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Model 285A-GR
Extra Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier
Operator’s Manual for Morse Extra Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier Model 285A-GR
Serial Number 0818 to 0619 (MMYY)
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Copyright 2019 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc.
Form PL285A-GR (0818-0619)
(Updated 20 Sep, 2019)
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Operating Instructions
Before sliding forklift forks into the fork tubes, adjust forks to an inside
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spread of 25” (63.5 cm) minimum. Lock forks into position on the forklift
carriage.
Drive the forklift forward to slip the forks into the fork tubes of the base
2.
frame (item 17). Tighten tee screws (item 2) to secure the Forklift-Karrier
to the forks. Transport Forklift Karrier to drum to be handled.
Swing open ratchet hinge plate and strap hinge plate.
3.
Drive the forklift with the Forklift Karrier near floor level to position the
4.
saddle band around the middle of the drum between the ribs.
Secure drum into drum holder. Thread each strap through slot in ratchet.
5.
Operate ratchets to tighten straps against the drum.
Remove pull chain (item 11) from chain box on base frame (item 17) and
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place end of loop near operator’s seat.
Raise forks to clear the floor and transport drum in vertical position to
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dispensing location. While transporting, ensure that the drum is raised
away from the floor to prevent the drum bottom from interfering with a
pallet or other obstacle.
To pour drum: pull on chain (item 11), rotating drum to angle required for
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dispensing. To control the pouring angle of the drum, pay out one side of
chain and pull the other side to prevent the drum from free-wheeling.
When dispensing is completed, rotate the drum back to vertical and return
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drum. Remove drum by operating the ratchet to loosen each web strap
around the drum. Release straps from ratchets and swing open both hinge
plates.
Maintenance
Inspect oil level in gear box / speed reducer and fill with high quality,
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synthetic lubricant for gears if necessary. The speed reducer 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 inside housing.
Periodically inspect all moving parts, framework, ratchets, straps and
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contact areas for signs of wear, fatigue, or loosening. Tighten, adjust or
replace parts as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper function.
Worn or damaged parts must be properly replaced with the correct,
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genuine Morse parts.
Periodically inspect all moving parts, framework, ratchet, straps, fasteners
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and contact areas for signs of wear, fatigue, or loosening. The web strap
should be removed from service & replaced if any of the following are
visible:
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Acid or caustic burns
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Melting or charring of any part of the strap
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Holes, tears, cuts, snags or embedded articles
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Broken or worn stitching in load bearing splices
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Excessive abrasive wear
