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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 400A-72SS

Stainless Steel Hydra-Lift, 72”, Manual Lift & Tilt

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Copyright 2019 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

Form OM400A-72SS (1210-____)   

(Updated 12 Jun, 2019 11:56 AM)

 

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Receiving Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1 - 2
Machine Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3 - 4
Assembly Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   5
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   6

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 care-

lessness in operating or maintenance is hazardous to 

personnel. Carefully read the safety precautions below and 

throughout this manual.

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 dam

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aged 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 SHIP-

PInG CoMPAnY!

 Then you may contact Morse for assis-

tance with your freight claim.

• Morse Manufacturing will not be held responsible for any 

damaged freight that is not signed for as damaged.

Delivery to non-business addresses without a loading dock 

result in additional freight charges. Residential delivery fees, 

inside delivery fees, re-delivery charges, and lift gate servic

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es will be added by the truck line, and are non-negotiable.

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 warran-

ties 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 
Stainless Steel Hydra-Lift Drum Karrier
with Manual Lift and Tilt

Model 400A-72SS

Serial number 1210 to ____ (MMYY)

Summary of Contents for 400A-72SS

Page 1: ...amera 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 SHIP PING COMPANY Then you may contact Morse for assis tance with your freight claim Morse Manufacturing will not be held responsible for any damaged freight that is not signed...

Page 2: ...evel 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 au thorization Any modifications may void the warranty This machine was designed to perform a specific job and altera...

Page 3: ...llon plastic steel or fiber drum with suitable top rim Controls The Morse Hydra Lift Karrier is manually propelled and steered There are two functions for the operator to control Figure 2 3 LIFT and lower function for vertical positioning of the drum 1 TILT function to control the degree of rotation of the drum 2 LIFT and Lower Function To raise the drum Insert pump lever handle into pump socket 1...

Page 4: ...n on the floor lock until it locks in the down position activates the floor lock When the floor lock is activated it prevents unwanted free wheeling of the unit Floor conditions determine the effectiveness of the floor lock The operator should verify its holding action before depending on it to hold MORcinch Drum Holder Assembly The drum holder assembly or saddle assembly is the component on the H...

Page 5: ...ting surfaces at their joints should be coated with grease during assembly Figure 1 Figure 2 Step 3 Tip the tower up so it stands on the casters and wheels Step 4 Lift overhead assembly into position A drift pin can help align the holes Insert a greased clevis pin item 12 through mast cap and boom Install a 5 8 washer item 9 and 3 16 roll pin item 8 in the end of the clevis pin See figure 3 Step 5...

Page 6: ...ly important when lifting an open drum The floor lock should be engaged while dispensing draining When dispensing is complete tilt drum back to upright position Disengage the floor lock and lower the drum to transporting height 6 about 6 off the floor WARNING Stay Clear of Raised Drum NEVER allow anyone to be below any part of a raised drum handler or drum Remain behind the push handle while handl...

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