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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 285XGR

Super-Duty Forklift-Karrier

CONTENTS

Page

Receiving  Procedures.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .    1
Warranty.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .    1
Safety  Information.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .      1  -  2
Machine  Description.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  3
Assembly  Instructions.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  3 
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

 4 

Maintenance.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .    4
Dimensions to Calculate Lost Load. . . . . . . . .   5
Parts Lists and Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   6 - 7

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

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 company!

Then you may contact Morse for assistance with your

freight claim.

Morse Manufacturing will not be held responsible for any

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.

Operator’s Manual 

for Morse Super-Duty 

Forklift-Karrier

Model 285XGR

Serial Number 1219 to ____ (MMYY)

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.

Copyright 2020  -  Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

Form PL285XGR (1219-____)   

(Updated 9 Mar, 2020) 

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Summary of Contents for 285XGR

Page 1: ...manship 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 l...

Page 2: ...ther type of drum or object DO NOT exceed the weight capacity of 2500 Lb 1134 kg 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 Cl...

Page 3: ...ssure Prior to initial use inspect all moving parts and test rotation of chain wheel and saddle 6 assembly Perform necessary load test inspections operator training etc Important Review the Material Safety Data Sheet s for the material s in the drum s and take 1 all necessary precautions Safety shoes work gloves hard hat and other personal protective devices are recommended Please read all instruc...

Page 4: ...ispensing To control the pouring angle of the drum pay out one side of chain and pull the other side to prevent the drum from free wheeling When dispensing is completed rotate the drum back to 9 vertical and return drum While transporting ensure that the drum is raised away from the floor to prevent the drum bottom from interfering with a pallet or other obstacle Remove the drum by activating the ...

Page 5: ...andling Equipment Model 285XGR Super Duty Forklift Karrier Operator s Manual for Morse Super Duty Forklift Karrier with 2500 Lb Capacity Model 285XGR Serial Number 1219 to ____ MMYY Form PL285XGR 1219 ____ Updated 9 Mar 2020 5 ...

Page 6: ...Updated 9 Mar 2020 6 The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment Model 285XGR Super Duty Forklift Karrier Operator s Manual for Morse Super Duty Forklift Karrier with 2500 Lb Capacity Model 285XGR Serial Number 1219 to ____ MMYY ...

Page 7: ...DLE WELD XGR 2500LB NOT SOLD SEPARATELY 102 2 6294 P SHCS 1 2 13 X 8 103 1 3067 P CATCH 375 R TOGGLE CAMLOCK 104 1 4516 P FRONT BAND WELD CLAMP XGR 105 1 4187 P TOGGLE CLAMP W 6 U GR 106 1 3601 P RELEASE LEVER 2984 P 107 1 4682 P U BOLT 6 375 R CLAMP 108 8 22 P SHCS 3 8 24 X 5 8 109 1 4515 P FRONT BAND WELD CATCH XGR 110 2 6266 P NUT 1 2 13 NYLON LOCK 111 1 525 P KEY WOODRUFF SIZE F ASA1211 112 1 ...

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