morse 83-125 User manual

Copyright 2023 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. Form PL83-125 (400000-______) (Updated 17 Mar, 2023) 1
The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 83-125
Pail Handler
[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 and Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Parts Lists and Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 9
Operator’s Manual
for Pail PRO
TM 5-Gallon Pail Handler
with Battery Power Lift
Model 83-125
with Serial Number 400000 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 hand
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.
DANGER - Stay Clear of Power Lines
KEEP 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 PailPROTM Pail Handler is designed to handle one can or pail 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 of 100 Lb. (45 kg).
WARNING - Level Floors 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 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.
WARNING - Stay Clear of Raised Pail
NEVER allow anyone to be below any part of a raised pail handler or pail. Remain behind the push handle while
handling a pail.
WARNING – Do NOT Disengage the clamp screw knob while pail is o󰀨 the Ground
When the pail is in the upright position, lower to the oor before releasing the clamp screw knob.
CAUTION – Do Not Transport with Can or Pail Raised
ALWAYS LOWER THE PAIL HOLDER TO LOWEST POSITION BEFORE TRANSPORTING. The unit can
become unstable when transporting with a raised load.
CAUTION - Wear Safety Shoes
Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles and hard toe protection.
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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Counter
Weight Kit
Machine Description
The PailPROTM Pail Handler is designed to handle one pail with 11” to 12” (28 to 30.5 cm) diameter. DO NOT attempt to handle any other
type of container or object.
• DO NOT exceed the capacity of 100 Lb. (45 kg) maximum weight.
• DO NOT exceed the capacity of 75 Lb. (34 kg) maximum weight if Counter Weight Kit 3930-P is installed.
ACCESSORY
Counterweight Kit # 3930-P
Reverse base of model 83-125 and install
counter weight kit # 3930-P to congure as
an extended reach dispensing unit.
Once converted, it provides over one foot
(30.5 cm) of reach beyond the front casters.
Installing Counterweight Kit reduces capacity
to 75 Lb. (34 kg).

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Model 83-125
Pail Handler
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Operating Instructions
1. Push Pail Handler to the pail with holder in open position.
Lock pail holder in horizontal position for upright pail using
spring loaded plunger tilt lock. Engage holder under pail “rib”.
2. Secure pail in holder: Drape web strap around pail and
engage web strap hook in eye. Use ratchet to tighten web
strap around pail.
3. Adjust height of rim catch to pail top and tighten in place
to prevent pail from slipping while pouring. If the pail has
pivoting wire handle, swing it to lay on front side to clear back
band of holder.
4. Press toggle switch on mast upward to raise pail to
transporting height; about 6” (15 cm) o󰀨 the oor.
5. Move to pouring station.

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6. Set oor lock to prevent pail handler from moving during
dispensing operation.
7. Press toggle switch on mast upward to raise pail to pouring
height.
8. Unlock tilt-lock to permit tilting pail. It is recommended that
you steady pail and be prepared for its possible tendancy to tilt
toward its heavier side.
9. With tilt-lock unlocked, use hand wheel to tilt pail for pouring.
Pail pouring angle may be varied, or it can be locked in
various positions with tilt-lock.
10. When dispensing is complete, tilt pail back to upright position.
Engage tilt-lock to lock pail upright.
11. Disengage oor lock to back away from pouring station.
12. Lower pail to transporting height; about 6” (15 cm) o󰀨 the oor.
13. Push pail handler to storage area and lower to oor. Engage
oor lock.
14. To remove pail from holder, raise top catch, release web strap
and open can holder.
15. Roll Pail Handler away from pail.
Maintenance
Periodic inspection for the general condition of structural and
mechanical components is imperative for safe and e󰀩cient
operation.
Periodically inspect all moving parts, framework, and contact areas
for signs of wear, fatigue, or loosening. Tighten, adjust, or replace
parts as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper function.
Periodically lubricate vertical track rollers, casters, wheels, saddle
shafts, and cable pulleys and/or shafts.

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Model 83-125
Pail Handler
Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 83-125
Serial Number 400000 to ______ (MMYY)
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Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 83-125
Serial Number 400000 to ______ (MMYY)
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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 83-125
Pail Handler

The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 83-125
Pail Handler
Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 83-125
Serial Number 400000 to ______ (MMYY)
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Carriage Assembly Part # 6814-P

Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 83-125
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Can Holder (Saddle) Assembly Part # 6795-P