Challenge Spartan 150 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

Serial Numbers 041001 & U

The Challenge Machinery Company

6125 Norton Center Drive
Norton Shores, MI. 49441

challengemachinery.com

F.150-O

SPARTAN 150

SEMI-AUTOMATIC

PAPER CUTTER

Sold and Serviced by

July 2004

1.0 Introduction

1.0 Introduction

THIS MANUAL is designed to help you get the most from your Challenge equipment. Keep this
manual in a safe, convenient place for quick reference by operators and service personnel.

SAFETY ALERT! This symbol means CAUTION: Personal safety
instructions! Pay special attention to the instructions in bold type. Personal injury may result if the
precautions are not read and followed.

READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING! Follow precautions and instructions. If after reading
the manual questions still remain, contact your Authorized Challenge Dealer.

Take a few minutes right now to RECORD YOUR MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER in the space
provided on the front cover of this manual. Also be sure to fill out the warranty card accompanying
your machine and return it DIRECTLY TO CHALLENGE.

If you bought a used machine, it is important to have the following information on record at Challenge.
Copy this page, fill in the information and send it care of The Challenge Service Department, 6125
Norton Center Drive, Norton Shores MI. 49441.

CHALLENGE MODEL SERIAL NUMBER
ATTN COMPANY

ADDRESS
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP
PHONE DATE INSTALLED
DEALER NAME & CITY

* WARRANTY INFORMATION *

It is very important that you read and understand the conditions outlined in the Warranty Information
Sheet attached to the outside of the shipping container of your machine.

The Warranty Information Sheet must be filled out completely and returned to THE CHALLENGE
MACHINERY COMPANY in order for the warranty to be issued for this machine.

Challenge® is a registered trademark of The Challenge Machinery Company• 6125 Norton Center Drive• Norton Shores MI.
49441 Copyright© 2004 by The Challenge Machinery Company. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A

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1.0 Introduction

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 Introduction....................................................................................................................................... 2

2.0 Safety ............................................................................................................................................... 4

2.1 Precautions .................................................................................................................................. 4

2.2 Power Lockout Procedure............................................................................................................ 4

2.3 Warning Label Definitions ............................................................................................................ 5

3.0 Packing List ...................................................................................................................................... 7

4.0 Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 8

5.0 Installation & Setup .......................................................................................................................... 9

5.1 Inspecting Shipment..................................................................................................................... 9

5.2 Uncrating...................................................................................................................................... 9

5.3 Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................... 9

5.4 Power Hook-Up............................................................................................................................ 9

6.0 Operation........................................................................................................................................ 10

6.1 Power – Main Switch.................................................................................................................. 10

6.2 Backgauge Control..................................................................................................................... 11

6.3 Jogging Aid ................................................................................................................................ 12

6.4 Line Light.................................................................................................................................... 12

6.5 Making a Cut .............................................................................................................................. 13

6.6 Adjusting the Knife Depth .......................................................................................................... 13

6.7 Operating Tips............................................................................................................................ 14

7.0 Knife Installation/Changing............................................................................................................. 15

7.1 Knife Removal............................................................................................................................ 15

7.2 Knife Installation......................................................................................................................... 16

7.3 Knife Care Tips ..........................................................................................................................17

7.3.1 Knife Blade Life................................................................................................................... 17

7.3.2 Cutting Stick........................................................................................................................ 18

7.3.3 Bevel Angle......................................................................................................................... 18

7.3.4 Helpful Suggestions............................................................................................................ 18

7.3.5 Knife Care........................................................................................................................... 18

8.0 Footprint .........................................................................................................................................20

9.0 Safety Systems Test ...................................................................................................................... 22

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2.0 Safety

2.0 Safety

2.1 Precautions

• This machine is designed for one-person operation. Never operate the machine with more than

one person.

• Safe use of this machine is the responsibility of the operator. Use good judgment and common

sense when working with and around this machine.

• Read and understand all instructions thoroughly before using the machine. If questions remain,

contact the dealer from which you purchased this machine. Failure to understand the operating
instructions may result in personal injury.

• Only trained and authorized people should operate this machine.

• DO NOT ALTER SAFETY GUARDS OR DEVICES. They are for your protection. Severe

personal injury may result.

• Disconnect power before cleaning or performing maintenance. See Section 2.2 Power Lockout

Procedure.

• Observe all caution labels on this machine.

• Be sure the cutter is properly grounded.

• Be sure there is sufficient power to operate the cutter properly.

• Observe all caution plates mounted on this cutter.

• Keep foreign objects off table and away from cutter blade.

• BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL when handling and changing the cutter knife. Severe lacerations or

dismemberment could result from careless handling procedures.

• Keep the floor around the cutter free of trim, debris, oil and grease.

• When replacing hydraulic parts, loosen the connections slowly to release pressure. Never loosen

connections with the machine running.

• If the cutter sounds or operates unusually, have it checked by a qualified service person.

• CRUSH HAZARD, keep hand and fingers from under the clamp when clamping paper. Use

Jogging Aid to load paper, and use the backgauge to push paper out before unloading. DO NOT
REACH UNDER THE KNIFE AND CLAMP AREA!

2.2 Power Lockout Procedure

For maximum safety while making adjustments or repairs to your machine, be sure to disconnect
power to the machine. Disconnect the power plug from its socket

Figure 1 - Main Power Disconnect

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2.0 Safety

2.3 Warning Label Definitions

The following warning labels are found at various locations on your machine. Read and understand
the meaning of each symbol. If a label is lost from the machine, it should be replaced.

HAZARDOUS AREA

Disconnect power before cleaning, servicing, or making adjustments not requiring
power. Do not alter safety guards or devices; they are for your protection. Replace
all guards. Do not operate with any guards removed.

SHOCK HAZARD

Disconnect power before removing cover. Replace cover before operation.

SHOCK HAZARD

Disconnect power before removing cover. Replace cover before operation.

SINGLE OPERATOR

Do not operate with more than one person.

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2.0 Safety

!OJO!

This Este simbolo de alerta de seguridad significa ¡ OJO ! ­INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDADPERSONAL. Lea las instrucciones porque se refieren a su
seguridad personal. Fall de obedecer las instrucciones que siguen podria resultar en lesiones
corporales.

• Esta maquina, junto con sus mecanismos de seguridad, esta disenada para ser manejada por

• UNA SOLA PERSONA a la vez. Jamas debe ser manejada por mas de una persona al mismo

• tiempo.

• La seguridad es la responsabilidad del operario que usa esta maquina.

• LEA DETENIDAMENTE el manual de instrucciones y las PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

antes de poner a funcionar la cortadora. Pidale a su supervisor una copia.

• El manejo de la guillotina debe estar exclusivamente a cargo de personal entrenado y autorizado

para ello.

• NO MODIFIQUE LOS MECANISMOS DE SEGURIDAD, estan ahi para su proteccion no deben

ni modificarse ni quitarse.

• DESCONECTE LA CORRIENTE ELECTRICA antes de proceder a hacerle servicio de limpieza,

engrasar, o de hacer adjustes que no requieren corriente. Trabe el interruptor en la posicion
OFF (apagado); vea “Procedimiento para cortar la corriente electrica” al pie de esta pagina.

• Eche llave a la guillotina y quite la llave cuando la maquina no esta en operacion; vea “Corriente

electrica”.

• Asegurese de que la guillotina este debidamente a tierra. Vea “Conexion de la fuerza electrica”.

• Verifique el voltaje y asegurese de que este sea suficiente para el debido funcionamiento de la

guillotina.

• Preste atencion a todas las placas con advertencias instaladas en esta guillotina.

• No permita que objetos estranos esten en la mesa o cerca de la cuchilla cortadora.

• TENGA SUMO CUIDADO al tocar y cambiar la cuchilla. Heridas severas y hasta

desmembramiento pueden resultar del manejo sin cuidado o negligente.

• El suelo alrededor de la guillotina debe mantenerse despejado y libre de recortes, desperdicios,

aceite y grasa.

• Al haber la necesidad de reemplazar partes hidraulicas, afloje todas las conexiones poco a poco

para dejar escapar la presion. Jamas debe aflojarse conexiones mientras la maquina este

• andando.

• Si la guillotina empezara a sonar o trabajar diferentemente a lo acostumbrado, desconectela y

consulte la seccion “Troubleshooting” (Reparador) de este manual. Si no es posible corregir el
problema, llame a su servicio autorizado para que le examinen la maquina.

• PELIGRO DE MACHUQUE - Mantenga manos y dedos fuera de la agarradera mientras sujeta el

papel. Use el calibrador trasero y su rueda de mano para empujar el papel cortado. NO PONGA

SUS MANOS BAJOLA CUCHILLA O AREA DE LA AGARRADERA.

• NO OPERE SIN LAS GUARDAS PROTECTORAS!

¡ OJO ! PRECAUCION - Como proceder para desconectar
la corriente electrica.

Para maxima seguridad durante ajustes y reparaciones de su maquina, verifique bien que el interruptor principal
de control de corriente al cual la maquina esta conectada, este desconectado. El interruptor deba ser puesto en
la posicion “OFF” (desconectado) y se debe poner un candado en la anilla. La llave del candado debe ser
guardada por la persona que estara efectuando los trabajos de servicio o de reparacion en la guillotina.

Desconecte la corriente electrica antes de proceder a hacer cualquier ajuste o reparacion o de efectuar el
engrase en cualquier maquina.

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3.0 Packing List

3.0 Packing List

Part No. Description Qty.

60057 Cutting Stick 1
F.150-O Operator Manual 1
60058 Jogging Aid 1
60061 Knife Lifter Assembly 1
W-189 5/32” Hex ‘T’ Allen Wrench 1

Optional Items

Part No. Description Qty.

60065 Stand 1
60057 Extra Cutting Sticks 1
60011 Extra Knife 1

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