Transcript 14.4 V Cordless Master craft Reciprocating Saw

14.4 V Cordless Master craft
Reciprocating Saw
By Hussein Ebrahim
Monday, November 15, 2005
Objective: To explain
components of a reciprocating
saw and give details regarding
safety issues.
Basic Components Of
Reciprocating Saw.
Basic Functions Of Components
Trigger switch: Activates saw which shifts back
and forth.
Lock Off Button: Locks trigger switch and turns
saw off.
Battery Pack: Contains 12 V battery which
provides current that makes motor function.
Saw Blades: Component that cuts through
object at a rate of with blade stroke of 7/8” 03000 SPM.
Two Types of Saw blades
Safety Issues while using a
Reciprocating Saw.
Electric Shock
Amputation
Eye Injuries
Hearing Loss
Puncture Wounds
Cuts and Abrasions
Contusions/crushing
Burns
Electric Shock
Improper grounding
(removing the ground
prong from the plug).
Not unplugging
equipment when
changing
accessories.
Frayed cords.
Pulling on the cord
to unplug the
equipment.
Standing in water or
wet surfaces.
Not using a ground
fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI).
Common Causes Of Injuries.
Amputation, puncture wounds, cuts, abrasions,
contusions and burns
Removal of guards.
Using damaged equipment.
Improper use of equipment.
Using the wrong tool.
Hearing loss and Eye injuries. Not wearing the correct personal
protective equipment (PPE) such as ear plugs or muffs for the ears
and safety glasses, goggles or face shields for the eyes.
Five Basic Rules To prevent
Injuries.
Keep all tools in good condition with
regular maintenance.
Use the right tool for the job.
Examine each tool for damage before
use and do not use damaged tools.
Operate tools according to the
manufacturers’ instructions.
Properly use the appropriate PPE.
References
http://www.ehs.ohiostate.edu/docs/labsafe/Hand&PowerToolS
afety.ppt
http://woodworker.com/Dewalt_Drill.htm