The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 400A-72SS-114
Stainless Steel Hydra-Lift, 72”,
with Air Power Lift & Tilt
Operator’s Manual for Morse Stainelss Steel Hydra-Lift Karrier
Model 400A-72SS-114, Serial Number 0614 to ____ (MMYY)
morsedrum.com
Copyright 2022 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc.
Form OM400A-72SS-114 (0614-____) (Updated 3 Mar., 2022)
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CAUTION
– Do Not Transport with Drum Raised
ALWAYS LOWER THE DRUM HOLDER TO LOWEST POSITION BEFORE TRANSPORTING.
The unit can become unstable when transporting with a raised load.
5.) Lift drum to desired pouring height. Operate the tilt control as described in
“Machine Description - Controls”
to adjust
the drum attitude. This is especially important when lifting an open drum. The floor lock should be engaged while dis-
pensing / draining.
6.) When dispensing is complete, tilt drum back to upright position. Disengage the floor lock and lower the drum to trans-
porting height; about 6” (15 cm) off the floor.
Operating Instructions
1.) Push the Hydra-Lift Karrier to the drum.
2.) Using the “LIFT” control as described in “
Machine
Description - Controls
”, position drum holder with back
band at middle of drum (Figure 3.1). With ratchet plate
swung open and cinch chain hanging from chain hook,
push unit until back band rests firmly against drum.
Some adjustment to tilt angle of saddle (drum holder)
may be necessary to ensure band fits flush on drum.
3.)
Attaching drum:
Drape chain across front of drum and engage chain link
into notch in ratchet (Figure 3.2). Turn ratchet clockwise
to tighten chain. If ratchet turns until pawl is beyond last
ratchet tooth, turn ratchet back and slide next link into
ratchet notch and try tightening again. Chain must be
held tightly against drum with pawl engaged securely in
ratchet teeth.
4.) Operate lift function to lift drum clear of floor. Roll to
dispensing location. NOTE: Do not allow drum to impact
on floor, pouring station, etc. or spill or damage could
occur.
START-UP Procedure
Machine is shipped with hydraulic fluid.
1. Install provided hydraulic control levers (threaded rods with black ball handles).
2. IMPORTANT:
BEFORE operation, remove the
RED
shipping plug from the hydraulic reservoir, and replace with the
provided
BLACK
breather.
Figure 3.2
