The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
1-5154 Series
Stationary Drum Rotators
Operator’s Manual for Morse 1-5154 Series Drum Rotators
Serial Number 285568 to ______
morsedrum.com
Copyright 2019 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc.
Form PL1-5154 (285568-______)
(Updated 22 Jul, 2020)
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Adjust drive and idler wheels to your particular drum. With provided 1/8” allen wrench, loosen the two set screws found in each drive
wheel hub and the set screw in each collar surrounding the idler
wheels. Wheels should be positioned to support the drum at its
strongest point; adjacent to ribs (see Figure 1). This configuration
will also prevent the drum from moving axially. Tighten set screws.
A variety of drum diameters can be accommodated by
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adjusting the idler plate assembly toward the drive side for
smaller diameters and away from the drive side for larger
diameters. The plate may be adjusted to allow drive shaft
spacing from 8” to 18”. It is preset to the second (outer) set of
holes for use with standard 55-gallon steel drums. To adjust,
remove the three idler plate bolts (item 8) and slide the idler
plate assembly (item 7) to the proper set of mount holes and
refasten the mount bolts.
Do not put into service without proper motor protection and
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controls. Customer should provide the proper controls and consult an electrician to complete the wiring. When starting the unit be
careful to stand clear of the rotator as the drum will begin to rotate. Rotators equipped with an air motor require 20 psi, 22 scfm.
Operating the air motor at higher pressures will reduce the life of the air motor and power transmission components.
Operating Instructions
Drum should be loaded onto the rotator horizontally. Overhead lifting equipment and the Morse model 41 Drum Lifting Hook provide
1.
an effective loading system for a horizontal 55-gallon (210 liter) steel drum. Also, the Morse model 405 Omni-Lift Karrier
TM
can be
used for taking a drum from vertical and placing onto the rotator horizontally (see literature).
Drum is now ready to be rotated.
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Preventative Maintenance
Periodically inspect all moving parts, framework, and contact areas for signs of wear or loosening. Tighten, adjust, or replace parts
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as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper function.
Idler wheels are equipped with grease fitting and should be lubricated periodically. High pressure grease guns are not recommended,
2.
as their force may damage seals. Grease every 6-12 months in ordinary environment, grease monthly in dirty conditions. Any
common bearing grease will suffice, (i.e. Shell Alvania)
Inspect oil level in gear box / speed reducer and fill with high quality, synthetic lubricant for gears if necessary. The speed reducer
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has been filled and tested prior to shipment. After operating a new machine for 1500 hours, the housing should be thoroughly flushed
out and new oil added to fill the housing to the oil level plug. The oil should be changed every 5000 operating hours thereafter with
Klubersynth UH1 6-460 (#096060)
or equivalent, or more often if operating conditions cause condensation of moisture resulting in
sludge formation inside housing.
Motors have permanently lubricated ball bearings.
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Pillow Block Bearings: Grease every 6-12 months in ordinary environment, grease monthly in dirty conditions.
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See
Bearing Lubrication
Sheet
for grease types and fill amounts.
Figure 1
