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

If you are tracking down a part for a K-D Manitou mast and you don’t have the factory parts catalog, you are burning time and money. I have seen guys order the wrong cylinder twice because they guessed from a grainy aftermarket drawing. This catalog is the original OEM print – 19 pages of illustrations, item numbers, part numbers, and the exact model breakdown for the K-D Manitou K5705, K5797, K5755, K1479 Parts Catalog. It comes straight out of K-D Manitou’s own catalog R391, dated 05-92. No reprint nonsense.

You need the mast serial number before you call the dealer. This manual tells you where to find it – stamped on the identification plate on the right side of the outer rail at eye level. Write it down. If you order without it, you get the wrong part and you deserve the delay.

What You Get with 19 Pages

Every page is a dedicated section from the original contents list. Rail System starts on page 2. Primary Cylinder on page 4. Secondary Cylinder on page 6. Chain System on page 8. Hydraulic System on page 10. Hose Kit Assembly on page 12. Two carriage options: model K7590 on page 14 and K7595 on page 15. A decals supplement finishes the packet. That is it – no filler, no generic diagrams. Each illustration shows the exploded view with item numbers that cross directly to the parts list at the bottom of the page.

For the primary cylinder, you get the exact seal kit and rod assembly. The secondary cylinder drawing is separate – do not confuse the two. The rail system drawing includes the inner and outer rail components with the correct fastener callouts. If you have ever tried to match a lift chain by eye, you know why the chain system section on page 8 matters.

Primary Cylinder and Secondary Cylinder: Know the Difference

These are two different assemblies with different part numbers. The catalog labels them clearly – Primary Cylinder (page 4) and Secondary Cylinder (page 6). You get the item number for the cylinder body, piston, seals, and any bushings. The illustration is generic enough to cover multiple mast variants, but the part number column specifies which model it fits: K5705, K5797, K5755, or K1479. Do not order from the wrong section. I have seen a guy try to use a primary cylinder seal on a secondary cylinder – it leaked in a week.

Rail System Breakdown

Page 2 of the catalog shows the rail system assembly. You need this section when you are replacing rollers, wear pads, or inner rail sections. The item numbers correspond to the parts index that follows. The catalog notes that the mast model number is stamped on the identification plate on the right side of the outer rail. If you cannot read that number, you have no business ordering parts until you get a wire brush and a flashlight. Record the model number and serial number on the blank lines provided on page 2.

Related catalogs you might need: K-D Manitou Mast Parts Catalog covers other mast families. For the MVT series, see K-D Manitou MVT 1230L MVT1230LC Parts Catalog – 264 Pages – that one is a full service manual, not just parts. There is also a 1991 edition covering these same models plus the K1787: K-D Manitou K5705, K5797, K5755, K1479, K1787 1991 Parts Catalog.

Do You Need the Serial Number?

Yes. The catalog explicitly says: “When ordering Mast parts or requesting technical information, the following numbers are required: Mast Model Number, Mast Serial Number.” It even provides blank lines for you to write them down. If you skip this step, the dealer cannot guarantee you get the right part. The serial number tracks factory modifications. K-D Manitou requires that all mast modifications be authorized by them. If you modified the mast yourself and did not record it, you are on your own.

Source Validity: Factory Print, Not Aftermarket

This catalog is the original K-D Manitou publication, catalog number R391. It does not come from a third-party aggregator who scanned a photocopy. The illustrations are OEM line drawings – not photos of aftermarket parts. The part numbers are K-D Manitou factory numbers. If you call K-D Manitou’s parts division in Waco, Texas (1-800-425-3727, still listed in the catalog), they will ask for these same numbers. This is the document they used. For context on why OEM documentation matters in heavy equipment, read the Automotive Industry Overview. Forklift safety and reliability depend on using genuine parts and correct assembly – the same principle applies here.

Another source of background is Automotive Industry Overview.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this catalog include torque specs for the cylinder bolts?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It shows part numbers and quantities, not assembly torque. For torque specs, you need a separate service manual for the mast model.

Can I use this catalog to order parts for a K-D Manitou model not listed?

Only if that model shares the same rail system or cylinder. The catalog explicitly covers K5705, K5797, K5755, and K1479. Other models may have different part numbers. Check the model plate first.

Are the decals included in the 19 pages?

Yes. A decals supplement is listed after the carriage sections. It shows the safety decal part numbers and placement.

What if I lost my mast serial number?

Find it on the identification plate on the right side of the outer rail. Use a wire brush if needed.

You are wasting your time if you try to order mast parts without this catalog. The illustrations alone will save you from returning the wrong cylinder. Get the factory document on your bench before you pick up the phone. Download the Factory Manual now.