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Chapter Outcomes
After studying this chapter, you will be able to:
Briefl y describe the development of power tools.
Explain the different methods of classifying power tools.
Identify and follow safety instructions and safe procedures when using power tools.
Explain how power tools are designed to perform different tasks.
Select and use appropriate power tools for drilling, driving, cutting, shaping, and removing material.
Summarize the factors to consider when purchasing power tools.
Properly maintain and store power tools commonly used in agriculture.
Words to Know
abrasives
band saw
battery charger
bimetal blade
bit
blade set
bottle jack
brad nailer
charge memory effect
chuck
chuck key
circular saw
cordless power tool
cribbing
crosscutting
die grinder
double-insulated
drill press
fl oor jack
fl utes
grinder
ground fault circuit
interpreter (GFCI)
grounded
gullet
hammer drill
hollow ground blades
hook tooth
confi guration
hydraulic press
impact driver
impact socket
jack stand
jig saw
jointer
kickback
lithium-ion (Li-ion)
battery
lodging
machine guard
miter saw
Morse taper
nail gun
nickel-cadmium
(NiCad) battery
nickel-metal-hydride
(NiMH) battery
oscillating multi-tools
planer
portable power drills
portable power tools
radial arm saw
rake angle
reciprocating saw
ripping
router
sander
shields
skip tooth
confi guration
stationary power tools
swarf
table saw
Before You Read
Before reading this chapter, fl ip through the pages and make notes of the major headings. Analyze the
structure of the relationships of the headings with the concepts in the chapters.
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