morse 285A-HDSS User manual

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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 285A-HDSS
Stainless Steel Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier
[email protected] 103 kuhn Rd.
Syracuse, NY, 13208 U.S.A.
morsedrum.com [phone]
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 Lists and Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 7
Operator’s Manual
for Morse Stainless Steel
Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier
Model 285A-HDSS
Serial Number 0818 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modications,unauthorizedrepairsorpartssubstitution.
Safety Information
While Morse Manufacturing Co. drum handling equipment is
engineeredforsafetyande󰀩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
chain wheel and saddle assembly. Inspect saddle assembly
for proper operation. Perform necessary load test, inspections,
operator training, etc.

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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.
WARNING - The Heavy-Duty 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. (680kg). Exceding these ratings is unsafe and could
result in equipment damage, excessive wear or awkward handling.
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 – Do Not Transport with Drum Raised. Always lower the drum holder to lowest position
before transporting.
CAUTION - 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

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Operator’s Manual for Morse Stainless Steel Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier Model 285A-HDSS
Serial Number 0818 to ____ (MMYY)
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Machine Description
The Model 285A-HDSS Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier is designed to lift,
transport,anddispensearibbed55-gallon(210liter)steelorberdrum
22” to 23.5” (56 to 59.7 cm) in diameter. The maximum full-drum capacity
is 1500 Lb. (680 kg). The capacity is derated to 800 Lb. (363 kg) 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•
55/30SS Series Stainless Steel Diameter Adaptor installed (see
Diameter Adaptor literature).
The• Bracket Assembly (Part # 4556SS-P) is required to
handleaplasticdrumwithoutatoprim(seegure2.1).Itisalso
recommendedtomoresecurelyhandleaberdrum.Youcanuse
the Bracket Assembly with a 55-gallon (210 liter) plastic, steel or
berdrum.Thebraceattopandbottomofthedrumpreventitfrom
slipping lengthways through the drum holder. It adjusts for a drum
31” to 39” (79 to 99 cm) tall.
The• Top Rim Clamp (Part # 4560SS-P) grips the upper rim of your
drumtopreventitfromslippingthroughthedrumholder(seegure
2.2). To handle a 55-gallon plastic drum with top rim, you must
install either the Bracket Assembly or the Top Rim Clamp. You can
use the Top Rim Clamp with a 55-gallon plastic (210 liter), steel or
berdrumwithsuitabletoprim.
Important
Please read all instructions thoroughly before attempting to operate1.
your new Morse drum handler.
When loading, unloading, operating, or maintaining your MORSE2.
drum handler, always use care and good judgment. Maintain 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.
This model 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 on page 5 for
calculating lost load on your equipment.
Figure 2.2
Plastic drum being
lifted with part number
4560SS-P Top Rim
Clamp Assembly
installed.
Figure 2.1
Plastic drum being lifted
with part number 4556SS-P
Bracket Assembly installed.

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Operator’s Manual for Morse Stainless Steel Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier Model 285A-HDSS
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Operating Instructions
Before sliding forklift forks into the fork tubes, adjust1.
forks to an inside spread of 25” (63.5 cm) minimum.
Lock forks into position on the forklift carriage.
Drive the forklift forward to slip the forks into the fork2.
tubes. Tighten tee screws (item #8) to secure the Forklift
Karrier to the forks.
Release the cinch chain (item #112) and hang the loose3.
end from the upright peg on the front of the gear block.
Swing the ratchet hinge plate 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 (shown
right). Turn the ratchet handle clockwise to tighten the
cinch chain around the drum (see detail).
Remove pull chain (item #11) from chain box on base6.
frame and place end of loop near operator’s seat.
Raiseforkstocleartheoorandtransportdrumin7.
vertical position to dispensing location.
To pour drum: pull on chain (item #11), rotating drum to8.
angle required for dispensing. To control the pouring
angle of the drum, pay out one side of chain and pull the
other side to prevent the drum from free-wheeling.
If the Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier is equipped with the9.
MORStop Tilt-Brake, there is no need to hold tension on
both sides of the chain loop. Braking is immediate and
self-actuating, without additional steps by the operator.
To add the MORStop Tilt-Brake to your Heavy-Duty
Forklift-Karrier,orderkitforeldinstallation(part#
3900SS-P).
When dispensing is completed, rotate the drum back10.
to vertical 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.
Maintenance
Periodic inspection for the general condition of structural and
mechanicalcomponentsisimperativeforsafeande󰀩cient
operation.
Lubricate gear teeth and roller chain.1.
Clean and oil ratchet, pawl and other moving parts periodically. Clean and lubricate more often in environments where dust, dirt or2.
otherforeignparticleswille󰀨ecttheperformanceofmovingparts.
Periodically inspect all moving parts, framework, drum holder and contact areas for signs of wear, fatigue, or loosening. Tighten,3.
adjust, or replace parts as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper function.
Worn or damaged parts must be properly replaced with the correct, genuine Morse parts.4.

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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 285A-HDSS
Stainless Steel Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier
Operator’s Manual for Morse Stainless Steel Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier Model 285A-HDSS
Serial Number 0818 to ____ (MMYY)
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ITEM QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION
1 1 5000SS-P SADDLE ASM, MORCINCH, MOR, SS
2* 1 3849BSS-P BEARING ASM, SLIDING IDLER, SS
3* 2 19-P BEARING, 3/4” ID X 2-1/2”
4* 1 64SS-P ROLL PIN, 3/16 X 1-1/4, SS
5 2 535SS-P HHCS, 3/8-16 X 1-1/4, SS
6 2 1474SS-P WASHER, 3/8 SPLIT LOCK, SS
7 1 55SS-P WASHER, 3/4 SAE FL 1-1/2 OD SS
8 2 58SS-P SET SCREW, LOCK TEE, 285, SS
9* 1 5245-P GUIDE, POCKET CHAIN WHEEL
10* 1 1303SS-P POCKET CHAIN WHEEL SILVER PC
11* 1 3-285-P CHAIN, PULL, POCKET 20’ LENGTH
12 1 15SS-P COLLAR, 3/4” ID, SS
13* 1 7-P BEARING, 3/4” ID X 1-1/2”
14* 1 5269-P ROLL PIN, 3/16 X 1-3/4
15* 1 5135-P SHAFT, 12T SPROCKET & SPACER
16 1 795-P LINK, MASTER, #35 CHAIN
17* 1 735SS-P KEY, WOODRUFF, 9, T304SS 3/16”
ITEM QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION
18* 1 14-P GEAR, PINION, 7 TOOTH
19* 1 13-P SPROCKET #35 36T, 3/4” BORE
20* 1 12-P CHAIN, ROLLER, #35 W/ M LINK
21* 1 27-P SPUR GEAR W/ 1” SHAFT, HD TYPE
22 1 29SS-P SPACER, SPUR GEAR .15”, SS
23* 2 18-P BEARING, 1” ID X 2-1/2”
24* 2 736SS-P KEY, WOODRUFF, 15, T304SS 1/4”
25* 1 32-P SPROCKET #40D 32T, 1” BORE
26* 1 30-P SPROCKET #40D 16T, 1” BORE
27 1 796-P LINK, MASTER, #40D CHAIN
28* 1 31-P CHAIN, ROLLER, #40D W/ M. LINK
29 4 4481-P SCREW, 8-18 X 5/8 FH SQUARE SS (not
shown)
30 1 4284-P COVER SET, 40D SPROCKETS
31 1 4372SS-P SPACER, HD DRIVE SHAFT 1.4” SS
32 1 4286-P COVER SET, 30:1 GEARS, HD
* Recommended spare parts.

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ITEM QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION
101* 1 4214ASS-P RATCHET HINGE CPT, MOR, SS
103 1 168SS-P PAWL, STEEL-IT
104 1 4409-P GRIP, HANDLE 7/8” X 4-3/4” RED
106 1 169SS-P SPRING, PAWL, SS
107 1 170SS-P 3/8” DIA X 5/8” SHOULDER, SS
108 1 1296SS-P HHCS, 1/4-20 X 7-1/2, SS
109 1 1518SS-P NUT, 1/4-20 NYLON LOCK, SS
110 1 3920SS-P NUT, 5/16-18 NYLON LOCK, SS
111* 1 4172SS-P PIN, CINCH CHAIN, 5000M-P
112* 1 4408-P CHAIN, CINCH, 9/32 SS, 38 LINK
113* 1 4414-P COVER, CINCH CHAIN, FLEX PVC
114 1 4710-P PIN, BOW TIE COTTER, MOR
115* 1 4744SS-P SNAP RING, EXTERNAL, 3/8” SS
* Recommended spare parts.