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- Page 1 Challenge Spartan 185AEP 18.5' Electronic Programmable Cutter Instruction Manual...
- Page 2 Serial Numbers 051001 & Up PERATOR’S ANUAL SPARTAN 185 AEP FULLY-AUTOMATIC PROGRAMMABLE PAPER CUTTER Sold and Serviced by The Challenge Machinery Company 6125 Norton Center Drive Norton Shores, MI. 49441 www.challengemachinery.com F.185AEP-O Mar 2007...
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Page 3: Introduction
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. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
1.0 Introduction 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 Packing List ............................7 4.0 Specifications ........................... 8 5.0 Installation & Setup .......................... 9 5.1 Inspecting Shipment........................ -
Page 5: Safety
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. -
Page 6: Warning Label Definitions
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. - Page 7 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. •...
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Page 8: Packing List
3.0 Packing List 3.0 Packing List Part No. Description Qty. Spartan 185 AEP 18-1/2” Fully-Automatic, Prog. Paper Cutter F.185AEP-O Operator Manual 63073 Knife Lifter Assembly 63017 Knife – Standard (installed in machine) 63015 Cutting Stick (installed in machine) A-12608-2 Jogging Aid W-191 3/16”... -
Page 9: Specifications
Approx. Shipping Weight 700 lbs 318 kg Electrical 120 Volts 60 HZ. 16 Amps, Service Size 20 Amps Receptacle NEMA 5-20R Challenge reserves the right to make changes to any product or specification without notice and without incurring responsibility to existing units. -
Page 10: Installation & Setup
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. -
Page 11: Cleaning
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. -
Page 12: 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. -
Page 13: Start Up
6.0 Operation 6.3 Start Up Once power has been turned on, the display will show the following: PRESS CLEAR KEY TO INITIALIZE POSITION REV. 1.0 When the CLEAR key is pressed the backgage will move to coordinate the true position into the computer. -
Page 14: Line Light
6.0 Operation Figure 8 – Jogging Aid 6.5 Line Light The Spartan 185 AEP 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. -
Page 15: Clamp Only Feature
6.0 Operation 6.7 Clamp Only Feature The Spartan 185 AEP 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. -
Page 16: Adjusting The Knife Depth
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. -
Page 17: Electronically Positioning The Backgauge
6.0 Operation 6.11 Electronically Positioning the Backgauge 6.11.1 Control Panel - Definition of Keys IN/MM Key This key toggles the display to show the position and programmed send values in inches (e.g. 5.250), or millimeters (e.g. 133.3). Send Key The SEND key is used to send the backgage to any valid position. If an attempt is made to send the backgage to an illegal position, an error message will be displayed at the bottom of the screen stating “EXCEED LIMIT”. -
Page 18: Send Mode
6.0 Operation 6.11.2 Send Mode 5. 1 2 3 A:JOB B:MAINT The send mode is the first screen displayed after the backgage is preset. From this screen the backgage can be positioned with the control knob or by entering a value and pressing the SEND key. If the send value is less than 2”, the pushout button must be held in, for the backgage to continue to the send position. - Page 19 6.0 Operation 6.12.1.1 Accuracy Adjust 5. 1 2 3 > MAKE A CUT AT 2IN OR 50.8MM ENTER ACTUAL 2.123 B:EXIT This parameter provides a means for adjusting the accuracy of the backgauge. To change the accuracy, send the backgauge to 2 inches (50.8mm) and cut some paper. Measure the paper, and type in what you actually measure.
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Page 20: Job Mode
6.0 Operation 6.13 Job Mode The Spartan 185 AEP can be programmed for up to 20 different jobs or channels. A job is used for making a sequence of cuts using the send (or cut) values of the job as the backgauge positions for each cut. -
Page 21: Editing An Existing Job
6.0 Operation Now enter send values by using any of the following methods: 1) Type in the desired value and press ENTER, 2) Press ENTER at a blank line - this will enter the current position of the backgauge as a send value. -
Page 22: Running A Programmed Job
6.0 Operation 6.13.3 Running a Programmed Job To use an existing job for cutting, you must first open it by using one of two methods: move the cursor to the desired job with the arrow keys and press ENTER, or enter the job number with the keypad and press ENTER. - Page 23 6.0 Operation 5.123 SEND TO RUN JOB 1> A:EDIT B: EXIT 4. To enter the first send value of 8.5”, simply type in 8.5 and press ENTER. The cursor will move to the second line. Now type 11 and press enter. 5.123 SEND TO RUN JOB 1 8.500...
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Page 24: Knife Installation/Changing
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. •... -
Page 25: Knife Installation
7.0 Knife Installation/Changing 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. Grasp the knife lifters firmly and, at the same time, turn them counterclockwise to release the knife from the knife bar. -
Page 26: Knife Care Tips
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. -
Page 27: Cutting Stick
Each stick has 2 flat sides that can be used, after which it can be turned end to end, allowing the 2 flat sides to be used again, for a total of 4 positions per cut stick. 7.3.3 Bevel Angle Challenge recommends that bevel angles for the Spartan 185 knives be 21°. 7.3.4 Helpful Suggestions •... - Page 28 7.0 Knife Installation/Changing NOTES...
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Page 29: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
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 Solution... -
Page 30: Footprint
9.0 Footprint 9.0 Footprint... -
Page 31: Safety Systems Test
10.0 Safety Systems Test 10.0 Safety Systems Test Machine manufacturer CHALLENGE Model SPARTAN 185 AEP 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). - Page 32 10.0 Safety Systems Test Please enter date and initials for both tests. Date ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Test 1 ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Test 2 ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Date ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Test 1 ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______...