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Model 400A-60-127

Hydra-Lift, 60”, AC Power Lift, Manual Tilt

Operator’s Manual for Morse Hydra-Lift Karrier Model 400A-60-127

Serial Number 400000 to ______ 

morsedrum.com

Copyright 2022 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

 

Form OM400A-60-127 (400000-______)  (Updated 23 Sep, 2022)

 

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Machine Description

Model 400A-60-127 Hydra-Lift Karrier will pour a drum up to 72” (183 cm) 

high, measured from the floor to the lowest point of a horizontal drum. It is 

designed to lift, transport, and dispense a 55-gallon (210 liter) steel drum 22” 

to 23.5” (56 to 59.7 cm) in diameter.

Maximum full-drum capacity is 800 Lb. (363 kg).  Capacity is derated to 

500 Lb. (227 kg) for a half-full drum.  Half-full rating is based on the tilt 

mechanism’s capacity for handling an unbalanced bottom-heavy drum.

Hand Wheel

Kit # 2690-P 

16” (40.6 cm) diameter 

 

Hand Wheel  

with speed knob.  

Replaces standard  

Hand Crank to turn 

drum.

Kit for customer to install 

on EXISTING manual tilt 

drum handler.

MORStop

TM

 Tilt-Brake

Kit # 3900-P 

 

Automatically holds 

drum tilt angle until you 

move it.

Kit for customer to install 

on EXISTING manual tilt 

drum handler. 

55/30 Series Diameter Adapters

 for drum with diameter smaller than 22” 

 

(56 cm).  To handle a smaller drum, insert the correct size Diameter Adapter 

into the standard drum holder.  See Diameter Adapter info at:  

https://morsedrum.com/products/diameter-adapters 

ONLY Diameter Adapters for drum with 17.5” (44.5 cm) diameter or smaller 

have integrated brackets to prevent drum slipping length-ways.

 

NOTE:

   For 30-gallon (114 Liter) PLASTIC drum, insert Diameter Adapter;  

 

AND

 install Bracket or Top Rim Clamp to prevent drum slipping.

IMPORTANT:  

To prevent 30 to 55 gallon (114 to 210 L) size plastic drum from 

slipping, you 

MUST

 install either Top Rim Clamp Kit or Bracket Assembly Kit.

 

1.  Bracket Assembly Kit # 4556-P

 is 

required

 to handle a RIMLESS 

plastic drum (figure 2.1), and is also recommended for a fiber drum.  

The Bracket adjusts for a 31” to 39” (79 to 99 cm) tall drum.

 

You can also handle a rimmed drum with the Bracket installed.

 

2.  Top Rim Clamp Kit # 4560B-P

 to handle a RIMMED plastic drum 

(figure 2.2).  Install the Top Rim Clamp Kit to handle a RIMMED 

plastic, steel or fiber drum with suitable top rim.

ACCESSORIES

Figure 2.2

 

Kit # 4560B-P

  

Install Top Rim Clamp Kit 

to handle RIMMED plastic 

drum

Figure 2.1

 

Kit # 4556-P

  

Install Bracket Assembly Kit 

 

to handle RIMLESS or 

RIMMED plastic drum

Summary of Contents for 400A-60-127

Page 1: ...end keeping a digital camera at your receiving dock for this purpose Open packages expeditiously to check the condition of the goods There is only a 24 hour window to notify the carrier of any concealed damage IMMEDIATELY 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 damaged freig...

Page 2: ...n only on clean level floors of suitable bearing capacity Do not use on sloped surfaces ramps irregular or debris strewn floors 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 ...

Page 3: ...G manual tilt drum handler 55 30 Series Diameter Adapters for drum with diameter smaller than 22 56 cm To handle a smaller drum insert the correct size Diameter Adapter into the standard drum holder See Diameter Adapter info at https morsedrum com products diameter adapters ONLY Diameter Adapters for drum with 17 5 44 5 cm diameter or smaller have integrated brackets to prevent drum slipping lengt...

Page 4: ...drum handler is equipped with the MORStop Tilt Brake there is no need to hold tension on both sides of the chain loop Braking is immediate and self actuating without additional steps by the operator To add the MORStop Tilt Brake to your drum handler order Kit 3900 P to install on existing drum handler Floor Lock The screw down floor lock is located on the base of the tower figure 3 1 Turning the f...

Page 5: ...n an upright position Release the cinch chain from the ratchet by applying pressure to the ratchet handle in a clockwise direction with one hand and opening the pawl to free the ratchet with the other hand Remove the cinch chain link from the ratchet Figure 3 2 WARNING Watch Out for Pinch Points Stay clear of moving parts Operator should remain behind the push handle during the lift operation Oper...

Page 6: ... proper function Inspect the hydraulic system for oil drips hose damage or other signs of wear Inspect the level and condition of the hy draulic fluid Replace any parts that show signs of wear Grease wheel bearings periodically Oil or grease all moving parts including the three clevis pins and the surfaces of the boom which contact the inside of the mast cap the hinge pin the gears and sprockets i...

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