Clark Forklift C45L

Check truck visually and inspect components

Test drive truck/check functional performance

Check torque on critical fasteners

Replace LPG engine oil and filter

Replace Diesel engine oil and filter

WARNING! Do not remove the radiator cap when the radiator is hot. STEAM from the radiator will cause severe burns. Do not remove the radiator cap to check the coolant level.

WARNING! Never remove the radiator cap while the engine is running. Stop the engine and wait until it has cooled. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury from hot coolant or steam blowout and/or damage to the cooling system or engine.

Check engine coolant level. Is it between the HOT and COLD marks?

Inspect the coolant level in the overflow bottle only. Is it at the correct level?

If the level is low, did you add a 50/50 mixture of specified coolant and water to the correct fill level?

Check engine oil for presence of coolant leaking into engine. Is there any leakage?

Inspect the coolant for condition. Look for excessive contamination or rust or oil in the coolant solution. Is the coolant in good condition?

Check the PM time interval for need to change coolant. Is it time to change the coolant?

Check the condition of radiator cap rubber seal and radiator filler neck for damage. Are they in good condition?

Check truck for obvious damage and leaks

Check fuel system for leaks, etc

Check capacity, warning plates and decals

Check condition of tires and wheels. Remove embedded objects. Check air pressure

Check for missing or loose wheel lugs nuts

Check engine coolant level (radiator and recovery tank)

Ensure the travel area is clear in front of the truck.

Push firmly on the brake pedal. Release the parking brake. Move the directional control lever from NEUTRAL to FORWARD.

Remove your right foot from the service brake pedal and put it on the accelerator pedal. Push down until the truck moves slowly forward. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal and push down on the service brake pedal to stop the truck. The brakes should apply smoothly and equally.

Ensure the travel area is clear behind the truck.

Put the directional control lever in the REVERSE travel position. Release the service brake and push down on the accelerator pedal until the truck moves slowly in the reverse direction. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal and push down on the service brake pedal to stop the truck. The brakes should apply smoothly and equally.

Put the directional control in FORWARD. Press the inching pedal fully down and hold. Depress the accelerator. The truck should not move. Now, with the accelerator still depressed, slowly release the inching pedal until the truck inches forward smoothly and slowly.

When you have completed the operational tests, park and leave the truck according to standard shut down procedure as described in Section 4 of this manual.

Make a record of all maintenance and operating problems you find.

NOTICE! The steering system, steer axle, and steering linkage on your truck should be inspected periodically for abnormal looseness and damage, leaking seals, etc. Also, be alert for any changes in steering action. Hard steering, excessive freeplay (looseness), or unusual sound when turning or maneuvering indicates a need for inspection or servicing.

Check the steering system by moving the steering handwheel in a full right turn and then in a full left turn.

Return the handwheel to the straight-ahead position.

The steering system components should operate smoothly when the handwheel is turned.

Never operate a truck that has a steering system fault.

WARNING! Fasten your seat belt before driving the truck.

Sign off on the steering system inspection