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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d. The drum holder will stop rotating after the preset time has been reached
e. The drum holder will lower back to the floor in the upright position.
4. If at any time the operator needs to stop the rotator, the red “EMERGENCY STOP” (E-STOP) or the red “STOP” button can be
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pressed, and the rotation will stop.
a. If the E-STOP is pressed during a rotation cycle, the drum stops, the timer is reset, and the cycle is cancelled, requiring a full
reset by deactivating the E-STOP (turn knob CW until it pops back out), press and hold the blue “RESET” button until the drum
returns to the floor level. The timer will be reset to original timer setting.
b. If the red “STOP” button is pressed during a rotation cycle, the drum and timer stop. You can start the cycle again by pressing
the green “START” button and it continues where it left off. Alternately, after pressing the red “STOP” button, you can press the blue
“RESET” to return it to the beginning of the cycle, which includes a timer reset.
c. If the safety switch interrupts the process by opening the gate on a safety enclosure, follow procedure in step 4a above.
Unloading a Drum
Ensure the drum is in vertical upright position to unload.
1.
Squeeze the ratchet release lever and open all the way to unlock, then release the tension on the strap. Allow enough slack in the
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strap in order to remove strap from ratchet.
Loosen top clamps and swing clear of drum.
3.
Remove drum with appropriate drum handling equipment.
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Operating Instructions (continued)
Preventative Maintenance
Periodic inspection for the general condition of structural and mechanical components is imperative for safe and efficient operation.
Monthly
Inspect the hydraulic system for oil drips, hose damage, or other signs of wear. Inspect the level and condition of the hydraulic fluid.
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Hydraulic fluid level should be within a ½” of the top of the reservoir when the cylinder is in the relaxed position. Replace any parts
that show signs of wear.
Inspect all moving parts, framework, ratchet, web strap, fasteners and contact areas for signs of wear, fatigue, or loosening. The web
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strap should be removed from service and 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
Every 6 to 12 Months in Ordinary Environment (monthly in dirty conditions)
Lubricate all moving parts.
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for grease types and fill amounts.
Drive chain: Grease with multiservice lubricant e.g. Whitmore’s
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Clamp Screws: Grease every 6-12 months with multiservice lubricant e.g. Whitmore’s
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Yearly
Hydraulic Pump: Change oil with ATF Dexron III or equivalent. See maintenance information on page 2 of
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more oil information.
