morse 285A-BP User manual

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Model 285A-BP
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CONTENTS
Page
Receiving Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2
Machine Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Dimensions to Calculate Lost Load. . . . . . . . . . 5
Parts List and Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 8
Operator’s Manual
for Morse
Forklift-Karrier with
Battery-Powered Drum Tilt
Model 285A-BP
Serial Number 0413 to 0617 (MMYY)
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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modications,unauthorizedrepairsorpartssubstitution.
Safety Information
While Morse Manufacturing Co. drum handling equipment is
engineeredforsafetyandefciency,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 and test rotation of
drum holder. Perform necessary load test, inspections, operator
training, etc.
[email protected] 727 West Manlius St.
East Syracuse, NY, 13057 USA
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Safety Information (continued)
DANGER - Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death.
This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.
WARNING - Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or
death.
CAUTION - Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, can result in damage to the machine.
CAUTION – Do Not Transport with Drum Raised. Always lower the drum holder to lowest position
before transporting.
WARNING - The Forklift-Karrier is designed to handle one drum of the types listed 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.
WARNING -DoNotModifytheUnit.Undernocircumstancesshouldanymodicationsbemadeto
theMorsemachinerywithoutfactoryauthorization.Anymodicationsmayvoidthewarranty.This
machinewasdesignedtoperformaspecicjobandalterationsmayresultininjurytooperatoror
machine.
WARNING -NoLooseFittingClothing.Wearclose-ttingclothingandsafetyequipmentappropriate
tothejob.Loosettingclothingmaybecomecaughtonthemachineryandcauseseverepersonal
injury.
CAUTION - Wear Safety Shoes. Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles and hard toe protection.
CAUTION: DONOTallowdrumtoimpactonoor,ground,ordumpingstation,etc.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including cobalt, titanium dioxide, and
2-methylimidazole, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and bisphenol-A, which is
known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and arsenic, which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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Machine Description
The Model 285A-BP Forklift-Karrier is designed to lift, transport, and dispense a ribbed
55-gallonsteelorberdrum22.5”to23.5”indiameter.Themaximumfull-drumcapacity
is 1500 Lb. The capacity is derated to 800 Lb. for a half-full drum. The half-full rating is
based on the tilt mechanism’s capacity for handling an unbalanced bottom-heavy drum.
Options
A smaller diameter drum can be handled with the correct size 55/30•
Series Diameter Adaptor installed (see Diameter Adaptor literature).
The adjustable Bracket Assembly (Part # 4556-P) is• required to handle
aplasticdrumwithoutatoprim(seegure2.1).TheBracketAssembly
isalsorecommendedwhenhandlingaberdrum.Youcanalsousethe
Bracket Assembly when handling a rimmed drum.
To handle a 55-gallon plastic drum with suitable top rim, you• must install
either the Bracket Assembly or the Top Rim Clamp (Part # 4560-P) (see
gure2.2).YoucanusetheTopRimClamptohandlea55-gallonplastic,
steelorberdrumwithsuitabletoprim.
Wireless Control (part # 4804-P) provides•
safe, simple and reliable wireless machine tilt
control with up to approximately 300 foot (91 m)
operating range. It features 900MHz frequency
hopping technology for eliminating interference
from other RF sources. Easily switch between
direct wire pendant control and wireless remote
control. Quick DC power disconnect for locking
out the equipment.
Important
Please read all instructions thoroughly before attempting to operate your new Morse drum handler.1.
When loading, unloading, operating, or maintaining your MORSE drum handler, always use care and good judgment. Maintain2.
securefootingandarm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.
Because the model 285A-BP is a front-end attachment for a forklift, OSHA3.
recommends that “… the truck (forklift) be marked to identify the attachment(s) and
show the approximate weight of the truck and attachment combination at maximum
elevationwithloadlaterallycentered.”Seecenterofgravitydimensionsofmodel
285A-BP on page 5 for calculating lost load on your equipment.
Prior to operation: open the rear cover to access the power pack & replace the red4.
shipping plug in the hydraulic reservoir with the supplied black breather plug.
Figure 2.2
Plastic drum being lifted
with part number 4560-P
Top Rim ClampAssembly
installed.
Figure 2.1
Plastic drum being lifted with
part number 4556-P Bracket
Assembly installed.

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Operating Instructions
Before sliding forklift forks into the fork tubes, adjust forks to1.
aninsidespreadof25”minimum.Lockforksintopositionon
the forklift carriage.
Drive the forklift forward to slip the forks into the fork tubes.2.
Tighten tee screws (item #4) to secure the Forklift Karrier to
the forks.
Release the cinch chain (item #112) and hang the loose end3.
from the upright peg on the front of the guard. Allow the
ratchet hinge plate to swing to the open position.
DrivetheforkliftwiththeForkliftKarriernearoorlevelto4.
position the saddle band around the middle of the drum
between the ribs.
Drape the cinch chain across the front of the drum and5.
insert one link into the slot on the ratchet handle. Turn the
ratchet handle clockwise to tighten the cinch chain around
the drum (shown right).
Remove pendant assembly (item #27) from holder on guard6.
and place near operator’s seat.
Raiseforkstocleartheoorandtransportdruminvertical7.
position to dispensing location.
To pour drum: press the down button on the pendant,8.
rotating drum to angle required for dispensing.
When dispensing is completed, rotate the drum back to9.
vertical by pressing the up button on the pendant and
return drum. While transporting, ensure that the drum is
raisedawayfromtheoortopreventthedrumbottomfrom
interfering with a pallet or other obstacle.
CAUTION: DO NOT exceed weight capacity of 1500 Lb. for FULL drum,
800 Lb. for HALF-FULL drum.
CAUTION: DO NOT allow drum to impact on oor, ground, or dumping station, etc.
Maintenance
Lubricate cylinder pins (items 14 & 11) and linkages (items 8 & 9).1.
Clean and oil ratchet, pawl, saddle hinge, and other moving parts periodically. (Clean & lubricate more often in environments where2.
dust, dirt or other foreign particles will effect the performance of moving parts.)
Periodicinspectionforthegeneralconditionofstructuralandmechanicalcomponentsisimperativeforsafeandefcientoperation.3.
Periodically inspect all moving parts, framework, and contact areas for signs of wear, fatigue, or loosening. Tighten, adjust, or4.
replace parts as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper function.
Inspectthehydraulicsystemforoildrips,hosedamage,orothersignsofwear.Inspectthelevelandconditionofthehydraulicuid.5.
Replace any parts that show signs of wear.
Worn or damaged parts must be properly replaced with the correct, genuine Morse parts.6.
HydraulicpumpisshippedlledwithNocoPremiumplusautomatictransmissionuidd/m.Materialsafetydatasheet(msds)is7.
available online. Change oil yearly, sooner depending on dirty conditions or outdoor use. Replace oil with Mobil dte 24 or equivalent
for indoor use (Mobil dte 13 for outdoor use).
*Foreachsizeberdrum,thismodelrequiresa55/30seriesDiameterAdaptor.

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Center of Gravity Dimensions for Calculating Lost Load on Equipment

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ITEM # QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION
1 * 2 18-P BEARING,1”IDX2-1/2”
2 1 3849B-P BEARING ASM, SLIDING IDLER
3 * 1 19-P BEARING,3/4”IDX2-1/2”
4 2 58-P SET SCREW, LOCK TEE, 285
5 4 1474-P WASHER, 3/8 SPLIT LOCK
6 2 535-P HHCS,3/8-16X1-1/4GR5
7 1 5522-P CYLINDER,2X10,SAEADJCLEV
8 1 1281-P POWER LINK WELD, A-BP
9 1 2500-P DRAG LINK WELD, A-BP
10 3 16-P COLLAR,1”ID
11 1 2506-P PIN WELD, CYL, 285A-BP
12 2 15-P COLLAR,3/4”ID
13 1 29-P SPACER,SPURGEAR.15”
14 1 704-P AXLE,3/4”,USEWITHPUSH-ON
15 1 M3551-P HYDPOWERPACK,12VDC,BP
16 4 1166-P WASHER,3/8USS1”OD
17 3 1657-P HHCS,3/8-16X3/4GR2
18 3 5212-P GROMMET, 1-1/2 OD, RUBBER
19 1 3682-P STRAIN RELIEF, 285A-BP
20 1 1729-P BOTTOM,BATTERYBOX,400
21 1 1728-P TOP,BATTERYBOX,400,285A-BP
22 1 388-P BATTERY,12VDC
ITEM # QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION
23 4 4168-P WASHER, 7/32, 1-1/2 OD, FENDER
24 8 193-P SCREW,12-14X3/43PTTEK
25 1 4814-P LINKAGE GUARD WELD, 285A-BP
26 4 3610-P HYD FIT, MALE ELBOW, SAE
27 1 4605-P PENDANT ASM, WIRED, 20’ A-BP
28 1 391-P CHARGER12V50HZ60HZ100-240V
29 1 5000-P SADDLE ASM, MORCINCH, MOR
30 1 4911-P PLATE WELD, BOLT ON, A-BP
31 1 4913-P HARNESS, BATTERY CABLE, 28/20
32 1 4820-P HANDLE, BATTERY CONNECT
33 1 2466A-P HYDHOSEASM,35”285A-BP
34 4 1517-P SCREW,1/4-20X5/8PANHEAD
35 4 1518-P NUT, 1/4-20 NYLON LOCK
36 2 4770-P LATCH, SPRING, 305-CAGE, A-BP
37 2 1739-P WASHER 3/8 INTERNAL TOOTH LOCK
38 3 1169-P NUT,3/8-16REVHEXLOCK
39 2 4927-P SHCS,3/8-16X1-1/4FH
40 1 4914-P HARNESS, PUMP CABLE, 18/24
41 1 55-P WASHER, 3/4 SAE FL 1-1/2 OD
42 2 64-P ROLLPIN,3/16X1-1/4
43 1 4372-P SPACER,HDDRIVESHAFT1.4”
44 1 2467A-P HYDHOSEASM,40”285A-BP
* Recommended spare parts

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ITEM QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION
101* 1 4214A-P RATCHET PLATE CPT, MOR
103 1 168-P PAWL, WITH DRILLED HOLE
104 1 136-P GRIP,HANDLE7/8”X4-3/4”
106 1 169-P SPRING, PAWL
107 1 170-P SCREW,3/8DIAX5/8SHOULDER
108* 2 5019-P CHAIN, HINGE, 9/32 ALLOY 2 LK
109* 4 4177-P BOLT,5/16-18X1CARRIAGERIB
ITEM QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION
110* 4 4178-P NUT, 5/16-18 FLANGE LOCK, MOR
111* 1 4172SP-P PIN, S.P., CINCH CHAIN, 5000-P
112* 1 5017-P CHAIN, CINCH, 9/32, 38 LINK
113* 1 4414-P COVER,CINCHCHAIN,FLEXPVC
114 1 4710-P PIN, BOW TIE COTTER, MOR
115* 1 4744-P SNAPRING,EXTERNAL,3/8”
117 1 1634-P NUT,5/16-18WHIZLOCK
* Recommended spare parts.