Clark AGP40 Forklift Operators Manual (OM-551)

This Clark AGP40 forklift operator’s manual is what I’d hand to a new driver before they ever touch the key. These trucks live in warehouses, loading docks, and yards, moving pallets in tight aisles and around people and racking. The book walks you through how to start, operate, and shut down the machine without abusing the mast, steering, or drive train. For example, if an operator reports the truck “won’t lift right after startup,” I use this manual to verify they’re following the proper warm‑up and control sequence before I start chasing hydraulic faults.

Applications & Use Cases

• Train new operators on correct pedal, mast, and steering control so they don’t slam loads or rack.
• Standardize daily walk‑around checks to catch leaks, loose forks, or tire damage before a shift.
• Confirm proper startup/shutdown steps to avoid flat batteries, overheated components, or brake issues.
• Reinforce safe habits when working on slopes, near dock edges, or in congested aisles.
• Troubleshoot basic complaints (slow lift, harsh stopping, stalling) by ruling out bad operating practices first.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, a digital copy works well; just make sure it’s downloaded so you can read it without a signal.

Q: Is it worth printing sections for the shop?

A: I’d print the startup, shutdown, and daily inspection pages and post them where operators clock in.

Safety Note

Always follow the manual’s startup, load-handling, and shutdown steps exactly—shortcuts on a forklift get expensive and dangerous fast.

Clark AGP40 Forklift Index:

A MESSAGE TO CLARK LIFT TRUCK CUSTOMERS
A MESSAGE TO CLARK LIFT TRUCK OPERATORS
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
TRUCK APPLICATION
GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND PRACTICES
1
2 OPERATING HAZARDS
3 KNOW YOUR TRUCK
4 OPERATOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE
5 OPERATING PROCEDURES
MANUAL OPERATION
AUTOGUIDE OPERATION
6 EMERGENCY TOWING
7 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION

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