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Model 400A-96-114

Hydra-Lift, 96”, Air Power Lift & Tilt

Operator’s Manual for Morse Hydra-Lift Karrier Model 400A-96-114

Serial Number 1210 to ____ (MMYY)

morsedrum.com

Copyright 2022 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

 

Form OM400A-96-114 (1210-____)  

(Updated 3 Mar., 2022)

 

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Machine Description

Model 400A-96-114 

Hydra-Lift Karrier will pour a drum up to 96” (244 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.

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-96-114

Page 1: ...ng the damage on the BILL OF LADING Document the damage and have the truck driver sign We recommend 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 assistanc...

Page 2: ... 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 au thorization Any modifications may void the warranty This machine was designed to perform a specific job and alterations may result in injury to ...

Page 3: ... 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 gal...

Page 4: ... steel drum around it s middle using a cinch chain and ratchet tightening system It automatically adjusts for 22 to 23 5 56 to 59 7 cm diameter drum The MORCINCHTM Drum Holder also accepts accessories to handle a plastic drum fiber drum or a smaller diameter drum Figure 3 1 Controls The Morse Hydra Lift Karrier is manually propelled and steered The hydraulic pump is powered by a vane type air moto...

Page 5: ...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 CAUTION Do Not Transport with Drum Raised ALWAYS LOWER THE DRUM HOLDER TO LOWEST POSITION BEFORE TR...

Page 6: ...er function Inspect the hydraulic system for oil drips hose damage or other signs of wear Inspect the level and condition of the hydraulic 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 in the ...

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