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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. 
 
READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING!  Follow precautions and instructions.  If after reading 
the manual, questions remain, please 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  Spartan 150 M 

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 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Summary of Contents for Challenge Spartan 150M

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Provided By http www MyBinding com http www MyBindingBlog com CHALLENGE SPARTAN 150M PAPER CUTTER...

Page 2: ...07 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 Up OPE...

Page 3: ...turn 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 Chall...

Page 4: ...ook Up 9 5 5 Mounting to Optional Stand 9 6 0 Operation 10 6 1 Main Power 10 6 2 Backgauge Control 11 6 3 Jogging Aid 12 6 4 Line Light 13 6 5 Making a Cut 13 6 6 Adjusting the Knife Depth 14 6 7 Oper...

Page 5: ...rly 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 C...

Page 6: ...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 prote...

Page 7: ...das 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 puede...

Page 8: ...60057 Cutting Stick 1 F 150M O Operator Manual 1 60058 Jogging Aid 1 60061 Knife Lifter Assembly 1 61036 Lever Handle 1 5064 Cut Stick Puller 1 W 189 5 32 Hex T Allen Wrench 1 W 190 1 8 Hex Wrench Sh...

Page 9: ...th Optional Stand 45 1 4 115 cm Table Height with Optional Stand 36 91 4 cm Overall Length 27 1 4 69 2 cm Overall Width 28 1 8 71 4 cm Approx Net Weight 80 lbs 36 kg Approx Shipping Weight 110 lbs 50...

Page 10: ...frame and lift it straight up over the cutter Remove the wooden uprights and cut the plastic straps Carefully lift machine off skid and set on to work surface or optional stand see section 5 5 Mounti...

Page 11: ...E ANY QUESTIONS Figure 3 Machine Controls 6 1 Main Power Power is enabled when the A C adapter is plugged in and when the connector is plugged into the socket at the back left table Figure 4 The displ...

Page 12: ...ward most position If the backgauge is already at the forward most position move the backgauge back by a few turns then bring it forward again Now the display should show the actual position of the ba...

Page 13: ...ent with the Spartan 150 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 usi...

Page 14: ...mp hand wheel located on top of the machine Close the front shield Move the red capped knife latch lever and pull the cutting lever to the left Once the cutting lever has moved slightly the knife latc...

Page 15: ...e sheet If the sheet will be folded be sure grain of the paper is running in the same direction as the fold or you will get a rough edge on the fold If an accurate cut is necessary for close register...

Page 16: ...ange knives invites accidents Figure 11 Spartan 150 Knife Change Accessories The knife changing equipment shown in Figure 11 is included with the machine The following instructions show how to remove...

Page 17: ...m your body and keep other people out of the area while handling the blade Severe lacerations or dismemberment could result from careless handling procedures 1 If a knife is currently installed or the...

Page 18: ...ckly dull the knife blade 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...

Page 19: ...rinder If the machine seems to strain but the cut quality is still good reduce the pile height You may also carefully apply glycerin to the bevel when cutting hard coated paper Tie a cloth to the end...

Page 20: ...8 0 Footprint 19 8 0 Footprint...

Page 21: ...ightly to the left Attempt to lift the hood The machine requires service if the hood lifts more than approximately 1 inch If the machine fails this test do not use it until a qualified technician has...

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