Uses
What is your hand NOT to be used as?
A clamp
When should you take your goggles off?
Once you're out of the shop
Where should you stand when using a band saw?
Right in front of it, on the mat.
Is a scroll saw good for curvy cuts?
Yes!
What are we not allowed to wear in the shop?
Jewelry, hoodies, long hair not tied back
What is a 1/4" band saw typically used for?
Bigger, rougher cuts
What do you do if you're sanding a small piece?
Get a pair of pliers and use that to hold it to the electric sander, or do it by hand.
Do band saws move up and down or in a continuous loop?
In a continuous motion.
Do scroll saws move up and down or in a continuous loop?
Up and down
What side of the electric sander are you allowed to use?
Left
What is a 1/8" typically used for?
Smaller, more precise cuts, or thinner wood.
Do you need special training for a dremel?
Yes
Do you unplug the bandsaw after each use?
No! Just turn it off. Only unplug it if there's something wrong with it.
Is a scroll saw more or less heavy-duty than a band saw?
Less
Where are the first aid supplies?
On the table by the door and drill presses.
What is a push stick used for?
Pushing wood into the blade of a bandsaw
If you get wounded what should you do?
Tell Mr. Cuttil or Mr. V, and let them tell you what to do.
Why is it called a band saw?
Because the blade is a continuous loop of metal that runs between two wheels inside the saw.
How tight should the guard be to the wood?
Very
How do you stop an electric sander?
Turn off the machine, then get the rubber thingy and press it into the rotating disc.
What is a drill press used for?
Drilling accurate, straight holes.
What is your hand?
NOT a clamp
What band saw do you need special training to use?
3/4" band saw
How fast should you go on a scroll saw.
Slow!! The blade is delicate!!
When using an electric sander, why should one move the piece of wood back in forth a bit instead of just keeping it stationary?
Because otherwise the heat will burn a hole through the sandpaper.