morse 525-N-124 User manual

The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Models 525-N-124, 525-T-124 & 525M-T-124
Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer, Scale-Equipped,
106”, Air Power Lift, Manual Tilt
Contents
Page
Receiving Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2
Machine Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
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.
Operator’s Manual
for Morse Vertical-Lift Drum Pourers
Models 525-N-124, 525-T-124 and 525M-T-124
Serial Number 242094 to 249854
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.
MORSE Mfg. Co., Inc. • 727 West Manlius Street • P.O. Box 518 • East Syracuse, NY 13057-0518
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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Models 525-N-124, 525-T-124 & 525M-T-124
Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer, Scale-Equipped,
106”, Air Power Lift, Manual Tilt
Operator’s Manual for Morse Models 525-N-124, 525-T-124 and 525M-T-124
with Serial Number 242094 to 249854
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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.
DANGER - Stay well clear of power lines.
Never approach a power line. Current in a high voltage line may arc some distance from the wire to
the steel framed, grounded machine.
WARNING - The Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer 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 800 Lb.
WARNING - Level oors only.
Foroperationonlyonclean,leveloorsofsuitablebearingcapacity.Donotuseonslopedsurfaces,
ramps,irregularordebrisstrewnoors.
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 tting 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.
WARNING - Hydraulic uid under pressure can be hazardous.
Escapinghydraulicuidunderpressurecanpenetratetheskin,causingseriousinjury.Avoidthe
hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines. Keep hands and body away from
pinholesandnozzles,whichejectuidunderhighpressure.Useapieceofcardboardtosearchfor
leaks. If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately and inform them of the nature of the accident.
CAUTION - Wear safety shoes.
Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles and hard toe protection.

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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Models 525-N-124, 525-T-124 & 525M-T-124
Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer, Scale-Equipped,
106”, Air Power Lift, Manual Tilt
Operator’s Manual for Morse Models 525-N-124, 525-T-124 and 525M-T-124
with Serial Number 242094 to 249854
Machine Description
The 525 Series Scale-Equipped Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer will pour a drum at up to 106”
high,measuredfromtheoortothelowestpointofahorizontaldrum.Itisdesignedtolift,
transport,anddispensearibbed55-gallonsteeldrum22.5”indiameter,aswellasaber
drum between 22” and 23.5” in diameter. The maximum full-drum capacity is 800 Lb. The
capacity is derated to 500 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.
Drum Holder Assembly
The MORcinch drum holder assembly (or “saddle assembly”) is the component
on the Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer that is intended to hold the drum. The carriage
assembly moves vertically along the mast, to position the MORcinch drum
holder assembly designed to secure a drum around it’s middle using a cinch
chain and ratchet tightening system. The MORcinch drum holder accepts
accessoriesforhandling a plastic drum,aberdrum,or a smallerdiameter
drum.
Options
A smaller diameter drum can be handled with the correct size 55/30•
Series Diameter Adaptor installed (see Diameter Adaptor literature).
The• Bracket Assembly (Part # 4556-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 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” tall.
The• Top Rim Clamp (Part # 4560-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,steelorberdrumwithsuitabletoprim.
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.

The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Models 525-N-124, 525-T-124 & 525M-T-124
Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer, Scale-Equipped,
106”, Air Power Lift, Manual Tilt
Operator’s Manual for Morse Models 525-N-124, 525-T-124 and 525M-T-124
with Serial Number 242094 to 249854
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Controls
The Morse Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer is manually propelled and steered. The drum
lift is powered by an air motor with an on/off valve. There are two functions for the
operator to control (Figure 3.1).
LIFT and Lower Function to raise and lower the drum1.
Plug your air line into the on/off air valve.•
Turn the motor on by holding the valve handle in the on position. The•
drum will lift.
Release the valve handle when the drum is at the desired height.•
To lower the drum: With the motor off, push in the LOWER handle.•
TILT Function to control the degree of rotation of the drum.2.
Turn the hand crank to turn the drum.•
Beforereleasingyourgriponthehandcrank,pulloutthecrankstoppin•
to block the hand crank from spinning freely.
IfthedrumhandlerisequippedwiththeMORStopTilt-Brake,thereisno•
needtousethestoppin.Brakingisimmediateandself-actuating,without
additional steps by the operator.
Note:ToaddtheMORStopTilt-Braketoanexistingdrumhandler,orderpart#
3900-Pforaeldinstallationkit.
WARNING - Watch out for pinch points
Stay clear of moving parts. Operator should remain behind the
push handle during the lift operation.
Floor Lock
Theoorlockhandleislocatedontheleftsideofthepushhandle.Pullingtheoorlockhandletowardtheoperatoruntilitlocksinthedown
positionactivatestheoorlock.Whentheoorlockisactivateditpreventsunwantedfreewheelingoftheunit.Floorconditionsdetermine
theeffectivenessoftheoorlock.Theoperatorshouldverifyitsholdingactionbeforedependingonittohold.
Two Types of Scales
The scales are simple to use and to read enabling accurate batching by weight. The touch pads include numbers for tare
entry.Fourloadcellsaccuratelysensetheweightregardlessofthetiltangleofthedrum.Batterysaving“sleep”mode
turns indicator off when scale is not in use.
Display weight to 0.1 Lb. with accuracy of +/-0.2 %
Scale components will be installed and calibrated before leaving the Morse factory. However, the rigors of transportation
may change scale calibration. To assure proper accuracy, the user should employ local scale service personnel to check
the function and calibration of the scale. Cost of on-site calibration is not included in the selling price.
T-T-124ype Scale
Features an intrinsically safe, ultra low power intensity (ULPI) indicator for use in many hazardous areas, approved for
allclasses,groupsanddivisionsofN.E.C.hazardousenvironmentclassications.ThehandpumpedorManualeddrum
handler with this intrinsically safe weighing system may be used in many hazard areas where ordinary electric powered
equipment would be prohibited.
N-T-124ype Scale
Economical general purpose instrument for use in a variety of weighing applications. NOT for use in hazardous areas.
Powered by six ordinary alkaline D-cell batteries.
“T” Type
Intrinsically safe
scale indicator for
use in hazardous
areas.
“N” Type scale
indicator NOT
for hazardous
environments.
Figure 3.1

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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Models 525-N-124, 525-T-124 & 525M-T-124
Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer, Scale-Equipped,
106”, Air Power Lift, Manual Tilt
Operator’s Manual for Morse Models 525-N-124, 525-T-124 and 525M-T-124
with Serial Number 242094 to 249854
Operating Instructions
Push the Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer to the drum.1.
Using the “LIFT” control as described in “Machine Description2.
- Controls” (page 4), position the drum holder assembly with
the back band at the middle of the drum. With the ratchet plate
swung open and the cinch chain hanging from the chain hook,
pushtheunituntilthebackbandrestsrmlyagainstthedrum.
Some adjustment to the tilt angle of the saddle may be necessary
toensure bandtsushon thedrum.Engage theoorlock.
Attaching the drum:3. Drape the cinch chain across the front
of the drum and engage a chain link into the slot in the ratchet
(Figure 3.2). Turn the ratchet clockwise to tighten cinch chain. If
ratchet turns until the pawl is beyond the last ratchet tooth, turn
the ratchet back and slide the next link into the ratchet slot and
try tightening again. The cinch chain must be held tightly against
the drum with the pawl engaged securely in the ratchet teeth.
Operatetheliftfunctiontoliftdrumclearofoor.Disengageoorlock.Rolltodispensinglocation.NOTE:Donotallowthedrumto4.
impactonoor,pouringstation,etc.oraspillordamagecouldoccur.
CAUTION – Do NOT transport with drum raised.
   ALWAYSLOWERTHEDRUMHOLDERTOLOWESTPOSITIONBEFORETRANSPORTING.
The unit can become unstable when transporting with a raised load.
Lift drum to desired pouring height. Operate the tilt control as described in “Machine Description - Controls” (page 4) to adjust the5.
drumattitude.Theoorlockshouldbeengagedwhiledispensing/draining.
Whendispensingiscomplete,tiltdrumbacktouprightposition.Disengagetheoorlockandlowerthedrumtotransportingheight;6.
about6”offtheoor.
WARNING - Stay clear of raised drum
NEVER allow anyone to be below any part of a raised drum handler or drum. Remain behind the push handle
while handling a drum.
WARNING – Do NOT disengage the cinch chain when drum is off the ground.
   Whenthedrumisintheuprightposition,lowerthedrumtotheoorbeforereleasingthecinchchain.
Pushtheunittothedrumstorageareaandlowertotheoorinanuprightposition.Releasethecinchchainfromtheratchetby7.
applying pressure to the ratchet handle in a clockwise direction with one hand and opening the pawl to free the ratchet with the other
hand. Remove the cinch chain link from the ratchet.
Maintenance
Periodicinspectionforthegeneralconditionofstructuralandmechanicalcomponentsisimperativeforsafeandefcientoperation.1.
Periodically inspect all moving parts, framework, drum holder and contact areas for signs of wear, fatigue, or loosening. Tighten, adjust,2.
or 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ofthehydraulicuid.Replaceany3.
parts that show signs of wear.
Greasewheelbearingsperiodically.Oilorgreaseallmovingparts,including:thegearsandsprocketsinthetiltdrive,andtheratchet4.
and pawl.
Worn or damaged parts must be properly replaced with the correct, genuine Morse parts.5.
Hydraulic pump is shipped lled with Noco Premium plus automatic transmission uid d/m. Material safety data sheet (msds) is6.
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).
Figure 3.2