TRAINING BULLETIN #032 CHAIN SAW Flashcards

1
Q

The following safety equipment shall be used in conjunction with chain saw operations at all times:(4)

A
  1. Gloves
  2. Goggles
  3. Helmet
  4. Turnout coat or brush coat
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2
Q

If an electrical hazard is suspected or exists What shall be used?

A

Gauntlet gloves

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3
Q

The chain of the chain saw at idle speed will what?

A

Still continue to move

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4
Q

The proper positioning of the chain saw and body could prevent injury from What three things

A

A broken chain

Flying debris

Or chainsaw kickback

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5
Q

There are two ways that a chain brake is engaged:

A

Manual and automatic

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6
Q

_____engagement most often occurs when the chain saw kicks back, causing the left hand to strike the hand guard.

A

Automatic

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7
Q

the brake engages within?

A

1/10th of a second

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8
Q

Some chain saws are equipped with an _____operated chain brake that engages whenever a violent movement of the chain saw occurs.

A

Inertia

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9
Q

Never use the chain brake hand guard as a

A

Carrying handle

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10
Q

CAUTION
DO NOT operate a chain saw at speeds above idle when ___ ____ _____ or engine damage may result.

A

The chain brake is engaged

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11
Q

cutting is an operation involving a minimum of

A

Two members

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12
Q

The primary responsibility of the safety person is to:

  1. Alert the operator of changing or ____ _____
  2. Prevent _____
  3. Assist the operator who is ____ ____while involved in cutting operations.
A

Unsafe conditions

Injury

Backing up

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13
Q

Since a running chain saw creates a serious communication problem, the safety member will have to use ______ or “____ ______” to communicate effectively.

A

Gestures or body language

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14
Q

An effective way for the safety member to remain in contact with the operator is to use an _______ _____ on an axe scabbard belt, B/A frame/webbing, etc.

A

Underhanded grip

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15
Q

NEVER refuel chain saws

A

Indoor or in quarters

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16
Q

the chain saw can be used to “____ or ____” rafters or joists.

A

Feel or read

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17
Q

The length of the chain saw from tip to handle is comparable to a _______ _____ of average length.

A

Pickheaded axe

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18
Q

If you have determined that a defensive hole is necessary, remember to trade

A

space for time

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19
Q

Starting the Saw

1.On/off switch iHold chain saw firmly on the ____, _____ or ______ with the chain clear of obstructions.

A

Roof, floor, or ground

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20
Q

Starting the Saw

2.Pull starter cord ___ ____ to engage starter pawls. Crank engine _____ with short pulls. Do not pull starter cord using long strokes as damage to cord may result. Maintain _____ on cord as it rewinds. Do not let starter handle ___ _____ to chain saw.

A

Just enough

Smartly

Tension

Snap back

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21
Q

Starting the Saw

3.If the engine fires but does not continue to run, push choke in ___ ___. When the engine runs, _______ choke, squeeze and release the ______ ______immediately. Do not operate chain saw with trigger latched in the starting position.

A

Half way

Disengage

Throttle trigger

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22
Q

Starting the Saw

4.Warm the chain saw prior to cutting by bringing RPM’s up to ____ speed and then allowing them to drop off. Repeat this process _____times.

A

Peak

Several times

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23
Q

Starting the Saw

5.Saws that have reached proper operating temperature and must: be restarted do not require ______. Latch the throttle trigger and restart saw.

A

Choking

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24
Q

Starting the Saw

6.Pump _____ _____ several times to insure chain lubrication if the chain saw is so equipped.

A

Manual oiler

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25
Q

CAUTION
Do not operate chain saws at continuous full RPM without a “____” on the chain.

A

Load

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26
Q

CAUTION
Do not attempt to start chain saw with ______ _____ engaged.

A

Chain brake engaged

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27
Q

If the chain saw will not start, check the following:

  1. ____/____ switch and wiring - off/disconnected
  2. _____ - proper position
  3. _____ _____
A

On/off

Choke

Fuel level

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28
Q

If the chain saw will not start, check the following:

  1. Flooded cylinder - use following procedure:
    a. Place on/off switch in “___” position
    b. ____ ___ ____ - ensure that the choke is not engaged
    c. Pull starter cord __ to __ times
    d. Turn switch “__”. Use normal starting procedure.
A

Off

Push choke in

4 to 5

On

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29
Q

If the chain saw will not start, check the following:

  1. Spark plug _______ and _____ ____.
A

Condition and specified gap

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30
Q

An advantage of the chain saw is the operator’s ability to “___” the work.

A

Feel

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31
Q

When used to locate structural members, the chain saw should be held in an _____position, ________ to the roof’s surface.

A

Upright position

Perpendicular

32
Q

Once the structural members (rafters, joists, etc.) have been located, the chain saw may be lowered to approximately ___ to the cutting surface for continued cutting.

A

450(meant to be 45 degrees?)

33
Q

When a structural member is encountered, the operator should lift the chain saw _____ out of the work and continue over the top of the structural member before returning to the same depth of cut.

A

Nearly out

34
Q

Safe depth of cut will depend on four factors:

  1. Type of ________
  2. Thickness of _____ ________
  3. Thickness of _______
  4. Intended ________
A

Construction

Roof covering

Decking

Operations

35
Q

During lengthy operations it may become necessary to ______ the chain saw, add chain ______ _____, and adjust chain _______.

A

Refuel

Lubrication oil

Tension

36
Q

Saws with automatic oilers should be adjusted for

A

Maximum oiling

37
Q

Manual oilers should be depressed a minimum of once every __ seconds under light conditions. When used under extreme conditions (several layers of roofing material), manual oilers should be depressed _____ ______.

A

10 seconds

More often

38
Q

Clean all debris away from What caps before opening

A

Fuel and oil caps

39
Q

After use
Wipe off debris. Pay particular attention to the ___ _____ _____, ___ ____, and ___ ____.

A

Air cleaner cover,

Fuel cap

Oil cap

40
Q

After use

  1. Check _____ of chain. ____ chain if necessary.
A

Condition
Replace

41
Q

After use

CAUTION
Do not use ______ as a cleaning solvent.

A

Gasoline

42
Q

After use

  1. Remove the air filter. Gently strike the filter on the __ ___ ___ _____ to dislodge foreign objects. Inspect for ____ and general condition. If torn or excessively dirty replace as soon as a _____ ______ is available. Reinstall filter.
A

Palm of your hand

Tears

Spare filter

43
Q

After use

  1. When the chain saw has _____, add the specified fuel to capacity.
A

Cooled

44
Q

Carbide-tipped chains used on this Department are resistive to ______ but subject to ______.

A

Dulling

Chipping

45
Q

If carbide tips become damaged, it will be necessary to replace the chain when:

  1. Missing/damaged tips on __ or more cutters in a row.
  2. Missing /damaged tips on __ or more cutters at random.
  3. Cracked/broken ____ ____
  4. ____ chain
A

3

6

Tie straps

Dull chain

46
Q

Dull chains should be replaced when a radius on the cutting edge is

A

visible to the naked eye.

47
Q

Tension must be checked

A

Before, during, and after use

48
Q

During extended cutting operations, check chain tension every

A

Few minutes

49
Q

Proper chain tension adjustments are made in the following manner:

  1. Loosen _____ _____ cover nuts.
  2. Grasp tip of guide bar and raise to remove slack between ____ ____ and ____ _____.
A

Drive sprocket

Guide bar and mounting studs

50
Q

Proper chain tension adjustments are made in the following manner:

  1. Adjust tension screw, located ______ of the guide bar on the ____ of the chain saw. Turn _______ to tighten.
A

Inboard

Front

Clockwise

51
Q

NOTE
Avoid injury by using ______ or _____ ____ to protect hand when making adjustments or pulling chain through its travel.

A

Gloves or wiping rags

52
Q

A. Daily Checks

  1. Check _____ _____. Add mixed fuel if necessary.
  2. Check _____ ____ level. Add if necessary.
  3. Check chain ______, ______, and proper _______ of travel.
A

Fuel level

Lubricating oil level

Condition, tension

Direction

53
Q

A. Daily Checks

  1. Check controls for proper _____ _____.
  2. Check _____ ____ and _____ for condition.
A

Starting position

Carrying strap and hooks

54
Q

A. Daily Checks

  1. Check _____ ____ for proper location and condition.
  2. Make a visual check of tile chain saw for loose ______ and/or _____.
A

Gauntlet gloves

Fasteners and/or covers

55
Q

Weekly Checks
1
2
3
4

A

1.Perform daily checks

  1. Start chain saw
  2. Depress oilier if equipped several times
  3. Run up rpm’s. Run until warm
56
Q

Do not run chain saw at full RPM without load for more than a ___ ____ or engine damage may result,.

A

Few seconds

57
Q

Weekly Checks

5
6
7
8
9
10

A

5.Check to see if chain is oiling properly

  1. Place on firm surface engage chain brake

7.shut off chain saw an allow to cool

  1. Check chain tension readjust if necessary
  2. Inspect starter cord for fraying and contamination
  3. Top off fuel and chain lubricating oil levels if necessary
58
Q

Monthly Checks

  1. Perform ____ checks
  2. Remove spark plug. Check ____ and ______. Clean, regap or replace if necessary.
A

Gap and condition

59
Q

Monthly Checks

  1. Inspect _____ ______for cracks and/or leaks.
  2. Inspect the _____ _______for leaks, cracks or soft fuel lines. DO NOT operate chain saw if a fuel leak exists.
A

Engine case

Fuel assembly

60
Q

Monthly Checks

  1. If a tank of fuel has not been used in the previous ___ days, drain fuel and refill with fresh fuel mix.
A

30 days

61
Q

Monthly Checks

  1. Remove ___ ____ ______Check air cleaner for tears and general condition.
  2. Inspect security of _______ and all linkage.
A

Air cleaner housing

Carburetor

62
Q

Solvent may be used for cleaning. _____ shall not be used.

A

Water

63
Q

NOTE
Petroleum based solvents, including kerosene, used to clean tar from chain saw parts shall not be applied in ______form.

A

Atomized

64
Q

CAUTION
Failure to clean all molten tar and debris from cylinder and head fins WILL result in

A

Overheating

65
Q

STIHL 038 MAGNUM

  • ___ cubic inch engine
  • ___ kilowatt of power developed at _____ rpm
  • _____ horsepower
A

4.4 cubic inch

3.5 kilowatt @9000rpm

4.69 hp

66
Q

STIHL 038 MAGNUM

horsepower
- Idles between _____ rpm and _____ rpm
- Clutch engages at ______ rpm
- Latch throttle position develops _____ rpm

A

2400 and 2600

300rpm

7000rpm

67
Q

STIHL 038 MAGNUM

Fully automatic ______ ______
- ____ ____ piston ported engine

A

Chain lubrication

Two stroke

68
Q

STIHL 038 MAGNUM

  • Dual chain brake feature
  1. ______ Chain brake
  2. Automatic ______ chain brake

Weight

A

Manual

Inertia

19lbs

69
Q

The _____ _____ ______, located to the left side of the rear handle, controls the ______ engine functions.

A

Master control level

Three

70
Q

The “start” position provides the _________ position

A

Half throttle

71
Q

Continue cranking engine smartly with short pulls. When the engine runs, squeeze the throttle trigger to disengage tile master control switch into the “______” position (located between “_____” and “____”).

A

Normal

Start and stop

72
Q

The mass moment of inertia on the front ____ ______also engages the chain brake in certain situations (any sharp, abnormal movement).

A

Hams guard

73
Q

Prior to disassembling the chain saw if your truck company does not have a second chain saw, remember to place the _____ ______ _____on the rotary saw and notify company personnel.

A

Wood cutting blade

74
Q

note the position of the guide bar and ______ it when reassembling.

A

Invert

75
Q

Inspect chain sprocket for grooves exceeding ____” in depth.

A

1/16

76
Q

How many sore screws do you need

A

5 metric