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K-D Manitou K5705, K5797, K5755, K1479 Parts Catalog

If you’ve ever ordered a mast part for a K-D Manitou forklift and ended up with the wrong cylinder because you guessed at the part number, you know what I’m talking about. This parts catalog isn’t a novel. It’s a 17-page factory document that tells you exactly which piece goes where on the K5705, K5797, K5755, and K1479 mast models. No drawings from a 1984 photocopier — these are the original K-D Manitou illustrations. You need the right part, and you need it now. That’s why this catalog exists.

RAIL SYSTEM: Not Just a Frame

Page 2 of this catalog kicks off with the rail system. The outer and inner rails are the backbone of the mast. If you mix up the upright sections between a K5705 and a K5797, the whole assembly will bind. The illustration on page 2 shows how the cylinder support bracket mounts and which bolts go where. Each part is tagged with an item number. You cross-reference that number in the index, and you get the K-D Manitou part number, the quantity needed, and which model it fits. Don’t waste time measuring — use the factory drawing.

LIFT CYLINDER ASSEMBLY: The Heart of the Mast

Page 4 shows the lift cylinder assembly in detail. This is where most people screw up — they order a cylinder based on rod diameter or overall length, but the mounting ears differ between the K5755 and the K1479. The catalog gives you the exact breakdown: the cylinder tube, piston, rod, seals, and the support bracket. If you’re rebuilding or swapping a cylinder, you pull the item number from page 4, look it up in the parts index supplement, and order the right one. No guesswork. The serial number of the mast is critical — the catalog page reminds you to record it before you call K-D Manitou. Do that.

Scissor Carriage: Side View vs Top View

Two separate pages cover the scissor carriage: side view on page 6 and top view on page 8. The side view shows the linkage pivot points, the carriage cylinder mounting, and the chain attachment. The top view gives you the bolt pattern for the carriage plate and the wear strips. If you’re replacing a worn carriage, you need both views to confirm you’re ordering the correct plate and the right set of bushings. Aftermarket catalogs often combine these into one crude sketch and leave out critical dimensions. Not here.

CARRIAGE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY AND CHAIN/HOSE

Page 10 covers the carriage cylinder assembly — the small cylinder that tilts or sideshifts the carriage. Page 12 gives you the chain and hose assemblies. These are wear items that need periodic inspection. If a chain stretches or a hose cracks, the mast can drop a load. This catalog lists the exact chain length and hose routing for each model. You don’t walk into a parts store hoping a generic 48-inch chain fits. You look at page 12, find the item number for your K5705, and order the factory part. The mast decals supplement at the end lists warning labels and their locations — skip that and you might fail OSHA.

Where Does This Manual Come From?

This is an OEM K-D Manitou catalog. It was printed by the Parts Division in Waco, Texas. It is not a third-party compilation that mashed together five different models into one confusing table. The 17 pages are scanned from the original factory document — the same one a K-D Manitou dealer would pull up when you call 1-800-425-3727. Aftermarket parts catalogs for forklift masts are notorious for using generic part numbers that cross-reference to nothing. This one gives you the real K-D Manitou numbers. If you want to understand why OEM documentation matters in the automotive industry, the Automotive Industry Overview explains the risks of non-OEM specs. Same principle applies to forklifts.

3 Reasons to Use This Parts Catalog

First, you save hours of cross-referencing. The parts index at the front lists every item number alphabetically. Second, you get the exact quantity per mast — a K5755 might need two of a part while a K1479 needs one. Third, the mast decals supplement is included. That’s the section most aftermarket catalogs omit, and it’s the one that keeps you legal on a job site.

For related manuals, check the K-D Manitou Mast Parts Catalog or the K-D Manitou MVT 1230L MVT1230LC Parts Catalog – 264 Pages if you have a different mast series. There’s also the K-D Manitou K5705, K5797, K5755, K1479, K1787 1991 Parts Catalog which adds the K1787 model.

Does this manual cover all four models?

Yes. The catalog explicitly covers K5705, K5797, K5755, and K1479. Each illustration identifies which model uses each part.

What if my mast serial number is missing?

You need it. The serial number is stamped on the ID plate on the right side of the outer rail. If the plate is gone, you can try to match the rail profile and carriage type to the drawings. But without the serial, you risk ordering the wrong revision of a cylinder or chain. The catalog’s general information page explains where to find the number.

Are torque specs included?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It shows you what to order, not how to turn a wrench. For torque values on mast bolts, you need the corresponding K-D Manitou service manual.

Can I use this for K-D Manitou MVT models?

No. MVT models have different rail sections and carriage configurations. You need the specific MVT parts catalog. The Automotive Industry Overview article explains why using the wrong catalog leads to fitment failures.

Stop ordering parts blind. If you’ve got a K-D Manitou mast on a K5705, K5797, K5755, or K1479, this 17-page catalog is your parts bible. Access the Factory Manual now and keep it in the shop binder next to the serial number records.