WOOD MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY
4th Edition
Chapter 22Machines
Allow heavy work to be done quickly
Repeat processes accurately
Give a good finish to the wood
Machines
Name the machine and state its use
• Scroll saw
• Used for− Decorative curved work− Cutting veneers
Safety precautions to be followed when using this machine
− Always use eye protection− Always keep the guard in
place− Keep fingers away from the
blade− No loose clothing− Disconnect from power
when not in use or when making adjustments
Name the machine and list some of its safety features
• Band saw
− Emergency stop switch− Adjustable blade− Lockable blade access door
Explain the function of the rip fence indicated on the photo
• Used for− Guide for cutting pieces to
width− Making parallel cuts to an edge
Name the machine and list two safety precautions to be followed when using it
• Mortising machine
− Always use eye protection− Tie up long hair− Secure loose clothing− Keep fingers away from the cutter− Make sure that the work is secured
to the table of the machine
Name the machine and state its use
• Pillar drill
• Used for− Drilling accurate holes in wood
and other materials
Name the parts labelled on the pillar drill
Feed leverGuard
Emergency stop button
Name the machine and state its use
• Disc and belt sander
• Used for − Sanding end grain smooth− Sanding curves to shape accurately
Sanding belt
Sliding fence
Sanding disc
Emergency stop button
Adjustable table
Name the parts labelled on the disc and belt sander
List safety precautions to be followed when using this machine
− Wear safety glasses and a dust mask
− Don’t wear loose clothing− Tie up long hair− Keep fingers away form the
sanding surfaces