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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Models 525M-T

Vertical-Lift, 106”, Spark Resistant Parts,  

Scale-Equipped, Manual Lift and Tilt

Operator’s Manual 

for Morse Vertical-Lift Drum Pourers

Model 525M-T

Serial Number 249855 to ______

Copyright 2022  -  Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

 

Form OM525M-T (249855-______) 

 

(Updated 2 Mar, 2022) 

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[email protected]

103 Kuhn Rd.

Syracuse, NY, 13208 U.S.A.

morsedrum.com

(315) 437-8475

CONTENTS

Page

Receiving Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1 - 2
Machine Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   3 - 4
START-UP Procedure. . . . . .  . . . . . . . . .   5 
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   5
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   6

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.

Machine Unpacking

Remove machine from pallet by lifting from the square tubing at the 

top of the unit. Insert a strap or chain through the tubing and make 

a loop to lift by. Attach loop to an overhead crane and raise slowly.

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.

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.

Review the Material Safety Data Sheet(s) for the material(s) in 

the drum(s) and take all necessary precautions. Safety shoes, 

work gloves, hard hat and other personal protective devices are 

recommended.

Prior to initial use, inspect all moving parts and test rotation of 

drum holder. Perform necessary load test, inspections, operator 

training, etc.

Summary of Contents for 525M-T

Page 1: ...op to lift by Attach loop to an overhead crane and raise slowly 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 warran...

Page 2: ...itable 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 loo...

Page 3: ...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 ...

Page 4: ...g floor lock handle toward operator until it locks in down position activates the floor lock When floor lock is activated it prevents unwanted free wheeling of unit Floor conditions determine effectiveness of floor lock Operator should verify its holding action before depending on it to hold Drum Holder Assembly MORCINCHTM Drum Holder assembly saddle is the component on Vertical Lift Drum Pourer i...

Page 5: ...tion NOTE Do not allow drum to impact on floor pouring station etc or spill or damage could occur CAUTION Do NOT transport with drum raised ALWAYS LOWER THE DRUM HOLDER TO LOWEST POSITION BEFORE TRANSPORTING Unit can become unstable when transporting with raised load 5 Lift drum to desired pouring height Operate tilt control as described in Machine Description Controls to adjust drum attitude Floo...

Page 6: ...adjust or replace parts as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper function 3 Inspect the hydraulic system for oil drips hose damage or other signs of wear Inspect the level of the hydraulic fluid Replace any parts that show signs of wear 4 Grease wheel bearings periodically Oil or grease all moving parts including the gears and sprockets in the tilt drive and the ratchet and pawl 5 Worn ...

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