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Copyright 2019  -  Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

Form PL287-2H (1010-____) 

(Updated 14 Jun, 2019 8:52 AM)

   

 

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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 287-2H

Carriage Mount Drum Handler

Contents

Page

Receiving  Procedures.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  1
Warranty.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .    1
Safety  Information.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .      1  -  2
Machine  Description.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 

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Operating  Instructions.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  ..  .  .  .  . 

  4  -  5

Maintenance.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .    5
Parts  Lists  and  Diagrams.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .      6  -  7
Calculating  Lost  Load.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .    8

operator’s Manual 

for Morse 

MORSPEED

 

tM

 

Carriage Mount Drum Handler

Model 287-2H

Serial Number 1010 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

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.

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 287-2H

Page 1: ...nst 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...

Page 2: ...isted 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 of 1500 Lb 680 kg per drum 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 an...

Page 3: ...tive devices are recommended Please read all instructions thoroughly before attempting to operate your new Morse drum handler 2 The model 287 2H has a maximum capacity rating of 1500 Lb 680 kg per drum 3 Exceeding this rating or handling drums other than those mentioned above is unsafe and could result in equipment damage excessive wear or awkward handling When loading unloading operating or maint...

Page 4: ...een to be properly suspended Avoid any tendency to interrupt the lift while 6 the MORSPEED TM Jaws operate to grab the drum After very little practice operations 5 6 and 7 will be done easily in one flow of action TIP It is not necessary to tilt the mast forward or back to effect gripping or releasing TIP It is not necessary to have the jaws make first contact with the drum rim Simply drive them i...

Page 5: ...ns 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 floor leaning backward As drum settles and tries to return to upright it may pull against inside of the upper jaw hook preventing the upper jaw from moving cleanly upward and away to release the drum Maintenance Regular lu...

Page 6: ..._ Updated 14 Jun 2019 8 52 AM 6 ITEM QTY PART DESCRIPTION 1 1 287 2H MORSPEED CARRIAGE MOUNT 1 HEAD 2 1 2625 P TIE ROD WELD 287 2H 3 1 2619 P TIE ROD HOOK 287 2H 4 1 17 P WASHER 5 8 SAE FL 1 5 16 OD 5 1 2626 P NUT 5 8 11 FIN HEX 6 1 2624A P CARRIAGE MOUNT WELD 287 2H 7 1 2624 P CARRIAGE MNT W LOCK W O HEAD 8 1 913 P HAIR PIN PIN RETAINER 287 2H 9 1 4900X2 P MORSPEED DOUBLE HEAD 1 DRUM 10 1 911 P L...

Page 7: ... BOTTOM MS 24 1 4997 P SOCKET WELD SPRING MS 25 1 5004 P POST WELD COIL SPRING MS 26 12 4988 P WAVE DISC SPRING 5 8 01 27 12 5008 P SNAP RING EXTERNAL 5 8 28 3 5011 P PIN LINK HEAD MOUNT MS 29 1 3003 P SPRING COIL BACK REST 929 P 30 1 5018 P SPACER PIN BOTTOM LINK 31 1 5036 P BOX WELD 4900X2 P 32 2 4986 P INNER HEAD ASM MORSPEED 10 33 2 2973 P SPRING MORSPEED YELLOW 34 2 5010 P PIN HEAD HARD MS 35...

Page 8: ...andling Equipment Model 287 2H Carriage Mount Drum Handler Operator s Manual for Morse MORSPEED TM Carriage Mount Drum Handler Model 287 2H Serial Number 1010 to ____ MMYY Form PL287 2H 1010 ____ Updated 14 Jun 2019 8 52 AM 8 ...

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