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Sharpen circular saws

Sharpen circular saws

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSAW3208
State Code
AXJ99
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
030715 - Precision Metalworking
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to assess circular saw blade condition, set up for sharpening and sharpen saw blades with a manually controlled grinder. Work is completed in a forest products factory setting.The unit applies to Sawdoctor, Saw Repairer, Sawyer.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for sharpening
  • 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Select appropriate repair, maintenance and personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
  • 1.3 Plan sharpening process in line with work order and site procedures.
2. Assess condition and set up sharpening equipment
  • 2.1 Follow organisational safety procedures thoughout all maintenance and repair processes.
  • 2.2 Assess cutting performance of blade and determine need to replace or sharpen.
  • 2.3 Assess prior repairs and condition of teeth, set, and straightness of blade.
  • 2.4 Select sharpening machine with suitable wheel diameter and thickness and change, profile or grind wheel in line with manufacturer’s instructions.
  • 2.5 Adjust machine settings to suit required tooth profile geometry, blade set or kerf, blade thickness and diameter to manufacturer's recommendations.
  • 2.6 Set up saw in grinder with appropriate attachments for tooth pitch.
3. Sharpen circular saw blade
  • 3.1 Grind teeth face and gullet to achieve required sharpness and surface finish.
  • 3.2 Maintain tooth profile to industry standards.
  • 3.3 Keep variations in tooth height within industry or manufacturer tolerances for concentricity.
  • 3.4 Control wheel and saw hand feeds to minimise wear, avoid burn marks and maintain smooth surface finish.
  • 3.5 Identify damaged and exhausted circular saw blades and dispose of these in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices.
  • 3.6 Identify routine processing and equipment faults and resolve or report to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6064 FPISAW3208B Sharpen circular saws Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBM24 FWPSAW3233 Sharpen circular saw blades Unit of competency