What is the main function of a drill press?
to drill holes in the stock
What is the purpose of a jointer?
to create a flat edge on a board
what does the term "stock' refer to in woodworking?
the wood that is being worked on
to make a board uniformly thick
This tool is used to drive nails into wood
Hammer
What should you wear when operating a drill press?
Safety Glasses
What safety tool should always be used with a jointer?
Push stick of push block
What type of wood comes from deciduous trees?
Hardwood
What is the minimum length of board recommended for the planer?
12 inches
This tool tightens or loosens bolts
Wrench
What should you do before changing the drill bit?
Turn off the machine and use the chuck key
Why must you not joint the end grain of a board?
It can cause kickback and poor results
What is a soft wood?
Pine
Why should you inspect the wood for nails before planing?
Nails can damage the blades
This tool is used to check 90 degree angles
tri-square
What part of the drill press holds the drill bit?
The Chuck
How many surfaces does a jointer typically flatten at once?
one surface
What direction does the "grain" refer to in wood
the direction of the fibers
turn off the machine
This hand tool is used to shave off thin layers of wood
Hand plane
What is the purpose of using a center punch before drilling?
to prevent the bit from wandering
what direction should wood be fed into the jointer?
against the cutterhead rotation
what is the difference between nominal and actual dimensions of lumber?
nominal is the labeled size, ans actual is the true size
Improper infeed/outfeed support