Clark CH60, CH70, CH80, CHY60, CHY70, CHY80, CF60, CF70, CF80, CFY60, CFY70, CFY80 Forklift Operators Manual (O-131-1)

These Clark CH and CF series forklifts spend their lives loading trucks, feeding production lines, and shuttling pallets around tight yards and warehouses. This operators manual is what I use to show a new driver how to run the controls correctly, do a proper walk‑around, and shut the machine down without abusing the mast or transmission. When someone complains that the truck “won’t move” after startup, this is the book I grab to walk them through the proper sequence of levers, pedals, and safety interlocks before we assume there’s a mechanical fault.

Applications & Use Cases

• Train new operators on correct control use, travel direction changes, and mast functions to prevent hard shifts and bent forks.
• Standardize daily inspections so fluid levels, tires, chains, and hoses get checked the same way on every shift.
• Verify proper startup/shutdown routines to avoid dead batteries, cooked brakes, or heat‑soaked hydraulics.
• Trace simple operator-related issues like no-lift, no-travel, or warning lights caused by missed switches or incorrect sequence.
• Reinforce safe habits around load handling, visibility, and stability when working on docks, ramps, or crowded aisles.

FAQ

Q: Can I keep this manual on a tablet or phone in the cab?

A: Yes, it’s handy to have a digital copy you can zoom and search, just make sure the device is secured and protected from dust and vibration.

Q: Is it worth printing parts of it for the shop?

A: I’d print the startup, shutdown, and daily check pages, laminate them, and post them where the forklifts are parked.

Safety Note

Always follow the manual’s startup and inspection steps before lifting any load, especially on uneven or congested ground.

Clark CH60, CH70, CH80, CHY60, CHY70, CHY80, CF60, CF70, CF80, CFY60, CFY70, CFY80 Forklift Index:

Operator’s Warning .
Foreword .
Drive Safely
ITA Recommended Pract ices
Portraits
Safety .
Operator’s Compartment . .
Before Operation Checks
Operation
Parking Instructions .

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