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WorksheetsRouter( Table) and Drill Press Quiz
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 18mins
A woodworking student needs to create a dado in a piece of plywood for a bookshelf. Based on the physics of routing, which tool would be the best choice for this task?
A table saw, as it's the ideal tool for dados.
A hand-held router, since it's a portable electric tool.
A fixed-base router because its depth of cut is locked in place.
A router table, because routers are better suited for dados in manufactured materials like plywood.
You are preparing to use a fixed-base router for a project. Before you turn on the power, which of the following safety checks must you perform?
Ensure the bit is firmly secured in the collet.
Check that the router motor is tight in the router base.
Confirm the router is unplugged before making any adjustments to the bit or depth of cut.
Make sure the bit is not in contact with anything.
A router's motor runs at speeds up to about 22,000 rpm. How should you adjust your technique when using a larger bit?
Increase the router speed to maintain cutting efficiency.
Use slower speeds to prevent damage to the bit or the workpiece.
Apply more pressure to the workpiece to compensate for the larger bit size.
Use a fixed-base router instead of a plunge router.
What are some key differences between a fixed-base router and a plunge router?
A fixed-base router allows the motor to be adjusted up and down while running.
A plunge router's motor is locked in place for a given depth of cut.
A fixed-base router's motor is adjusted in the base and locked in place for a given depth of cut.
A plunge router's motor can be slid up and down within the base while the motor is running.
Before a woodworking student plugs in a router, what should they do?
Ensure the bit shank is bottomed out in the collet.
Withdraw the bit about 1/8′′ after inserting it to its maximum depth.
Make sure the router motor is not tight in the router base.
Apply a light coating of oil to the collet.
Why is it important to have a sharp bit when using a router?
It makes the motor run faster.
It prevents the router from overheating.
It ensures the cut is clean.
A dull bit can damage the work and injure you.
You are always required to check with the instructor if you are unsure if the bit is sharp.
When starting a router, why must you hold it firmly?
To withstand the starting torque of the router motor.
To prevent the bit from coming loose.
To avoid the router from getting too hot.
To adjust the bit's depth of cut.
You are using a router bit that is cutting on both sides. How should you feed the work?
Feed the work so the bit pushes it away from the fence.
Feed the work so the bit pushes it towards the fence.
Move the work against the cutter's rotation.
Move the work with the cutter's rotation.
According to the provided safety guidelines, what should you do if the router's bit is loose?
Stop the machine and notify a classmate.
Work through the problem, but be more careful.
A loose bit will work its way out of the collet, damaging your work and/or injuring you.
A loose bit can be re-tightened while the motor is running.
How do you properly secure a router bit?
Insert the bit to its maximum depth.
Withdraw the bit about 1/8′′ before tightening the collet.
Tighten the collet firmly.
Do not bottom out the shank of the bit in the collet.
What are the advantages of using a router table?
It is a more stable and controllable process than a hand-held router.
It is ideal for large workpieces that cannot be moved.
The bit protrudes up through the table, allowing the workpiece to be moved past it.
It is possible to use it on any workpiece.
When is it NOT possible to use a router table?
When the workpiece is too small.
For large workpieces or those that cannot be moved to the router table.
When the router bit is too short.
When the fence is not in place.
What is the best practice for using the throat plate on a Bench Dog router lift?
Change router bits with the throat plate still attached.
Use the throat plate that leaves the smallest opening around the router bit.
Remove the throat plate before changing router bits.
Use a wrench to over-tighten the throat plate screws.
What could happen if you over-tighten one throat plate screw before tightening the other?
The first screw will prevent the throat plate from being flush with the table.
The throat plate will warp.
The router bit will come loose.
The fence will become misaligned.
You are using a router table to rout a small, narrow piece of stock. What actions should you take for a safer and more precise cut?
Use a fence with a small or no opening.
Use a backer board to ensure proper support.
Use a pushstick to keep your hands away from the bit.
Remove the fence to have more control over the workpiece.
A student is using a combination disc/belt sander. What actions should they take to prevent damage to the abrasive material?
Apply moderate pressure to the stock.
Keep the stock moving to avoid overheating.
Use excessive pressure to speed up the sanding process.
Do not sand stock that puts your fingers within 2′′ of the abrasive.
On a disc sander, which side of the disc should you sand on?
The upward-traveling side of the disc.
The downward-traveling side of the disc.
Either side of the disc, as long as the stock is held securely.
The side of the disc that is moving away from the table.
What actions should you take when using the belt sander?
Ensure the belt is tracking properly.
Notify the instructor if the belt is loose or worn.
Use the sander for joinery.
Hold the work securely.
If a student notices a loose or worn belt on the belt sander, what is the correct action to take?
Continue using the sander carefully.
Attempt to fix the belt themselves.
Notify the instructor.
Find a new belt and replace it.
According to the safety rules provided, what should you NOT do when using the disc/belt sanders?
Sand on the downward-traveling side of the disc.
Use them for squaring stock.
Put your fingers within 2′′ of the abrasive.
Use them for joinery.
What does the diameter of the disc indicate on a disc sander?
The speed of the machine.
The size of the machine.
The coarseness of the abrasive.
The type of motor.
What are the main components of a disc sander?
A reference table.
A circular plate mounted to a motor shaft.
A belt sander.
A cloth or paper-backed abrasive disc cemented to the plate.
What can happen if excessive pressure is applied to the stock against the abrasive on a sander?
The sander will stop.
The stock will become smoother.
It can overheat and damage the abrasive.
It will make the abrasive last longer.
Based on the provided document, what can a combination sander be used for?
Squaring stock.
Sanding straight edges.
Sanding outside (convex) curves.
Joinery.
What is the proper procedure for a student using the sander?
Hold the work insecurely.
Be sure the work is held firmly against the table.
Apply excessive pressure to the stock.
Use it for squaring stock.
Before replacing parts such as bits, blades, or discs on any tool, it is important to
disconnect the power source
recharge the tool's battery
polish it with fine steel wool
check the tool's oil level
Which is a wood defect
poke
knot
bowl
tilt
Before replacing parts such as bits, blades, or discs on any tool, you must _____.
polish it with a fine steel wool
recharge the tool's battery
disconnect the power source
inspect them for cracks
What should you do if you notice a power tool is malfunctioning during use?
Continue using it until the job is done
Turn it off and report the issue immediately
Try to fix it yourself
Ignore it if the malfunction is minor
Identify the safety hazard in the following scenario: A worker is using a power drill with a frayed power cord.
The drill bit might be dull
The power cord could cause an electric shock
The worker is not wearing gloves
The drill is not powerful enough
Thought-Provoking Scenarios
Question 1
Scenario: You are using a hand-held router to cut a groove in a piece of oak. You notice the router motor is starting to feel hot and the bit seems to be burning the wood. You continue pushing the router, applying more pressure to force the cut through, thinking that a faster pass will prevent the burning.
Is this scenario safe or unsafe?
Safe
Unsafe
Question 2
Scenario: You are using a router table to make a series of identical cuts on a small, narrow piece of stock. You decide to use a backer board and a push stick to keep your hands a safe distance from the rotating bit and ensure proper support during the cut.
Is this scenario safe or unsafe?
Safe
Unsafe
Question 3
Scenario: While using the combination disc/belt sander, you notice the belt is loose and seems to be slipping off its track. You immediately turn off the machine and inform your instructor.
Is this scenario safe or unsafe?
Safe
Unsafe
Question 4
Scenario: You are using the disc sander to round the end of a board. You accidentally move the board to the upward-traveling side of the disc and continue sanding, assuming that it doesn't matter and that you can just hold the workpiece more firmly.
Is this scenario safe or unsafe?
Safe
Unsafe
Question 5
Scenario: You have just changed a router bit on the Bench Dog router lift and are reattaching the throat plate. You tighten both screws evenly using light finger pressure to ensure the plate is flush with the table.
Is this scenario safe or unsafe?
Safe
Unsafe
