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Serial Numbers 041001 & Up OPERATOR’S MANUAL SPARTAN 150 SA SEMI-AUTOMATIC PAPER CUTTER Sold and Serviced by The Challenge Machinery Company 6125 Norton Center Drive Norton Shores, MI. 49441 www.challengemachinery.com F.150-O Dec.
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.
1.0 Introduction TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 Introduction....................................................................................................................................... 2 2.0 Safety ............................................................................................................................................... 4 2.1 Precautions .................................................................................................................................. 4 2.
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.
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.
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.
3.0 Packing List 3.0 Packing List Part No. Spartan 150 SA 5064 60011 60057 60058 60061 F.150-O W-189 Description 15” Semi Automatic Paper Cutter Cutting Stick Puller Knife – Standard (installed in machine) Cutting Stick Jogging Aid Knife Lifter Assembly Operator Manual 5/32” Hex ‘T’ Allen Wrench Qty. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Optional Items Part No. 60065 60057 60011 60011-1 Description Floor Stand Extra Cutting Sticks Knife – Standard Knife – Long Lasting H.S.S. Qty.
4.0 Specifications 4.0 Specifications Description Inch Units Metric Units Cutting Width 15-3/4” 40 cm Minimum Cut 1-15/16” 4.9 cm Clamp Opening 1-1/2” 3.8 cm Table Space Front: 9” 22.9 cm Back: 15-1/4” 38.7 cm Dimensions Overall Height 19” 48.3 cm Overall Height with Optional 46” 117 cm Stand Table Height with Optional 36” 91.4 cm Stand Overall Length 31” 78.7 cm Overall Width 25-3/4” 65.4 cm Approx. Net Weight 170 lbs 77 kg Approx. Shipping Weight 200 lbs 91 kg Approx.
5.0 Installation & Setup 5.0 Installation & Setup 5.1 Inspecting Shipment This machine has been carefully packed to prevent damage during shipment. However, claims for damage or loss are the responsibility of the recipient. Inspect all shipments as soon as they are received. If there is any noticeable damage, note it on the freight bill. Visual and/or hidden damage must be reported to the claims department of the carrier within 15 days. Contact your dealer if you need any assistance.
5.0 Installation & Setup 5.4 Power Hook-Up SHOCK HAZARD! NEVER CUT THE GROUND TERMINAL from a threeprong plug to fit a two-prong socket. Possible shock could cause personal injury or death. Hire a qualified electrician to provide a power source that meets electrical requirements and all local electrical codes. It is the customer’s responsibility to provide a properly grounded receptacle that meets the power requirements specified on the nameplate of this machine, as well as all local electrical codes.
6.0 Operation 6.0 Operation IMPORTANT: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE CUTTER UNTIL YOU HAVE THOROUGHLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS. CALL YOUR AUTHORIZED CHALLENGE DEALER IF YOU STILL HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. Clamp Handle Front Shield Backgauge Position Display On/Off Switch And CircuitBreaker Switch Left Cut Button Right Cut Button Backgauge Hand Crank Figure 5 – Machine Controls 6.
6.0 Operation If the knife is not at the “up” postion when the main power switch is turned on, the knife will automatically move to the “up” position. The main power switch is also an 8 Amp circuit breaker and will automatically switch off in the event of too much current running through the switch, such as from an electrical short. 6.2 Backgauge Control The backgauge is used to position paper to the desired location when cutting. The backgauge is operated by the hand crank at the front of the machine.
6.0 Operation 6.3 Jogging Aid Always remove the jogging aid from the table before making a cut. A jogging aid is included as standard equipment with the Spartan 150 SA. This tool allows the operator to load and align paper without the need to place hands or arms under the knife or clamp. To use, load the paper against the side and backgauge using the jogging aid (Figure 9 & Figure 10). Remove the jogging aid from the table, close the shield, clamp the paper, and make the cut. Figure 9 Figure 10 6.
6.0 Operation Figure 11 – Line Light 6.5 Making a Cut Open the front shield and set the backgauge to the desired position. Place the paper square against the backgauge and either side guide. Clamp down on the paper using the clamp hand wheel located on top of the machine. Now close the front shield then press and hold both cut buttons (located on the front face of the machine). Hold the buttons in until the knife reaches the table.
6.0 Operation 6.7 Operating Tips • Correct clamping pressure is important for getting good results. Insufficient clamping pressure may result in “draw”, where the top sheets are longer than the rest of the pile because they are drawn out from under the clamp during cutting. Excessive clamping pressure, however, may cause pile distortion and inaccurate cuts. • For best results, you MUST have a sharp blade in the cutter. A dull blade will pull or draw the paper and cause uneven cutting.
7.0 Knife Installation/Changing 7.0 Knife Installation/Changing Changing knives can be very dangerous unless safety precautions are observed and extreme care is taken when handling knives. • • • • • • Make sure knife lifters are used properly, see instructions following. Keep handling of unprotected knives to an absolute minimum. Clear off cutter table before removing knife. Have scabbard nearby and insert knife immediately. Warn people of any unprotected knife. Knife changing is a ONE PERSON OPERATION.
7.0 Knife Installation/Changing 3. Remove the two knife bolts from the slotted knife bar holes ONLY and replace with the knife lifter assembly (Figure 14). Tighten the lifters to hold the knife in place, and then remove the remaining four knife bolts. Figure 14 4. Clear the table surface and place the empty knife scabbard on a flat surface nearby. Remove the scabbard’s knife retaining screws. 5.
7.0 Knife Installation/Changing View Hole View Hole Figure 15 5. Insert and tighten four knife bolts. 6. Remove the knife lifter assembly and replace with the remaining two knife bolts. 7. Place a few sheets of paper over the cut stick, covering the stick end-to-end. 8. Clamp the paper. 9. Double check to make sure the knife depth adjusting screw has been adjusted up (step #2, Knife Removal). Plug in the power cord, turn the power on, close the shield, and press the cut buttons to perform a cut cycle.
7.0 Knife Installation/Changing A knife can last between 2,000 and 5,000 cuts before it needs to be sharpened. Cutting soft paper (such as newsprint paper) or paper with high post-consumer recycled content can cause the knife to need sharpening after only 2,000 to 3,000 cuts. Cutting pure paper, such as bond paper with no recycled content, or hard paper can allow the knife to be used for as many as 5,000 cuts before it needs to be sharpened.
7.0 Knife Installation/Changing 20 • If a knife bolt is damaged, replace it. • Always keep knife bolts securely tightened. • Store knives in a dry environment to prevent corrosion. • Never attempt to service a knife in any way.
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8.0 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 8.0 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 8.1 Maintenance All maintenance on this machine should be performed by trained service personnel. Attempting to perform repair and replacement procedures without proper training may cause machine damage or operator injury! 8.2 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause 1. The machine will not power up – no display, no line light, and machine will not cycle. a) Power cord is disconnected. b) Main power switch/circuit breaker is off.
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10.0 Safety Systems Test 10.0 Safety Systems Test Machine manufacturer CHALLENGE Model SPARTAN 150 SA Serial Number __________________ Frequency of test: THESE TESTS SHOULD BE PERFORMED AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH WORK DAY. Turn the power on and make sure the knife and clamp are in the up position (if they are not, follow the instructions in this manual to send them up). Test #1: With the front shield open, press the cut buttons. Nothing should happen.
10.0 Safety Systems Test Please enter date and initials for both tests.
