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Operating Instructions

1.)  Push the Hydra-Lift Karrier to the drum.

2.)  Using the “LIFT” control as described in “

Machine Description 

- Controls

” (page 3) , position the drum holder assembly with 

the back band at the middle of the drum. (Figure 3.1).  With 

the ratchet plate swung open and the cinch chain hanging 

from the chain hook, push the unit until the back band rests 

firmly against the drum.  Some adjustment to the tilt angle of 

the saddle may be necessary to ensure band fits flush on the 

drum.

3.) 

Attaching the drum:

Drape the chain across the front of the drum and engage a link 

into the slot in the ratchet (Figure 3.2).  Turn 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 the drum to impact on floor, 

pouring station, etc. or a spill or damage could occur.

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”

 (page 3) 

to adjust the drum attitude. This is especially important when lifting an open drum.  The floor lock should be engaged while 

dispensing / draining.

6.) When dispensing is complete, tilt drum back to upright position.  Disengage the floor lock and lower the drum to transporting 

height; about 6” off the floor.

WARNING

 - Stay Clear of Raised Drum

NEVER allow anyone to be below any part of a raised drum handler or drum.  Remain behind the push handle 

while handling a drum.

WARNING

 – Do NOT Disengage the Cinch Chain When Drum is off the Ground

When the drum is in the upright position, lower the drum to the floor before releasing the cinch chain.

7.) Push 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.

Figure 3.2

Operator’s Manual for Morse Hydra-Lift Drum Karrier with Spark Resistant Parts

Model 400AM-72

Serial Number 0804 to 0309 (MMYY)

Copyright 2009  -  Morse Mfg. Co., Inc.   

Form PL400M-72 (0804-0309)   (Updated 12/2009) 

 

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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 400AM-72

Hydra-Lift, 72”, Manual Lift, Manual Tilt

with Spark Resistant Parts

Summary of Contents for 400AM-72

Page 1: ...s Every Morse drum handler is inspected prior to shipping How ever 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 LAD ING 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 conditi...

Page 2: ... Not Modify the Unit Under no circumstances should any modifications be made to the Morse machinery without factory authori zation 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 fitti...

Page 3: ...se the drum a Insert pump lever handle into pump socket b With the release valve closed begin to pump the lever handle The drum will lift To lower the drum a Open the release valve slowly a part of a turn Allow the drum to descend at a controlled rate The valve may be reclosed to hold the drum at any height 2 TILT Function To tilt the drum a Pull down on one side of chain rotating drum to angle re...

Page 4: ... the floor lock The operator should verify its holding action before depending on it to hold Drum Holder Assembly The drum holder assembly or saddle assembly is the compo nent on the Hydra Lift Karrier that is intended to hold the drum The drum holder assembly is designed to secure a standard ribbed 55 gallon steel drum around it s middle using a cinch chain and ratchet tightening system The drum ...

Page 5: ...els Step 4 Lift overhead assembly into position A drift pin can help align the holes Insert a greased clevis pin item 12 through mast cap and boom Install a 5 8 washer item 9 and 3 16 roll pin item 8 in the end of the clevis pin See figure 3 Step 5 Next connect the cylinder item 16 to the overhead assembly Align ram eye with holes in boom clevis plates and insert a greased clevis pin item 12 with ...

Page 6: ...hen transporting with a raised load 5 Lift drum to desired pouring height Operate the tilt control as described in Machine Description Controls page 3 to adjust the drum attitude This is especially important when lifting an open drum The floor lock should be engaged while dispensing draining 6 When dispensing is complete tilt drum back to upright position Disengage the floor lock and lower the dru...

Page 7: ...igns 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 tilt drive and the ratchet and pawl Worn or damaged parts must be properly re...

Page 8: ...dated 12 2009 Page 8 Parts List for Morse Hydra Lift Drum Karrier with Spark Resistant Parts Model 400AM 72 Serial Number 0804 to 0309 MMYY The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment Model 400AM 72 Hydra Lift 72 Manual Lift Manual Tilt with Spark Resistant Parts ...

Page 9: ...ted 12 2009 Page 9 Parts Diagram for Morse Hydra Lift Drum Karrier with Spark Resistant Parts Model 400AM 72 Serial Number 0804 to 0309 MMYY The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment Model 400AM 72 Hydra Lift 72 Manual Lift Manual Tilt with Spark Resistant Parts ...

Page 10: ...with Spark Resistant Parts Model 400AM 72 Serial Number 0804 to 0309 MMYY Copyright 2009 Morse Mfg Co Inc Form PL400M 72 0804 0309 Updated 12 2009 Page 10 The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment Model 400AM 72 Hydra Lift 72 Manual Lift Manual Tilt with Spark Resistant Parts ...

Page 11: ...with Spark Resistant Parts Model 400AM 72 Serial Number 0804 to 0309 MMYY Copyright 2009 Morse Mfg Co Inc Form PL400M 72 0804 0309 Updated 12 2009 Page 11 The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment Model 400AM 72 Hydra Lift 72 Manual Lift Manual Tilt with Spark Resistant Parts ...

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