Clark SE 15-25T User manual

Operator's Manual
SE 15-25T
OM-747
MAR 2023 | REV 1.4
IMPORTANT! Do not remove this manual from the lift truck.

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Table of Contents
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Information............................................................................................................................... 6
Overview................................................................................................................................... 7
A Message to Operators .........................................................................................................8
Introduction.............................................................................................................................. 9
How to Use this Manual.........................................................................................................11
Safety Standards................................................................................................................... 12
Section 1. General Safety Rules........................................................................................... 13
Do’s and Don’ts...............................................................................................................14
Operator Protection.........................................................................................................15
Pedestrians .....................................................................................................................16
Upright.............................................................................................................................17
Travel...............................................................................................................................18
Parking............................................................................................................................19
Tipover............................................................................................................................. 20
Section 2. Operating Hazards............................................................................................... 23
Load Handling.................................................................................................................24
Collisions.........................................................................................................................27
'URS2ႇV......................................................................................................................... 28
Ramps and Grades......................................................................................................... 29
Surface and Capacity......................................................................................................30
Section 3. Know Your Lift Truck........................................................................................... 31
Overview .........................................................................................................................32
Operator Controls............................................................................................................33
Seat.................................................................................................................................38
Steering Column.............................................................................................................. 39
Hood................................................................................................................................40
Parking Brake..................................................................................................................41
Operator Presence System............................................................................................. 42
Data Plate........................................................................................................................ 43
Decals .............................................................................................................................44

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Section 4. Operating the Display ......................................................................................... 47
Display Overview............................................................................................................. 48
Icons and Indicators........................................................................................................ 50
Menus.............................................................................................................................. 55
Standard Features........................................................................................................... 65
Optional Features............................................................................................................ 71
Operator Alarms ..............................................................................................................76
Section 5. Operating Your Lift Truck ................................................................................... 81
Before Operating the Lift Truck ....................................................................................... 82
Safe Operation................................................................................................................83
Forks and Upright............................................................................................................84
Load Handling.................................................................................................................85
Braking............................................................................................................................90
Parking............................................................................................................................91
Section 6. Maintaining Your Lift Truck ................................................................................ 93
Safe Maintenance ........................................................................................................... 94
Operator's Daily Checklist............................................................................................... 95
Daily Inspection...............................................................................................................96
Cleaning..........................................................................................................................98
Planned Maintenance...................................................................................................... 99
Forks and Lift Chain...................................................................................................... 101
Wheels and Tires........................................................................................................... 103
Fuses.............................................................................................................................104
Battery...........................................................................................................................105
Section 7. Towing and Lowering........................................................................................ 107
Emergency Towing........................................................................................................ 108
Emergency Lowering......................................................................................................110
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SE15-25T.......................................................................................................................112

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Information
Lift Truck Information
Lift Truck Information
Model
Type
Serial No.
Truck Weight
Rated Capacity
Gross Weight
Component Serial Number
Drive Axle / Motor (left)
Drive Axle / Motor (right)
Steer Axle
Hydraulic Pump / Motor
Traction Controller
Steer Controller
Pump Controller

7
Overview
Overview
YOU can prevent accidents
First: Know the rules of safe lift truck operation and the safety
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Next: Read the Operator’s Manual. If you do not understand
something, ask your supervisor.
LEARN about the lift truck you operate!
WARNING
If you do not follow these rules, there is a risk of injury or death.
IMPORTANT!
Do not expose this manual to hot water or steam.
Know YOUR lift truck
Then: Operate your lift truck safely.
And: Keep your lift truck in a safe operating condition
with correct and regular maintenance.

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A Message to Operators
AMessage to Operators
Your CLARK lift truck is a specialized machine with unique operating characteristics, and
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and maintenance.
Itsfunction and operation is notlike a car or ordinarypassenger vehicle. Specialized instructions
and rules are required to ensure safe and correct operation and maintenance.
The safe operation of our lift trucks is of utmost importance to CLARK.
Lift truck accidents are most commonly caused by...
• An incorrectly trained operator.
• An inexperienced operator.
• An operator not obeying basic lift truck safety rules.
• A damaged or malfunctioning lift truck.
Forthesereasons,CLARKwantsyoutoknowhowto safely operateandproperlymaintain
your lift truck.
The primary function of this manual is to help you learn how to safely operate your lift truck. This
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This manual is not a training manual, it is a resource to assist trained and authorized operators
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or avoid them.
Always make sure that the lift truck is maintained to a safe, working condition. Do not operate a
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Let's set high standards in safety together!
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Know and understand that the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and state,
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your supervisor.
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so. For questions concerning the proper maintenance or repair of your CLARK lift truck, contact
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Introduction
Introduction
Foreword
CLARK welcomes you to the growing group of professionals who own, operate, and/or maintain
our lift trucks. We take pride in the tradition of high quality and superior value that the CLARK
name represents.
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The operator must always...
• Read and understand the safety rules described in this Operator’s 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
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of the ANSI / ITSDF B56.1 Safety Standard for Low Lift and High Lift Trucks.
Importance of Routine Inspection and Maintenance
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your safety. It also allows for a lower cost of ownership and optimal productivity. A damaged or
malfunctioning lift truck is a potential source of danger to the operator, any personnel working
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Operator's Daily Inspection
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sheet or your CLARK dealer can supply you with copies of a helpful Operator's Daily Checklist.
Planned Maintenance
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10 Introduction
Always Practice Safe Operation
Incorrectlifttruck operation can cause accidents. Do not operate animproperlysetup,damaged,
or malfunctioning lift truck.
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If you have questions, ask for assistance.
Stay alert and follow the rules, regulations, and procedures for safe lift truck operation. Avoid
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Drive and work safely and follow the safety messages and warnings found in this manual and
attached to your lift truck.
Safety Messages and Warnings
The safety messages and warnings, found in this manual and attached to the lift truck, identify
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to you and/or other personnel may result if these messages are not followed.
NOTE
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other special data.
WARNING
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CAUTION
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How to Use this Manual
How to Use this Manual
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the time of printing.
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updates or revisions to this or any other CLARK technical information.
• The examples, illustrations, and descriptions in this manual are intended to help
improve your skill and knowledge as a professional lift truck operator and to take
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• Read and understand the information located in the General Safety Rules and
Operating Hazards sections of this Operator’s Manual.
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including recommended service intervals and component capacities.
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limitations.
• Follow all IMPORTANT, CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER messages or warnings
to avoid damage to the lift truck and/or injury to yourself or others.
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Keep this manual on the lift truck as a reference for anyone who may operate or
service it. If the lift truck you operate is not equipped with an Operator’s Manual, alert
your supervisor immediately.
• Your authorized CLARK dealer is ready to help and can provide you with additional
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functions, and maintenance of your CLARK lift truck.
IMPORTANT!
Read the Operator’s Manual before operating your lift truck.

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Safety Standards
Safety Standards
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construction requirements of the ANSI / ITSDF B56.1 Safety Standard for Low Lift
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13Contents
Section 1. General Safety Rules
Contents
Do’s and Don’ts ....................................................................................... 14
Operator Protection................................................................................. 15
Pedestrians.............................................................................................. 16
Upright...................................................................................................... 17
Travel........................................................................................................ 18
Parking ..................................................................................................... 19
Tipover...................................................................................................... 20

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Do’s and Don’ts
Do’s and Don’ts
DON’T mix drugs or alcohol with your job.
DO watch for pedestrians.
DON’T block safety equipment.
DO wear personal protective equipment.
DON’T smoke while operating the lift truck
and in NO SMOKING areas.
DON’T operate the lift truck outdoors during poor
weather conditions such as rain, snow, or ice.

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Section 1. General Safety Rules
Operator Protection
Operator Protection
WARNING
• Stay under the overhead guard
when operating the lift truck.
• Keep arms and legs inside the
operator’s compartment.
• Be careful when traveling in
reverse and in tight areas.
Seat Belt
Overhead Guard
Always use the seat belt.

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Pedestrians
Pedestrians
WARNING
The operator is the only person allowed on
the lift truck.
WARNING
Do not transport personnel with the lift truck.
No Riders
Nearby Personnel
WARNING
• Look in the direction of travel.
• Slow down and operate the horn at
every intersection or location with
limited visibility.
• Alert personnel to stand back when
operating or when parked.
• Be aware of all personnel in your
work area.

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Section 1. General Safety Rules
Upright
Upright
WARNING
Do not walk or stand under raised forks.
WARNING
Do not raise personnel with the lift truck.
Forks and Upright
Pinch Points
WARNING
Keep hands, feet, and legs out of the upright.
WARNING
Do not use the upright as a ladder.

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Travel
Travel
Forward Travel
• Lower the forks to a safe height and tilt the
upright back when traveling with a load.
• Do not lift or lower a load while the lift truck
is traveling.
Reverse Travel
• Travel in reverse when handling loads that
restrict your view.
• Rotate in your seat and look in the
direction of travel when traveling in
reverse.
Loaded Travel
• Unstable loads are a hazard to you and
other nearby personnel.
• Make sure all loads are stacked correctly
and equally positioned across the forks.
• Position the heaviest part of the load
closest to the front wheels of the lift truck.
• Do not attempt to lift a load using one fork.

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Section 1. General Safety Rules
Parking
Parking
Parking Rules
• Do not park the lift truck on a ramp or grade.
• Do not leave the lift truck before coming to a complete stop.
• Park the lift truck in authorized areas only.
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• Put the directional control in the neutral position.
• Fully lower the upright and/or attachments to the ground.
• Remove the key when leaving the lift truck for an extended period.
NOTE
The lift truck is equipped with a self-activating parking brake (SAPB). An icon appears
on the dash display when engaged.

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Tipover
Tipover
Side Tipover
• Tipover can occur when a certain
combination of travel speed and turn
sharpness exceeds the stability of the lift
truck. This is most likely to occur with an
unloaded lift truck.
• Tipover can occur while turning with the
upright raised or braking in reverse with
the upright raised or accelerating during
a turn.
• Side tipover can occur when attempting
to turn on a ramp or grade.
Forward Tipover
• Tipover can occur when a certain
combination of overloading and load
elevation exceeds the stability of the
truck. This is most likely to occur because
of excessive forward tilt, braking when
traveling forward, or accelerating in
reverse.
• Tipover can occur when traveling with the
forks pointed down grade with a load.
WARNING
To avoid a tipover, do not operate your lift truck: over foreign objects, on rough surfaces,
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