Week 1 Points to Ponder

​8 oz. are for light materials (plywood and nails ranging from 1" to 2 1/2 ")

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16 oz. are for heavy materials (plank, board and nails ranging from 3" above)​

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Hammer head should be perpendicular ​with nail head.

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Hammer not more than ​6" above head.

Caution: Do not use to pull out Big hard nails. ​​

​Cross Cut Saw

- for cutting across the grain.

- TPI 7 below​

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Rip Saw

- for cutting along the grain.​

- TPI 8 above

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Saw Teeth Setting: (Lingig)

- 50% of total height of teeth​ (if the teeth height is 3mm setting should be 1.5mm max)

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Pro Tips:

- Use 90% of the teeth saw when using​.

- proper body positioning​

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- use to measure and mark 45 and 90 degree angles.

- useful in marking wood joints cutting angles.

Squares

- use to check / measure the squareness in Cabinet making, Door & Window Jambs, Layouting.

Framing Square

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- Keep your Tools away from direct sunlight and moisture to prolong its life.

- Clean after use and store in proper storage area.

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​Pro Tips:

• SAFETY FIRST​

- Always ​wear protective gears / PPEs when working with tools.​

- Wear safety harness when working at heights more than 6 feet or 2 meters​.

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