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Lab _ 2015-2016 _ Portable Power Tools _ Test

Circular Saw Usage and Rules

1. Wear safety glasses and hearing protection.
2. Stock must be well supported so the kerf will not
close, bind the blade, and
cause a kickback
3. Support thin materials near the cut; Clamp small
pieces to a sturdy base
before cutting.
4. Adjust the depth of cut so the ends of three teeth are visible as the blade
extends through the stock, 1/4" teeth extension is maximum.
5. Before using a saw, check the base and angle adjustments to be sure they
are tight.
6. Locate the electrical cord so it will not become entangled in the work or be
cut by the saw blade.
7. Always place the saw base on the stock with the blade not touching the
material before starting the saw.
8. Keep both hands on the saw if two handles are provided.
9. Make sure the saw blade has topped rotating before putting the saw down.
10. Always unplug the saw to make adjustments or to change blades.
11. Always use sharp blades and keep the blade guard functional.
12. Do not overextend or over reach and lose your balance when using the
portable circular saw.
13. Try to saw materials so that saw dust will not be thrown or blown in the
operators face.

Portable Circular Saw Operating Procedures
1. Clamp the material to be cut to solid and secure surface.
2. Adjust the saw base so the blade extends through the material being cut by
no more than 1/4"
3. Mark material so that a good visible line is present to help guide the cut.
4. Align the saw blade on the waste side of the cut line. The line should still
be visible after the cut has been made.
5. Use on hand to grasp the saw guard lift handle and retract the retractable
(movable) guard a little to get the cut started.
6. Align the cut line on the material with the proper notch or mark on the saw
base to get the desired location of the cut. Most saws will have more than
one notch or mark so the operator can adjust the saw position to get the
desired cut.
7. Push the saw through the material at a steady pace. Avoid going too fast,
this condition can be recognized by noticeable reduction in the RPM's of
the saw blade.
8. For long straight cuts a guide can be clamped to the material and the saw
base can be pushed along the guide.
9. For long cuts the operator may desire to lock the trigger switch in the "on"
position. Be sure to check and see that the ON/OFF lock on the trigger
switch is functioning properly.
10. To make a "plunge" or internal cut in a piece of material rest the front of
the base on the material, retract the retractable guard, hold the saw good
and sturdy, turn the switch on, and slowly lower the saw blade into the
material. Continue to push the saw blade down until the blade cuts
completely through the material.

Multiple Choice - Place the letter of the most correct answer on the answer sheet.

1. The saw blade should extend through the material being cut by _______ inches.
a. 1/8
b. 1/4
c. 1/2
d. 1

2. How should material be held when using the circular saw
_____________ .
a. it should be held firmly in one hand
b. it should be held by a friend
c. it should be clamped down to another surface
d. it should be held vertically in your hands

3. To make a long straight cut with the portable circular saw ___________.
a. clamp a guide on the material.
b. such cuts can not be made with a portable circular saw.
c. move the saw rapidly through the cut.
d. move the saw slowly through the cut so it can be guided straight.

4. Before putting the saw down after a cut has been made ______________.
a. unplug the saw
b. make sure the cover is over the blade
c. make sure the blade has stopped rotating
d. all of these

5. What personal protection safety equipment should be worn by the portable
circular
saw operators?
a. Safety glasses
b. Safety glasses and hearing protection
c. Safety glasses, hearing protection, and respirator
d. Safety glasses, hearing protection, respirator, and gloves

Scroll Saw usage and rules

1. Only cut stock with a flat surface.
2. Make all adjustments when the machine is at
a dead stop
3. Install blade with the teeth pointing down.
4. Turn motor shaft knob one rotation to make sure all parts are clear after
installing or changing the blade.
5. Do not use saw for more than 20 minutes without allowing it to cool down.
6. Tighten all nuts and adjustments by hand, NOT WITH PLIERS.
7. Hold down stock firmly and feed at a moderate rate of speed.
8. Do not have your hands directly in line with the saw blade when feeding stock
into the saw. If your hand should slip, you might be hurt. Never allow fingers or
hands to cross the blade path.
9. You should keep your fingers at least 5 centimeters away from the blade when
operating the saw.
10. You must never try to clean scraps of material from near the blade with your
fingers while the saw is running. Use a stick at least 10 inches long.
11. If small pieces get caught in the throat against the saw blade, be sure to stop
the machine before trying to remove them.
12. All special setups must be checked by Lab technician
13. Turn off power and wait until machine has come to a complete stop.

Multiple Choice - Place the letter of the most correct answer on the answer sheet.
1. You should keep you fingers at least ____ centimeters away from the blade
when operating the saw.
A.
B. 1
C. 3
D. 5

2. Adjustments should be made on the scroll saw:
A. only by the teacher.
B. when the saw is running at the lowest speed.
C. when the saw is running at the highest speed.
D. when the saw is off and stopped.

3. Which of the following is NOT a scroll saw safety rule?
A. All special setups must be checked by the instructor.
B. Have your hands directly in line with the saw blade.
C. Hold down stock firmly.
D. Make all adjustments when the machine is at a dead stop.

4. All nuts and adjustments should be tightened by:
A. hand.
B. pliers.
C. a screwdriver.
D. an adjustable wrench.

5. Wood to be cut on the scroll saw should be:
A. round on the bottom.
B. flat on the bottom.
C. softwood.
D. hardwood.
Jigsaw Usage and Rules

1. Jigsaws can be used for a variety of cutting tasks
with wood and metal. It is important to ensure that
correct blade is securely fitted for the material to be
cut. Do not use blunt or damaged blades.
2. Cutting speed ensure that the jigsaw speed is set
to the optimum speed for the job and the material
being used.
3. Because the jigsaw involves the cutting blade
being out of sight on the underside of the material,
always check that the power cable is well clear of the cutting path.

5. Broken blades, material and work pieces can be ejected violently. It is
important to wear eye protection.
6. Overhang the section of material that needs to be cut and ensure that there is
an obstacle free path for the height of the blade.
7. Always keep the base of the jigsaw on the cutting material and try to maintain
the alignment of the blade perpendicular to the job surface. Incorrect angle may
result in the blade grabbing or breaking.
8. Always maintain a comfortable operating position with a balanced posture
and body bent slightly forward to maintain a good view of the cutting line. Do
not use the jigsaw in a confined position, especially when the position of the
blade is not known. Never cut toward yourself.
9. When you reach the end of the cut or need to stop: move the blade back
slightly from the cutting face switch off the jigsaw and withdraw the blade
when it has stopped moving.
10. When cutting metal or plexiglass make sure to wear leather gloves.
11. Never touch the blade after cutting, it will burn your hand.

Multiple Choice - Place the letter of the most correct answer on the answer sheet.

1. Jigsaws can be used to cut which materials:
A. Wood
B. Metal
C. Plexiglass
D. All the above

2. Where should the cutting line of your material be placed when using a jigsaw?
A. Above a hard surface.
B. Overhanging the surface where the material is placed.
C. On the floor.
D. In the club.

3. How should you hold the jigsaw when cutting?
A. A little bit above the cutting material.
B. With the blade cutting toward your body.
C. With the base of the jigsaw on the cutting material.
D. All of the above.

4. What should you never do after you stop cutting?
A. Pull the blade back a little from the cut.
B. Let the blade come to a complete stop before removing it.
C. Touch the blade to slow it down.
D. All of the above.

Portable Electric Drill Safety and Usage


1. Wear safety glasses when operating with portable
electric drill.
2. Disconnect the drill from the electrical supply
when installing bits.
3. Clamp stock so it will not move during the drilling
operation.
6. Hold the drill firmly with both hands while drilling.
7. When drilling deep holes with a twist drill, move
the bit up and down
several times while drilling to remove cuttings and reduce overheating in
the bit.
8. Do not allow the cord to become wrapped around the drill when working.
9. Always center punch or make a starting indentation in the material being
drilled to get an accurate starting point for the drill bit.
10. Apply moderate even pressure to the drill during the drilling operation. If
excessive pressure is required to make the bit cut then the bit is dull and
needs to be sharpened.
11. Maintain good balance at all times when drilling.
6. Use slow drill speeds for drilling metal and fast speeds for drilling wood.
7. To obtain holes that are placed accurately, drill a small pilot first then drill
the final hole.

Multiple Choice - Place the letter of the most correct answer on the answer sheet.
1. The purpose of moving the drill and bit up and down often when drilling deep
hole is to __________________.
a. reem the hole slightly larger.
b. give the drill operator better drilling leverage.
c. help keep the hole centered.
d. reduce overheating in the drill bit.

2. What kind of pressure should be applied to a drill during the drilling
operation?
a. Light, even.
b. Medium, bouncy.
c. Moderate, even.
d. Heavy, even.

3. What type of drill speed is needed for wood drilling operations?
a. Low
b. Low-medium
c. Medium
d. High

4. The purpose of a pilot hole when drilling is to ____________.
a. make the final hole drilling operation easier.
b. guide the final drilling operation and achieve a more accurately place hole.
c. reduce the feed pressure needed to drill the hole.
d. allow the final hole to be drilled at a faster rpm and achieve a smoother
finish.