Copyright 2020 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc.

Form PL290F (291995-______)

(Updated 27 Apr, 2020)

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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 290F

Power Grip Fork Mount Drum Handler

service@morsedrum.com

103 Kuhn Rd.

Syracuse, NY, 13208 U.S.A.

morsedrum.com

(315) 437-8475

CONTENTS

Page

Receiving Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2

Machine Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Parts Lists and Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Lost Load on Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Operator’s Manual

for Morse

Power-Grip Fork Mount Drum Handler

Model 290F

Serial Number 291995 to ______

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

anymodifications,unauthorizedrepairsorpartssubstitution.

Safety Information

While Morse Manufacturing Co. drum handling equipment is

engineeredforsafetyandefficiency,ahighdegreeofresponsibility

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 and test rotation of

chain wheel and saddle assembly. Inspect saddle assembly

for proper operation. Perform necessary load test, inspections,

operator training, etc.