morse Hydra-Lift 400A-60 User manual

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Model 400A-60
Hydra-Lift, 60”, Manual Lift & Tilt
CONTENTS
Page
Receiving Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2
Machine Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Assembly Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5
Start-Up Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 7
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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.
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.
Delivery to non-business addresses without a loading dock result
in additional freight charges. Residential delivery fees, inside
delivery fees, re-delivery charges, and lift gate services will be
added by the truck line, and are non-negotiable.
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 Hydra-Lift Drum Karrier
with Manual Lift and Tilt
Model 400A-60
Serial Number 0414 to ____ (MMYY)

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Operator’s Manual for Morse Hydra-Lift Karrier with Manual Lift and Tilt
Model 400A-60 Serial Number 0414 to ____ (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.
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.
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 Hydra-Lift Karrier is designed to handle one drum of the types listed at the top of page 3, under 2.
Machine Description. DO NOT attempt to handle any other type of drum or object. DO NOT exceed
the weight capacity.
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 - Hydraulic Fluid 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.
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 400A-60 Serial Number 0414 to ____ (MMYY)
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Machine Description
Model 400A-60 Hydra-Lift Karrier will pour a drum up to 72” (183 cm) high,
measured from the oor to the lowest point of a horizontal drum. It is
designed to lift, transport, and dispense a 55-gallon (210 liter) steel drum
22” to 23.5” (56 to 59.7 cm) in diameter.
Maximum full-drum capacity is 800 Lb. (363 kg). Capacity is derated to
500 Lb. (227 kg) for a half-full drum. Half-full rating is based on the tilt
mechanism’s capacity for handling an unbalanced bottom-heavy drum.
Kit # 2690-P
Hand Wheel
16” (40.6 cm) diameter
Hand Wheel with
speed knob. Replaces
standard pull chain to
turn drum.
Kit # 3900-P
MORStopTM Tilt-Brake
Automatically holds
drum tilt angle until you
move it.
ACCESSORIES
to Install on EXISTING Manual Tilt Drum Handler
55/30 Series Diameter Adapters for drum with diameter smaller than 22” (56
cm). To handle a smaller drum, insert the correct size Diameter Adapter into
the standard drum holder. See Diameter Adapter info at:
https://morsedrum.com/products/diameter-adapters
ONLY Diameter Adapters for drum with 17.5” (44.5 cm) diameter or smaller
have integrated brackets to prevent drum slipping length-ways.
NOTE: For 30-gallon (114 Liter) PLASTIC drum, insert Diameter Adapter;
AND install Bracket or Top Rim Clamp to prevent drum slipping.
IMPORTANT: To prevent 30 to 55 gallon (114 to 210 L) size plastic drum from
slipping, you MUST install either Top Rim Clamp Kit or Bracket Assembly Kit.
1. Bracket Assembly Kit # 4556-P is required to handle a RIMLESS
plastic drum (gure 2.1), and is also recommended for a ber drum.
The Bracket adjusts for a 31” to 39” (79 to 99 cm) tall drum.
You can also handle a rimmed drum with the Bracket installed.
2. Top Rim Clamp Kit # 4560B-P to handle a RIMMED plastic drum
(gure 2.2). Install the Top Rim Clamp Kit to handle a RIMMED
plastic, steel or ber drum with suitable top rim.
Figure 2.2
Kit # 4560B-P
Top Rim Clamp
to handle RIMMED plastic
drum
Figure 2.1
Kit # 4556-P
Bracket Assembly
to handle RIMLESS or
RIMMED plastic drum

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Controls
The Morse Hydra-Lift Karrier is manually propelled and steered. There are two functions
for the operator to control (Figure 2.3):
1. “LIFT” and lower function for vertical positioning of the drum
2. “TILT” function to control the degree of rotation of the drum
LIFT and Lower Function
To raise the drum, insert pump lever handle into pump socket. With the release valve
closed, begin to pump the lever handle. The drum will lift.
To lower the drum, open the release valve slowly, a part of a turn. Allow the drum to
descend at a controlled rate. The valve may be reclosed to hold the drum at any height.
TILT Function
To tilt the drum, turn the hand crank (item 90) to turn the drum. Before releasing your
grip on the hand crank, pull out the crank stop pin (item 89) 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 Kit # 3900-P for a
eld installation kit.
Assembly Instructions
Unpack and identify the following parts:
1 Each Tower with hydraulic pump and cylinder, etc.
2 Each Legs with wheels
1 Each Overhead assembly with drum holder, etc.
1 Each Hardware Package containing:
Part # Description Quantity
1166-P WASHER, 3/8 USS 1” OD, ZINC 4
1521-P HHCS, 3/8-16 X 3 GR5 4
1169-P NUT, 3/8-16 REV HEX LOCK 4
17-P WASHER, 5/8 SAE FL 1-5/16 OD 4
6061-P PIN, CLEVIS, 400, GREASE FIT 2
NOTE: The clevis pins and mating surfaces at their joints should be
coated with grease during assembly.
Floor Lock
The screw-down oor lock is located on the base of the tower (gure 3.1). Turning the oor lock clockwise 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 e󰀨ectiveness of the oor lock. The operator should verify its holding action before depending on it to hold.
Drum Holder Assembly
The MORCINCHTM Drum Holder (Saddle) assembly is the component
on intended to hold the drum. It is designed to secure a standard
ribbed 55-gallon (210 liter) steel drum around it’s middle using a cinch
chain and ratchet tightening system. It automatically adjusts for 22” to
23.5” (56 to 59.7 cm) diameter drum.
The MORCINCHTM Drum Holder also accepts accessories to handle a
plastic drum, ber drum, or a smaller diameter drum.
WARNING - Watch Out for Pinch Points - Stay clear of moving
parts. Operator should remain behind the push handle during the
lift operation.
Figure 3.1
Figure 2.3

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Figure 1 Figure 2
Step #3: Tip the tower up so it stands on the casters and wheels.
Step #4: Lift overhead assembly into position. A drift pin can help align the holes. Insert a greased clevis pin (item 12) through mast cap
and boom. Tighten collar set screw onto pin. See gure 3.
Step #5: Next, connect the cylinder (item 16) to the overhead assembly: Align ram eye with holes in boom clevis plates and insert a
greased clevis pin (item 12) with four 5/8” washers (item 13). Tighten collar set screw onto pin. See gure 4.
Step #1: Place tower on oor, push-handle down. See gure 1.
Step #2: Attach each leg (item 4) using two 3/8-16x3” grade 5 bolts (item 2), at washers (item 3), and lock nuts (item 13) as shown. Wheels
should be parallel when assembled properly. See gures 1 & 2.
Figure 3 Figure 4

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Operating Instructions
1. Push the Hydra-Lift Karrier to the drum.
2. Using the “LIFT” control as described in “Machine Description -
Controls” (page 3) , position the drum holder assembly with the back
band at the middle of the drum. (Figure 3.1). 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.
3. Attaching the drum: Drape the chain across the front of the drum and
engage a link into the notch in the ratchet (Figure 3.2). Turn the ratchet
clockwise to tighten 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 notch and try tightening again. The chain must be held tightly
against the drum with the pawl engaged securely in the ratchet teeth.
4. Operate the lift function to lift drum clear of oor. Roll to dispensing
location. NOTE: Do noto allow the drum to 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.
5. Lift drum to desired pouring height. Operate the tilt control as described in “Machine Description - Controls” (page 3) to adjust the
drum attitude. This is especially important when lifting an open drum. The oor lock should be engaged while dispensing / draining.
6. When dispensing is complete, tilt drum back to upright position. Disengage the oor lock and lower the drum to transporting height;
about 6” o󰀨 the oor.
- - IMPORTANT - -
START-UP Procedure
Machine is shipped with hydraulic uid.
BEFORE operation, REMOVE the RED shipping
plug from the hydraulic reservoir. REPLACE with
supplied BLACK breather.
Insert pump handle into pump socket.
Figure 3.2

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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 o󰀨 the Ground
When the drum is in the upright position, lower the drum to the oor before releasing the cinch chain.
7. 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
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 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.
• Inspect the hydraulic system for oil drips, hose damage, or other signs of wear. Inspect the level and condition of the hydraulic uid.
Replace any parts that show signs of wear.
• Grease wheel bearings periodically. Oil or grease all moving parts including: the three clevis pins and the surfaces of the boom which
contact the inside of the mast cap, the hinge pin, the gears and sprockets in the tilt drive, and the ratchet and pawl.
• Worn or damaged parts must be properly replaced with the correct, genuine Morse parts.
• Hydraulic pump should be lled with the provided quart of Mobil ATF D/M (Morse part # 3983-P). Material safety data sheet (MSDS)
is available online. Change oil yearly, sooner depending on dirty conditions or outdoor use.