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Maintain Tools and Equipment

Soldering iron - used in joining two or more electronic components’ terminals

and connecting wires on printed circuit board (PCB). The ideal power rating
used for this purpose is 30 watts.

Soldering gun- has a larger power rating, usually 100-140 watts. It is used for
soldering work requiring higher temperature like direct chassis soldering. This
device is also convenient for intermittent operation, since it heats almost
instantaneously when you press the trigger.

Desoldering tool- used to remove soldering lead when a component is to be

removed from the PCB where it is soldered. The soldered joint is heated by a
soldering iron or a soldering gun, and then the soldering tool pulls the molten
solder out of the connection.

Soldering iron stand- used to support a heated soldering iron when not in
used.

Paint brush- used in cleaning components mounted on printed circuit boards.

It is also used in removing dust inside and outside of electronic apparatus.

Mini-drill - a tool used for drilling small holes through printed circuit boards
(PCB), wood or plastic. It consists of a chuck which is adjustable to handle drill
bits from 1/32” to 1/16” diameter. This device is supplied with 12V dc voltage
from a battery or from an adapter with 12V dc output.

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Screwdriver - instruments designed to drive in and take out screws. The two
most common types used in the shop are the standard screwdrivers with a flat
blade, and the Philip Screwdriver with the crossed tip to fit the recesses of a
Philips-head screw. Both of these types are manufactured in various sizes and
styles such as the
standard, stubby, and offset. An important rule to remember in the use of
screwdrivers is to use the right size for the right screw. Too big a size damages
the slot of the screw and may even cause the screw to break. Too small a size
will dent the screwdriver and also damage the slot of Philips screws.

Pliers - designed for gripping the holding small parts in electronic servicing,
assembly and troubleshooting.

Side-cutting pliers - these are used mainly for gripping, bending, cutting small
electronic components’ terminal or wire. When this pliers is provided with
insulated handles, it is also called electrician’s pliers.

Long-nosed pliers - these are manufactured either straight or bent. They are
used for holding very small parts and for positioning in hard-to-get-at place.
They are also very useful in making small loops or rings out of wires. This is
sometimes called needle-nosed pliers. The bent kind is also known as crooked-
nosed pliers.

Diagonal-cutting pliers- or simply diagonals are useful in cutting excess

terminals of components after soldering them in the printed circuit board.

Nipper-type diagonal cutter- used for precise cutting of components’ terminal.

This type of pliers is used where accuracy is a factor in cutting the excess leads
of components soldered in the printed circuit board.

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LO 1. maintain hand tools and equipment

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Tools are used according to undertaken task.
Routine maintenance of tools undertaken according to standard operational
procedures, principles and techniques.
Tools stored safely in appropriate locations in accordance with manufacturers
specifications or standard operating procedures.

Pretest LO 1
Directions: Choose the correct answer. Write your answer in a separate
sheet of paper.
1. This is safety reminder “prevention is better than ________”.
A. Accident C. Electric shock
B. Cure D. Nothing
2. If it cannot be avoided working with “live” wires, you may do the job provided
you have to work with:
A. Both hands C. One hand
B. Goggles D. Wet hands
3. If you used a damaged hand tool, what will you do?
A. Tag a tool C. Put in a trash can
B. Don’t use it D. None of the above
4. As part of the normal operating and safety procedure, these tools should be
returned to the __________ after used.
A. classroom C. store
B. laboratory D. tool box
5. When sharpening hand tools, follow normal _____ procedure.
A. friendly C. safety
B. common D. sanitary

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Maintaining Tools
To avoid accidents in the work place due to incorrect use of hand tools, it is a
must that you understand the proper use of these tools. Study and practice
proper
use and maintenance of tools to prolong their life span and of course to avoid
accidents due to improper or misuse of such tools.
Proper Use, Maintenance and Storage Tools
The use of safety hand tools should be a key component of most school safety
programs. An understanding of the hand tool’s intended use and environment,
combined with proper tool selection, maintenance and storage, will greatly
reduce the
risk of harmful accidents.
The following are guidelines maintaining and storing tools.
 Keep hand tools clean and free from ferrous or other contaminants.
 Do not use hand tools in direct contact with acetylene, due to the possible
formation of explosive acetyl ides, especially in the presence of moisture.
 During normal use, all pliers and screwdrivers will progressively develop
some
damage to the striking faces of screwdrivers or the cutting edge and striking
end of pliers. As part of the normal operating and safety procedures, these
tools should be returned to the workshop, as with steel tools, to have the faces
and heads redressed. This is essential to prevent eye damage resulting from
chips detaching from the item during use.
 Do not used hand tools fitted with wooden handles in places where the
handles may dry out and shrink. This will increase the risk of the handle
breaking or the head becoming loose.
 Tools are designed for specific use. As with any tool. In addition to the
probability that the tool will be damaged, this is a dangerous practice for the
safety of the operator.
 The accepted standards of safety and maintenance for common steel hand
tools must also be adopted with non-sparking hand tools, in addition to any
specific recommendations resulting from the alloys used.
 When sharpening hand tools, follow normal safety procedures, such as the
provision of eye and face protection, adequate extraction and dust collecting
facilities.
Specifically, some tools require special care and maintenance due to their
features
and frequent use in any electronics or electrical job. Additional care and
maintenance
must be observed to the following:

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Soldering iron
Always clean the tip before and after using.
Do not wash the tip just to speed up its cooling process after using it.
It might damage the heating element and corrode the tip.
Soldering gun
Be sure to tighten the two nuts holding the tip before using it to have
maximum heat transfer to its tip.
Never use a soldering gun in mass production assembly. It might be
overheated and will consume more power compared to a soldering
iron.
Desoldering tool
Keep it in good condition by cleaning its inside and apply a small
amount of oil regularly.
Avoid direct contact of the soldering iron’s tip to the tip of the
desoldering tool when doing desoldering work.
Electric drills
These are tools that are used to bore holes in metals, wood, plastic or PCB
in the process of electronic projects assembly. The most common of these are the
mini drill powered from 12V DC voltage and the standard electric drill that can be
connected directly to the 220 V AC power line.
Before using a drill, be sure to tighten the chuck jaw and secure the drill bit
properly. The materials to be bored and the drill bit must be at 90 degrees angle to
achieve efficient boring operation.

For more efficient and quality output with zero accident, the following Safety Pointers
in Electronics Shop work are additional reminders for you to follow:
As a reminder, a good technician should always remember that “prevention is better
than cure” to avoid accidents that might cause damage to tools, instruments, or even
inflict
injuries to himself while performing electronic jobs.
Accidents can be prevented by following the reminders listed below:
Be sure you are physically and mentally fit when working with electrical or
electronic
circuits.
Use only standard tools and instruments in performing any electronic job.
Always use the right tool for the right job.
Do not attempt to use tools or instruments you are not familiar with. Ask the
assistance of your teacher or a person in authority in operating such unfamiliar
electronic gadget.
Keep all tools and instruments in a safe place like tool box or tool cabinet to avoid
accident and easy access when these tools are needed for use.
If accidents happened, report immediately to your teacher.

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Keep all tools and instruments in good condition by following the steps of proper
care
and maintenance of electronic tools and instruments.
Your working area must be kept clean, in order, and free from any object that
might
hamper your work.
Keep flammable substance and materials away from your working area by keeping
them in a safe place intended for them.
If possible, work with only one hand while working in a “live” circuit.
Keep yourself insulated from earth ground when working on power line circuit,
since
one side of the line is connected to the earth.
When your work is done, clean your working table and return all tools and
instruments in their proper places.
Clean tools and equipment work more efficiently. At the end of each working day
clean the
tools and equipment you used and check them for any damage. If you note damage,
tag the
tool as faulty and organize a repair or replacement.
Electrical current can travel over oily or greasy surfaces. Keep electrical power
hand
tools free from dust and dirt and make sure they are free of oil and grease.
o All workshop hand tools and equipment should have maintenance schedule.
Always complete the tasks described on the schedule at the required time.
This will help to keep the hand tools in safe working order.

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QUIZ 1
Direction: Choose the correct answer. Write your answer in a separate
sheet of paper.
1. When sharpening hand tools, follow normal _____ procedure.
A. friendly C. safety
B. common D. sanitary
2. As part of the normal operating and safety procedure, these tools should be
returned to the __________ after used.
A. classroom C. store
B. laboratory D. tool box
3. If you used a damaged hand tool, what will you do?
A. Tag a tool. C. Put in a trash can.
B. Don’t use it. D. Sell it.
4. If it cannot be avoided working with “ live wires” you may do the job provided
you have to work with:
A. both hands C. one hand
C. goggles D. wet hands
5. This is safety reminder “prevention is better than ________”.
A. accident C. electric shock
B. cure D. nothing

QUIZ 2
Directions: Conduct a maintenance activity on the given hand tools with the
following
guide questions:
1. What will you do if a hand tool is damaged due to misuse?
2. You are working in an untidy work station, what will you do?
3. If the hand tools are oily or greasy, what is the proper thing to do?

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