The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
311 Series
Automated Tilt-To-Load Drum Rotators
Operator’s Manual for Morse 311 Series Automated Tilt-To-Load Drum Rotators
Serial Number 309425 to 315600
Copyright 2021 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc.
Form PL311 (309425-315600)
(Updated 12 Mar, 2021)
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Safety Information
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DANGER
- Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death.
This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.
WARNING
- Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
- Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, can result in damage to the machine.
DANGER
- Watch Out for Pinch Points. Stay clear of moving parts. Do Not Stand Near any Part of a Rotating
Drum or Drum Holder. Operator should remain directly in front of the control station while operating the
rotator. Morse 311 Series Drum Rotators comply with OSHA when installed in accordance with OSHA subpart
O, 1910.212 - “General requirements for all machines.” “Revolving drums, barrels, and containers shall be
guarded by an enclosure which is interlocked with the drive mechanism, so that the barrel, drum, or container
cannot revolve unless the guard enclosure is in place.” A safety enclosure with interlock is included with each
311 model.
WARNING
- The 311 Series is designed to rotate a steel, plastic or fiber drum weighing up to 800 Lb., (363
kg) ranging from 18” to 23.5” (45.7 to 59.7 cm) in diameter and from 29” to 37” (73.7 to 94 cm) in height. DO
NOT attempt to handle any other type of drum or object. DO NOT exceed the weight capacity of 800 Lb. (363
kg).
WARNING
- Level Floors Only. For operation only on clean, level floors of suitable bearing capacity. Do not
use on sloped surfaces, ramps, irregular or debris strewn floors.
WARNING
- Properly Mount to Floor. Do Not put into service without proper floor mounting and leveling. Use
the four mounting holes in each corner of the base to anchor to floor.
WARNING
- Do Not Modify the Unit. Under no circumstances should any modifications be made to the
Morse machinery without factory authorization. Any modifications may void the warranty. This machine was
designed to perform a specific job and alterations may result in injury to operator or machine.
WARNING
- No Loose Fitting Clothing. Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job.
Loose fitting clothing may become caught on the machinery and cause severe personal injury.
WARNING
- Hydraulic Fluid Under Pressure Can Be Hazardous. Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure
can penetrate the skin, causing serious injury. Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines. Keep hands and body away from pinholes and nozzles which eject fluid under high pressure.
Use a piece of cardboard to search for leaks. If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately and inform them
of the nature of the accident.
CAUTION
- Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles and hard toe protection.
CAUTION:
DO NOT allow drum to impact on floor.
WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including barium sulfate, cobalt, titanium dioxide, and
2-methylimidazole, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and bisphenol-A, which is known to
the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
