# Class - Table Top Tool safety

We have various large tools in the shop and safety is our number one concern. we can replace metal but we cant replace a finger.  please read and watch safety videos for each piece of equipment.

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### The Thunder Laser

yes its as great as it sounds.&#x20;

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SAFETY VIDEO FOR ALL LASERS -> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vjt0QbwGeFA](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vjt0QbwGeFA)

what can a laser cut? -> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NtbIE6zagyY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NtbIE6zagyY)

parts and setup - > [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrLMS4Pqu6A](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrLMS4Pqu6A)

advanced cleaning --> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Og6O1TXLUBc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Og6O1TXLUBc)

your eyes VS the laser -> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzCdbpj-84E](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzCdbpj-84E)







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### CNC Table top Router

set it and forget it.



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Setup and Parts --> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFePQIMNwSo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFePQIMNwSo)

Some safety tips --> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdfh9OtLDyc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdfh9OtLDyc)

Basic Safety :&#x20;

* always wear safety glass while in operation
* tighten collets so that bits dont fall out
* always plug in the spindle coolant
* always VERY securely clamp  in materials to be cut
* run programs without any material to test speeds and feeds
* use coolant on the running bits to keep them from exploding and sending shrapnel into the air

Basic Usage

1. turn on water cooling pump
2. set control box to PC (this will give the computer control of the spindle
3. un-pop or reset the emergency stop button and press start on the spindle
4. turn on computer and load Mach3
5. in mach 3 load your cut TAP file (this is full of instructions to control the CNC)
6. Load your base material part (that is to be cut) and secure it FIRMLY by any means needed
7. ensure clamps and holding method are not covering any part of the Program to be ran!!
8. Zero your machine where you designated Zero while creating your TAP file
9. Turn on air
10. put on safety glasses
11. Press GO.&#x20;
12. STAY WITH MACHINE WHILE IT IS RUNNING&#x20;

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## Drill Press

pull a lever and presto it drills

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MUST WATCH basic safety -> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gby7a1hUAPg](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gby7a1hUAPg)

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## Band Saw

its not in a band, but it is heavy metal.

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Must watch safety video (bigger model)--> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8EgFT6WiPg](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8EgFT6WiPg)

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## Lathe

cuts and spins and will free you of your sins.&#x20;

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lathe safety -->[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0X1nZwOZH6M](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0X1nZwOZH6M)

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## Chop Saw

Will chop anything in its path.

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Safety video --> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92digbYvXbU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92digbYvXbU)

parts names and descriptions -->[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1ORiuSZa9Y](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1ORiuSZa9Y)

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## Belt Sander

You can sand you belt!

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safety and usage -> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nr0HnLKKJw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nr0HnLKKJw)

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## Bench Grinder

Can erase your mistakes and your fingers!

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usage and safety --> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMzEcHkwOzo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMzEcHkwOzo)

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## Test your knowledge

Do the class quiz here to become allowed near these machines unless other restrictions apply

[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefyuOv4MZSLeeXAaagg-izVzujFaMV8fnW7q-p\_mjJS9n06A/viewform?usp=dialog](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefyuOv4MZSLeeXAaagg-izVzujFaMV8fnW7q-p_mjJS9n06A/viewform?usp=dialog)

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