Tle 7 A.F.A. Plant Production Quarter 1 Module 2 Mata

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QUARTER 1 – MODULE 2
Maintenance & Safekeeping of
Tools in the Garden
CROP PRODUCTION 7
FIRST QUARTER: Module 2
(Second week)
Maintenance & Safekeeping of Tools

in the Garden
Prepared by: Jonjie P. Mata

Module 2 (second week)
Learning Objectives
1. Know the procedures in safekeeping and maintenance of garden tools after using.
2. Demonstrate the safekeeping and maintenance procedures of tools after using.
3. Recognize the importance of safekeeping and maintenance of tools after using.
Introduction:
Imagine that the long, hot summer vacation has finally come to an end, the
school year has to start, the pandemic infection of coronavirus is not yet over. But the
challenge to learn at home is now the new normal and together with this “Gardening at
home” is a way to learn and produce our own fresh vegetables.
But let us first consider and check our tools if they are ready to use. The long
hot summer, wrong practices after using the tools and the lack of maintenance of tools
will cause rusting, dullness of blades, clogging of parts and even broken handle.
This frustrations and problem will cause you to spend more time in cleaning and
repairing rather than actually using them in the garden.
Information Sheet 2: How to Clean Your Garden Tools
Let ‘s start with the basics. Your shovel, spade, hoe, or even the blades on
a hedge trimmer will be a lot easier to use if you take a few minutes to knock some
of the rust off the blade. Not only will this extend the life of the tool, but also cut
through the soil better, requiring less effort to use. It is a good idea to keep a large
whetstone in your shop. A whetstone is an ideal tool to use, to keep all of the cutting
edges of your garden tools honed. It will work well on your shovel, as well as many
other common garden tools.
The best way to use the stone is to find a way to stabilize the tool that you
want to work on. A bench vise is ideal. You will be able to clamp the tool into place
at an angle, so you can work on it. Clamping the garden tool into place with a vise
frees both of your hands to use the whetstone and gives you more control over
what you are doing.
Apply a little lubricating oil at the end of the tool, and carefully begin to work
the stone over the blade. Maintain a 30-degree angle between the stone and the
blade to form the ideal cutting edge for your tool. Not only will the edge become
sharper, but you will also be removing any pitting and rust that has formed at the
edge of your tool ‘s blade.
In instances where the moving parts of your garden
tools (such as with of any new pruners, shears, and loppers)
have frozen in place, like springs and pivot joints. You
should disassemble them first removing carefully any rust
or dirt that may keep the tool from functioning properly.
Clean accumulated rust and dirt off all metal surfaces with
a wire brush. Remove stubborn rust from small tools with a
fine steel wool.
Using an old toothbrush with some lightweight lubricating oil is a great way to
work fresh oil into the joints of most garden tools. Not only will this fresh oil help your
tool to work as it was intended, but it will also prevent the formation of rust. Use
medium-grit sandpaper to remove rust on larger tools such as shovels, spades, and
hoes.
Once your tools are cleaned, they're ready to be
sharpened. When sharpening, try to maintain the original
factory bevel or angle. For pruners, use a whetstone
because it produces a very sharp cutting edge. Depending
on the type of whetstone, apply a few drops of oil or water
to the stone. With the beveled side of the blade against the
stone, rub the sharp edge of the blade toward the stone in
a curved motion, as if you were trying to shave off a thin
slice from the stone.
When working with a file, stabilize the blades in a vise, or against a solid
surface such as a work bench, to avoid injury and ensure an even stroke. Always
push the file across the blade in a motion away from your body. Move the file
diagonally, so that its cutting teeth are biting into the metal on the tool. When
sharpening with a file, do not use oil; metal filings will accumulate and clog the file's
serrations.
Tools that are worn out should be separated

and be fixed immediately to avoid accidents.
Worksheet 1: Checking of Tools and Maintenance Before and After Using.
A. Directions: Below are boxes containing the most common maintenance procedures
before and after using garden tools. Supply the needed tasks or principles to complete
the maintenance procedures in each box. You can pick the tasks from the lists below.
Sharpening of blades (bolo, shovel, Removing rust from tools (shovel,

knife, shear/pruner) bolo, pruner, etc.)
Cleaning tools (bolo, shovel and shear) Tools that are worn out/all garden
tools.
Suggested list of tasks or principles in tool maintenance:
• Knocking the parts of the tool using hammer
• Use whetstone
• Using fine steel wool
• Using wire brush to remove rust
• Apply oil after sharpening
• Use sandpaper
• Maintain the original bevel of the tool
• Apply few drops of oil at the end of the tool
• Rub the beveled side of the blade against the stone in a curved motion
• Always push the file across the blade in a motion away from your body
• Clean the tool with water
• Maintain 30⁰ angle between the stone and the blade when rubbing
• Remove dirt off all metal
• Use fresh oil into joints of most garden tools
• When sharpening using file, move it diagonally
• Separate the tools that are worn out
• Fix defective tools immediately
Worksheet 1.2
B. List down the needed information/data in the table.
Tools used in sharpening Principles/Ways in removing dust
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
C. Answer the following briefly.

1. Which of the maintenance procedures of tools you have already experienced at
home?
1.1
1.2
1.3
2. What did you do in each of the maintenance procedures?
2.1
2.2
2.3
3. Why is it important to check and maintain tools before and after using?
Task Sheet: Cleaning and Sharpening of Tools
Directions:
• Prepare the gadgets needed in sharpening the tools.
• You can ask your father to assist you in sharpening.
• Ask one family member to take a video or photo while you are doing the
sharpening principles.
Steps/Procedures Yes No
1. Cleaned your tools

after using.
2. Checked the tools

before and after
using.
3. Removed
accumulated dirt and
rust by knocking the
tools using hammer.
4. Used whetstone to
sharpen the blade of
bolo.
5. Apply oil/water at the
end of the blade when
sharpening.
6. Moved the file

diagonally away from
your body.
7. Maintained the factory

bevel on 30⁰ angle in
sharpening.
8. Rubbed the tool to the

whetstone following
the original bevel.
9. Apply oil after

sharpening the tools.
10. Separated and fixed

defective tools.
Self-check
Choose the best answer. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
1. Which is the best tool/gadget used in sharpening?
a. File c. Soap
b. Whetstone d. Oil
2. Tools that are worn out should be…
a. thrown away c. separated and kept properly
b. separated and fixed immediately d. kept in the cabinet
3. The ideal bevel in sharpening is?
a. 60⁰ c. 90⁰
b. 30⁰ d. 30⁰
4. When using file in sharpening, you’ll push the file in a motion…
a. towards your body c. to the corner
b. to the wall d. away from your body
5. Which of the gadget is commonly used in cleaning accumulated dirt and rust?
a. chisel c. Wire brush
b. Comb d. Rake
6. Oil should not be used when sharpening using file because…
a. the metal particles produced in rubbing will clog the file serrations
b. sharpness will not be good
c. dirt will deposit in the blade
d. blade will hardly sharpen
7. Which of the substances below will prevent rust after cleaning tools?
a. Oil c. Vinegar
b. Salt d. Sea water
8. What should be done to the tools after sharpening?
a. oiling c. apply ash
b. wash with salt solution d. place it in the backyard
9. The following principles should be done after using tool, except.
a. cleaning of tools c. sharpening & oiling of tools
b. checking the defects d. leaving the tools in the garden
10. Which of the following gadgets will produce the best sharpness of tools after
sharpening?
a. whetstone c. sandpaper
b. file d. bottle of softdrinks
Congratulations, you have done the second module.
Prepared by: Jonjie P. Mata
For inquiries or feedback, please write or call:
Department of Education - Bureau of Learning Resources (DepEd-BLR)
Ground Floor, Bonifacio Bldg., DepEd Complex

Meralco Avenue, Pasig City, Philippines 1600
Telefax: (632) 8634-1072; 8634-1054; 8631-4985
Email Address: [email protected] * [email protected]

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Maintenance & Safekeeping of Tools

Prepared by: Jonjie P. Mata

Information Sheet 2: How to Clean Your Garden Tools

Tools that are worn out should be separated

Sharpening of blades (bolo, shovel, Removing rust from tools (shovel,

Tools used in sharpening Principles/Ways in removing dust

C. Answer the following briefly.

1. Cleaned your tools

2. Checked the tools

6. Moved the file

7. Maintained the factory

8. Rubbed the tool to the

9. Apply oil after

10. Separated and fixed

Prepared by: Jonjie P. Mata

For inquiries or feedback, please write or call:

Department of Education - Bureau of Learning Resources (DepEd-BLR)

Ground Floor, Bonifacio Bldg., DepEd Complex

Telefax: (632) 8634-1072; 8634-1054; 8631-4985

Email Address: [email protected] * [email protected]

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