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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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”
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” (15 cm) 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.
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 band at
middle of drum (Figure 3.1). With ratchet plate swung open
and cinch chain hanging from chain hook, push unit until
back band rests firmly against drum. Some adjustment to tilt
angle of saddle may be necessary to ensure band fits flush on
drum.
3.)
Attaching the drum:
Drape the chain across the front of the drum and engage a
link into the notch 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 notch and try tightening again.
The chain must be held tightly against the drum with the pawl
engaged securely in the ratchet teeth.
4.) Operate lift function to lift drum clear of floor. Roll to dispensing
location. NOTE: Do NOT allow drum to impact on floor,
pouring station, etc. or a 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.
Figure 3.2
