Challenge SPARTAN 150 M Guide

Challenge Spartan 150M
15.75" Manual Heavy-
Duty Paper Cutter
Instruction Manual

F.150M-T
Nov. 2004
SPARTAN 150 M
DIGITAL/LEVER
PAPER CUTTER
Sold and Serviced by
The Challenge Machinery Company
6125 Norton Center Drive
Norton Shores, MI. 49441
www.challengemachinery.com
Serial Numbers 041001 & U
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TECHNICAL SERVICE
AND PARTS MANUAL

1.0 Introduction
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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.
FOR PARTS AND SERVICE contact the Authorized Challenge Dealer from whom you purchased
your machine. Use the illustrations and parts lists at the back of this manual to identify the correct
parts needed. Always give the SERIAL NUMBER and MODEL of your machine to insure the correct
parts are sent as soon as possible.
Challenge® is a registered trademark of
The Challenge Machinery Company•6125 Norton Center Drive •Norton Shores, MI 49441-6081
Copyright© 2004 by The Challenge Machinery Company. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A

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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 Maintenance Guide ..........................................................................................................................7
3.1 Routine Maintenance...................................................................................................................8
3.1.1 Weekly..................................................................................................................................8
3.1.2 Monthly.................................................................................................................................8
3.1.3 Yearly....................................................................................................................................8
3.2 Cleaning.......................................................................................................................................8
3.2.1 Table.....................................................................................................................................8
3.2.2 Display Panel........................................................................................................................8
3.2.3 Machine Exterior...................................................................................................................9
3.3 Lubrication....................................................................................................................................9
3.3.1 Clamp....................................................................................................................................9
3.3.2 Backgauge Leadscrew .......................................................................................................10
3.4 Adjustments ...............................................................................................................................10
3.4.1 Squaring the Backgauge ....................................................................................................11
3.4.2 Backgauge Accuracy Adjustment.......................................................................................12
3.4.3 Knife Bar Gib Adjustments .................................................................................................13
3.4.4 Knife Leveling Adjustment..................................................................................................14
3.4.5 Backgauge Gib Adjustments ..............................................................................................16
3.4.6 Leadscrew Collars..............................................................................................................16
3.4.7 Line-Light Adjustment.........................................................................................................17
3.4.8 Backgauge Encoder/Belt Adjustment.................................................................................18
3.5 Hood and Knife Latch Adjustments............................................................................................19
3.5.1 Knife Latch Replacement....................................................................................................20
3.6 Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................................21
4.0 Parts Lists.......................................................................................................................................22
4.1 Main Assembly – Backgauge Bracket .......................................................................................22
4.2 Main Assembly – Clamp ............................................................................................................24
4.3 Main Assembly – Knife Drive.....................................................................................................26
4.4 Main Assembly – Backgauge.....................................................................................................28
4.5 Main Assembly – Top Cover......................................................................................................30
4.6 Main Assembly – Hood..............................................................................................................31
4.7 Main Assembly – Electrical........................................................................................................32
4.8 Main Assembly – Encoder Mount..............................................................................................34
4.9 Main Assembly – Preset ............................................................................................................36
4.10 Backgauge Assembly ..............................................................................................................37
4.11 Interconnection Diagram..........................................................................................................38
4.12 Label- Electrical........................................................................................................................39
4.13 Label – Caution........................................................................................................................39
4.14 Optional Floor Stand Assembly ...............................................................................................40
4.15 Knife Latch Replacement Kit....................................................................................................41

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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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2.3 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.
CUT/CRUSH HAZARD
Keep hands from underneath the knife and clamp.
SINGLE OPERATOR
Do not operate with more than one person.

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!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 Maintenance Guide
NOTICE
The instructions on the following
pages are for the use of trained
service personnel only!
Attempting to perform repair and
replacement procedures without
proper training may cause
machine damage or operator
injury!
PARTS CUSTOMERS: The Challenge Machinery Company provides parts with the express
understanding that they are to replace parts found missing or no longer serviceable on
equipment designed and/or manufactured by Challenge. The Challenge Machinery
Company assumes no liability for any modification or alteration to any Challenge products,
and any such modification or alteration to any Challenge product is not authorized by The
Challenge Machinery Company. Any modification or alteration of any Challenge product
will void any remaining warranty.

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3.1 Routine Maintenance
DISCONNECT POWER before making any adjustments or lubricating.
See page 4, SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, for Power Lockout Procedure.
A clean, lubricated machine will run longer, smoother, cut more accurately, with less downtime and
fewer costly repairs. Schedule lubrication both early in the day and early in the week. This allows the
lubricants to work into the machine. Lubrication at the end of the day or week allows the lubricants to
run off without as much benefit to the machine. The following guidelines will help you set up a regular
maintenance schedule:
3.1.1 Weekly
•Clean — Clean off old, dirty excess grease. Remove the top cover and clean accumulated
dust off knife bar and gib areas. Built-up dust can increase wear to components.
•Hardware — Remove top cover to check all nuts and bolts for tightness. Loose hardware is
the cause of most component wear and in the electrical area could cause short circuits and/or
shock.
•Lubrication — See section 3.3 page 9
3.1.2 Monthly
•Backgauge Squaring — See section 3.4.1 page 11
3.1.3 Yearly
•Knife Bar Gib Adjustment — See section 3.4.3 page 13
•Backgauge Accuracy Adjustment — See Section 3.4.2 page 12
3.2 Cleaning
Before cleaning inside machine, disconnect power cord.
3.2.1 Table
•The front table should be wiped down periodically. Use a non-abrasive cleaner along with a
protective wax.
•The rear table cover and front shield may be cleaned with glass cleaner or a mild water
based detergent. Some petroleum-based solvents may damage the Plexiglas.
3.2.2 Display Panel
•The display panel should be cleaned with a mild water based detergent applied to a damp
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3.2.3 Machine Exterior
•The machine’s exterior should be cleaned with a non-abrasive water based detergent applied
to a damp cloth.
•Always be careful when cleaning around safety warning labels. Use limited amounts of
cleaners in those areas.
3.3 Lubrication
3.3.1 Clamp
Move the knife and clamp down. Disconnect the power cord and remove clamp handle, cutting lever
handle, and top cover. Wipe off any old or excess grease. Apply grease and oil to the areas shown
in Figure 2, Figure 3, and Figure 4 below.
Figure 2
Figure 3
Grease Grease
Grease Leadscrew

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Figure 4
3.3.2 Backgauge Leadscrew
With the top cover ON, place machine on a flat level surface on it’s left side. Use any brand-name
type of grease or light oil to lubricate backgauge leadscrew (Figure 5). It may be helpful to use a
small brush to apply grease. Note: the leadscrew may be lubricated with grease or oil. Oil has a
tendency to run off and must be lubricated more frequently; grease tends to collect paper dust and
must be cleaned off periodically.
Figure 5
3.4 Adjustments
Some of the following tests require the machine to be operational for
checking and adjusting. Be very careful that tools and other people are clear of moving parts and that
the cutter is not accidentally operated while adjustments are being made. Whenever possible,
disconnect the power and lock it out (see SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, page 4) unless the directions
specifically require the machine to be powered.
Grease Leadscrew
App
l
y
Oil

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3.4.1 Squaring the Backgauge
To test if the backgauge is square, place a small lift of paper against the left side of the backgauge
(but not against the side guide) and make a cut. Leave the backgauge in the same position, flip the
lift over and push it against the right side of the backgauge (but not against the side guide). Make
another cut to see if any of the paper will trim off (Figure 6). Run two checks, one starting on the left
and moving to the right; the other, moving from the right to the left. If paper is trimmed in either
sequence, the backgauge is out of square.
Figure 6
To square the backgauge:
1. Make sure the backgauge gibs are set properly (see section 3.4.5 ).
2. Loosen the jam nuts on the backgauge adjusting screws. (Figure 7).
Figure 7
3. Back off the adjusting screw on the side that the trim occurred, then tighten the other screw.
Backgauge
Adjusting
Screws
Backgauge
Adjusting
Screws

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4. With the squaring screws tight, make another test. Continue to adjust and test until no trim
occurs when testing either sequence.
Note: Once the backgauge is square, check the backgauge accuracy (see section 3.4.2 ) to make
sure it is accurate.
3.4.2 Backgauge Accuracy Adjustment
If the backgauge position readout does not match the actual measurement between the knife and the
backgauge, the accuracy can be adjusted. The accuracy can be checked by the following procedure:
NOTE: The backgauge should be squared before attempting to adjust the accuracy. (See Section
3.4.1 Squaring the Backgauge, page 11.)
1. Place a 1/4 to 1/2” lift of 8-1/2 x 11 “ paper against the center of the backgauge.
2. Using the backgauge position readout, bring the lift up to the 10.00” position and make a cut.
Then move the backgauge up to 5.00” and make another cut.
3. Take a sheet from the center of each lift and compare them to each other. The cutter will
always space accurately between cuts (in this case the 10” and 5” cuts) whether the overall
accuracy is correct of not (Figure 8). The front stack will be a true 5”, but the paper left
against the backgauge will not be if the backgauge position is inaccurate.
Figure 8
4. The backgauge accuracy can be corrected by adjusting the preset screw attached to the
bottom of the backgauge nut assembly (Figure 9). Disconnect the power cord. With the top
cover ON, place the machine on a flat level surface on it’s left side. Place a 5/16” wrench in
the preset screw and hold in position while loosening the jam nut. Adjust the screw as
follows:
•If test pile is short (back pile is less than 5”), turn screw out (counterclockwise).
•If test pile is long (back pile is more than 5”), turn screw in (clockwise).
1/4 turn = .010” backgauge adjustment
1/3 turn = .014” (9/64”)
QuestionableAccurate

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1/2 turn = .021” (7/32”)
2/3 turn = .028” (9/32”)
1 turn = .042” (13/32”)
Figure 9
5. Lay the machine flat, and connect power. Note: If power was not off, reset power, otherwise
the reading will be false. Bring the backgauge to the front to reset the display and make
another test. Repeat adjustment procedure if necessary.
3.4.3 Knife Bar Gib Adjustments
1. Make sure the knife is in up position and disconnect the power cord.
2. Lower the clamp to the table. Remove clamp handle, cut lever handle, and top cover.
3. Loosen the gib screw jam nuts on each side (Figure 10).
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Figure 10
4. Tighten gib screws such that the knife will not fall when the lever is released from any
position. Tighten the top screws with the knife in the UP position. Tighten the bottom screws
with the knife in the DOWN position. The motion of the lever should remain smooth. Hold
screws in position with hex wrench and tighten jam nuts.
5. Reinstall clamp handle, cut lever handle, and top cover.
3.4.4 Knife Leveling Adjustment
If knife cuts through one side of paper and not the other, the knife level may need adjustment. First
check to make sure the knife is all the way up in knife bar by looking through the viewing holes in the
knife bar (Figure 11). If it is not all the way up, loosen the knife screws and use knife lifter assembly
to raise knife up as high as possible. Recheck knife by cutting through paper.
Figure 11
If knife is not cutting through paper evenly, use the following procedure to adjust:
1. Flip the cut stick to a new position.
2. Place a few sheets of paper over the entire cut stick, and set the knife depth so that it just
cuts through the bottom sheet of paper on one side. To set the knife to cut deeper, turn the
Top
Knife Bar
Gib Screw
Bottom
Knife Bar
Gib Screw
Top
Knife Bar
Gib Screw
Bottom
Knife Bar
Gib Screw
Viewing Holes

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adjustment screw counter-clockwise. To set the knife to cut shallower, turn the screw
clockwise (Figure 12).
Figure 12
3. Note which side is not cutting completely through the paper. Lower the clamp to the table
with partially cut paper underneath.
4. Lower the clamp to the table. Remove the clamp handle, cutting lever handle, and top cover.
5. Slightly loosen the knife screws, keeping them somewhat snug.
6. Adjust the knife leveling screw (Figure 13) that corresponds with the side of the knife that
does not cut completely through. Re-tighten all screws and cut again. Continue adjustment
until sheets are cut completely through without great effort.
Figure 13
7. Tighten the knife bolts and reinstall the top cover, cutting lever handle, and clamp handle.
Knife Leveling Screws
Adjustment Screw

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3.4.5 Backgauge Gib Adjustments
If the backgauge does not stay square or moves up and down or back and forth when jogging paper
against it, the backgauge gib screws may be loose or worn.
To Adjust:
1. Disconnect the power cord.
2. Place machine on a flat level surface on it’s left side.
3. Loosen the two gib screw jam nuts (Figure 14, page 16).
Figure 14
4. Tighten the two nylon set screws until they are just snug. They should be tight enough that
the hand crank will not moved when released from any position. Do not over-tighten the
screws. Lock in position with jam nuts.
5. Run the backgauge back and forth the length of the table and check for any binding.
Readjust if necessary. Lay the machine flat and reattach to the stand (if applicable).
3.4.6 Leadscrew Collars
Any play in the backgauge leadscrew should not cause inaccuracies in cutting. However, excessive
play can be eliminated by adjusting the leadscrew collars as follows:
1. Disconnect the power cord.
2. Place the machine on a flat level surface on it’s left side.
3. Loosen the two screws attached to each collar (Figure 15).
Backgauge
Gib Screw
Backgauge
Gib Screw

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Figure 15
4. Make sure there is a slight gap between the front hand crank and the machine, slide collars
up tight against the nylon washers and tighten the collar screws.
5. Check to make sure the hand crank turns freely with no play.
6. Lay the machine flat.
3.4.7 Line-Light Adjustment
The line-light can be adjusted if necessary as follows:
1. Lower the clamp to the table. Remove the clamp handle, cutting lever handle, and top cover.
2. Loosen the three line-light mounting screws (Figure 16, page 17).
Figure 16
Leadscrew
Collars
Line Light
Mounting
Screws

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3. Place a white sheet of paper over the cut stick connect the power to activate the line-light.
Note: 9V is being supplied to line light board while power is on.
4. Slide the line light assembly forward or backward to get a single, crisp line.
5. Tighten the screws and disconnect power. Reinstall the clamp handle, cutting lever handle,
and top cover.
3.4.8 Backgauge Encoder/Belt Adjustment
The backgauge encoder system reads the position of the backgauge and sends the information to the
display. The encoder uses a belt and pulley system to read the actual position of the backgauge.
The following checks and adjustments may be necessary to ensure the backgauge display reads
accurately:
1. Disconnect the power.
2. Place machine on a flat level surface on it’s left side.
3. Inspect the encoder bracket and mounting screws (Figure 17). Make sure the bracket is not
bent, and that the screws are tight.
Figure 17
4. Inspect the belt and make sure it is tight but not overstretched. If it is not, loosen the (2)
screws at the rear of the machine, pull belt tight, and tighten the screws. Do not stretch the
belt
5. Make sure the pulley is properly lined up with the belt (Figure 17). If not, the position of the
pulley can be adjusted by loosening the pulley set screw, slide the pulley into place, and
tighten the setscrew.
6. Now move the backgauge forward and backward through its full range of motion, checking to
make sure the pulley tracks along belt properly.
7. Lay the machine flat.
Encoder
Belt
Pulley
Bracket Mounting
Screws

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3.5 Hood and Knife Latch Adjustments
The hood and knife latch work together as the primary safety feature of this machine. They should be
checked for proper operation every time the machine is serviced.
1. Lower the clamp to the table. Remove the clamp handle, cutting lever handle, and top cover.
2. Raise the hood. The hood should remain in the UP position when released. If it does not,
tighten the screws that mount the hood to the machine base (Figure 18).
Figure 18
3. When the knife is in its furthest up position, the knife latch should be engaged with the knife
keeper. The knife should not be able to be lowered unless the knife latch is moved to the
right. If it can be lowered without moving the latch, the latch, keeper, and torsion spring must
be replaced. The replacement procedure follows in section 3.5.1 Knife Latch Replacement
on page 20.
Figure 19
4. Check for secure hardware on the latch and keeper. Reinstall the clamp handle, cutting lever
handle, and top cover.
Hood Mountin
g
Screws
Knife Latch
Keeper