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operator’s Manual for Morse < PILot > Power-Propelled Drum Pourer with scale

Model 905 serial number 292192 to ______

morsedrum.com

Copyright 2020  -  Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

 

Form OM905 (292192-______)    

(Updated 20 Jan, 2020) 

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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 905

Power-Propelled Drum Pourer 

with scale

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.

DAnGeR 

- stay 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 < PILOT > Power-Propelled Drum Pourer is designed to handle one drum of the types listed at 

the top of page 3 - Machine Description. DO NOT attempt to handle any other type of drum or object.  DO NOT 

exceed the weight capacity.

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

WARnInG:

 This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and arsenic, which are known to the State of 

California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.  

For more information go to 

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Summary of Contents for 905

Page 1: ... 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 Operator s Manual for Morse PILOT Power Propelled Drum Pourer with Scale Model 905 Serial Number 292192 to ______ Safety Information While Morse Manufactur...

Page 2: ...t 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 beco...

Page 3: ... Options A smaller diameter drum can be handled with the correct size 55 30 Series Diameter Adaptor installed see Diameter Adaptor literature The Bracket Assembly Part 4556 P is required to handle a plastic drum without a top rim see figure 2 1 It is also recommended to more securely handle a fiber drum You can use the Bracket Assembly with a 55 gallon 210 liter plastic steel or fiber drum The bra...

Page 4: ...Figure 4 1 Using the control handle to move the steering arm to left or right will turn the truck left or right When maneuvering around corners make square turns and be sure there is adequate clearance Stopping Figure 4 2 Stop the truck as gradually as possible Unnecessary rapid stopping could be hazardous Load could become unstable There are four possible ways to stop the truck Plugging This elec...

Page 5: ...oves all power from truck circuits in the event of an emergency Parking When parking the truck do not obstruct traffic lanes or aisles Park the truck in its designated parking area 1 Raise the steering arm until vertical to apply the parking brake 2 Fully lower lift assembly 3 Turn key to off position Remove key for added security 4 Pull out battery disconnect 5 Also see further information WARNIN...

Page 6: ...hen transporting with a raised load Lift drum to desired pouring height Operate the tilt control as described in Machine Description Controls page 5 to adjust the 5 drum attitude When dispensing is complete tilt drum back to upright position Lower the drum to transporting height about 6 off the floor 6 WARNING Stay clear of raised drum NEVER allow anyone to be below any part of a raised drum handl...

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