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Model 285A-GR
Extra Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier
Operator’s Manual for Morse Extra Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier Model 285A-GR
Serial Number 0818 to 0619 (MMYY)
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Copyright 2019 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc.
Form PL285A-GR (0818-0619)
(Updated 20 Sep, 2019)
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Machine Description
Model 285A-GR Extra Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier is designed to lift, transport, and dispense a ribbed
55-gallon (210 liter) steel drum 22.5” (57.2 cm) in diameter. The maximum full-drum capacity is
2000 Lb. (907 kg). The capacity is derated to 1000 Lb. (454 kg) for a half-full drum. Half-full rating is
based on the tilt mechanism’s capacity for handling an unbalanced bottom-heavy drum.
Options
Model 55/30-19GR Diameter Adaptor for an 18.5” (47 cm) diameter ribbed 30-gallon (114 liter) steel
drum. Insert this Diameter Adaptor into the drum holder. Remove the Adaptor to handle your 55-gallon
(210 liter) steel drum. Quickly and easily install this Diameter Adaptor in the drum holder. Then simply
lift it back out to go back to handling a 55-gallon (210 liter) steel drum.
Kit # 3517-P 8” Hand Wheel Kit for drum tilt control, replaces chain wheel and pull chain.
Important
Review the Material Safety Data Sheet(s) for the material(s) in the drum(s) and take all necessary
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precautions. Safety shoes, work gloves, hard hat and other personal protective devices are
recommended.
Please read all instructions thoroughly before attempting to operate your new Morse drum
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handler.
The model 285A-GR has a maximum capacity rating of 2000 Lb. (907 kg) full drum and 1000 Lb.
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(454 kg) half-full drum and is designed to lift, move and pour a 55-gallon (210 liter) steel drum.
DO NOT exceed these ratings. Exceeding these ratings or handling drums other than those
mentioned above is unsafe and could result in equipment damage, excessive wear or awkward
handling.
When loading, unloading, operating, or maintaining your MORSE drum handler, always use care
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and good judgment. Maintain secure footing and a firm 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.
Because the model 285A-GR is a front-end attachment for a forklift, OSHA recommends that “…
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the truck (forklift) be marked to identify the attachment(s) and show the approximate weight of the
truck and attachment combination at maximum elevation with load laterally centered.” See center
of gravity dimensions of model 285A-GR on page 6 for calculating lost load on your equipment.
Prior to initial use, inspect all moving parts and test rotation of chain wheel and saddle assembly.
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Inspect saddle assembly for proper operation. Perform necessary load test, inspections, operator
training, etc.
Assembly Instructions
Remove the following items from the small cardboard box packaged with the 285A-GR: chain wheel, chain guide with/ pull chain,
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bushing, 3/16 square key (items: 6, 7, 11, 8, 15).
Slide bushing (item 8) and chain guide with/ pull chain (items 7 and 11) onto speed reducer (item 4) input shaft with the chain guide
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facing outward as pictured in parts diagram.
Insert 3/16 square key (item 15) into the key way on the input shaft of the speed reducer. Slide the key up to the bushing.
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While raising the pull chain up into a loop, slide the chain wheel onto shaft with the keyway in the chain wheel lined up with the
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square key. Lay the loop of pull chain into the pockets in the chain wheel. Tighten the two set screws on the hub of the chain wheel.
Install speed reducer oil vent plug and check oil level as shown in the speed reducer owners manual.
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Prior to initial use, inspect all moving parts and test rotation of chain wheel and saddle assembly. Inspect ratchets and web straps for
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proper operation. Perform necessary load test, inspections, operator training, etc.
CAUTION:
DO NOT exceed weight capacity of 2,000 Lb. (907 kg) for FULL drum, 1,000 Lb. (454 kg) for
HALF-FULL drum.
CAUTION:
DO NOT allow drum to impact on floor, ground, or dumping station, etc.
Optional Diameter Adaptor
Part # 55/30-19GR
Optional Kit # 3517-P
8” Hand Wheel
Options
