Preventive Maintenance Procedures Flashcards
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Which factor most directly determines the frequency of preventive maintenance for CTE shop equipment?
Answer: Manufacturer recommendations combined with actual hours of use
Manufacturer maintenance schedules combined with actual usage hours provide the most accurate basis for maintenance frequency.
A CTE woodworking teacher wants to ensure table saw blades remain in optimal condition. Which practice best achieves this?
Answer: Regularly cleaning resin buildup and inspecting for missing or damaged teeth
Cleaning resin buildup and inspecting blade teeth maintains cutting efficiency and prevents dangerous blade failure.
When documenting preventive maintenance in a CTE program, which information is LEAST important to record?
Answer: The original purchase price of the equipment
Purchase price is a financial record, not a maintenance record, and is not relevant to tracking equipment service history.
A CTE HVAC instructor is teaching students about filter maintenance in air handling units. What is the correct rationale for regular filter replacement?
Answer: To prevent restricted airflow that overworks the blower motor and reduces air quality
Clogged filters restrict airflow, causing the blower motor to work harder, reducing efficiency, and degrading indoor air quality.
In a CTE manufacturing lab, a student reports that a lathe makes a grinding noise when starting. What should the teacher do first?
Answer: Immediately shut down the lathe and tag it out of service for inspection
Grinding noises indicate potential bearing or gear failure; the equipment must be taken out of service for inspection before use continues.
Which type of preventive maintenance task is considered a 'Level 1' or operator-level task in most CTE shop settings?
Answer: Cleaning, lubricating, and visually inspecting equipment before use
Operator-level maintenance includes cleaning, basic lubrication, and visual inspection — tasks that can be performed by trained users.
A CTE teacher is building a preventive maintenance program from scratch. What should be the FIRST step?
Answer: Create an equipment inventory with manufacturer maintenance specifications
An accurate equipment inventory paired with manufacturer specs forms the foundation of any effective preventive maintenance program.