Share 2 - Introduction to Power Tools
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When using power tools, never engage the _____. a. locking spring b. booster c. bit shank d. trigger lock
trigger lock
Before replacing parts such as bits, blades, or discs on any tool, you must _____. a. polish it with a fine steel wool b. recharge the tool's battery c. disconnect the power source d. inspect them for cracks
disconnect the power source
Most hammer drills will not hammer until pressure is _____. a. released from the powder charge b. reached in the hydraulic cylinder c. detected at the trigger lock d. applied to the drill bit
applied to the drill bit
A pneumatic drill is commonly used _____. a. in areas where noise is a problem b. to supply compressed air to de-burr pipes c. when there is no source of electricity d. for intricate detail work
when there is no source of electricity
Never use a circular saw that does not have an upper blade guard because the _____. a. trigger lock will not work properly b. saw will not cut cleanly c. guard protects you from touching the blade d. saw kerf will be too wide
guard protects you from touching the blade
When using a circular saw, be sure to cut on the waste side of the cut mark to allow for the blade's _____. a. arbor b. kerf c. distortion d. stroke
kerf
Saws with fine blades that are excellent for delicate and intricate cutting are called _____. a. band saws b. saber saws c. abrasive saws d. worm-drive saws
saber saws
Before you plug any saw into a power source, make sure the _____. a. speed is set to Low b. power switch is in the Off position c. work has been clamped down d. lower blade guard is pulled back
power switch is in the Off position
A saw that has a thin, one-piece blade that runs around guides at either end of the saw is a _____. a. miter saw b. bandsaw c. saber saw d. circular saw
bandsaw
A power miter saw combines a miter box with a _____. a. bandsaw b. circular saw c. reciprocating saw d. saber saw
circular saw
An angle grinder is used to grind _____. a. soft, porous materials b. imperfections in wood c. hard, heavy materials d. nonmetals only
imperfections in wood
The adjustable tool rest on a bench grinder should be positioned _____. a. 1?8 inch from the grinding wheel b. 1?4 inch from the upper wheel guard c. 1?2 inch from the lower guard d. 3?4 inch from the wheel arbor
1 8 inch from the grinding wheel
A good way to check the condition of the grinding wheel on a bench grinder is to _____. a. exceed the maximum rpm rating b. hold the tool rest against the wheel c. induce vibration and monitor the wheel's response d. perform a ring test on
perform a ring test on the wheel
A grinder can catch on rough material edges and shift around, especially when using rotary bits called _____. a. burr bits b. backing bits c. kerf bits d. saber bits
burr bits
A low-velocity fastening system that is used to drive steel pins or threaded studs into masonry and steel is a(n) _____. a. pneumatic screw nailer b. powder-actuated tool c. air impact wrench d. mini hammer drill
powder-actuated tool
Special training and certification is required before using any kind of _____. a. powder-actuated fastening tool b. electrically powered tool c. pneumatic nail or screw system d. hydraulic lift or press tool
powder-actuated fastening tool
