A new cutting disc is taken from the stores. When subjected to a ring test it fails. What is the most likely reason for this?
The wrong type of hammer was used.
A new grinding wheel is taken from the stores. It has a red line across the middle. What does it mean?
It has a maximum operating speed of 80 m/s.
It is part of the maker’s logo.
A new grinding wheel is taken from the stores. When subjected to a ring test it fails. Which of these is the most likely reason for this?
A new wheel machines are often used for grinding operations. Which of these may cause excessive heat to be created when grinding?
Pushing whell and work together too hard.
Abrasive wheel machines found onboard ship are sometimes fitted with a wire brush wheel. What is the problem with bristles coming off a brush wheel?
The bristles are sharp and can puncture skin.
The bristles are hot and can burn through boilersuits.
The job will take longer.
They make a lot of noise.
Can you see anything wrong with the abrasive wheel machine shown in the picture?
The guard is not original type.
The dressing tool is missing.
No, there is nothing wrong.
Complete the following statement with the option that best describes the action to be taken when you are finished using a pedestal grinder. When you have finished using a pedestal grinding machine you should:
Keep other people away until it has stopped.
Stop the wheel with your bare hands.
Stop the wheel with your gloved hands.
Complete the following statement with the option that best describes the likely result of banging a grinding wheel with the work piece. Banging the work piece against a grinding wheel may:
Cause the wheel to break.
Clear clogging in the wheel.
Complete the following statement with the option that best describes the reason for jamming of an abrasive wheel machine. On a fixed abrasive wheel machine jamming may occur because:
The gap between rest and wheel is too big.
The machine’s fixing bolts are loose.
The work piece is too big.
The work is pressed too hard against the wheel.
Complete the following statement with the option that best describes the reason why vibration on abrasive wheel equipment is considered to be dangerous. Excessive vibration on abrasive wheel equipment is considered to be very dangerous because:
It can lead to wheel breakage.
It makes it a bit more noisy.
It makes your arms ache after a while.
The bearings will have to be changed sometime.
Complete the following statement with the option that best describes the reason why you should not press too hard when using a brush wheel on an abrasive wheel machine. When using a brush wheel on an abrasive wheel machine you should not press to hard because:
You will wear the brush out quickly.
You will get a rough finish.
Complete the following statement with the option that best describes the reason why you should not press too hard with the work piece against a grinding wheel. When using a grinding wheel on a bench machine you should not press too hard because:
The extra heat may cause the wheel to break.
You are not paid enough to rush things.
During a pre-start check of a bench grinding machine you notice that the on/off switch is cracked and loose. Do you …:
Isolate the machine and post a “Do not use” notice.
Fix it with some electricians tape.
Go and get some rubber gloves.
Make a note to tell the engineers.
Fine dust made while using abrasive wheels is a problem because …:
It is not a problem as it does not hit you.
Grinding wheels are sometimes classified by the bonding method used in the manufacture of the wheels. Which class of grinding wheel is most easy to break?
How can you find out the RPM that a pedestal grinding machine is intended to run at?
Check the nameplate on the grinding machine.
Check any motor nameplate – RPMs are all the same.
Check what RPM is written on the spare wheel in the store.
How could the noise from grinding possibly lead to a crewmember being injured?
By drowning out a warning shout.
By causing the ship to vibrate until it cracks.
By causing vibration in their teeth and head.
How many wheels do we normally have on a bench grinder?
On a bench mounted abrasive wheel machine what should the maximum gap be between wheel and rest before it is adjusted?
On a grinding wheel label, which of the given options is the code letter for a wheel made mainly of Aluminium Oxide?
On a grinding wheel what does “MOS” stand for?
Select the option that correctly completes the following statement. A grinding wheel is said to be “true” when:
It is perfectly round and the rest gap is constant.
It sounds good during a ring test.
The label on the side is present.
Select the option which best defines the term “abrasion” when used in the context of abrasive wheels:
Scoring or wearing away by friction.
The Porosity or Structure of a grinding wheel is a measure of what?
The amount of space between the grains.
The hardness of the wheel.
The gap between the grinding wheel and the rest on a bench machine is 4 mm but cannot be made smaller as the rest has no more adjustment. What should you do?
Make the rest bracket slot longer.
Bend the rest bracket in a bit.
Carry on working and tell the engineers later.
The visor on a bench mounted grinding machine is cracked. Which of the actions given in the options is the correct one in such a situation?
Secure it out of the way and wear goggles instead.
Put tape over the crack to seal it.
Use the visor but keep the crack from blocking your view of the contact area.
Use the visor and wear safety glasses “just in case”.
When changing a brush wheel on a bench grinding machine to a grinding wheel you notice that the securing flanges are smaller than those on the grinding wheel at the other end and only cover 1/4 of the diameter of the grinding wheel. What should you do?
Stop until you find larger flanges.
Make the securing nut extra tight so the wheel does not slip.
Mention it to your boss at dinner.
When using abrasive wheel equipment which of these can be caused by water?
Lack of control of the work piece.
When using abrasive wheels what is it that gets hot?
The wheel and the work piece.
Which of the following options gives the right wheel bond and grain for grinding a mild steel pipe?
Organic bond + medium grain.
Organic bond + fine grain.
Inorganic bond + fine grain.
Inorganic bond + medium grain.
Which of the following options gives the right wheel bond and grain for removing burrs after flame cutting mild steel?
Organic bond + medium grain.
Organic bond + coarse grain.
Inorganic bond + fine grain.
Inorganic bond + medium grain.
Which of the following options gives the right wheel bond and grain for sharpening a knife?
Inorganic bond + fine grain.
Organic bond + medium grain.
Organic bond + fine grain.
Inorganic bond + coarse grain.
Which of the following options gives the right wheel bond and grain for sharpening drill bits?
Inorganic bond + fine grain.
Organic bond + medium grain.
Organic bond + fine grain.
Inorganic bond + coarse grain.
Which of the following options gives the right wheel hardness and porosity for grinding a mild steel pipe?
A medium hardness wheel with medium porosity.
A medium hardness wheel with open porosity.
A soft wheel with closed porosity.
A hard wheel with closed porosity.
Which of the following options gives the right wheel hardness and porosity for removing burrs after flame cutting mild steel?
Organic bond + medium grain.
Organic bond + coarse grain.
Inorganic bond + fine grain.
Inorganic bond + medium grain.
Which of the following options gives the right wheel hardness and porosity for sharpening a knife?
Inorganic bond + fine grain.
Inorganic bond + coarse grain.
Organic bond + fine grain.
Organic bond + medium grain.
Which of the following options gives the right wheel hardness and porosity for sharpening drill bits?
Inorganic bond + fine grain.
Inorganic bond + coarse grain.
Organic bond + fine grain.
Organic bond + medium grain.
Which of the following options gives the right wheel hardness and porosity for grinding a mild steel pipe?
A medium hardness wheel with medium porosity.
A medium hardness wheel with open porosity.
A soft wheel with closed porosity.
A hard wheel with closed porosity.
Which of the following options gives the right wheel hardness and porosity for removing burrs after flame cutting mild steel?
A medium hardness wheel with medium porosity.
A medium hardness wheel with open porosity.
A soft wheel with closed porosity.
A hard wheel with closed porosity.
Which of the following options gives the right wheel hardness and porosity for sharpening drill bits?
A soft wheel with closed porosity.
A medium hardness wheel with closed porosity.
A soft wheel with open porosity.
A hard wheel with medium porosity.
Which of the given options is the main reason to “dress” a grinding wheel?
To remove clogged abrasive from the wheel.
To make the wheel look better.
To add sharp grains to the wheel.
To allow the side of the wheel to be used.
Which of the given options is the most appropriate when starting up a pedestal grinding machine?
Press the work against the wheel so it speeds up slowly.
Put your ear near the wheel to listen for noises.
Look at the lights to see if they dim.
Which of these is the most brittle (easy to break)?
Which one of the given options is the main reason why you should not grind wooden broom handles on grinding wheels?
The wheel will get clogged.
A broom handle is too long.
The wood will be rough afterwards.
Which wheel properties are best for sharpening a knife?
A soft wheel with closed porosity.
A soft wheel with open porosity.
A medium wheel with closed porosity.
A hard wheel with medium porosity.
Why do abrasive cutting wheels normally contain some reinforcement?
Because they are thin and easily broken.
Because cutting is harder than just grinding.
Because of the special abrasive they use.
Because they spin faster.
Why is grinding wheel breaking up during a grinding operation considered bad?
The pieces are big and move fast enough to kill.
Grinding wheels are expensive.
The damaged edge can lead to jamming.
It will take an hour to fit a new wheel.
With regard to grinding very small work pieces, which of the given options is the recommended way to hold the work piece?
Clamped in locking pliers or a vice.
Held without using gloves.
Glued to a larger piece of scrap.
You go to use a bench machine and see that the electrical cable insulation has a few cuts in it so that you can see the blue wire. Which of the actions given in the options is the correct one in such a situation?
Mark it “Do not use” and report it to the electrician.
Wrap the cuts with electricians tape before using it.
Use the machine but keep away from the cut cable.
Use the machine and make a note to tell the electrician later.
You notice that the edge of a grinding wheel on a bench machine is quite rounded on the outer side. Which one of the given options is the best action to take?
Be careful to use only the inner part of the wheel where it is still flat.
Ignore it, you are only sharpening 1 scrapper.
Use the side of the wheel.
You see that the brush wheel on the abrasive wheel machine has a place where the bristles are bent lower than the rest. Which one of the given options is the best action to take?
Use the wheel but be extra careful.
Use the wheel, they will straighten out when spinning.
Cut the higher bristles so they are all the same height again.
Which of the given options is true? Select all three correct options. Using an abrasive wheel can: