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Copyright 2020  -  Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

 

 

Form PL40 

 

(Updated 8 Jan, 2020)

 

             

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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Models 40 and 40-30

Drum Cradle Trucks

[email protected]

103 Kuhn Rd.

Syracuse, NY 13208 U.S.A.

morsedrum.com

(315) 437-8475

ConTenTs

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Receiving Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1 - 2
Machine  Description.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .      2
Option.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .      2
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   2
Assembly  Instructions.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .      3
Parts Lists and Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   4

operator’s Manual 

for Morse Drum Cradle Truck

Models 40 and 40-30

Receiving Procedures

Every Morse drum handler is inspected prior to shipping. However, 

damage may be incurred during transit.

Check for visible damage. If you choose to accept damaged 

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freight, always sign noting the damage on the 

Bill of 

Lading

Document the damage and have the truck driver sign. We 

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recommend keeping a digital camera at your receiving dock 

for this purpose. 

Open packages expeditiously to check the condition of the 

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goods. There is only a 24 hour window to notify the carrier 

of any concealed damage. 

Immediately 

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report all damage to the shipping company!

 

Then you may contact Morse for assistance with your 

freight claim. 

Morse Manufacturing will not be held responsible for any 

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damaged freight that is not signed for as damaged.

Limited 2 Year Warranty

Morse drum handling equipment is guaranteed against defects in 

workmanship or materials for two years when used properly within 

its rated capacity. Warranty does not cover wear from normal use 

or damage from accident or abuse. Motors and other purchased 

parts carry the warranties of their manufacturers.

For warranty claims, contact your Morse Dealer to obtain a 

return authorization number, and for return freight advice. Return 

freight must be prepaid.

In all instances, liability is limited to the purchase price paid or to 

repairing or replacing the product. Customer assumes liability for 

any modifications, unauthorized repairs or parts substitution.

safety Information

While Morse Manufacturing Co. drum handling equipment is 

engineered for safety and efficiency, a high degree of responsibility 

must be placed upon the machine operator to follow safe practices, 

based primarily on common sense, upon which true safety 

depends.

Failure to follow the safety precautions in this manual can result in 

personal injury or property damage. Observe the same precautions 

as with similar machinery where carelessness in operating or 

maintenance is hazardous to personnel. Carefully read the safety 

precautions below and throughout this manual.

Review the Material Safety Data Sheet(s) for the material(s) in 

the drum(s) and take all necessary precautions. Safety shoes, 

work gloves, hard hat and other personal protective devices are 

recommended.

Prior to initial use, inspect all moving parts. Perform necessary 

load test, inspections, operator training, etc.

Summary of Contents for 40

Page 1: ... defects in workmanship or materials for two years when used properly within its rated capacity Warranty does not cover wear from normal use or damage from accident or abuse Motors and other purchased parts carry the warranties of their manufacturers For warranty claims contact your Morse Dealer to obtain a return authorization number and for return freight advice Return freight must be prepaid In...

Page 2: ...p soles and hard toe protection CAUTION DO NOT allow drum to impact on floor ground or dumping station etc Machine Description The model 40 is designed to tilt an upright 55 gallon steel drum to horizontal for dispensing The top rim of a 55 gallon 210 liter steel drum is 18 5 47 cm from the floor when in horizontal position on the model 40 Model 40 30 is designed to tilt an upright 30 gallon 114 l...

Page 3: ...her see diagram at right insert threaded ends of axles into holes in side frames and hand tighten a 3 8 nut item 7 onto each axle end DO NOT TIGHTEN BOLTS UNTIL CRADLE TRUCK IS ENTIRELY ASSEMBLED Attach Nose Piece 2 Fasten nose piece item 4 to top of side frames using four 5 16 x 5 8 bolts item 8 Hand tighten 5 16 nut item 9 on each bolt Attach Back Strap 3 Fasten back strap item 3 to back of side...

Page 4: ...ACK STRAP 40 4 1 1918 P WELD NOSE PIECE 40 5 4 210 P WHEEL MORTUF 3 X 1 2 BORE 36 6 2 209 P AXLE 5 8 X 18 40 7 4 1169 P NUT 3 8 16 REV HEX LOCK 8 8 215 P HHCS 5 16 18 X 5 8 GR2 9 8 1634 P NUT 5 16 18 WHIZ LOCK Model 40 30 ITEM QTY PART DESCRIPTION 1 1 1910L P SIDE FRAME WELD LEFT 40 2 1 1910R P SIDE FRAME WELD RIGHT 40 3 1 1922 P ASM BACK STRAP 40 30 4 1 1918 P WELD NOSE PIECE 40 5 4 210 P WHEEL M...

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