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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 400AM-60-124

Hydra-Lift, 60”, with Spark Resistant Parts,  

Air Power Lift, Manual Tilt

operator’s Manual for Morse Hydra-Lift Karrier Model 400AM-60-124

with Serial number 1210 to ____ (MMYY)

morsedrum.com

Copyright 2019 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

Form OM400AM-60-124 (1210-____) (Updated June 12, 2019 11:32 AM)

 

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Safety Information (continued)

DANGER

 - Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, 

will

 result in 

serious injury or death.  This signal word is limited to the most extreme 

situations.

WARNING

 - Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, 

could

 result in 

serious injury or death.

CAUTION

 

- Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, can result in 

damage to the machine.

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.

DANGER

 - Stay Clear of Power Lines

KEEP WELL CLEAR OF POWER LINES. 

 Never approach a power line.  Current in a high voltage line 

may arc some distance from the wire to the steel framed, grounded machine.

WARNING

The Hydra-Lift Karrier is designed to handle one drum of the types listed at the top of page 3, under 

2.  

Machine Description

.  

DO NOT

 attempt to handle any other type of drum or object.  

DO NOT

 exceed 

the weight capacity of 800 Lb.

WARNING

 

- Level 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 alterations may result in injury to operator or machine.

WARNING

 - no Loose Fitting Clothing

Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job.  Loose fitting clothing may become 

caught on the machinery and cause severe personal injury.

WARNING

 - Hydraulic Fluid Under Pressure Can Be Hazardous

Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin, causing serious injury.  Avoid the hazard 

by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines.  Keep hands and body away from pinholes 

and nozzles, which eject fluid under high pressure.  Use a piece of cardboard to search for leaks. If an 

accident occurs, see a doctor immediately and inform them of the nature of the accident.

CAUTION

 - Wear Safety Shoes - 

Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles and hard toe protection.

WARNING: 

This product can expose you to chemicals including barium sulfate, cobalt, titanium 

dioxide, and 2-methylimidazole, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and 

bisphenol-A, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 

For more information go to 

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Summary of Contents for 400AM-60-124

Page 1: ...mend 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 frei...

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: ... Clamp Part 4560M P grips the upper rim of your drum to prevent it from slipping through the drum holder see figure 2 2 To handle a 55 gallon plastic drum with top rim you must install either the Bracket Assembly or the Top Rim Clamp You can use the Top Rim Clamp with a 55 gallon plastic steel or fiber drum with suitable top rim Controls The Morse Hydra Lift Karrier is manually propelled and steer...

Page 4: ...on steel drum around it s middle using a cinch chain and ratchet tightening system The MORcinch drum holder accepts accessories for handling a plastic drum a fiber drum or smaller diameter drums see Options on pg 3 Operating Instructions 1 Push the Hydra Lift Karrier to the drum 2 Using the LIFT control as described in Machine De scription Controls page 3 position the drum holder assembly with the...

Page 5: ...ush the unit to the drum storage area and lower to the floor in 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 Maintenance Periodic inspection for the general condition of structural and mechanical ...

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