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Tool Tutorial
(Link to PDF Tool Tutorial) Model: Lincoln Electric Precision TIG 225 Manufacturer: Link Manual: Download The Setup, Operation, and Cleanup Checklists sections of this guide are what instructors use to ensure that you can use the equipment according ...
Tool Tutorial
This tutorial outlines how to use the Pantorouter for making repeatable, accurate, and even non-orthogonal joints in wood—including box joints. Follow these guidelines to set up, operate, and maintain the tool safely and efficiently. Overview The Pantor...
Tool Tutorial
How to Change the MIG Wire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySdGVEg6Epk Skip 3:10-5:17
CNC Plasma 14 Day Maintenance
Test the PH of the water Locate the PH test strips, in the computer cubby hole at the CNC Plasma Computer station. Use a stick or other object to lightly stir the water in the table. Just lightly move the water in between the slats, careful not to splash...
Tool Tutorial
The blacksmithing area is a collection of very simple tools. The work of learning forging is practice: trying things figuring things out refining technique Notes Safety When forging, always wear appropriate safety gear: Leather apron Eye prote...
Clean Lawnmower
* Remove the battery* Clean the undercarriage using a putty knife and wire brush* Reattach the battery
Inspect and Clean Wood Miter Saw Blade
Service manual: PENDING*Inspect the Blade*Inspect the saw blade for wear and damage.1. If any teeth are missing, yellow tag the tool in a tool report and file a purchase request if there are no spares in the maintenance room.1. If two consecutive teeth are mis...
Sandblaster - Deep clean
*Safety* - Wear a dust mask. (If you do not have your own, disposable masks are available in the custodial room.)- Wear safety glasses. *Tools/Materials Required* - Two 2-gal buckets (should be located near the machine)- Soft mallet. *Clean Siphon Tube* 1...
Dust sheet metals area
*Safety* - Wear a dust mask.- Wear safety glasses.- Unplug all electrical equipment before cleaning. *Task List* With a damp cloth, wipe down all external surfaces of the sheet metal tools: - shear- slip roller- finger brake- shrinker/stretcher- turret pu...
Test & vacuum CO detector
The carbon monoxide detector is a small white plastic device located on the interior wall of the custodial room just to the right of the door.*Test CO Detector*- Push the test button on the carbon monoxide detector. - If it doesn't beep, the batteries are like...
Empty shop vacs & clean filters
*Safety* - Wear a dust mask. (If you do not have your own, disposable masks are available in the custodial room.)- Wear safety glasses. *Empty Shop Vacs and Service Filters* We have seven shop vacs - two in precision metals (one for dry, one for wet), one a...
Purge the scrap bins
* Woodshop* In the woodshop free bin and the free board caddy in the lathe area, remove any wood that: - Is painted or treated- Has nails/metal inside- Is heavily splintered- Is "swiss-cheesed" with little material to use, etc. *Metalshop* In the metalshop...
Clean welding helmets and jackets
*Gloves*Inspect gloves. Put in a purchase request for any pairs that have holes or excessive wear (don't throw them out until we have replacements) - Purchase request: https://protohaven.org/purchasing*Helmets* 1. Make a purchase request if the helmet is nonfu...
Wood Lathe - Monthly
Service manual: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XsSwghnqBvr8uQD0qm1M8jcJ__te2DI1/view?usp=drive_link*Clean Dust and Debris*- Use pressurized air from the air compressor to blow out dust from around the electric motor and vfd, under the banjo and tailstock. - ...
Dust and Sweep Woodshop Area
*Safety* - Turn on the woodshop dust collection.- Wear a dust mask. (If you do not have your own, disposable masks are available in the custodial room.)- Wear hearing protection. (The dust collection is loud.) *Task List* For each woodshop tool: - Use a s...
Verify tool tags (physical & digital)
*Compare Online and Physical Tool States*1. Open https://api.protohaven.org/techs 2. Make a note of tools in a yellow or red state.3. Visit each of the tools listed as red or yellow state and verify that there is a physical tag on the tool that matches that st...
Pedestal Grinder Maintenance (Weekly)
Service manual: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QgkvdwpKXrfAl8W_3rSlNlg2mLRIDCh6/view*Task List*1. Check the spacing between the tool rests and the grinding wheels. (The spacing should be less than 1/16 of an inch, never more than 1/8 Inch.)2. Adjust the tool...
Dust and Sweep Jewelry Area
*Task List* 1. Use a shop vac, dust brush, or water-dampened paper towel to remove dust from all visible surfaces. (Pay special attention to the central table and the L-shaped table with finishing tools.)2. Wipe down the interior of the flame cabinet with a w...
Dust and Sweep Forge Area
*Safety* - Wear a dust mask. - Wear safety glasses. *Task List* DO NOT dust the interior of the forges as improper cleaning may damage the refractory material. 1. Use a shop vac or dust brush to remove dust from all visible surfaces, paying special attenti...
Vertical Metal Bandsaw - Weekly
Service manual: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YgGuXN2GB-ZQffNzAmpv5Zo6hYNJFlxi/view?usp=drive_link*Task List*- With a thumb or cloth, check for grease on the shaft of the upper blade guide and no accumulated debris. Reapply with grease from the grease gun i...