morse 285A-HD Manual

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C
ONTENTS
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Receiving Procedures
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Warranty

Safety Information
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Machine Description
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Accessories
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Operating Instructions
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Maintenance
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Dimensions to Calculate Lost Load
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Parts Lists and Diagrams
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 freight,
always sign noting the damage on the BILL OF LADING.
• Document the damage and have the truck driver sign. We
recommend keeping a digital camera at your receiving dock for this
purpose.
• Open packages expeditiously to check the condition of the goods.
There is only a 24 hour window to notify the carrier of any concealed
damage.
• IMMEDIATELY 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 damaged
freight that is not signed for as damaged.
Delivery to non-business addresses without a loading dock result in
additional freight charges. Residential delivery fees, inside delivery
fees, re-delivery charges, and lift gate services will be added by the
truck line, and are non-negotiable.
Copyright – Morse Mfg. Co., Inc.
Model 285A-HD
Heavy-Duty Forklift-Karrier
Serial Number 420550 to ______
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.
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