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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. 

 The unit 

can become unstable when transporting with a raised load.

DANGER

 - Stay Clear of Power Lines

KEEP 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 Hydra-Lift Karrier is designed to handle one drum of the types listed at the top of page 3, under 

2.  

Machine Description

.  

DO NOT

 attempt to handle any other type of drum or object.  

DO NOT

 exceed 

the weight capacity of 800 Lb.

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.

Copyright 2009  -  Morse Mfg. Co., Inc.   

Form PL400-60 (0604-0309)    (Updated 10/2009) 

 

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Operator’s Manual for Morse Hydra-Lift Drum Karrier Model 400A-60

Serial Number 0604 to 0309 (MMYY)

The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 400A-60

Hydra-Lift, 60”, Manual Lift, Manual Tilt

Summary of Contents for Hydra-Lift 400A-60

Page 1: ...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 COM PANY Then you may contact Morse for assistance with your f...

Page 2: ...ris 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 appropr...

Page 3: ...IFT and lower function for vertical positioning of the drum 2 TILT function to control the degree of rotation of the drum 1 LIFT and Lower Function To raise 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...

Page 4: ...ermine the effectiveness of 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 ...

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: ...he 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...

Page 7: ...rips 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 and sprockets in the tilt drive and the ratchet and pawl Worn or damage...

Page 8: ... Form PL400 60 0604 0309 Updated 10 2009 Page 8 Parts List for Morse Hydra Lift Drum Karrier Model 400A 60 Serial Number 0604 to 0309 MMYY The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment Model 400A 60 Hydra Lift 60 Manual Lift Manual Tilt ...

Page 9: ...Form PL400 60 0604 0309 Updated 10 2009 Page 9 Parts Diagram for Morse Hydra Lift Drum Karrier Model 400A 60 Serial Number 0604 to 0309 MMYY The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment Model 400A 60 Hydra Lift 60 Manual Lift Manual Tilt ...

Page 10: ...rse Hydra Lift Drum Karrier Model 400A 60 Serial Number 0604 to 0309 MMYY Copyright 2009 Morse Mfg Co Inc Form PL400 60 0604 0309 Updated 10 2009 Page 10 The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment Model 400A 60 Hydra Lift 60 Manual Lift Manual Tilt ...

Page 11: ...rse Hydra Lift Drum Karrier Model 400A 60 Serial Number 0604 to 0309 MMYY Copyright 2009 Morse Mfg Co Inc Form PL400 60 0604 0309 Updated 10 2009 Page 11 The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment Model 400A 60 Hydra Lift 60 Manual Lift Manual Tilt ...

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