relating to
procedures, equipment, tools, pressures, capacities
and other special data�
IMPORTANT
This message is used when special precautions should
be taken to ensure a correct action or to avoid damage
to or malfunction of the truck or a component�
CAUTION
This message is a reminder of safety practices that
can result in personal injury if proper precautions are
not taken�
WARNING
This message indicates a hazard exists that can result
in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken�
DANGER
This message is used when an extreme hazard exists�
Safety Signs and Safety Messages
Safety Signs and Safety Messages