MORSE MFG. CO., INC.
• 727 West Manlius Street • P.O. Box 518 • East Syracuse, NY 13057-0518
Phone: 315-437-8475 • Fax: 315-437-1029 • Email:
• Website:
www.MORSEmfgco.com
COPYRIGHT 2007 MORSE MFG. CO., INC.
Form PL 81 (0105-0607)
(Updated 06/2007)
Page 1
MODEL 81
DRUM SPOTTER
The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR MORSE MODEL 81 DRUM SPOTTER
Serial Number 0105 to 0607 (MMYY - Month Year)
For 55 Gallon Steel, Plastic and Fiber Drum with Suitable Top Rim
22 to 23.5” (56 - 60 cm) Diameter
34 to 36” (86 - 91 cm) Tall
A. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ARE ON PAGE 5.
B. IMPORTANT:
1. 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.
2. Please read all instructions
thoroughly
before attempting to operate your new MORSE drum handler.
3. The Model 81 has a maximum capacity ratings of 800 Lb. Drum-Spotters are made for various drum sizes and types
as listed above.
DO NOT
exceed these ratings or an unsafe condition may result which could cause damage,
excessive wear, or make the unit awkward or dangerous to handle.
4. Drum-Spotters are intended for lifting, moving, and holding drums. Drums may be lifted upright to or from the floor,
pallets, dollies, scales, etc.
5. When loading, unloading, operating, or maintaining your MORSE drum handler, always use care and good judgment.
Maintain secure footing and a firm hold. Keep hands and loose clothing away from all moving parts. Never allow
anyone to be below any part of a raised drum handler or drum. Read operating instructions and review the pictures
in the sales brochure before operation.
C. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Roll the assembled Drum-Spotter to the drum. (Assembly instructions are on page 5.)
2. Grip the push-handle, squeeze both release rods and raise the handle to position lifting hooks below top rim of
drum.
3. Roll the Drum-Spotter forward to drum.
4. Pull down the push-handle to raise the drum. The Drum-Spotter will hold up the drum and may be rolled away
carrying the drum.
5. It is necessary to have a firm, two hand hold to lower the push-handle and squeeze the release rods. With both
release rods squeezed, the handle will unlock and allow the weight of the drum to make the handle tend to rise.
Apply sufficient force to allow the handle to rise slowly to control the descent of the drum.
D. MAINTENANCE:
1. Lubricate wheels and other moving parts periodically to maintain free action and reduce wear.
2. Tighten all nuts and bolts periodically except the two 1/2” carriage bolts (item 11) which should be just loose enough
to permit a hinging motion of the stanchion and handle.
E. PARTS INFORMATION
Worn or damaged parts must be replaced with the correct, genuine Morse parts. Please refer to the attached
diagram and list. When ordering, specify model number, serial number, part numbers and descriptions. See pages 2,
and 3.
