morse 201 Series User manual

Copyright 2019 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. Form OM201 (286584-______) (Updated 22 Jul, 2020) 1
The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
201 Series
Portable Drum Rollers
[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
Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Assembly and Installation Instructions. . . . . . 3 - 4
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operator’s Manual
for Morse
Wheeled Portable Drum Rollers
201 Series
with Serial Number 286584 to ______
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
wheels. Perform necessary 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.
DANGER - Stay Clear of Rotating Drum. NEVER allow anyone to be near any part of the rotating
drum. Operator should remain clear of the Roller.
CAUTION - Install Morse Rollers in accordance with OSHA requirements for enclosure and interlock,
etc. For OSHA compliance, see OSHA subpart O.1910.212 “General Requirements for all Machines.”
Power connections and motor controls must comply with applicable codes.
A Morse safety enclosure with safety interlock can be ordered for any Morse drum rotator.
WARNING - The 201 Series Drum Rollers are designed to handle one drum of the types listed at
the top of page 3 under Machine Description. DO NOT attempt to handle any other type of drum or
object. DO NOT exceed the weight capacity.
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 with non-slip soles and hard toe protection.
CAUTION -DONOTallowdrumtoimpactonoor,ground,etc.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including barium sulfate, 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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Machine Description
The 201 Series Drum Rollers are designed to roll a steel drum, 6” to 28” (15.2 to 71.1 cm) in diameter, and up to 37” (94 cm) long.
Fixed speed models roll a 22.5” (57.2 cm) diameter drum at 20 RPM.•
The 201VS Series has Variable Speed from 15 to 24 RPM. The drum rotation speed is based on a 22.5” (57.2 cm) diameter•
55-gallon (210 liter) steel drum and a 60 Hz, 1725 RPM motor. The drum rotation speed decreases with a 50 Hz motor.
Capacity:
The maximum liquid load capacity rating is 500 Lb. (227 kg).•
Dry load capacity is 300 Lb. (136 kg).•
WARNING - DO NOT exceed these ratings. Exceeding these ratings or handling a drum other than those mentioned above
is unsafe and could result in equipment damage,
excessive wear, motor overload and shortened service
life of transmission components.
Options
Option # 1-5P• (top right) - Install this Idler Attachment to roll a
1 to 5 gallon can or pail on a Portable Drum Roller.
A 55-gallon plastic drum can be rotated with the correct POLY•
option installed.
Order• Option # POLY-201 factory installed on your new
201 Series Drum Roller.
Order• Option # POLY-201FIforeldinstallationofPOLY
Kit on your existing 201 Series Drum Roller.
Important
Review the Material Safety Data Sheet(s) for the material(s) in1.
the drum(s) and take all necessary precautions. Safety shoes,
work gloves, hard hat and other personal protective devices are
recommended.
Please read all instructions thoroughly before attempting to2.
operate your new Morse drum handler.
When loading, unloading, operating, or maintaining your MORSE3.
drum Roller, 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.
Morse Rollers do not comply with OSHA unless they are installed4.
in accordance with OSHA subpart O, 1910.212 - “General
requirements for all machines.” Morse Rollers should be installed
in accordance with OSHA requirements for enclosure and
interlock, etc. Power connections and motor controls must comply
with applicable codes.
Prior to initial use, inspect all moving parts. Perform necessary5.
inspections, operator training, etc.
Figure 1
Option # 1-5P Option # POLY-201

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Operating Instructions - Video at: morsedrum.com/videos/portable-drum-roller.htm
Position Roller in front of drum to be1.
rotated. Extend tipping lever and tilt
Roller forward towards drum until
almost vertical. Activate kickstand
(image 4.1) by using your foot to pull
kickstand toward you so the Roller
stands by itself.
Using a drum hand truck e.g. Morse2.
model 160 (image 4.2) or a below-hook
drum lifter, carefully place the drum
onto the base plate of the drum Roller.
With tipping lever fully extended for3.
maximum leverage, engage tipping
lever hook on top rim of drum (image
4.3).
If necessary, push tipping lever forward4.
toraisekickstando󰀨oor.Release
kickstand by pulling yellow kickstand
release lock lever (image 4.4) toward
you.
4.1 4.2
4.3
4.4
Assembly and Installation Instructions
Remove cotter pin from hole in end of tipping lever. Slide lever through hole in back plate of Roller. Replace cotter pin in hole in end1.
of tipping lever and spread cotter pin ends.
Next, adjust drive and idler wheels to your particular drum. With provided 1/8” allen wrench, loosen the two set screws found in each2.
wheel hub. Wheels should be positioned to support the drum at its strongest point; adjacent to ribs (see Figure 1). Put the two inner
wheels next to drum ribs to hold drum from moving axially. If the drum rubs the nose piece, readjust the wheels. Tighten wheel set
screws.
A variety of drum diameters can be accommodated by adjusting the idler wheel assembly toward the drive side for smaller diameters3.
and away from the drive side for larger diameters. Remove the six bearing mount bolts and slide the idler wheel assembly to the
proper set of mount holes and refasten the mount bolts. It is very important to ensure that all three pillow bearings are accurately
aligned after tightening the mount bolts.
Do not put into service without proper motor protection and controls. The ½ horse power, single phase 115V 60Hz unit is supplied4.
with a switch, cord and plug. The motor can be plugged into the wall power supply and started with the switch. When starting the
unit be careful to stand clear of the Roller as the drum will begin to rotate.
Units ordered with a three phase, explosion proof or 50Hz motor are not supplied with switch, cord, or plug. Customer should
provide the proper controls and consult an electrician to complete the wiring.
Rollers equipped with an air motor require 40 psi, 22 scfm. Operating the air motor at higher pressures will reduce the life of the air
motor and power transmission components.

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Place foot on axle foot pad for added5.
leverage and pull back on tipping lever until
drum is broken over. (image 5.1) Reposition
foot, and continue lowering until Roller and
drum are horizontal (image 5.2).
With drum in horizontal position, it is now6.
ready to be moved to desired location to
begin drum rolling operation.
The speed on the 201VS Series can be adjusted7.
to roll a 22.5” (57 cm) diameter drum from 15 to 24
RPM (13 to 20 RPM on 50Hz models) by turning the
variable speed control crank (image 5.3) located in the
bottom right corner of the back plate. Turn the crank
counterclockwise to increase drum RPM. Turn crank
clockwise to decrease RPM.
For compliance with safety regulations, the drum8.
roller should be moved into an enclosure with safety
interlock (image 5.4) before drum rolling is started.
Preventative Maintenance:
Pillow Block Bearings: Grease every 6-12 months in ordinary•
environment, grease monthly in dirty conditions. Seeinformation for
Bearing Lubrication greasetypesandllamountsat:
https://morsedrum.com/ops/2654-P_bearing-grease.pdf
Drive Chains: Grease every 6-12 months with multiservice lubricant.•
For example - Whitmore’s Surtac® 2000 HD shown at:
https://morsedrum.com/ops/MSDS_Surtac_2000.pdf
5.1 5.2
5.3
5.4