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Manitou K5705, K5797, K5755, K1479 Parts Catalog – Factory Specs for Mast Repair

If you are ordering mast components for a Manitou K5705, K5797, K5755, or K1479, you need the correct part numbers the first time. Guessing on a lift cylinder or chain system gets you a box of wrong steel and a machine down. This 19-page Parts Catalog is the OEM document from K-D Manitou. It shows exploded views of every major assembly: rail system, lift cylinder, chain system, hose kits (K6476 and K6477), carriages (K6480 and K6490), and mast decals. Page 2 explains exactly how to read the illustrations and cross-reference item numbers to part numbers. You also get blank lines for recording mast model and serial numbers – write those down before you call the dealer.

I have been wrenching since before most of you were born. Aftermarket parts catalogs cut corners on the index and skip the serial number requirements. This one does not. It tells you up front: the mast model number is stamped on the right side of the outer rail at eye level. If you lose that number, you are ordering blind. The catalog gives you the format – it lists the model, number of rails, carriage model, mounting model, and optional equipment model. That is the kind of detail that stops a job from turning into a parts run.

7 Systems Covered – From Rail System to Mast Decals

The table of contents reads like a build sheet: RAIL SYSTEM (page 2), LIFT CYLINDER (page 4), CHAIN SYSTEM (page 6), HOSE KIT, K6476 (page 8), HOSE KIT, K6477 (page 10), CARRIAGE, K6480 (page 12), CARRIAGE, K6490 (page 14), MAST DECALS (page 16). Each section has a drawing with item numbers and a parts list with description, quantity, and applicable mast model. For example, the lift cylinder section shows the cylinder assembly, rod, seals, and mounting hardware. If you need the exact seal kit for a K5705 mast, the part number is right there.

Lift Cylinder and Chain System: What the Manual Covers

Look at page 4 for the LIFT CYLINDER. The illustration identifies every component: barrel, piston, rod, gland, and wiper seals. The CHAIN SYSTEM on page 6 shows the chains, anchors, and sheaves. Chain slack adjustments are not in this catalog – that is in the service manual – but ordering the correct chain pitch and length is. If you are rebuilding a mast, cross-reference the item number to the part number and verify the mast serial number. One wrong chain link can bind the carriage and cause a drop hazard.

Who Needs This Catalog – and One Real Job

This is for the shop tech who has a blown seal on a K5797 mast and the parts counter asks for the serial number. It is for the fleet manager who keeps three K5755 masts running and needs to stock spares. I saw a guy order a carriage for a K1479 from a generic parts site – the bolt pattern was off by 3/8 inch because the catalog used a different rail width. This OEM catalog gives you the carriage assemblies K6480 and K6490 with correct dimensions and mounting hardware. You also get the hose kit layouts (K6476, K6477) so you can order pre-made hoses instead of crimping field replacements.

Source Authenticity – OEM Catalog, Not a Reprint

This is a scanned original Manitou catalog (catalog number R392, dated N/07-98). It is not a third-party compilation. The back cover lists K-D Manitou, Parts Division, Waco, Texas, with their 1-800 number. When you order parts using this catalog, the dealer will see the same part numbers you are looking at. Aftermarket catalogs often consolidate multiple model years and drop the serial number requirement – that is how you end up with the wrong cylinder. This one keeps the original format with the mast modifications warning: all modifications must be authorized by K-D Manitou.

Does this catalog show torque specs or repair procedures?

No. This is a parts identification catalog, not a service manual. It contains exploded views, part numbers, descriptions, and quantities. For torque values or assembly steps, you need the corresponding service manual for your mast model.

How do I find the correct part number for my Manitou mast?

Locate the mast model number and serial number from the identification plate on the right outer rail. Find the system you need (e.g., LIFT CYLINDER) in the table of contents, go to that page, locate the item number in the illustration, then read across to the part number in the “Items” column. Double-check the required quantity and mast model number listed.

What if the illustration does not look exactly like my parts?

The catalog states on page 2 that illustrations provide a general description and may not show the exact shape or detail. Use the item number and part description together. When in doubt, call K-D Manitou with your mast serial number. Modifications after manufacture can affect parts.

Can I use this catalog for a K1479 mast with a different carriage?

Yes, the catalog lists separate carriage sections: K6480 (page 12) and K6490 (page 14). Verify which carriage model is installed on your mast. The mast model number on the rail will include carriage designation. If you have a K1479 with a non-standard carriage, the serial number records will help the dealer find the correct sub-assembly.

You need to get the right part the first time. Access the Factory Manual now and keep it on your bench – your parts order will match the OEM drawing every time. Manitou Mast Parts Catalog, Manitou Mast Components Parts Catalog, and K-D Manitou MVT 1230L/LC Parts Catalog are also available if you work on other mast families. For background on the diesel engines that often power these machines, see this Wikipedia article on diesel engines.