Module 6:
Maintain Tools
and Equipment
1st Grading: Electrical Maintenance
And Installation
In doing electrical work, it is significant
to check regularly the condition of
electrical tools before using it.
Electrical tools and equipment that are
in good condition make the work easier
while defective ones can cause damage
or accident to the surface being worked
on and as well as to the lives of the
electrician.
Table of contents
Functional tools and
equipment are those that
are in good condition and
can perform its regular
functions.
Non-functional tools and equipment are
those that are not able to perform
their regular function because of
impaired and damage part. Examples of
these are hammer with a broken handle,
screwdriver with broken handle, long
nose pliers with damaged jaw and
electrical equipment with damage.
Tools and equipment that are in good
condition and damaged or defective
must be properly labelled. This
would help us to easily identify the
tools and
equipment that can be still used,
repaired or disposed.
Method of identifying non-functional tools
and equipment
1. Image inspection. It refers to the
image observation of the specialist
on the appearance of the tools and
equipment.
Method of identifying non-functional tools
and equipment
2. Functionality. Vibration or extra
noise from the operation means
problems on parts and accessories
started to develop.
Method of identifying non-functional tools
and equipment
3. Performance. When there is something
wrong with the performance of either hand
tools or equipment, they need an
immediate repair or maintenance.
Method of identifying non-functional
tools and equipment
4. Power supply (for electrically
operated only). Failure to meet
the required power supply,
malfunction will occur in the part
of hand tools or equipment.
Method of identifying non-functional
tools and equipment
5. Person involved. It refers to
the technical person who has
the knowledge
and skills about the technology.
Procedure in Segregating and Labeling of
Non-functional Tools and Equipment
1. Conduct inventory of tools and
equipment.
2. Record the non-functional tools and
equipment.
3. Segregate tools that are serviceable and
unserviceable.
Procedure in Segregating and Labeling of
Non-functional Tools and Equipment
4. Report the number of tools and
equipment that are non-functional but
subject for repair.
5. Label tools and equipment which are
condemnable.
Procedure in Segregating and Labeling of
Non-functional Tools and Equipment
6. Return tools and equipment in
the tool cabinet as per operating
procedures.
Lubrication is the control of friction
and wear by the introduction of a
friction reducing film between
moving surfaces in contact. The
lubricant used can be
a fluid, solid, or plastic substance.
A lubricant is a substance
introduced to lessen friction between
moving surfaces. It may also
transport external particles. The
property of reducing
friction is known as lubricity.
The primary functions of a lubricant are to:
reduce friction, prevent wear, protect the
equipment from corrosion, and control
temperature (dissipate heat), control
contamination (carry contaminants to a filter
or sump), transmit
power (hydraulics), and provide a fluid seal.
Types and Uses of Lubricants
1. Anti-rust lubricant spray
- loosen rusted part cleans and protect
- drives out moisture
- stops squeaks o free sticky mechanisms.
Types and Uses of Lubricants
2. Wire Pulling Lubricant
- does not damage insulation o cling to
wire and dries to a slippery film.
- suitable for use with wire or cable
covered with rubber (t, thw, thhn, etc.).
Types and Uses of Lubricants
3. All Purpose Anti Rust Lubricant
- anti-rust
- lubricating
- rust removal
- decontamination
- conductance
Types and Uses of Lubricants
4. Lubricant Oil and Engine Oil
- lubricating the gear
- cleans and protect
- drives out moisture
Types and Uses of Lubricants
5. Silicon Lubricant
- heat stable
- lubricates
- protects
- reduces friction
- water repellent
Maintaining and
Storing Tools &
Equipment
Good Quality tools can be a big investment,
but if you take good care of them, they will last
longer and return the favor. Making sure your
tools are properly stored, cleaned, and well
maintained will save you time and money as
well as making your projects and jobs much
easier.
When it comes to storing your tools
you have to work with the space that
you have. Maybe you hang them on a
pegboard or store them in toolboxes,
bags, or chest, or maybe you keep
them in drawers.
ENRICHMENT
III. Write the word TRUE if the following statements
are correct and FALSE if it is in
correct. Write your answer on your answer sheet.
Thanks!
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