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Serial Numbers 051001 & Up OPERATOR’S MANUAL SPARTAN 185 A FULLY-AUTOMATIC PAPER CUTTER Sold and Serviced by The Challenge Machinery Company 6125 Norton Center Drive Norton Shores, MI. 49441 www.challengemachinery.com F.
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 185 A F.185A-O 63073 63017 63015 A-12608-2 W-191 5064 Description 18-1/2” Fully-Automatic Paper Cutter Operator Manual Knife Lifter Assembly Knife – Standard (installed in machine) Cutting Stick (installed in machine) Jogging Aid 3/16” Hex ‘T’ Allen Wrench Cutting Stick Puller Knife Scabbard Machine Lifter Handles Qty. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 Optional Items Part No.
4.0 Specifications 4.0 Specifications Description Inch Units Metric Units Cutting Width 18-1/2” 47 cm Minimum Cut 1” 2.5 cm Clamp Opening 3” 7.6 cm Table Space Front: 13” 33 cm Back: 17-1/2” 44.5 cm Dimensions Overall Height 52-3/4” 134 cm Table Height 36” 91.4 cm Overall Length 41” 104 cm Overall Width 32-1/4” 82 cm Approx. Net Weight 570 lbs 260 kg Approx. Shipping Weight 700 lbs 318 kg Electrical 120 Volts 60 HZ.
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 Clear area in front of ramp. Using two or more persons, carefully roll machine off skid using lifting handles as shown in Figure 4. Figure 4 Remove lifting handles and roll machine into position. Lock casters to prevent machine from inadvertently rolling. 5.3 Cleaning After unpacking, wipe down all machine panels and surfaces with a clean cloth. 5.4 Power Hook-Up SHOCK HAZARD! NEVER CUT THE GROUND TERMINAL from a threeprong plug to fit a two-prong socket.
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. 6.1 Power – Main Switch Power is enabled when the main power switch is turned to the “ON” position (Figure 6). The display and line light are turned on at this time.
6.0 Operation 6.3 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. The backgauge position is shown by a lighted LED display. When the machine is first powered up, the display shows four lines as follows, indicating the display needs to be reset. Figure 8 – Display at power up To reset the display, bring the backgauge to the forward most position.
6.0 Operation Figure 10 – Jogging Aid 6.5 Line Light The Spartan 185 A comes standard with an LED line light. The line light comes on and stays on whenever the power is on. To use, simply align paper under clamp, and use the red light line as an indicator of where the cut will be made. 6.6 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.
6.0 Operation 6.7 Clamp Only Feature The Spartan 185 A is equipped with a “clamp only” feature which allows the user to send the clamp down to the paper without cutting. This can be usefull to double check the clamping location without making a cut. To use this feature, open the front shield and set the backgauge to the desired position. Place the paper square against the backgauge and either side guide.
6.0 Operation 6.8 Adjusting the Knife Depth The depth of cut can be adjusted using the knife depth adjusting screw located on the right side of the machine. The same T-handled wrench used for changing the knife can be used to adjust the screw. Turn the screw clockwise to increase knife depth, and counterclockwise to decrease knife depth. It is better to make several slight adjustments and perform test cuts in between, than to make large adjustments and cut too deep.
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 Figure 16 4. Clear the table surface and place the empty knife scabbard on a flat surface nearby. Remove the scabbard’s knife retaining screws. 5. Grasp the knife lifters firmly and, at the same time, turn them counterclockwise to release the knife from the knife bar. Lower the entire assembly down, then move the knife to the left slightly then bring the knife out of the cutter, right end first.
7.0 Knife Installation/Changing 5. Insert and tighten the three accessable knife bolts. 6. Remove the knife lifter assembly and replace with the two knife bolts. 7. Plug in power cord, turn power on, close the shield and press the cut buttons to send knife and clamp down. Continue to hold the left cut button while turning off power with your right hand. This will keep the knife in the down position. Disconnect the machine power cord and insert and tighten the right-most knife screw. 8.
7.0 Knife Installation/Changing • Cut marks appear on the cut face of the paper. • The profile of the cut (side view) is not perpendicular to the table. • The cut does not appear straight when viewed from the top. • The knife makes a “rough” sound as it passes through paper. • Nicks are visible on the cutting edge of the knife. 7.3.2 Cutting Stick A worn cutting stick can affect the cut quality of the bottom sheets. When this happens, the cut stick can be rotated.
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.
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10.0 Safety Systems Test 10.0 Safety Systems Test Machine manufacturer CHALLENGE Model SPARTAN 185 A 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.
