Power Tools

When using power tools, never engage the _____.

• a. locking spring
• b. booster
• c. bit shank
• d. 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A power miter saw combines a miter box with a _____.

• a. bandsaw
• b. circular saw
• c. reciprocating saw
• d. saber saw