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Form OM510 (249855-______)
(Updated 23 Mar, 2022)
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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment
Model 510
Vertical-Lift, 60”, Manual Lift & Tilt
Operator’s Manual for Morse Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer Model 510
Serial Number 249855 to ______
Operating Instructions
1. Push the Vertical-Lift Drum Pourer to the drum.
2. Using “LIFT” control as described in “Machine Description -
Controls”, position drum holder assembly with back band at
middle of drum. With ratchet plate swung open and cinch
chain hanging from chain hook, push unit until back band rests
firmly against drum. Some adjustment to tilt angle of saddle
may be necessary to ensure band fits flush on drum. Engage
floor lock.
3. Attaching drum:
Drape cinch chain across front of drum
and engage chain link into notch in ratchet (Figure 3.2). Turn
ratchet clockwise to tighten cinch chain. If ratchet turns until
pawl is beyond last ratchet tooth, turn ratchet back and slide
next link into ratchet notch and try tightening again. Cinch
chain must be held tightly against drum with pawl engaged
securely in ratchet teeth.
4.
Operate lift function to lift drum clear of floor. Disengage floor
lock. Roll to dispensing location. NOTE: Do not allow drum to
impact on floor, pouring station, etc. or spill or damage could
occur.
CAUTION
– Do NOT transport with drum raised.
ALWAYS LOWER THE DRUM HOLDER TO LOWEST POSITION BEFORE TRANSPORTING.
Unit can become unstable when transporting with raised load.
5. Lift drum to desired pouring height. Operate tilt control as described in “Machine Description - Controls” to adjust drum attitude.
Floor lock should be engaged while dispensing / draining.
6.
When dispensing is complete, tilt drum back to upright position. Disengage floor lock and lower drum to transporting height; about 6”
(15 cm) off the floor.
WARNING
- Stay clear of raised drum
NEVER allow anyone to be below any part of raised drum handler or drum. Remain behind push handle
while handling drum.
WARNING
– Do NOT disengage cinch chain when drum is off the ground.
When drum is in upright position, lower drum to the floor before releasing cinch chain.
7.
Push unit to drum storage area and lower drum to the floor in upright position. Release cinch chain from ratchet by applying
pressure to ratchet handle in clockwise direction with one hand and opening pawl to free ratchet with other hand. Remove cinch
chain link from the ratchet.
Maintenance
1.
Periodic inspection for the general condition of structural and mechanical components is imperative for safe and efficient operation.
2. Periodically inspect all moving parts, framework, drum holder and contact areas for signs of wear, fatigue, or loosening. Tighten,
adjust, or replace parts as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper function.
3.
Inspect the hydraulic system for oil drips, hose damage, or other signs of wear. Inspect the level of the hydraulic fluid. Replace any
parts that show signs of wear.
4. Grease wheel bearings periodically. Oil or grease all moving parts, including: gears and sprockets in tilt drive, and ratchet and pawl.
5. Worn or damaged parts must be properly replaced with the correct, genuine Morse parts.
6.
Hydraulic pump is shipped filled with Noco Premium plus automatic transmission fluid d/m. Material safety data sheet (SDS / MSDS)
is available online.
Recommended oil is petroleum based Dexron III ATF or equivalent (non-synthetic). Change oil yearly.
Figure 3.2
