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Model 185AM
Kontrol-Karrier with Spark Resistant Parts
Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 185AM Kontrol-Karrier with Spark Resistant Parts
Serial number 0507 to 0309 (MMYY)
www.morsedrum.com
Copyright 2009 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc.
Form PL185AM (0507-0309)
(Updated March 15, 2018 2:16 PM)
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Machine Description
Model 185AM
Kontrol-Karrier is designed to lift, transport and
dispense a standard 55-gallon steel drum 22.5” in diameter. The
maximum capacity is 800 Lb.
Options
A smaller diameter drum can be handled with the correct size
55/30M Series Diameter Adaptor installed (see
Important
Review the Material Safety Data Sheet(s) for the material(s) in the drum(s) and take all necessary precautions. Safety shoes, work
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gloves, hard hat and other personal protective devices are recommended.
Please read all instructions thoroughly before attempting to operate your new Morse drum handler.
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The 185 Series Kontrol-Karriers have a maximum capacity rating of 800 Lb. for a FULL drum and 500 Lb. for a HALF-FULL drum, and
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are designed to lift and move a drum of the size and type noted above. DO NOT exceed this rating. Exceeding this rating or handling
drums other than those mentioned above is unsafe and could result in equipment damage, excessive wear, awkward or dangerous
handling.
When loading, unloading, operating, or maintaining your MORSE drum handler, always use care and good judgment. Maintain secure
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footing and a firm hold. Keep hands and loose clothing away from all moving parts. Never allow anyone to be below any part of a raised
drum handler or drum. Read operating instructions and review the pictures in the sales brochure before operation.
The 185 Series are a “Group 1 structural and mechanical” below-the-hook lifting device which are covered by the American National
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Standard ASME B30.20. The user should comply with all aspects of this standard.
Operating Instructions
Start with Kontrol-Karrier on the floor. Lower hoist and engage hoist hook
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to lift Kontrol-Karrier.
Raise hoist to lift Kontrol-Karrier clear of floor and transport it to the drum.
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Suspend Kontrol-Karrier at a height which aligns drum saddle with center
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of drum.
With binder chain (item 25) hanging freely, push Kontrol-Karrier against
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drum so that saddle will encircle drum.
Secure the drum: drape the binder chain (item 25) across the face of the
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drum and engage a link into the slot in the ratchet (item 36). Turn the ratchet
clockwise to tighten chain. If the chain doesn’t cinch tightly on the drum,
lift the pawl (item 33) to loosen and release the chain and try again with a
different link in the notch. Firm hand pressure on the ratchet handle should
tighten the chain sufficiently to hold the drum. DO NOT use mechanical
aids such as a pipe to extend handle for extra leverage.
Raise hoist and position drum at pouring station.
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Pour the drum by pulling on the pull chain (item 4) and rotating the drum to
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a suitable pouring angle. For best control of drum pouring angle, pay out
one side of the chain loop while pulling in the other side, thus being able to
hold back the drum rotation. The chain lock on the bottom of the power arm can be used to prevent drum rotation. To do so, criss cross
the chain and insert in each slot of the chain lock.
After pouring is completed, rotate drum back to vertical position and lower hoist to return drum to floor.
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To remove drum: Pull ratchet handle clockwise to relieve pressure on ratchet teeth. Lift pawl handle (item 33) to release teeth
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engagement and rotate ratchet to loosen chain and allow its removal from notch.
Maintenance
Lubricate gear teeth and roller chain.
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Clean and oil ratchet, pawl and other moving parts periodically to maintain free action and reduce wear. Clean and lubricate more often
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in environment where dust, dirt or other foreign particals will effect the performance of moving parts.
Periodically inspect all moving parts, framework and contact areas for signs of wear, fatigue or loosening. Tighten, adjust or replace
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parts as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper function.
