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Challenge Manual Single Cornering Machine Instruction Manual...
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The Challenge Machinery Company assumes no liability for any modification or alteration to any Challenge product, and any such modification or alteration to any Challenge product is not authorized by The Challenge Machinery Company.
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Serial Numbers 2167A & Up NSTRUCTION AND ARTS ANUAL SCM/MSCM SINGLE CORNERING MACHINE Sold and Serviced by The Challenge Machinery Company 6125 Norton Center Drive Norton Shores, MI 49441-6081 USA www.ChallengeMachinery.com F.329-B...
Also fill out the warranty card accompanying this manual 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 •...
• Read and understand all instructions thoroughly before using the machine. If questions remain, contact your Authorized Challenge Dealer. Failure to understand the operating instructions may result in personal injury. • Only trained and authorized individuals should operate this machine.
2.0 Safety 2.3 Warning Label Definitions The following warning label is found on the front cover of the machine. Read and understand the meaning of this symbol. If this label is lost from the machine, it should be replaced. SINGLE PERSON OPERATION Do not operate with more than one person.
3.0 Packing List 3.0 Packing List SCM Single Cornering Machine MSCM Single Cornering Machine Part No. Description Qty. CMC-431A Single Cornering Machine CMC-431M Manual Single Cornering Machine Each machine includes the following tool kit items. 8315 Knife Hold-Down Block 6751...
35” 89 cm Overall Height 51” 130 cm Footprint 20 X 24” 51 X 61 cm Net Weight (SCM) Shipping Weight (SCM) Net Weight (MSCM) Shipping Weight (MSCM) Electrical (SCM only) ½ HP 115 V/ 15 A 1 PH 60/50 Hz...
5.0 Accessories 5.0 Accessories Figure 2 Knives and Dies Size Knife Number Die Number 1/8” / 3.2 mm 6721-2 6722-2 1/4" / 6.3 mm 6721-4 6722-4 3/8” / 9.5 mm 6721-6 6722-6 1/2" / 12.7 mm 6721-8 6722-8 5/8” / 15.9 mm 6721-10 6722-10 Straight Diagonal...
Do not use petroleum or acid based solvents to clean the machine. Damage may result. 6.5 Power Hook-up (SCM only) Insert the power plug into nearby wall outlet. The machine should operate on a 20 Amp circuit. If the pump motor stalls or operates sluggishly, test the line voltage.
7.0 User’s Guide 7.2 SCM Operation 1. Switch on the main power. The main power switch is located on the left side of the stand, underneath the table. Both the pump and the table light will switch on. 2. Load the stock using the jogging aid. Jog the stock against the side gauge to line it up. Push and jog it against the back gauge.
7.0 User’s Guide 7.5 Knife and Die Change Sharp knives! Even used knives are extremely sharp. Severe lacerations may result from improper handling of knives. 1. The knife head assembly must be held in the down position. Remove the chip drawer. Depress and hold the foot switch.
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7.0 User’s Guide Figure 8 - Knife and Die Change (Plunger not shown for clarity) 7. Remove the die mounting screws and die. 8. Remove the knife mounting screws and knife. 9. Insert the new knife against the adjustment setscrew and install the knife mounting screw. Snug the screw but do not tighten at this time.
7.0 User’s Guide 7.6 Straight Diagonal Cutting Adjusting the side gauge will change the length of a straight diagonal cut. This length should not exceed 1” when cutting 4” thick piles. It is possible to cut piles 2” thick and below at 1-1/4” length of diagonal.
Keep the knife and shoe sharp and in good alignment. A dull knife and poor adjustments lead to irregular cuts. New or re-sharpened dies should be purchased through an authorized Challenge dealer in order to insure proper sharpening. • Exercise care when handling and changing knives.
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...
Figure 14 - Gib Adjustment 1. Remove the chip drawer. 2. Switch on the machine. Depress and hold the foot switch. (SCM only) 3. Depress the foot pedal. (MSCM only) 4. Insert the knife hold-down block as shown in Figure 15.
10. Close the top cover. 11. Reconnect power, and switch on the machine. (SCM only) 12. Depress and hold the foot switch to remove the knife hold-down block. (SCM only) 13. Depress the foot pedal and remove the knife hold-down block. (MSCM only) Disconnect main power.
4. If the fluid level is below the fill line on the side of the tank, remove the filler cap and add fluid until it reaches the filler line. DO NOT OVERFILL! 5. Only use 100-weight hydraulic fluid. This can be ordered from Challenge in five-gallon containers, part number S-1991-3. See Section 8.1.6 for a compatibility list. Do not use transmission fluid.
Knoil R&O AW 100 Kendall Tellus 100 Shell 8.2 Electrical System (SCM only) 8.2.1 Fuse Check and Replacement If the machine is plugged in but the hydraulics will not turn start, a fuse may be blown. The fuse should be checked first.
9.0 Appendix B–Parts List 9.1.3 A-8300-2 Main Assembly- Underside...
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9.0 Appendix B–Parts List A-8300-2 Main Assembly- Underside Parts List Item Part No. Description Qty. 6743 SPACER- DCM H-6424-10 NUT - 5/8-11 HEX JAM H-6918-102404 SCREW - #10-24 X 1/2 SOCKET HEAD CAP H-7324-#10 WASHER - #10 INT TOOTH S-1694-2 TYRAP - #10...
9.0 Appendix B–Parts List 9.1.5 A-8300-2 Main Assembly- Base...
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TUBING- DCM 16543 LEVELER- BASE 41130 PLATE - SERIAL NUMBER 83001 HYD. POWER UNIT ASM. 83010 DRAWER ASSEMBLY 83015 FRONT COVER- POWER- SCM 4757-6 BASE- HYDAULIC POWER UNIT 7032-M TRIM- 12-1/8" LONG 7032-M TRIM- 5" LONG A-4656-4 SCM STAND ASSEMBLY A-7545 CORK STRIP- 15"...
10.0 Appendix C- Troubleshooting 10.0 Appendix C- Troubleshooting The following list of potential problems and suggests possible causes. Problem Possible Cause The machine will not cycle Power cord is disconnected. Blown fuse Disconnected wires Knife down motion is sluggish or erratic Low hydraulic fluid level Hydraulic leak Insufficient voltage to machine...