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Model 85i-SS
Stainless Steel Drum Karrier
Operator’s Manual for Morse Model 85i-SS Stainless Steel Drum Karrier
Serial number 0218 to ____ (MMYY)
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Copyright 2019 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. Form PL85i-SS (0218-____) (Updated 18 Nov, 2019) 3
Machine Description
Model 85i-SS Stainless Steel Drum Karrier is designed to lift, transport
and dispense a standard 55-gallon (210 liter) steel drum 22.5” (57 cm) in
diameter. The maximum capacity is 800 Lb. (363 kg). The capacity is derated
to 500 Lb. (227 kg) for a half-full drum. The half-full rating is based on the tilt
mechanism’s capacity for handling an unbalanced bottom-heavy drum.
Options
To Handle a Smaller Drum:
A smaller diameter drum can be handled with the correct size 55/30SS•
SeriesDiameterAdaptor(seegure2.1)installed(seeDiameter Adaptor
literature).
To Handle a 55-Gallon (210 liter) Plastic or Fiber Drum:
Tohandlea55-gallon(210liter)plasticorberdrumwithtoprim,youmust
install either the Bracket Assembly or the Top Rim Clamp.
The• Bracket Assembly (Kit # 4556SS-P) is required to handle a
RIMLESSplasticorberdrum-adrumwithoutatoprim(seegure
2.2). You can use the Bracket Assembly with a 55-gallon (210 liter)
plastic,steelorberdrum.Thebraceattopandbottomofthedrum
prevent it from slipping lengthways through the drum holder. It adjusts
for a drum 31” to 39” (79 to 99 cm) tall.
The• Top Rim Clamp (Kit # 4560SS-P) grips the upper rim of your drum
topreventitfromslippingthroughthedrumholder(seegure2.3).You
can use the Top Rim Clamp with a 55-gallon (210 liter) plastic, steel or
berdrumwithsuitabletoprim.
Important
Review the Material Safety Data Sheet(s) for the material(s) in the1.
drum(s) and take all necessary precautions. Safety shoes, work gloves,
hard hat and other personal protective devices are recommended.
Please read all instructions thoroughly before attempting to operate your2.
new Morse drum handler.
The 85 Series Drum Karriers have a maximum capacity rating of 800 Lb.3.
(363 kg) for a FULL drum and 500 Lb. (227 kg) for a HALF-FULL drum,
and are designed to lift and move a drum 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 drum4.
handler, always use care and good judgment. Maintain secure footing
andarmhold.Keephandsandlooseclothingawayfromallmoving
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 85 Series are a “Group 1 structural and mechanical” below-the-5.
hook lifting device which are covered by the American National Standard
ASME B30.20. The user should comply with all aspects of this standard.
Figure 2.1
Diameter Adaptors
Diameter Adaptor # 55/30SS-16 shown is for 15.5” to
16” (39.4 to 40.6 cm) diameter drum. It has integrated
brackets that adjust for a drum up to 38” (96.5 cm) tall.
Figure 2.3
Plastic drum being lifted
with part number 4560SS-P
Top Rim Clamp Assembly
installed.
Figure 2.2
Plastic drum being lifted
with part number 4556SS-P
Bracket Assembly installed.