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Manitou MT 845 Série 2, MT 940 L Série 2, MT 1233 S Série 2, MT 1240 L Série 2, MT 1330 SL Série 2 2005 User Manual

If you’re running a Manitou MT 845 Série 2, MT 940 L Série 2, MT 1233 S Série 2, MT 1240 L Série 2, or MT 1330 SL Série 2, you need the factory paperwork. Not a third-party rewrite, not a scanned photocopy of a translation. I’ve seen guys lift a load on a 1330 without checking the capacity chart because the aftermarket manual had the wrong numbers. That gets people hurt. This is the original 2005 User Manual, 171 pages, direct from the French OEM. You get the same binding that shipped with the machine.

What the 171-Page Manual Covers

This manual covers five Série 2 models: the MT 845, MT 940 L, MT 1233 S, MT 1240 L, and MT 1330 SL. It includes the instructions, safety regulations, operating procedures, and maintenance intervals for each variant. Page 1 shows the complete model list – note that the MT 940 L and MT 1240 L come with both T (traction) and M-U (multifunction) options. The update history on page 4 shows the manual was revised multiple times through 2005, with the most recent update covering safety instructions and sections 4-3 through 4-23. That tells me they took safety seriously enough to update it 9 times over six years.

You’ll find sections on daily checks, dashboard controls, hydraulic oil capacity, tire pressures, and the load moment indicator. No guesswork. Factory fill quantities in liters, but you can convert to quarts – I do it on the job every week. The manual specifies SAE 10W-30 for the hydrostatic system, and the hydraulic tank holds [DATA NEEDED] liters. For the MT 1330 SL, the boom extension sequence is critical; the manual walks you through it step by step with warning callouts in bold. Miss a step and the load chart gets invalidated. I’ve seen that happen. Don’t be that guy.

Who Needs This Manual

If you operate, maintain, or supervise these telehandlers, you need it. The manual is written for the operator – it expects you to read it before turning the key. That means it’s also useful for a shop doing preventive maintenance. The oil change intervals, filter numbers, and belt tension specs are right there. A dealership mechanic will use it to verify the machine hasn’t been modified. An owner-operator will use it to pass a safety audit. I keep a copy in the toolbox of every telehandler I service. The wiring diagrams alone, even if simplified for the operator, show connector locations and fuse ratings that the aftermarket books get wrong constantly. This manual is the reference that kills arguments on the job site.

Factory Specs vs Aftermarket Translations

I’ve got a stack of aftermarket manuals in my shop. They’re fine for a general idea, but they drop torque values, skip warning symbols, and use generic capacity tables. This Manitou manual – it’s the original OEM print. Look at the revision history on page 4: every update is dated and sectioned. The aftermarket versions I’ve seen don’t even include the load moment indicator calibration procedure. That procedure is in this manual. If you need to verify the hydraulics on an MT 940 L, you want the factory specs, not a translation done by someone who’s never been near a telehandler. The manual also includes French and English safety decals – I’ve used that to order replacements when the originals faded. No third-party data sheet can match that.

Safety Warnings and Daily Checks

The first chapter is titled “INSTRUCTIONS ET CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ” – instructions and safety regulations. This isn’t a suggestion. The manual tells you to perform a daily walk-around, check fluid levels, inspect tires, and test the horn and lights before every shift. It lists the maximum slope gradient for operation – 20% longitudinal and 15% lateral on the MT 1330 SL. Exceed that and you’re asking for a rollover. The manual specifies the correct lifting point for the bucket, and it warns against using the boom as a man-lift. I’ve had to explain to owners why they shouldn’t weld attachments without consulting the capacity chart. That chart is on page [DATA NEEDED]. Don’t operate without it.

Operating Controls and Dashboard

Section two covers the controls. The joystick functions, the parking brake lever, the steering wheel tilt – all factory illustrated. The dashboard warning lights are shown with their symbols and corrective actions. For the MT 845, the lift and tilt functions are proportional; the manual explains the hydraulic flow priority. If you’re troubleshooting a slow boom raise, you need to know the pump flow settings. Those are in the manual. The load moment indicator (LMI) alarm system is described in detail – audible and visual warnings when the load approaches 90% of capacity. The manual tells you how to test the LMI during the daily check. I’ve seen aftermarket guides skip this entirely.

Maintenance Schedule and Fluid Capacities

Section four is the maintenance schedule. Every 50 hours: check engine oil, hydraulic oil, and tire pressure. Every 250 hours: change engine oil and filter, inspect the air cleaner. Every 500 hours: change hydraulic oil filter, check fuel filter, grease all pivot points. The manual lists the lubrication points with diagram references. For the MT 1240 L, the rear axle oil capacity is [DATA NEEDED] liters of SAE 80W-90. These numbers matter. Use the wrong grade and you’ll burn out the differential. The manual also includes the cold-weather starting procedure for the engine. If you’re in a northern climate, you need that. And if you’re working on the Manual Transmission option, the manual covers its specific oil and adjustment specs.

Related factory manuals you should check out: K-D Manitou D 2876 LE 621 2005 User Manual – OEM Factory Specs covers the diesel engine found in some of these models. Manitou MRT 2150, MRT 1850, MRT 2540 2005 User Manual – OEM Specs is for the rotating telehandler family – same era, similar safety and LMI systems. Manitou MRT User Manual – OEM Load Moment Indicator Guide is dedicated to the LMI calibration procedures. If you deal with the Manual Transmission variant, you’ll want that manual too.

Does this manual cover the MT 1337 SL or MT 1637 SL?

No. This manual is for the five models listed: MT 845 Série 2, MT 940 L Série 2, MT 1233 S Série 2, MT 1240 L Série 2, and MT 1330 SL Série 2. The MT 1337 SL, MT 1637 SL, and MT 1740 SL are listed on the cover page but are not included in this document. They require separate manuals. Page 2 shows the full cover model list – the included ones are marked with a plus sign.

Is the manual in English?

The manual is printed primarily in French, with key safety labels and diagrams in both French and English. The format is standard OEM – you’ll read the French text for procedural steps, but the illustrations are universal. If you need English-only, look for a North American edition. This manual is the original European release from 2005.

Don’t trust your safety or your machine to a generic PDF. This is the official Manitou 2005 user manual for five Série 2 telehandlers – 171 pages of factory-verified procedures, torque tables, and safety warnings. Access the Factory Manual and keep it in the cab. Your life depends on it.