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MORSE MFG. CO., INC.         •         727 West Manlius Street         •         P.O. Box 518         •         East Syracuse,  NY 13057-0518

Phone:  315-437-8475          •          Fax:  315-437-1029          •          Email: 

[email protected]

          •          Website: 

morsedrum.com

Copyright 2017  -  Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

Form PL288-2 (0315-____) 

(Updated January 10, 2017 8:39 AM)

 

 

 

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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 288-2

Fork Mount Drum Handler

CONTENTS

Page

Receiving Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1 - 2
Machine Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   3
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .     4 - 5
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   5
Parts Lists and Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   6 - 7
Dimensions to Calculate Lost Load. . . . . . . . . . .   8

Operator’s Manual 

for Morse 

MORSpeed

 

TM

 

Fork Mount Drum Handler

Model 288-2

Serial Number 0315 to ____ (MMYY)

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 

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recommend keeping a digital camera at your receiving dock 

for this purpose. 

Open packages expeditiously to check the condition of the 

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goods. There is only a 24 hour window to notify the carrier 

of any concealed damage. 

Immediately 

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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 

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damaged freight that is not signed for as damaged.

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. Perform necessary 

load test, inspections, operator training, etc.

Summary of Contents for MORSpeed 288-2

Page 1: ...r as damaged 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 no...

Page 2: ...ich if not avoided can result in damage to the machine CAUTION Always transport with drum in lowest possible position WARNING The MORSpeed TM is designed to handle one drum of the types listed at the...

Page 3: ...personal protective devices are recommended Please read all instructions thoroughly before attempting to operate your new Morse drum handler 2 The model 288 2 has a maximum capacity rating of 1500 Lb...

Page 4: ...suspended Avoid any tendency to interrupt the lift while 6 the MORSpeed TM Jaws operate to grab the drum After very little practice operations 4 5 and 6 will be done easily in one flow of action TIP...

Page 5: ...rds Possible Reasons for Failure to Release Drum Procedure in paragraph 8 of Operating Instructions not being followed Carriage mount not vertical If mast is tilted backward the drum may meet the floo...

Page 6: ...1 2 287 MORSPEED CARRIAGE MOUNT 1 HEAD 2 2 2625 P TIE ROD WELD 287 3 2 2619 P TIE ROD HOOK 287 4 2 17 P WASHER 5 8 SAE FL 1 5 16 OD 5 2 2626 P NUT 5 8 11 FIN HEX 6 2 2624A P CARRIAGE MOUNT WELD 287 7...

Page 7: ...6 P INNER HEAD ASM MORSPEED 10 23 1 2973 P SPRING MORSPEED YELLOW 24 1 4989 P HEAD MOUNT SLIDE WELD MS 25 1 4994 P LINK WELD TOP MS 26 2 5001 P LINK WELD BOTTOM MS 27 1 4997 P SOCKET WELD SPRING MS 28...

Page 8: ...del 288 2 Fork Mount Drum Handler Operator s Manual for Morse MORSpeed TM Fork Mount Drum Handler Model 288 2 Serial Number 0315 to ____ MMYY morsedrum com Copyright 2017 Morse Mfg Co Inc Form PL288 2...

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