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Form OM900 (294521-______)   (Updated 12 Jun, 2019 3:07 PM) 

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operator’s Manual for Morse < PILot > Power-Propelled Drum Pourer Model 900

serial number 294521 to ______

The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 900

Power-Propelled Drum Pourer

Figure 5.1

Lift / Lower and tilt Control Levers (Figure 5.1)

Lift / Lower control lever is mounted near the base of 

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the steering arm. Push lever away from operator to lift a 

drum, and pull lever toward you to lower a drum.   

Tilt control lever is mounted near the base of the 

• 

steering arm. Pull this lever toward the operator to 

rotate drum forward, and push lever away from you to 

return drum rotate drum back.

Battery Disconnect (Figure 5.1)

A battery disconnect is mounted near the rear of the battery 

compartment. Pulling the disconnect removes 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

.

 

WARnInG

 - Watch out for pinch points

 

Stay clear of moving parts. Operator should remain behind the controls during the lift operation.

Drum Holder Assembly

The MORcinch

TM

 drum holder assembly (or “saddle assembly”) is the component on the < PILOT > Power-Propelled Drum Pourer that 

is intended to hold the drum. The carriage assembly moves vertically along the mast, to position the MORcinch

TM

 drum holder assembly 

designed to secure a drum around it’s middle using a cinch chain and ratchet tightening system. The MORcinch

TM

 drum holder accepts 

accessories for handling a plastic drum, a fiber drum, or a smaller diameter drum (see options on page 3).

Summary of Contents for PILOT 900

Page 1: ... 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 Operator s Manual for Morse PILOT Power Propelled Drum Pourer Model 900 Serial Number 294521 to ______ Safety Information While Morse Manufacturing ...

Page 2: ... 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 caug...

Page 3: ...maller 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 brace at top an...

Page 4: ...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 electrical ...

Page 5: ...l 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 WARNING Watch...

Page 6: ...nsporting 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 handler or d...

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