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456 Series
Hydra-Lift Drum Rollers
Operator’s Manual for Morse 456 Series Hydra-Lift Drum Rollers
Serial Number 283648 to ______
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Copyright 2019 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. Form PL456 (283648-______) (Updated 27 Jun, 2019 9:48 AM) 3
Machine Description
TheMorse456SeriesHydra-LiftDrumRollersaredesignedtoreceiveanuprightdrumatoor
level, hydraulically tilt drum to horizontal, and rotate the drum on its side between 5 and 20 RPM
(4 to 16 RPM with 50Hz models). It is designed to rotate a steel drum 6” to 28” in diameter, and up
to 40” tall. The maximum liquid capacity is 1000 Lb. Capacity is derated to 400 Lb. for a dry load.
Options
A 1 to 5 gallon can or pail can be rotated with the optional Idler Attachment (part # 1-5-1) installed.•
A 55-gallon plastic drum can be rotated with the correct POLY option installed.•
Order Option POLY-456 factory installed on your new 456 Series Drum Roller.•
Order Option POLY-456FI for feld installation of POLY Kit on your existing 456 Series Drum Roller.•
Guard Enclosure Kit - Install all Morse Rotators in accordance with OSHA requirements for enclosure and safety interlock, etc. so•
therotatorautomaticallyturnsowhenenclosuredoorisopened.OnewaytoaccomplishthisiswithaMorseGuardEnclosurewith
safety interlock.
Controls
There are two powered functions for the operator to control. Each function is controlled separately by levers mounted on the control
station.
The “TILT” function, for vertical positioning of the drum holder. The lever on the right side is the “TILT” control valve. Raising the lever1.
will tilt the drum to vertical. Lowering the lever will tilt the drum to horizontal.
The “ROLL” function, or the rotation of the drum holder. The lever on the left side is the “ROLL” control valve. Raising this lever2.
causes the drum to rotate. Lowering the lever away from the operator will stop the drum from rotating. The rotation speed can
be varied with the metering valve (item 13 on page 8). Turn the valve clockwise to increase speed up to a nominal 20 RPM,
counterclockwise to decrease speed down to a nominal 5 RPM. RPM is based on a 22.5” diameter 55-gallon steel drum and a 60Hz
1725 RPM motor.
Assembly and Installation Instructions
Hydraulicuid:Hydra-LiftDrumRollersareshippedlledwithhydraulicuid(dexron3orequivalent).Replacethe• RED shipping
plug from the hydraulic reservoir with the supplied BLACK breather, and install hydraulic levers BEFORE operation.
The base has four 1/2” (1.27 cm) diameter holes spaced 20-3/8” wide x 62-5/8” long (51.75 cm wide x 159.07 cm long). Morse•
recommendstherotatorbesecuredtotheoorusing3/8”x3”(.95cmx7.6cm)lagbolts(notincluded).
Install all Morse Rotators in accordance with OSHA requirements for enclosure and safety interlock, etc. Drum rotator must•
automaticallyturnowhenenclosuredoorisopened.
ControlStation-MakingConnections:•
AIR Powered Models
Fortheairmotorpoweredrotator,alter,regulator,•
lubricatorismountedonthecontrolstation.Ashuto
ball valve is installed on the inlet of the regulator. The air
connection should be made at the inlet of this valve.
Ensurethatthesupplyairlinesareofsucientsize•
to provide proper air volume. The air motor requires
40 scfm, and 40 psi of compressed air. The proper air
pressure will depend on the weight of the drum (see Air
Motor Technical Info).
AC Powered Models
The main power must be wired into the control box.•
Models ordered with non-explosion proof motor and•
appropriate Morse Control Package have the control box
wired to the motor.
Models ordered with explosion proof motor and•
appropriate Morse Explosion-Proof Control Package have
no wiring from the nema 7/9 control box to the motor.
Please consult an electrician to complete the wiring.
Jog the motor to check rotation. Motor fan must turn•
clockwise.
To reverse rotation if necessary•
For3phasemotors:interchangeanytwoinputleads.•
For1phasemotors:interchangewires5&8in•
junction box.