Scroll Saw Quiz

What is one of the basic rules to follow before using the scroll saw?

• Always wear gloves

• Keep your fingers clear of moving parts

• Keep the board loose on the table

• Apply side-to-side pressure on the workpiece

Why is it difficult to cut a straight line on a scroll saw?

• The blade setup is inaccurate

• The pressure is not applied correctly

• The blade is too sharp

• The board is too thick

How should you make a curved cut on a scroll saw?

• Use a dull blade

• Push side-to-side on the workpiece

• Apply downward pressure on the board

• Twist while pushing forward

What is the purpose of making a relief cut on the scroll saw?

• To remove excess material

• To make the blade sharper

• To create a straight line cut

• To test the blade tension

How do newer scroll saw machines hold the blade in place?

• With magnets

• With tension and pins

• With glue

• With screws

What should you do after inserting a new blade into a scroll saw?

• Apply oil to the blade

• Reapply the tension onto the blade

• Leave the blade loose

• Use the machine without testing the blade

What should you do to avoid overheating and breaking the blade while making a curved cut?

• Use a dull blade

• Push side-to-side on the workpiece

• Apply upward pressure on the board

• Twist while pushing forward

What is the purpose of the shoe on the scroll saw?

• To hold the board in place

• To adjust the blade tension

• To cool down the blade

• To apply oil to the blade

Why is it important to apply downward pressure on the board while cutting on a scroll saw?

• To prevent the blade from lifting the board off the table

• To make the blade go up and down

• To avoid using safety glasses

• To make the cut faster

What can cause the blade to chatter up and down while cutting on a scroll saw?

• Not wearing safety glasses

• Leaving the board loose on the table

• Using a brand new blade

• Applying downward pressure on the board