TB 044 - Rotary Saw Flashcards
The LAFD carries 4 types of ___” rotary saw blades
14
Each rotary saw should be accompanied by a blade board that has an assortment of blades that best fits the needs of the district. All companies shall have at least __ of each blade type available
1
METAL CUTTING ABRASIVE BLADES - The cutting material on abrasive blades consists of grit bonded by an _________ ________.
Organic Binder
METAL CUTTING ABRASIVE BLADES - Blades shall be a minimum of ___” to remain in front line service
12
METAL CUTTING ABRASIVE BLADES - Blades smaller than ___” may be used for training purposes
12
METAL CUTTING ABRASIVE BLADES - Blades below __” shall be sent into the shops for replacement
9
Abrasive blades shall be removed from service if there are signs of __________ product contamination or _______ which could render the blade unsafe
Petroleum
Cracks
METAL CUTTING ABRASIVE BLADES - Blades that are no longer safe for use shall be marked with a F-175 Tag and the word “________” shall be marked on the blade before forwarding to Supply and Maintenance for replacement
UNSAFE
COMBINATION “COMBI” BLADE - All Combi-blades are ___-__________.
BI-DIRECTIONAL
The Combi-blade is not designed to cut _____ metals such as brass or aluminum, however it can cut thin, soft metal found on train siding, aircraft siding, metal clad doors, or aluminum gates.
Soft
COMBINATION “COMBI” BLADE - Any glazing or buildup of material on the diamond segment can be cleaned by cutting into a soft material such as ______, ________ block or ________.
Brick
Cinder
Asphalt
The Combi-blade had a continuous cutting depth of ____”
4¾
Combi-blades shall be forwarded to Supply and Maintenance for replacement when:
● Any one segment is __________, ________ or missing.
● ______ spots along any of the segments occur.
● Matrix bond is equal to the thickness of the blade body; a step or lip no longer exists.
Fractured, Broken
Bald
Concrete diamond blades are designed as a ____________ cutting rotation
Directional
CARBIDE TIP BLADE - If a missing _____ or a visible _______ appears, fill out a F-175 tag and send the blade to Supply and Maintenance for replacement
Tip
Radius