CPS Equipment & Tool Maintenance

Question 1

How frequently should clipper blades be oiled during continuous use?

Accepted Answer

Every 10–15 minutes of continuous use

Answer

Every 2 hours

Answer

Once per grooming day

Answer

Only when the blade feels hot to the touch

Question 2

Which clipper blade number leaves the SHORTEST coat length?

Accepted Answer

#30

Answer

#3

Answer

#7

Answer

#10

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of blade wash (blade coolant) used during grooming?

Accepted Answer

To cool and flush debris from clipper blades

Answer

To sharpen dull blade edges

Answer

To sanitize blades between pets

Answer

To lubricate the clipper motor housing

Question 4

What is the BEST way to store grooming scissors to preserve their cutting edge?

Accepted Answer

In individual sheaths or a fabric scissor roll

Answer

Loose in a shared drawer with other tools

Answer

Submerged in a disinfectant solution

Answer

Hung open on a wall hook

Question 5

What does 'blade tension' refer to on a pair of grooming scissors?

Accepted Answer

The tightness of the pivot screw controlling blade movement

Answer

The flexibility of the blade under lateral pressure

Answer

The angle ground onto the cutting edge

Answer

The overall length of the scissor blade

Question 6

Which symptom MOST clearly indicates that clipper blades need to be sharpened?

Accepted Answer

The blades pull, snag, or skip through the coat

Answer

The clipper produces a louder operating sound

Answer

The clipper motor runs faster than normal

Answer

The blade surface appears darker in color

Question 7

What is the correct procedure for maintaining clipper blades after each grooming session?

Accepted Answer

Brush out hair and debris, then apply a drop of blade oil

Answer

Soak the blades in water overnight to loosen debris

Answer

Wipe with a dry cloth only to avoid moisture damage

Answer

Place blades in an autoclave for sterilization