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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

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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

Lift / Lower and tilt Control Levers (Figure 4.1)

The LIFT CONTROL LEVER, used to lift and lower a drum, is mounted near the 

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base of the steering arm. Push lever away from operator to lift a drum, and pull 

lever toward you to lower a drum. 

 

The TILT CONTROL LEVER is also mounted near the base of the steering arm. 

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Push lever away from you to tilt the drum to vertical, and pull this lever toward the 

operator to tilt the drum to horizontal.

Battery Disconnect (Figure 4.1)

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

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 - Watch out for pinch points

 

Stay clear of moving parts. Operator should remain behind  

 

the controls during the lift operation.

Figure 4.1

Installation Instructions

The power to the control levers is disabled for shipment. To enable the control 

levers, the customer has to make two wiring connections inside the rear panel on 

the < PILOT > before use.

Connect wiring for LIFT and TILT controls:

Turn the key to OFF position

1. 

Rotate steering arm to one side

2. 

Open cabinet directly below steering arm

3. 

Connect top left wires (figure 4.2)

4. 

Connect bottom right wires (figure 4.3)

5. 

Close cabinet and turn key to the ON position

6. 

Test levers to confirm power connection

7. 

Figure 4.2

Figure 4.3

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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