morse 91 User manual

CONTENTS
Page
Receiving Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2
Machine Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 3
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Parts List and Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operator’s Manual
for Morse Lifter for Drum and Overpack
Model 91
Serial Number 0414 to ____ (MMYY)
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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.
The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 91
Lifter for Drum and Overpack
[email protected] 103 Kuhn Rd.
Syracuse, NY, 13208 U.S.A.
morsedrum.com [phone]

The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 91
Lifter for Drum and Overpack
Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 91 Lifter for Drum and Overpack
with Serial Number 0414 to ____ (MMYY)
morsedrum.com
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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 - Drum Lifter 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.
WARNING - DO NOT use with a drum which has no top. Drum top is necessary to make drum
su󰀩cientlyrigidforproperlifting.
WARNING - DO NOT exceed the weight capacity.
WARNING - DO NOT operate damaged or malfunctioning unit, or a unit with missing parts.
WARNING - DO NOT lift people or suspend loads over people. Stay clear of suspended loads.
WARNING - DO NOT lift loads higher than necessary.
WARNING - DO NOT leave suspended loads unattended.
WARNING - DO NOT remove or obscure warning labels.
WARNING -DONOToperatewithoutrsthavingreadandunderstoodoperatingmanual.
WARNING - DO NOT make alterations or 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 - 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

The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 91
Lifter for Drum and Overpack
Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 91 Lifter for Drum and Overpack
with Serial Number 0414 to ____ (MMYY)
morsedrum.com
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Machine Description
Model 91 Drum Lifter is designed to lift and transport a standard
55-gallon (210 liter) steel drum 22.5” (57 cm) in diameter as well as
an 85-gallon (322 liter) overpack or salvage drum 26” in diameter.
The maximum capacity is 1000 Lb. (454 kg).
Drums may be “tight head” type with head intact, or removable top
with lid securely clamped in place.
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 instructions thoroughly before attempting to operate your new Morse drum handler.2.
The Model 91 Drum Lifter has a maximum capacity rating of 1000 Lb. (454 kg) and is designed to lift and move a closed steel drum3.
of the size and type noted above. DO NOT exceed this rating. Exceeding this rating or handling drums other than those mentioned
above is unsafe and could result in equipment damage, excessive wear, awkward or dangerous handling.
When loading, unloading, operating, or maintaining your MORSE drum handler, always use care and good judgment. Maintain4.
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.
The Model 91 is a “Group 1 structural and mechanical” below-the-hook lifting device which is covered by the American National5.
Standard ASME B30.20. The user should comply with all aspects of this standard. Unit has been factory load tested and furnished
withaloadtestcerticate.
Operating Instructions
StartwithDrumLifterontheoorrestingonitsgrippingshoes.1.
Lower hoist hook to reach the lifting eye. Engage hoist hook to lifting eye.2.
RaisehoisttoliftDrumLiftero󰀨theoor.3.
Move hoist with “open” Drum Lifter over the drum and lower it. Hoist should be guided so that Drum Lifter settles across the center of4.
the drum top.
Place a gripping shoe below the drum rim. Swing other gripping shoe toward the drum until it engages below the drum rim.5.
Raise hoist to lift the drum. You may move the drum as necessary by moving the hoist.6.
To place the drum, simply lower the hoist. Continue to lower hoist so that the Drum Lifter may be removed.7.
Raise the hoist to lift the Drum Lifter clear of the drum.8.
Maintenance
Oil pivot pin (item 3) so that arm (item 5) will swing freely.1.
Periodically inspect all moving parts, framework and contact areas for signs of wear, fatigue or loosening. Tighten, adjust or replace2.
parts as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper function.

The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 91
Lifter for Drum and Overpack
Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 91 Lifter for Drum and Overpack
with Serial Number 0414 to ____ (MMYY)
morsedrum.com
Copyright 2019 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. Form PL91 (0414-____) (Updated 14 Jun, 2019 2:27 PM) 4