Manitou MVT 1340 L, MVT 1330 L Operators Manual – Factory Specs

Description

If you operate or maintain a Manitou rough terrain forklift, the Manitou MVT 1340 L, MVT 1330 L Operators Manual is the document you keep in the cab, not buried in a drawer. I’ve been turning wrenches for 28 years, and I’ve seen what happens when someone thinks they can run a lift truck without reading the safety section. Broken bones, broken machines, and a lot of paperwork. This manual is 112 pages of factory-specified procedures, torque values, and warnings that keep you and your equipment alive. It covers both the MVT 1330 L (serial 154426 and above) and the MVT 1340 L (serial 118903 and above) Comfort Line models.

General Safety Standards for the MVT 1330 L and MVT 1340 L

The manual opens with a full section on safety standards for rough terrain forklift trucks. Page 1 prints the Manitou North America contact info and the California Proposition 65 warning about diesel exhaust. That’s not boilerplate — it’s a legal requirement, and the manual treats it as a mandatory read. The General Safety Standards section covers load capacity limits, stability warnings, and operating procedures specific to uneven ground. Any tech who skips this part is asking for a rollover. I’ve torqued enough head bolts to know that reading the manual’s safety section is not optional.

Safety Decals: Location and Meaning

There’s a dedicated section on safety decals — where they are placed on the machine and what each one means. The manual uses diagrams to show exact locations. If a decal is missing or faded, this section tells you the part number to order from Manitou North America. Don’t guess; get the right decal from the dealer. The manual includes the Parts Department phone number (800-425-3727) for ordering.

Does This Operators Manual Cover Daily Maintenance?

Yes. The operator/service manual combines daily inspection checks, lubrication intervals, and fluid specifications. You won’t find exploded engine diagrams here — that’s what the repair manual is for. But if you need to know the correct hydraulic oil type, tire pressures, or pre-start inspection steps, this is the document. For deeper repair work, pair it with the companion Manitou MVT 1130 L MVT 1340 L 1995 Repair Manual.

Operator Responsibilities Under Proposition 65

The manual includes the full California Proposition 65 warning. That might seem like legal filler, but it’s not. Diesel engine exhaust is listed as a carcinogen. The manual tells you to operate the machine in well-ventilated areas and to avoid prolonged exposure. If you run a shop or a fleet, you need to document that your operators have read and understood this warning. The manual makes that easy — it says right on page 1 that the operator must read and understand the manual.

One Reason to Trust Factory OEM Documentation

This is not a third-party reprint or a compilation from aftermarket sources. It’s the original Manitou operator/service manual, catalog number 547275, revision R1 1/10. OEM documentation means the specs are verified by the manufacturer — not guessed at. When a manual says “torque to [value],” you need to know that value came from the engineer who designed the machine. Aftermarket manuals sometimes shift numbers to avoid copyright. I’ve caught aftermarket manuals listing wrong torque specs for wheel nuts. That’s a lawsuit waiting to happen. Stick with the factory document.

If you need parts breakdowns for the MVT 1330 or 1340, the MANITOU MVT 1330 MVT 1340 Parts Catalog – Section: Tires And Wheels gives you exploded views and part numbers. For engine-specific operator info, see the K-D Manitou D 2876 LE 401-405 Operators Manual – OEM Marine Diesel. And if you’re working on the Manual Transmission or the Manual Transmission components, those sections are covered in the appropriate repair manuals — not this operators manual, but cross-reference with the factory documents.

FAQ

Can I use this manual for a MVT 1330 L with a serial number below 154426?

No. The manual explicitly states it applies only to serial numbers 154426 and above for the MVT 1330 L and 118903 and above for the MVT 1340 L. Earlier machines may have different specs.

Does the manual include torque values for wheel nuts?

The operator manual covers general maintenance and safety, but does not include all repair torque specs. For detailed torque values, you need the factory service/repair manual. The operators manual does contain fluid capacities and tire pressures — those are in the specifications section.

Bottom line: If you own or operate a Manitou MVT 1330 L or MVT 1340 L, this is the manual you keep in the machine. Don’t run a rough terrain forklift without reading the safety standards and understanding the decals. Access the Factory Manual from AutoRepairManuals and get the official document on your tablet or printed — your safety depends on it.