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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 400A-96SS

Stainless Steel Hydra-Lift, 96”, Manual Lift & Tilt

morsedrum.com

Copyright 2022 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

 

Form OM400A-96SS (1210-____)   

(Updated 3 Mar., 2022)

 

1

Operator’s Manual 

for Morse 
Stainless Steel Hydra-Lift Drum Karrier
with Manual Lift and Tilt

Model 400A-96SS

Serial Number 1210 to ____ (MMYY)

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.

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 

freight, always sign noting 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 assistance with 

your freight claim.

• Morse Manufacturing will not be held responsible for any 

damaged freight that is not signed for as damaged.

Delivery to non-business addresses without a loading dock result 

in additional freight charges. Residential delivery fees, inside 

delivery fees, re-delivery charges, and lift gate services will be 

added by the truck line, and are non-negotiable.

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.

CONTENTS

Page

Receiving Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1 - 2
Machine Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3 - 4

Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .    3

Start-Up  Procedure.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .        5
Operating  Instructions.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .      5

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   6

Summary of Contents for 400A-96SS

Page 1: ...ock 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 freight that is not signed for as damaged Delivery to...

Page 2: ...el Floors Only For operation 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 alteratio...

Page 3: ...EXISTING manual tilt drum handler 55 30SS Series Stainless Steel 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 pr...

Page 4: ... accessories to handle a plastic drum fiber drum or a smaller diameter drum Figure 3 1 Figure 2 3 Controls The Morse Hydra Lift Karrier is manually propelled and steered There are two functions for the operator to control Figure 2 3 1 LIFT and lower function for vertical positioning of the drum 2 TILT function to control the degree of rotation of the drum LIFT and Lower Function To raise drum 1 In...

Page 5: ... the ratchet clockwise to tighten chain If ratchet turns until the pawl is beyond the last ratchet tooth turn the ratchet back and slide the next link into the ratchet slot and try tightening again The chain must be held tightly against the drum with the pawl engaged securely in the ratchet teeth 4 Operate the lift function to lift drum clear of floor Roll to dispensing location NOTE Do not allow ...

Page 6: ...ide of the mast cap the hinge pin the gears and sprockets in the tilt drive and the ratchet and pawl Worn or damaged parts must be properly replaced with the correct genuine Morse parts Hydraulic pump should be filled with the provided quart of Mobil ATF D M Morse part 3983 P Material safety data sheet MSDS is available online Change oil yearly sooner depending on dirty conditions or outdoor use 5...

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