Clark OSQ 126, Operator'S Manual

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The first section of this manual is devoted to a review, with illustrations and
brief messages, of general safety rules and the major operating hazards you
may encounter while operating a vehicle. Next, you will find descriptions of
the components of your specific vehicle model and how the instruments,
gauges, and controls operate. Then, you will find a discussion of safe and
efficient operating procedures, followed by instructions on how to tow a
disabled vehicle. The later sections of the manual are devoted to mainte-
nance and vehicle specifications.
Take time to carefully read the
Know Your Vehicle section. By acquiring a
good basic understanding of your vehicle's features, and how they function,
you are better prepared to operate it both safely and efficiently.
In
Planned Maintenance
, you will find essential information about the correct
servicing and periodic maintenance of your vehicle, including recommended
maintenance intervals and component capacities. Carefully follow these
instructions and procedures.
We recommend to carefully read the entire manual before operating your
vehicle. Be sure to read and understand the information on the
General
Safety Rules
and
Operating Hazards
. Familiarize yourself with the various
procedures in this manual. Understand how all the gauges, indicator lights,
and controls function. Please contact your authorized CLARK dealer about
any questions you may have about your vehicle’s features, operation, or
manuals.
Operate your vehicle safely; careful driving is your responsibility. Drive
defensively and think about the safety of other personnel who are working
nearby. Know your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations. Follow all instruc-
tions in this manual, including all IMPORTANT, CAUTION, WARNING, and
DANGER messages to avoid damage to your vehicle and to avoid any
harm to yourself or others.
It is an OHSA requirement that this Operator's Manual and the Manual of
Responsibilities be permanently attached to your vehicle. Keep these on
the vehicle as a reference for anyone who may operate or service it. If the
vehicle you operate is not equipped with either of these manuals, inform
your supervisor to obtain a replacement to be reinstalled to the vehicle.
Remember, your CLARK dealer is happy to answer any questions about
the operation and maintenance of your vehicle and to provide you with any
additional information should you request it.