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BP 249
44158 ANCENIS CEDEX - FRANCE
TEL: 33 (0)2 40 09 10 11
YOUR DEALER
547896 EN (17/12/20007)
MT 523 Série B-E2
MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2
MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2
MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2
MT 620 Série B-E2
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL MUST BE KEPT IN THE LIFT TRUCK AND MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY OPERATORS.

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  • Page 1 BP 249 44158 ANCENIS CEDEX - FRANCE TEL: 33 (0)2 40 09 10 11 YOUR DEALER 547896 EN (17/12/20007) MT 523 Série B-E2 MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 MT 620 Série B-E2 OPERATOR'S MANUAL THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL MUST BE KEPT IN THE LIFT TRUCK AND MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY OPERATORS.
  • Page 3 1 - OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 - DESCRIPTION 3 - MAINTENANCE 4 - ADAPTABLE ATTACHMENTS IN OPTION ON THE RANGE 17/07/2004 1ST DATE OF ISSUE 13/05/2005 UP DATING 16/09/2005 UP DATING (1-9) 02/02/2007 UP DATING (2-6 – 2-12 ; 2-15 ; 2-25 ; 2-34 – 2-40 ; 3-8 ; 3-10 ; 3-11 ; 3-20 ; 3-37 ; 4-18) 17/12/2007 UP DATING (2-39 ;...
  • Page 5 1 - O PERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTRUCTIONS TO THE COMPANY MANAGER 1 - 4 THE OPERATOR 1 - 4 THE LIFT TRUCK 1 - 4 A - THE LIFT TRUCK’S SUITABILITY FOR THE JOB 1 - 4 B - ADAPTATION OF THE LIFT TRUCK TO STANDARD ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 1 - 4 C - MODIFICATION OF THE LIFT TRUCK 1 - 5 THE INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 8: Instructions To The Company Manager

    A - THE TRUCK’S SUITABILITY FOR THE JOB - MANITOU has ensured that this lift truck is suitable for use under the standard operating conditions defined in this operator’s manual, with a STATIC test coefficient OF 1.33 and a DYNAMIC test coefficient OF 1, as specified in harmonized norm EN 1459 for variable range trucks.

  • Page 9: C - Modification Of The Lift Truck

    C - MODIFICATION OF THE LIFT TRUCK - For your safety and that of others, you must not change the structure and settings of the various components used in your lift truck (hydraulic pressure, calibrating limiters, I.C. engine speed, addition of extra equipment, addition of counterweight, unapproved attachments, alarm systems, etc.) yourself.

  • Page 10: Instructions For The Operator

    INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPERATOR PREAMBULE WHENEVER YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL IT MEANS: WARNING ! BE CAREFUL ! YOUR SAFETY OR THE SAFETY OF THE LIFT TRUCK IS AT RISK. T he risk of accident while using, servicing or repairing your lift truck can be restricted if you follow the safety instructions and safety measures detailed in these instruction. - Only the operations and manœuvres described in these operator’s manual must be performed. The manufacturer cannot predict all possible risky situations.

  • Page 11: E - Lifting People

    • Right-hand column - With an ORH lift truck, people can only be lifted using platforms designed by MANITOU for the purpose. - MANITOU sells equipment specifically designed for lifting people (OPTION ORH lift truck, contact your dealer).

  • Page 12: Operating Instructions Unladen And Laden

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS UNLADEN AND LADEN A - BEFORE STARTING THE LIFT TRUCK - Carry out daily maintenance (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: A - DAILY OR EVERY 10 HOURS SERVICE). - Make sure the lights, indicators and windscreen wipers are working properly. - Make sure the rear view mirrors are in good condition, clean and properly adjusted. - Make sure the horn works.

  • Page 13: C - Environment

    C - ENVIRONMENT - Comply with site safety regulations. - If you have to use the lift truck in a dark area or at night, make sure it is equipped with working lights. - During handling operations, make sure that no one is in the way of the lift truck and its load. - Do not allow anybody to come near the working area of the lift truck or pass beneath an elevated load.

  • Page 14: E - Starting The Lift Truck

    E - STARTING THE LIFT TRUCK SAFETY NOTICE T he lift truck must only be started up or manoeuvred when the operator is sitting in the driver’s cab, with his seat belt adjusted and fastened. - Never try to start the lift truck by pushing or towing it. Such operation may cause severe damage to the transmission. If necessary, to tow the lift truck in an emergency, the transmission must be placed in the neutral position (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: G - OCCASIONAL MAINTENANCE).

  • Page 15: G - Stopping The Lift Truck

    - Use the rear-view mirrors frequently. - Drive round obstacles. - Never drive on the edge of a ditch or steep slope. - It is dangerous to use two lift trucks simultaneously to handle heavy or voluminous loads, since this operation requires particular precautions to be taken.

  • Page 16: H - Driving The Lift Truck On The Public Highway

    H - DRIVING THE LIFT TRUCK ON THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Operators driving on the public highway must comply with current highway code legislation. - The lift truck must comply with current road legislation. If necessary, there are optional solutions. Contact your dealer. INSTRUCTIONS - Make sure the revolving light is in place, switch it on and verify its operation.
  • Page 17 DRIVING THE LIFT TRUCK WITH A FRONT-MOUNTED ATTACHMENT - You must comply with current regulations in your country, covering the possibility of driving on the public highway with a front- mounted attachment on your lift truck. - If road legislation in your country authorizes circulation with a front-mounted attachment, you must at least: •...

  • Page 18: Instructions For Handling A Load

    A - CHOICE OF ATTACHMENTS - Only attachments approved by MANITOU can be used on its lift trucks. - Make sure the attachment is appropriate for the work to be done (see: 4 - ADAPTABLE ATTACHMENTS IN OPTION ON THE RANGE).

  • Page 19: D - Transverse Attitude Of The Lift Truck

    D - TRANSVERSE ATTITUDE OF THE LIFT TRUCK Depending on the model of lift truck The transverse attitude is the transverse slope of the chassis with respect to the horizontal. Raising the jib reduces the lift truck’s lateral stability. The transverse attitude must be set with the jib in down position as follows: 1 - LIFT TRUCK WITHOUT SLOPE CORRECTOR USED ON TYRES - Position the lift truck so that the bubble in the level is between the two lines (see: 2 -...

  • Page 20: F - Taking Up And Laying A High Load On Tyres

    F - TAKING UP AND LAYING A HIGH LOAD ON TYRES Y ou must not raise the jib if you have not checked the transverse attitude of the lift truck (see: INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING A LOAD: D - TRANSVERSE ATTITUDE OF THE LIFT TRUCK). REMINDER: Make sure that the following operations can be performed with good visibility (see: OPERATIONS INSTRUCTIONS UNLADEN AND LADEN: D - VISIBILITY).
  • Page 21 LAYING A HIGH LOAD ON TYRES - Approach the load in the transport position in front of the pile (fig. F6). - Put the handbrake on and set the reversing lever to neutral. - Lift and extend the jib (1) (2) until the load is above the pile, while keeping an eye on the longitudinal stability alarm (see: INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING A LOAD: C - LONGITUDINAL STABILITY ALARM).

  • Page 22: G - Taking Up And Laying A High Load On Stabilizers

    G - TAKING UP AND LAYING A HIGH LOAD ON STABILIZERS Depending on the model of lift truck Y ou must not raise the jib if you have not checked the transverse attitude of the lift truck (see: INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING A LOAD: D - TRANSVERSE ATTITUDE OF THE LIFT TRUCK). REMINDER: Make sure that the following operations can be performed with good visibility (see: OPERATIONS INSTRUCTIONS UNLADEN AND LADEN: D - VISIBILITY). USING THE STABILIZERS The stabilizers are used to optimise the lift truck’s lifting performances (see: 2 - DESCRIPTION: INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS).
  • Page 23 TAKING UP A HIGH LOAD ON STABILIZERS - Make sure the forks will fit easily under the load. - Check the position of the lift truck with respect to the load and make a test run, if necessary, without taking the load. - Raise and extend the jib (1) (2) until the forks are at the level of the load (fig.

  • Page 24: Operating Instructions The Platform

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS THE PLATFORM For ORH lift trucks I nstallation of the platform on the lift truck is only possible if the shields «operating the platform» of the lift truck and the platform are identical (see: 2 - DESCRIPTION: OPERATING THE PLATFORM). A - DISPOSITION IN THE PLATFORM - Wear clothes suited for operating the platform, avoid loose clothes. - Never operate the platform when hands or feet are wet or soiled with greasy substances. - It is highly recommended that a safety harness be worn and hooked onto the ring placed there for this purpose.

  • Page 25: Instructions For Using The Radio-Control

    INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE RADIO-CONTROL For lift trucks with RC radio control HOW TO USE THE RADIO-CONTROL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - This radio-control consists of electronic and mechanical safety elements. It cannot receive commands from another transmitter because the internal encoding is unique to each radio-control. I f it is used improperly or incorrectly, there is a risk of danger to: - The physical and mental health of the user or others.

  • Page 26: Maintenance Instructions Of The Lift Truck

    MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS OF THE LIFT TRUCK GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS - Ensure the area is sufficiently ventilated before starting the lift truck. - Wear clothes suitable for the maintenance of the lift truck, avoid wearing jewellery and loose clothes. Tie and protect your hair, if necessary. - Stop the I.C. engine and remove the ignition key, when an intervention is necessary. - Read the operator’s manual carefully.

  • Page 27: Welding

    WELDING - Disconnect the battery before any welding operations on the lift truck. - When carrying out electric welding work on the lift truck, connect the negative cable from the equipment directly to the part being welded, so as to avoid high tension current passing through the alternator. - Never carry out welding or work which gives off heat on an assembled tyre.

  • Page 28: If The Lift Truck Is Not To Be Used For A Long Time

    The following recommendations are intended to prevent the lift truck from being damaged when it is withdrawn from service for an extended period. For these operations, we recommend the use of a MANITOU protective product, reference 603726. Instructions for using the product are given on the packaging.

  • Page 29: Bringing The Lift Truck Back Into Service

    BRINGING THE LIFT TRUCK BACK INTO SERVICE - Remove the waterproof adhesive tape from all the holes. - Refit the intake hose. - Refit and reconnect the battery. - Remove the protection from the cylinder rods. - Perform the daily service (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: A - DAILY OR EVERY 10 HOURS SERVICE). - Put the handbrake on and remove the axle stands.
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  • Page 31 2 - DESCRIPTION 2 - DESCRIPTION 2 - 1...
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  • Page 33 TABLE OF CONTENTS IDENTIFICATION OF THE LIFT TRUCK 2 - 4 CHARACTERISTICS 2 - 6 MT 523 Série B-E2 2 - 6 and 2 - 8 MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 2 - 6 and 2 - 8 MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 2 - 6 and 2 - 10 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 2 - 6 and 2 - 10...
  • Page 34 Pression des pneumatiques (Bar) (sur accrochage remorque) N°240804 I.C. ENGINE (FIG. B) - I.C. engine Nr HYDROSTATIC PUMP (FIG. C) - MANITOU reference - Type of codification - Serial Nr - Manufacturer’s Nr - Year of manufacture HYDROSTATIC MOTOR (FIG. D)
  • Page 35 FRONT AXLE (FIG. E) - Type - Serial Nr - MANITOU reference REAR AXLE (FIG. F) - Type - Serial Nr - MANITOU reference OVERHEAD GUARD (FIG. G) MT 523 Série B-E2 MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 MT 620 Série B-E2...
  • Page 36 CHARACTERISTICS I.C. ENGINE - Type MT 523 Série B-E2 PERKINS 1103C-33 DC38182 MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 PERKINS 1103C-33 DC38182 MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 PERKINS 1103C-33T DD38220 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 PERKINS 1103C-33T DD38220 MT 620 Série B-E2 PERKINS 1103C-33 DC38182 1103C-33 1103C-33T...
  • Page 37 FRONT AXLE - Type DANA - Limited slip differential - Hub reducers Épicycloïdal REAR AXLE - Type DANA - Hub reducers Épicycloïdal BRAKE - Service brake Foot pedal. Hydraulic brake, applied on the front wheels. . Type Multidisc brake immersed in oil. - Parking brake Mechanical hand lever applied on the front wheels.
  • Page 38 CHARACTERISTICS MT 523 Série B-E2 MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 FRONT AND REAR TYRES PRESSURE ON THE CONTACT SURFACE AREA OF THE CONTACT SURFACE DIMENSIONS PRESSURE TYRE LOAD HARD GROUND LIGHT GROUND HARD GROUND LIGHT GROUND FRONT UNLADEN 1150 KG 7,82 KG/CM2 2,50 KG/CM2 147 CM2...
  • Page 39 SPECIFICATIONS - Level of sound pressure in the driver's cab LpA 80 dB (according to standard prEN 12053: 1995) - Level of sound power in the LwA environment 104 dB (according to directive 2000/14/EC modified by directive 2005/88/EC) - Average weighted acceleration on driver's body m/s2 (according to standard NF EN 13059) - The average weighted acceleration trannsmitted to the driver's...
  • Page 40 CHARACTERISTICS MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 FRONT AND REAR TYRES PRESSURE ON THE CONTACT SURFACE AREA OF THE CONTACT SURFACE DIMENSIONS PRESSURE TYRE LOAD HARD GROUND LIGHT GROUND HARD GROUND LIGHT GROUND FRONT UNLADEN 1150 KG 7,82 KG/CM2 2,50 KG/CM2...
  • Page 41 SPECIFICATIONS - Level of sound pressure in the driver's cab LpA 79 dB (according to standard prEN 12053: 1995) - Level of sound power in the LwA environment 104 dB (according to directive 2000/14/EC modified by directive 2005/88/EC) - Average weighted acceleration on driver's body m/s2 (according to standard NF EN 13059) - The average weighted acceleration trannsmitted to the driver's...
  • Page 42 CHARACTERISTICS MT 620 Série B-E2 FRONT AND REAR TYRES PRESSURE ON THE CONTACT SURFACE AREA OF THE CONTACT SURFACE DIMENSIONS PRESSURE TYRE LOAD HARD GROUND LIGHT GROUND HARD GROUND LIGHT GROUND FRONT UNLADEN KG/CM2 KG/CM2 KG/CM2 KG/CM2 12.0-18 12PR T86 FRONT LADEN KG/CM2 KG/CM2...
  • Page 43 SPECIFICATIONS - Level of sound pressure in the driver's cab LpA 80 dB (according to standard prEN 12053: 1995) - Level of sound power in the LwA environment 104 dB (according to directive 2000/14/EC modified by directive 2005/88/EC) - Average weighted acceleration on driver's body m/s2 (according to standard NF EN 13059) - The average weighted acceleration trannsmitted to the driver's...
  • Page 44 DIMENSIONS AND LOAD CHART MT 523 Série B-E2 MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 MADE IN FRANCE 1200 mm 2230 mm 1066 mm 1005 mm 4201 mm 4140 mm 3605 mm 5401 mm 1500 mm 1500 mm 290 mm 335 mm 305 mm 905 mm 865 mm...
  • Page 45 DIMENSIONS AND LOAD CHART MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 MADE IN FRANCE MADE IN FRANCE 1200 mm 2230 mm 1070 mm 1005 mm 4205 mm 4140 mm 3626 mm 5405 mm 1500 mm 1500 mm 305 mm 355 mm 325 mm...
  • Page 46 DIMENSIONS AND LOAD CHART MT 620 Série B-E2 1200 mm 2430 mm 1245 mm 1184 mm 4571 mm 4510 mm 3741 mm MT620 - 16.5" 5771 mm 1520 mm 1520 mm 245 mm 273 mm 5.56 70° 249 mm 60° 905 mm 50°...
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  • Page 48 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS MT/MLT 523 . . . MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 2 - 18...
  • Page 49 DESCRIPTION 1 - DRIVER'S SEAT 2 - SAFETY BELT 3 - CONTROL AND SIGNAL LIGHTS PANEL 4 - LONGITUDINAL STABILITY ALARM 5 - SWITCHS PANEL 6 - LIGHT SWITCH, HORN AND INDICATOR SWITCH 7 - IGNITION SWITCH 8 - BRAKING OIL TANK AND WINDSCREEN WASHER ACCESS PANEL 9 - BRAKING OIL TANK 10 - WINDSCREEN WASHER TANK 11 - FUSES AND RELAY ACCESS PANEL...
  • Page 50 1 - DRIVER'S SEAT STANDARD MT 523 Série B-E2 MT 523 Série MONO-ULTRA B-E2 MT 620 Série B-E2 DESIGNED FOR MAXIMUM COMFORT, THIS SEAT CAN BE ADJUSTED AS FOLLOWS. LONGITUDINAL ADJUSTMENT - Pull locking lever 1 towards the right. - Slide the seat to the required position. - Release the lever and be sure it returns to the lock position.
  • Page 51 SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTMENT (FIG. D) The depth of the seat may be adjusted to suit the individual. - Press the right-hand button while raising or lowering the seat to find the desired position. EXTENDING THE HEAD-REST (FIG. E) - The height of the back-rest can be adjusted by pulling it upwards (the notches will click) up to the stop.
  • Page 52 1 - PNEUMATIC DRIVER'S SEAT (OPTION) DESIGNED FOR MAXIMUM COMFORT, THIS SEAT CAN BE ADJUSTED AS FOLLOWS. WEIGHT AND SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT WEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (FIG. A) It is advised that you adjust the seat according to your weight when sitting. - Switch on lift truck ignition.
  • Page 53 ADJUSTMENT OF THE ANGLE OF THE BACK-REST (FIG. G) - Support the back-rest, pull the lever and position the back-rest to find the desired position. If you do not support the back-rest when making adjustments, it swings completely forwards. HORIZONTAL SHOCK ABSORBER (FIG. H) In certain conditions (e.g.
  • Page 54 3 - CONTROL AND SIGNAL LIGHTS PANEL B3 B4 CONTROL INSTRUMENTS A - HOURMETER B - I.C. ENGINE WATER TEMPERATURE Temperature zone B1 - Blue zone (0° - 50°) B2 - Green zone (50° - 100°) B3 - Black/red zone (100° - 105°) B4 - Red zone (105°...
  • Page 55 4 - LONGITUDINAL STABILITY ALARM This device warns the operator that the lift truck is approaching the limit of longitudinal stability. However, lateral stability can reduce the load chart in the upper part, and this reduction is not detected by the longitudinal stability alarm. The operator must always respect the lift truck load chart.
  • Page 56 5 - SWITCHS PANEL The location of the switches may vary depending on the options. A - WARNING LIGHTS This switch enables the L.H. and R.H. Indicators to be switched on simultaneously, with the ignition off. The signal light indicates that the switch is being used. B - FLASHING LIGHT C - FRONT WINDSCREEN WIPER AND WINDSCREEN WASHER This switch, when set on on the "intermediate"...
  • Page 57 6 - LIGHT SWITCH, HORN AND INDICATOR SWITCH The switch controls the visual and sound alarms. A - All lights are off, the direction indicators do not flash. B - The right hand direction indicators flash. C - The left hand direction indicators flash. D - The sidelights and the rear lights are on.
  • Page 58 12 - FUSE AND RELAY DIST. A sticker on the inside of the access panel gives a clear display of the use of the components described below. OPT. OPT. K0 - OPTION Air conditioning. K1 - OPTION. K2 - Transmission cut-off relay. K3 - Reverse gear relay.
  • Page 59 F27 - (15A MAX.) - Low beam (15A). - Low beam indicator light (15A). - OPTION Rear fog light (15A). F28 - (15A MAX.) - Main beam (15A). - Main beam lamp (15A). F29 - (25A MAX.) - Hazard warning lights power supply (15A). - Roof light (15A).
  • Page 60 18 - STEERING SELECTION Before selecting one of the three possible steering positions, bring the 4 wheels into alignment, i.e., in the straight ahead position. A - STEERING SELECTION LEVER A1 - Front wheel steer (highway traffic). A2 - Front and rear wheels steer in opposite direction (4 wheel steer). A3 - Front and rear wheels steer in the same direction (crab steer).
  • Page 61 MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 NOTE: If necessary use the steering to reset the hydraulic control steering accumulator. LIFTING OF THE LOAD - The lever A backwards when lifting. - The lever A forwards when lowering. TILT OF THE CARRIAGE - The lever A to the left for reverse tilt.
  • Page 62 21 - AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS (OPTION AIR CONDITIONING) MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 The air conditioning only comes on when the forklift truck has been started up. When using your air conditioning, you must work with the doors and windows closed.
  • Page 63 24 - HEATING VENTS MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 These heating vents enable the air to be directed to the interior of the cabin and onto the side windows. 25 - DOOR LOCK STANDARD MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 OPTION...
  • Page 64 31 - REAR LIGHTS A - Left rear indicator. B - Left rear stoplight. Left tail light. C - Right tail light. Right rear stoplight. D - Right rear indicator. 32 - REVOLVING LIGHT The revolving light pivots for space-saving on the lift truck and can be detached to prevent theft.
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  • Page 66 TOWING PIN AND HOOK Located at the rear of the lift truck, this device is used to attach a trailer. Its capacity is limited for each lift truck by the authorised gross vehicle weight, tractive effort and maximum vertical force on the coupling point. This information is given on the manufacturer's plate fixed to each lift truck (see: 2 - DESCRIPTION: IDENTIFICATION OF THE LIFT TRUCK).
  • Page 67 C - COUPLING LADDER (OPTION) COUPLING AND UNCOUPLING THE TRAILER - To couple the trailer, position the lift truck as close as possible to the trailer ring. - Put the handbrake on and switch off the I.C. engine. ON THE FIXED PIN - Remove pin 1, remove rod 2 and raise latch 3.
  • Page 68 DESCRIPTION AND USE OF ELECTRIC AND HYDRAULIC OPTIONS 1 - REAR ELECTRIC SOCKET Enables power supply connection for a trailer (see: 2 - DESCRIPTION: TOWING PIN AND HOOK) or signalling bar. A - Left rear indicator. C - Earth. D - Right rear indicator. E - Right tail light.
  • Page 69 4 - PREHEATING ROD Enables the motor unit to be kept warm during prolonged periods of stoppage and thus, ensures the improved start-up of the I.C. engine. SUPPLY CHARACTERISTICS OF PREHEATING SYSTEM: • Rated range of power: 220-240V ; 50-60Hz •...
  • Page 70 7 - ELECTRICAL JIB PROVISION Enables an electrical function to be used at the head of the jib. FUNCTIONING MT 523 Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MT 620 Série B-E2 - Hold button 1 down and move the lever forwards or backwards. FUNCTIONING MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2...
  • Page 71 9 - HYDRAULIC ATTACHMENT LOCKING Enables attachment locking to be controlled on the carriage and the use of a hydraulic attachment on the same hydraulic circuit (see: 4 - ADAPTABLE ATTACHMENTS IN OPTION ON THE RANGE: PICKING UP THE ATTACHMENTS). 10 - JIB HEAD ELECTROVALVE Enables use of two hydraulic functions on the attachment circuit.
  • Page 72 12 - CUTTING OFF "SIMPLE" HYDRAULIC MOVEMENTS The function which cuts hydraulic movements is used to automatically stop dangerous movement of the jib when you are close to the limit of longitudinal stability. However, lateral stability can reduce the load chart in its upper part and this reduction is not detected by the longitudinal stability alarm.
  • Page 73 13 - CUTTING-OFF "AGGRAVATING" HYDRAULIC MOVEMENTS The function which cuts hydraulic movements is used to automatically stop dangerous movement of the jib when you are close to the limit of longitudinal stability. However, lateral stability can reduce the load chart in its upper part and this reduction is not detected by the longitudinal stability alarm.
  • Page 74 14 - SINGLE OR DUAL EFFECT REAR HYDRAULIC CONTROL PREDISPOSITION Enables the use of a hydraulic accessory at the rear of the lift truck (e.g. a trailer with hydraulic tipping). FUNCTIONING MT 523 Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MT 620 Série B-E2 - Lever 1 controls this predisposition.
  • Page 75 3 - MAINTENANCE 3 - MAINTENANCE 3 - 1...
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  • Page 77 TABLE OF CONTENTS MANITOU ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS AND EQUIPMENT 3 - 5 FILTERS CARTRIDGES AND BELTS 3 - 6 MT 523 Série B-E2 3 - 6 MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 3 - 6 MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 3 - 7 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2...
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  • Page 79 - Improvements due to experience feedback. - Operator training. - Only the MANITOU network has detailed knowledge of the design of the lift truck and therefore the best technical ability to provide maintenance. ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE DISTRIBUTED EXCLUSIVELY BY MANITOU AND ITS DEALER NETWORK.
  • Page 80 FILTERS CARTRIDGES AND BELTS MT 523 Série B-E2 MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 MT 620 Série B-E2 I.C. ENGINE I.C. ENGINE OIL FILTER ALTERNATOR BELT Part number: 133755 Part number: 705401 Change: 500 H (up to the engine N° U031799M) DRY AIR FILTER CARTRIDGE ALTERNATOR BELT Part number: 227959...
  • Page 81 FILTERS CARTRIDGES AND BELTS MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 I.C. ENGINE I.C. ENGINE OIL FILTER ALTERNATOR BELT Part number: 133755 Part number: 702974 Change: 500 H (from the engine N° U031800M) DRY AIR FILTER CARTRIDGE FAN/COMPRESSEUR BELT Part number: 227959 (OPTION AIR CONDITIONING)
  • Page 82 USE THE RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND FUEL: - For topping up, oils may not be miscible. - For oil changes, MANITOU oils are perfectly appropriate. DIAGNOSTIC ANALYSIS OF OILS If a service or maintenance contract has been organized with the dealer, a diagnostic analysis of engine, transmission and axle oils may be requested depending on the rate of use.
  • Page 83 BRAKE ORGANS TO BE LUBRICATED RECOMMENDATION PACKAGING PART NUMBER MANITOU Oil BRAKE CIRCUIT 1 L. 490408 Mineral brake fluid ORGANS TO BE LUBRICATED RECOMMENDATION PACKAGING PART NUMBER CAB DOOR 400 g. 161589 STANDARD MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 1 Kg.
  • Page 84 SERVICING SCHEDULE A = AJUST N = CLEAN After 1 year 1 year C = CHECK P = BLEED the first 2000 4000 D = DESCALE R = CHANGE hours hours 1000 hours hours G = GREASE V = DRAIN hours hours hours...
  • Page 85 A = AJUST N = CLEAN After 1 year 1 year C = CHECK P = BLEED the first 2000 4000 D = DESCALE R = CHANGE hours hours 1000 hours hours G = GREASE V = DRAIN hours hours hours hours BRAKE...
  • Page 86 A - DAILY OR EVERY 10 HOURS SERVICE A1 - I.C. ENGINE OIL LEVEL A1/1 CHECK Place the lift truck on level ground with the I.C. engine stopped, and let the oil drain into the sump. - Open the I.C. engine bonnet. - Remove the dipstick 1 (fig.
  • Page 87 If the lift truck is used in an abrasive environment (dust, sand, coal…) Use lubricating varnish (MANITOU reference: 483536). In this respect, consult your dealer. NOTE: A jib sealing kit is available as an OPTION. MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2...
  • Page 88 Never clean the cartridge by tapping it against a hard surface. Your eyes must be protected during this intervention. - Clean the cartridge seal surfaces with a damp, clean lint-free cloth and grease with a silicone lubricant (MANITOU reference: 479292).
  • Page 89 B4 - JIB B4/1 GREASE To be carried out weekly, if the lift truck has been operated for less than 50 hours during the week. In the event of prolonged use in an extremely dusty or oxidising atmosphere, reduce this interval to 10 working hours or every day.
  • Page 90 B5 - HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL B5/1 CHECK Place the lift truck on level ground with the I.C. engine stopped, and the jib retracted and lowered as far as possible. - Refer to gauge 1 (fig. B5/1). - The oil level is correct when it is at the level of the red point. - If necessary, add oil (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: LUBRICANTS AND FUEL).
  • Page 91 B7 - WINDSCREEN WASHER LIQUID LEVEL B7/1 CHECK - Loosen screw 1 (fig. B7/1) and remove the access panel for braking oil tank and windscreen washer tank 2 (fig. B7/1). - Check visually the level. - If necessary add windscreen washer liquid (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: LUBRICANTS AND FUEL) by filler port 3 (fig.
  • Page 92 B10 - BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL B10/1 CHECK Check the electrolyte level in each cell of the battery. If the lift truck is working in a high temperature environment, check the level more frequently than every 50 hours service. - Open the side bonnet. - Disassemble the fastening plate 1 (fig.
  • Page 93 B13 - TRANSMISSION UNIVERSAL JOINT B13/1 GREASE Clean and lubricate the following points with grease (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: LUBRICANTS AND FUEL) and remove the surplus of grease. - Remove access panel 1 (fig. B13/1). 3 - Lubricators of the universal joint Front axle (fig. B13/2) / Rear axle (fig. B13/3) (3 lubricators).
  • Page 94 C - EVERY 250 HOURS SERVICE Carry out the operations described previously as well as the following operations. C1 - ALTERNATOR/CRANKSHAFT BELT TENSION C1/1 CHECK - ADJUST - Open the I.C. engine bonnet. - Unscrew the fastening screws 1 (fig. C1/1). - Lay down the protective guard 2 (fig.
  • Page 95 C3 - LEVEL OF THE TRANSFER BOX OIL C3/1 CHECK Place the lift truck on level ground with the engine stopped. - Remove access panel 1 (fig. C3/1). - Remove level plug 2 (fig. C3/2). The oil should be flush with the edge of the filler port. - If necessary, add oil (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: LUBRICANTS AND FUEL) by the same filler port.
  • Page 96 C5 - CAB VENTILATION FILTER (OPTION AIR CONDITIONING) CHANGE MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 - Lift up protective casing 1 (fig. C5). - Lift out cabin ventilation filter 2 (fig. C5) and fit new replacement filter (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: FILTERS CARTRIDGES AND BELTS).
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  • Page 98 D - EVERY 500 HOURS SERVICE Carry out the operations described previously as well as the following operations. D1 - I.C. ENGINE OIL D1/1 DRAIN D2 - I.C. ENGINE OIL FILTER CHANGE Place the lift truck on level ground, let the I.C. engine run at idle for a few minutes, then stop the I.C.
  • Page 99 D3 - DRY AIR FILTER CARTRIDGE CHANGE In case of use in a heavily dust laden atmosphere, there are pre-filtration cartridges, see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: FILTERS CARTRIDGES AND BELTS. Also, the checking and cleaning periodicity of the cartridge must be reduced (up to 250 hours in a heavily laden dust atmosphere and with pre-filtration).
  • Page 100 D5 - HYDRAULIC RETURN OIL FILTER CARTRIDGE D5/1 CHANGE Stop the I.C. engine and remove the pressure from the circuits by acting on the hydraulic controls. Thoroughly clean the outside of the filter and its surroundings before any intervention in order to prevent any risk of polluting the hydraulic circuit.
  • Page 101 TELESCOPING CIRCUIT: - Start up the lift truck and raise the jib as far as it will go, extending the telescope(s) completely. - With the I.C. engine running at mid- speed, retract the telescope(s). When retracting the jib, switch off the I.C. engine; movement should slow down as the I.C.
  • Page 102 D10 - TRANSFER BOX OIL D10/1 DRAIN Place the lift truck on level ground with the engine stopped and the transfer box oil still warm. Dispose the drain oil in an ecological manner. - Remove access panel 1 (fig. D10/1). - Place a container under drain plug 2 (fig.
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  • Page 104 E - EVERY 1000 HOURS SERVICE Carry out the operations described previously as well as the following operations. E1 - FUEL TANK E1/1 CLEAN While carrying out these operations, do not smoke or work near a flame. Place the lift truck on level ground with the I.C. engine stopped. - Inspect the parts susceptible to leaks in the fuel circuit and in the tank.
  • Page 105 E3 - HYDRAULIC OIL E3/1 DRAIN E4 - SUCTION STRAINER FOR HYDRAULIC OIL TANK CLEAN E5 - FILTER CAP FOR HYDRAULIC OIL TANK CHANGE Place the lift truck on level ground with the I.C. engine stopped and telescope jib retracted and lowered as far as possible.
  • Page 106 E6 - SEAT BELT CHECK SEAT BELT WITH TWO ANCHORING POINTS - Check the following points: • Fixing of the anchoring points on the seat. • Cleanness of the strap and the locking mechanism. • Triggering of the locking mechanism. •...
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  • Page 108 F - EVERY 2000 HOURS SERVICE Carry out the operations described previously as well as the following operations. F1 - COOLING LIQUID F1/1 DRAIN These operations are to be carried out if necessary or every two years at the beginning of winter.
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  • Page 110 G - OCCASIONAL MAINTENANCE G1 - FUEL SYSTEM BLEED These operations are to be carried out only in the following cases: • A component of the fuel system replaced. • A drained tank. • Running out of fuel. Ensure that the level of fuel in the tank is sufficient and bleed in the following order: - Open the I.C.
  • Page 111 In the event of a wheel being changed on the public highway, make sure of the following points: For this operation, we advise you to use the hydraulic jack MANITOU reference 505507 and the safety support MANITOU reference 554772. - Stop the lift truck, if possible on even and hard ground.
  • Page 112 G4 - LIFT TRUCK G4/1 SLING - Take into account the position of the lift truck gravity center for lifting (Fig. G4/1). A = 1170 mm B = 1050 mm MT 523 Série B-E2 A = 1170 mm B = 1050 mm MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 A = 1210 mm B = 1010 mm...
  • Page 113 G4/2 G5/4 G5/5 G6 - FRONT HEADLAMPS ADJUST RECOMMENDED SETTING h2 = h1 - (l x 2 / 100) (as per standard ECE-76/756 76/761 ECE20) Set to - 2% of the dipped beam in relation to the horizontal line of the headlamp.
  • Page 114 H - EVERY TWO YEARS (OPTION AIR CONDITIONING) MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 WARNING: NEVER TRY TO REPAIR ANY ANOMALIES YOURSELF. TO RECHARGE A CIRCUIT, ALWAYS CONTACT YOUR DEALER WHO HAS THE APPROPRIATE SPARE PARTS, TECHNICAL TRAINING AND NECESSARY TOOLS. - Do not open the circuit under any circumstances as this would cause the coolant to be lost.
  • Page 115 ADAPTABLE ADAPTABLE ATTACHMENTS ATTACHMENTS IN OPTION ON IN OPTION ON THE RANGE THE RANGE 4 - 1...
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  • Page 117 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4 - 5 PICKING UP THE ATTACHMENTS 4 - 6 A - ATTACHMENT WITHOUT HYDRAULICS AND HAND LOCKING DEVICE 4 - 6 B - ATTACHMENT WITHOUT HYDRAULICS AND HYDRAULIC LOCKING DEVICE (OPTION) MT 523 Série B-E2 4 - 7 MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 4 - 8...
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  • Page 119: Introduction

    Only attachments approved by MANITOU are to be used on our lift trucks (see: 4 - ADAPTABLE ATTACHMENTS IN OPTION ON THE RANGE: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF ATTACHMENTS). The manufacturer's liability will be denied in case of modification or of attachment adaptation carried out without his knowing it.

  • Page 120: Picking Up The Attachments

    PICKING UP THE ATTACHMENTS A - ATTACHMENT WITHOUT HYDRAULICS AND HAND LOCKING DEVICE TAKING UP AN ATTACHMENT - Ensure that the attachment is in a position facilitating the locking to the carriage. If it is not correctly oriented, take the necessary precautions in order to move it safely. - Check that the locking pin and the clip are in position in the bracket (fig.

  • Page 121: B - Attachment Without Hydraulics And Hydraulic Locking Device (Option)

    B - ATTACHMENT WITHOUT HYDRAULICS AND HYDRAULIC LOCKING DEVICE (OPTION) MT 523 Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MT 620 Série B-E2 TAKING UP AN ATTACHMENT - Ensure that the attachment is in a position facilitating the locking to the carriage. If it is not correctly oriented, take the necessary precautions in order to move it safely.
  • Page 122 B - ATTACHMENT WITHOUT HYDRAULICS AND HYDRAULIC LOCKING DEVICE (OPTION) MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 TAKING UP AN ATTACHMENT - Ensure that the attachment is in a position facilitating the locking to the carriage. If it is not correctly oriented, take the necessary precautions in order to move it safely.
  • Page 123 C - HYDRAULIC ATTACHMENT AND HAND LOCKING DEVICE MT 523 Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MT 620 Série B-E2 TAKING UP AN ATTACHMENT - Ensure that the attachment is in a position facilitating the locking to the carriage. If it is not correctly oriented, take the necessary precautions in order to move it safely.

  • Page 124: C - Hydraulic Attachment And Hand Locking Device

    C - HYDRAULIC ATTACHMENT AND HAND LOCKING DEVICE MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 TAKING UP AN ATTACHMENT - Ensure that the attachment is in a position facilitating the locking to the carriage. If it is not correctly oriented, take the necessary precautions in order to move it safely.
  • Page 125 D - HYDRAULIC ATTACHMENT AND HYDRAULIC LOCKING DEVICE (OPTION) MT 523 Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo Série B-E2 MT 620 Série B-E2 TAKING UP AN ATTACHMENT - Ensure that the attachment is in a position facilitating the locking to the carriage. If it is not correctly oriented, take the necessary precautions in order to move it safely.

  • Page 126: D - Hydraulic Attachment And Hydraulic Locking Device (Option)

    D - HYDRAULIC ATTACHMENT AND HYDRAULIC LOCKING DEVICE (OPTION) MT 523 MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 MLT 523 Turbo MONO-ULTRA Série B-E2 TAKING UP AN ATTACHMENT - Ensure that the attachment is in a position facilitating the locking to the carriage. If it is not correctly oriented, take the necessary precautions in order to move it safely.
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  • Page 128: Technical Specifications Of Attachments

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF ATTACHMENTS FLOATING FORK CARRIAGE TFF 29 MT-1040 S2 TFF 29 MT-1300 S2 REFERENCE 654340 654341 Nominal load capacity 2300 Kg 2300 Kg Width 1040 mm 1300 mm Weight 285 Kg 325 Kg FLOATING FORK SIDE-SHIFT CARRIAGE TFF 29 MT-1040 DL TFF 29 MT-1300 DL REFERENCE 570729...
  • Page 129 STANDARDISED TILTING FORK CARRIAGE PFB 25 N MT-1020 PFB 25 N MT-1260 REFERENCE 571958 571959 Nominal load capacity 2300 Kg 2300 Kg Width 1020 mm 1260 mm Weight 80 Kg 90 Kg STANDARDISED SIDE-SHIFT CARRIAGE TDL 2,5T L1020 FEM2 TDL 2,5T L1260 FEM2 REFERENCE 653013 653014...
  • Page 130 BUILDING BUCKET CBC 650 L1850 CBC 700 L1950 REFERENCE 654473 654472 Nominal load capacity 676 L 697 L Width 1850 mm 1950 mm Weight 317 Kg 326 Kg LOADING BUCKET CBR 730 L1850 CBR 780 L1950 REFERENCE 571831 570613 Nominal load capacity 735 L 778 L Width...
  • Page 131 4 X 1 MULTIPURPOSE BUCKET CB4X1-700 L1950 REFERENCE 654434 Nominal load capacity 700 L Width 1950 mm Weight 615 Kg BUCKET WITH GRAB CBG 1800 S4 CBG 1950 DA S4 REFERENCE 653004 653007 Nominal load capacity 0,9 m3 1 m3 Width 1800 mm 1950 mm...
  • Page 132 CONCRETE BUCKET (ADAPTABLE ON FORKS) BB 500 S4 BBH 500 S4 REFERENCE 654409 654410 Nominal load capacity 500 L/1300 Kg 500 L/1300 Kg Width 1100 mm 1100 mm Weight 210 Kg 230 Kg CONCRETE BUCKET WITH SPOUT (ADAPTABLE ON FORKS) BBG 500 S4 BBHG 500 S4 REFERENCE...
  • Page 133 MANURE FORK WITH GRAB FFGR 1700 DA FFGR 1950 DA REFERENCE 653012 653048 Nominal load capacity 2,5 m3 2,9 m3 Width 1700 mm 1950 mm Finger Grab Weight 505 Kg 530 Kg CRANE JIB MUST be used with a lift truck equipped with an operational hydraulic movement cut-out device. PC 50 REFERENCE 708544...

  • Page 134: Attachment Shields

    ATTACHMENT SHIELDS FORK PROTECTOR REFERENCE 227801 BUCKET PROTECTOR NOTE: Always ensure that the width of the protector you choose is less than or equal to the width of the bucket. REFERENCE 206734 206732 206730 Width 1375 mm 1500 mm 1650 mm REFERENCE 235854 206728...

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