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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 400AM-96-124

Hydra-Lift, 96”, with Spark Resistant Parts, 

Air Power Lift, Manual Tilt

Operator’s Manual for Morse Hydra-Lift Karrier Model 400AM-96-124

with Serial Number 1210 to ____ (MMYY)

morsedrum.com

Copyright 2022 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

 

Form OM400AM-96-124 (1210-____)  

(Updated 3 Mar., 2022)

 

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Machine Description

The Model 400AM-96-124 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.

The maximum full-drum capacity is 800 Lb. (363 kg).  The capacity is derated 

to 500 Lb. (227 kg) for a half-full drum.  The half-full rating is based on the tilt 

mechanism’s capacity for handling an unbalanced bottom-heavy drum.

Hand Wheel

Kit # 2690M-P 

16” (40.6 cm) diameter 

 

Hand Wheel  

with speed knob.  

Replaces standard  

Pull Chain to turn drum.

Kit for customer to install 

on EXISTING manual tilt 

drum handler.

MORStop

TM

 Tilt-Brake

Kit # 3900-P 

 

Automatically holds 

drum tilt angle until you 

move it.

Kit for customer to install 

on EXISTING manual tilt 

drum handler. 

55/30M Series Spark Resistant 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 # 4556M-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 # 4560BM-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 # 4560BM-P

  

Install Top Rim Clamp Kit 

with Spark Resistant parts

 

to handle RIMMED plastic 

drum

Figure 2.1

 

Kit # 4556M-P

  

Install Bracket Assembly Kit  

with Spark Resistant parts 

to handle RIMLESS or 

RIMMED plastic drum

Summary of Contents for 400AM-96-124

Page 1: ...ht 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 ...

Page 2: ... 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...

Page 3: ...t drum handler 55 30M Series Spark Resistant 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 ...

Page 4: ...um 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 Controls The Morse Hydra Lift Karrier is manually propelled and steered The drum lift is powered by an air motor with an on off valve There are t...

Page 5: ...n 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 Operating Instructions 1 Push Hydra Lift Karrier to the drum 2 Using LIFT control as described in Machine Description Controls position drum holder assembly with back ba...

Page 6: ...ure and maintain proper 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 ...

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