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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

operator’s Manual for Morse < PILot > Power-Propelled Drum Racker Model 910

serial number 267142 to 294520

morsedrum.com

Copyright 2018  -  Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

Form OM910 (267142-294520) (Updated August 17, 2018 8:55 AM) 

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Model 910

Power-Propelled Drum Racker

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 Racker 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 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 PILOT 910

Page 1: ...n 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 Racker Model 910 Serial Number 267142 to 294520 Safety Information While Morse Manufacturing Co dru...

Page 2: ...nit 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 be...

Page 3: ... in the opposite direction The truck will come to a stop and then unless the controls are returned to the center neutral position accelerate in the opposite direction Steering Figure 3 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 3 2 St...

Page 4: ...rom 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 ...

Page 5: ... and chime catches secure push the LIFT CONTROL LEVER to raise the drum Continue to raise only until the drum is 6 12 clear of the floor a height sufficient to permit the drum to swing clear of the floor when tilting to horizontal WARNING Stay clear of raised drum NEVER allow anyone to be below any part of a raised drum handler or drum Remain behind the control handle while handling a drum After e...

Page 6: ...IZONTAL position IF THE TOP OF THE DRUM IS NOT SEATED AGAINST THE BRIDGE THE RIM GRIP PADS MAY NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE AND THE DRUM CAN SLIDE OFF Note There are interlock switches built into the drum holder which are intended to prevent tilting when the drum is not properly positioned The true safety of this operation however depends on the operator correctly positioning the drum in the drum holder an...

Page 7: ...ove the 6 PILOT back to clear the drum Maintenance Periodic inspection for the general condition of structural and mechanical components is imperative for safe and efficient operation 1 Periodically inspect all moving parts framework drum holder and contact areas for signs of wear fatigue or loosening Tighten 2 adjust or replace parts as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper function In...

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