morse 81-SS User manual

Copyright 2020 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. Form PL81-SS (0613-0720) (Updated 18 Sep, 2020) 1
The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 81-SS
Stainless Steel Drum Spotter
[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
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 3
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Parts Lists and Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Assembly Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operator’s Manual
for Morse Stainless Steel Drum Spotter
Model 81-SS
Serial Number 0613 to 0720 (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. Perform necessary
load test, inspections, operator training, etc.

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Model 81-SS
Stainless Steel Drum Spotter
Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 81-SS Stainless Steel Drum Spotter
Serial Number 0613 to 0720 (MMYY)
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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 Drum Spotter 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. (363 kg).
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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Model 81-SS
Stainless Steel Drum Spotter
Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 81-SS Stainless Steel Drum Spotter
Serial Number 0613 to 0720 (MMYY)
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Machine Description
The Model 81-SS Stainless Steel Drum Spotter is designed to lift, transport, and palletize a
55-gallon(210liter)steel,plasticorberdrumwithsuitabletoprim.Thedrummustbe22”
to23.5”(56to60cm)indiameter,and34”to36”(86to92cm)tall.Themaximumcapacity
is800Lb.(363kg).Themaximumpalletheightis6”(15cm).
Operating Instructions
Roll the assembled Drum-Spotter to the drum. (Assembly instructions are on page 5.)1.
Grip the push-handle, squeeze both release rods and raise the handle to position lifting hooks below top rim of drum.2.
Roll the Drum-Spotter forward to drum.3.
Pull down the push-handle to raise the drum. The Drum-Spotter will hold up the drum and may be rolled away carrying the drum.4.
Itisnecessarytohavearm,twohandholdtolowerthepush-handleandsqueezethereleaserods.Withbothreleaserods5.
squeezed,thehandlewillunlockandallowtheweightofthedrumtomakethehandletendtorise.Applysu󰀩cientforcetoallowthe
handle to rise slowly to control the descent of the drum.
Maintenance
Lubricate wheels and other moving parts periodically to maintain free action and reduce wear.1.
Tightenallnutsandboltsperiodicallyexceptthetwo1/2”carriagebolts(item20)whichshouldbejustlooseenoughtopermita2.
hinging motion of the stanchion and handle.
Parts Information
Worn or damaged parts must be replaced with the correct, genuine Morse parts. Please refer to the attached diagram and list. When
ordering, specify model number, serial number, part numbers and descriptions.
Important
Review the Material Safety Data Sheet(s) for the material(s) in the drum(s) and take all necessary precautions. Safety shoes, work1.
gloves, hard hat and other personal protective devices are recommended.
Please read all instructions2. thoroughly before attempting to operate your new MORSE drum handler.
The Model 81-SS has a maximum capacity ratings of 800 Lb. (363 kg). Drum-Spotters are made for various drum sizes and types as3.
listed above. DO NOT exceed these ratings or an unsafe condition may result which could cause damage, excessive wear, or make
the unit awkward or dangerous to handle.
Drum-Spottersareintendedforlifting,moving,andholdingdrums.Drumsmaybelifteduprighttoorfromtheoor,pallets,dollies,4.
scales, etc.
When loading, unloading, operating, or maintaining your MORSE drum handler, always use care and good judgment. Maintain5.
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.

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Model 81-SS
Stainless Steel Drum Spotter
Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 81-SS Stainless Steel Drum Spotter
Serial Number 0613 to 0720 (MMYY)
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ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 4401SS-P HANDLE ASM, 81SS 1
2 8160-P WHEEL,6”,3/4”BRG,81,82 2
3 15SS-P COLLAR,3/4”ID,SS 2
4 1650-P WASHER, 5/16 SPLIT LOCK 8
5 1570SS-P WASHER, 5/16 SAE 3/4 OD, SS 8
6 35SS-P HHCS, 5/16-18 X 1, SS 8
7 * 3308-P CASTER,4”SWIVEL,DBLRACE 2
8 8110SS-P STANCHION,SS,W/BRACKET 1
98111SS-P STANCHION,SS,W/OBRACKET 1
10 1315SS-P HHCS, 3/8-16 X 2-3/4 SS 4
11 8150SS-P HANDLE WELD, 81-SS 1
12 66SS-P FOLLOWER RELEASE ROD, 80I-SS 2
13 68SS-P FOLLOWER, RATCHET, 80I-SS 2
14 70SS-P SPRING, FOLLOWER, SS, 80I-SS 2
15 4252SS-P COLLAR,1/4”ID,SS 2
16 4399SS-P LIFT HOOK WELD, 81SS 1
17 8128SS-P ROD, LIFT HOOK SHAFT, SS 1
18 64SS-P ROLL PIN, 3/16 X 1-1/4, SS 2
19* 8165-P SPRING, GAS, 81 1
20 806SS-P BOLT,1/2-13X3CARRIAGESS 2
21 810SS-P NUT, 1/2-13 NYLON LOCK, SS 2
22 3981SS-P NUT, 3/8-16 NYLON LOCK, SS 4
23 * 8168-P ENDFIT,BALLSOCKET,8165-P 2
* Recommended spare parts

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Model 81-SS
Stainless Steel Drum Spotter
Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 81-SS Stainless Steel Drum Spotter
Serial Number 0613 to 0720 (MMYY)
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Assembly Instructions
Remove the base from shipping container and1.
carefullyplaceonoorwithwheelsdown.
Locate the left stanchion with the ball type2.
bracket welded in the center.
While standing behind the counterweightA.
withthe6”wheelsinfront,placetheleft
stanchion on the left base leg with ratchet
facing inward.
Align the two holes in the stanchion with theB.
left base leg holes and insert two 3/8-16 x
2-3/4 hex bolts (item 10 from the hardware
bag).
Finger tighten two 3/8-16 lock nuts (itemC.
22 from the hardware bag) onto bottom of
bolts.
Locate the remaining right stanchion.3.
While standing behind the counterweightA.
withthe6”wheelsinfront,placetheright
stanchion on the right base leg with ratchet
facing inward.
Align the two holes in the stanchion with theB.
right base leg holes and insert two 3/8-16 x
2-3/4 hex bolts (item 10 from the hardware
bag).
Finger tighten two 3/8-16 lock nuts (itemC.
22 from the hardware bag) onto bottom of
bolts.
Locate the handle-hook assembly.4.
With the handle bar and release rods overA.
the counterweight, and with the hook assembly side plates facing upward, place the square holes of the handle between the
previously assembled stanchions.
Inserta1/2-13x3”carriagebolt(item20fromthehardwarebag)fromtheinsidethroughthesquareholeinthehandleandonB.
through the stanchion and ratchet.
Repeat for the other side.C.
Thread on 1/2-13 Lock nuts (item 21 from the hardware bag) and tighten. Once tightened, loosen a 1/2 turn to permit a hingingD.
motion between the stanchion and the handle.
Repeat for other side.E.
Tighten all four 3/8-16 locknuts on bottom of stanchions.5.
Attach gas spring.6.
Remove tape from gas spring on handleA.
Prytheplasticretainingcapo󰀨bottomofgasspringwithsmallscrewdriver.B.
With the handle in the vertical position, pry bottom of gas spring onto ball bracket of the left stanchion.C.
Tap plastic retaining cap back onto gas spring.D.