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Copyright 2020  -  Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

 

Form PL81-SS (0613-0720) 

(Updated 18 Sep, 2020)

 

             

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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 81-SS

Stainless Steel Drum Spotter

service@morsedrum.com

103 Kuhn Rd.

Syracuse, NY, 13208 U.S.A.

morsedrum.com

(315) 437-8475

ContentS

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Receiving Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1 - 2
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .     3
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   3
Parts Lists and Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   4
Assembly  Instructions.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .      5 

operator’s Manual 

for Morse Stainless Steel Drum Spotter

Model 81-SS

Serial Number 0613 to 0720 (MMYY)

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 

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freight, always sign noting the damage on the 

Bill of 

Lading

Document the damage and have the truck driver sign. We 

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recommend keeping a digital camera at your receiving dock 

for this purpose. 

Open packages expeditiously to check the condition of the 

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goods. There is only a 24 hour window to notify the carrier 

of any concealed damage. 

Immediately 

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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 

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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 modifications, unauthorized repairs or parts substitution.

Safety Information

While Morse Manufacturing Co. drum handling equipment is 

engineered for safety and efficiency, 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.

Summary of Contents for 81-SS

Page 1: ... 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 frei...

Page 2: ...t DO NOT exceed the weight capacity of 800 Lb 363 kg WARNING Do Not Modify the Unit Under no circumstances should any modifications be made to the Morse machinery without factory authorization Any modifications may void the warranty This machine was designed to perform a specific job and alterations may result in injury to operator or machine WARNING No Loose Fitting Clothing Wear close fitting cl...

Page 3: ...ng parts periodically to maintain free action and reduce wear 1 Tighten all nuts and bolts periodically except the two 1 2 carriage bolts item 20 which should be just loose enough to permit a 2 hinging motion of the stanchion and handle Parts Information Worn or damaged parts must be replaced with the correct genuine Morse parts Please refer to the attached diagram and list When ordering specify m...

Page 4: ...35SS P HHCS 5 16 18 X 1 SS 8 7 3308 P CASTER 4 SWIVEL DBL RACE 2 8 8110SS P STANCHION SS W BRACKET 1 9 8111SS P STANCHION SS W O BRACKET 1 10 1315SS P HHCS 3 8 16 X 2 3 4 SS 4 11 8150SS P HANDLE WELD 81 SS 1 12 66SS P FOLLOWER RELEASE ROD 80I SS 2 13 68SS P FOLLOWER RATCHET 80I SS 2 14 70SS P SPRING FOLLOWER SS 80I SS 2 15 4252SS P COLLAR 1 4 ID SS 2 16 4399SS P LIFT HOOK WELD 81SS 1 17 8128SS P R...

Page 5: ...ng inward Align the two holes in the stanchion with the B right base leg holes and insert two 3 8 16 x 2 3 4 hex bolts item 10 from the hardware bag Finger tighten two 3 8 16 lock nuts item C 22 from the hardware bag onto bottom of bolts Locate the handle hook assembly 4 With the handle bar and release rods over A the counterweight and with the hook assembly side plates facing upward place the squ...

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