Clark Forklift C45L

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)

Clean and replace LPG engine air filter

Check / lubricate steer axle wheel bearings

Change / replace hydraulic sump fluid and oil filter

Sign off on the forklift maintenance

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

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?

Warning: Do not attempt to repair a worn chain. Replace worn or damaged chains. Do not piece chains together.

Inspect and lubricate the lift chains every PM (50-250 hours). When operating in corrosive environments, inspect the chains every 50 hours.

Check for raised or turned pins

Check for wear, and worn pins or holes

When the pins or holes become worn, the chain becomes longer. When a section of chain is 3% longer than a section of new chain, the chain is worn and must be discarded.