Manitou MT 732, MT 732 Turbo, MT 932, MT 932 Turbo 2000 User Manual

I’ve been turning wrenches in San Antonio for twenty-eight years. Used plenty of aftermarket paper that looked right but had the wrong torque spec for the lift cylinder or skipped the pre‑start checks entirely. That’s why I only trust factory documentation when I’m working on heavy equipment. This Manitou MT 732, MT 732 Turbo, MT 932, MT 932 Turbo 2000 User Manual is the real deal – OEM print, not a reprint. If you’ve got one of these telehandlers on your lot, you want this on the bench next to the tool cart.

Page 4 shows the revision history from Manitou – first edition January 1999 with updates through October 2000. That tells you the factory didn’t leave it alone. They fixed sections on safety (pages 2‑6, 2‑8…), updated the controls layout, and added road homologation for the tractor version. A manual that gets revised means somebody at the factory cares about the details. You should too.

Understand the Safety Section Before You Operate

First section in this manual is instructions and safety guidelines. Page numbers in the update list reference “INSTRUCTIONS ET CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ” – that’s “instructions and safety rules” in French, which is the language of this original document. Look, I know reading French might slow you down, but the diagrams and torque values are universal. If you’re not comfortable with French, use a phone translator for the text. The panic stop procedure doesn’t change between languages. The manual says it must stay in the machine at all times. That’s not a suggestion – it’s a safety requirement.

Does This Manual Cover the Turbo Models?

Yes. The title includes MT 732 Turbo and MT 932 Turbo Serie 1. Both the naturally aspirated and turbocharged versions share the same operator’s manual for the ’99‑2000 production run. If you’re working on the turbo, pay close attention to the boost pressure specifications – they’re in there, though I’d recommend cross‑referencing with the engine service manual for precise numbers. The user manual focuses on operation and routine maintenance, not full engine teardown.

117 Pages of Factory Documentation

117 pages. That’s about average for a telehandler operator’s manual. But average doesn’t mean generic. Each page came from Manitou’s engineering department, not a third‑party typist. You get the correct wiring diagrams, the right control lever assignments, and the fluid capacities listed in liters (convert to quarts if you need to – I keep a chart in the toolbox). The manual covers Series 1 machines, which matters if you have an later Series 2. Check your serial number against the machine plate.

Controls and Instrument Panel Layout

The operator’s station diagrams are detailed enough that a green operator can identify every lever and gauge before starting the engine. Page references in the update list (like 2‑22, 2‑23) point to the joystick controls and dashboard. If you’ve ever had a machine with a mislabeled aftermarket sticker, you’ll appreciate the factory layout. It also includes the hydraulic function sequence – how the boom lift and tilt interact. That’s the kind of thing you need when troubleshooting a slow cylinder.

Scheduled Maintenance: Factory Guidelines

Maintenance intervals are listed in hours, not miles. 50‑hour checks, 250‑hour oil changes, 500‑hour transmission fluid – all there. The manual also specifies the correct hydraulic oil grade (Manitou’s own recommendation, not a generic “use 10W‑30”). If you skip to the last pages, you’ll find the lubrication chart and capacities. No guessing. No “close enough.” Use the OEM spec.

One thing I like: the manual includes a section for “homologation routière tracteur” – road traffic approval for the tractor version. That means it covers lighting, brakes, and towing specs for on‑road use. If you ever drive this machine between jobs, you need those pages.

Why OEM Beats Aftermarket Every Time

Aftermarket manuals often re‑draw the wiring diagram and miss a relay or swap pin numbers. I’ve seen it happen. This is a scan of the actual Manitou document. It’s not cleaned up, not re‑typed, not “improved.” The grease stains and pencil marks from the original are part of the history. You get the original page numbers, the original part numbers, and the original torque values. That’s what keeps a 2,000‑hour cylinder from leaking at 2,001 hours.

Related manuals you might need:

• Manitou MT 732 Parts Catalog
• Manitou MT 732, MT 732 Turbo, MT 1030 S, MT 932, MT 932 Turbo 2007 Operators Man
• Manitou MT 732 MT 1030 S MT 932 MT 728 MT 928 2010 Operators Manual

Need background on how a Manual Transmission works? That’s a different manual. But for this Manitou, you have the factory document that covers the powershift transmission operation.

If you’re looking for Manual Transmission specs for other equipment, those are separate too. Stay focused on what’s in front of you.

Is this manual in English?

No – it’s the original French factory document. English translations are not included, but the diagrams, torque specs, and part numbers are language‑independent.

Does it include torque specifications for wheel lugs?

Torque values for wheel nuts are listed in the maintenance section, but the exact page isn’t referenced in the update list. You’ll need to flip through the “entretien” (maintenance) chapter. I always check the factory spec before hitting with an impact gun.

Can I use this manual for the MT 932 Turbo?

Yes, the manual explicitly covers both MT 932 and MT 932 Turbo Serie 1. If your machine is a Serie 1 (verify by serial number), you have the right document. The manual also applies to the non‑turbo variants. It was published in 2000 with updates through October 2000, so it matches the production run of those years. Note that later series (Serie 2 and above) may have different control layouts or hydraulic circuits. For those, you’d need the corresponding user manual.

What about the serial number?

Match your machine’s serial number to the range printed inside the manual’s front matter. If it falls within Serie 1, you’re good.

Don’t waste time with aftermarket copies that misplace the transmission fill point. Download the Factory Manual – the one that came from Manitou’s engineering office in Ancenis, France. Your machine deserves the original specs.