The cutting unit
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Objective
The following activities for the chainsaw cutting unit will enable the learner to identify and explain the purpose or specific function of the many components of the chainsaw so they can maintain the chainsaw.
Activity
Take a close up photo of the chainsaw chain , label the following parts and briefly explain how they work.
Left cutter
Right cutter
Side strap
Drive tang
Rivet
Depth gauge
Activity
Draw a diagram of the chainsaw chain , label the following parts and briefly explain how they work.
Left cutter
Right cutter
Side strap
Drive tang
Rivet
Depth gauge
Activity
Take a photo of a chisel cutter and explain two characteristics of this type of cutter
Draw a chisel cutter and explain two characteristics of this type of cutter
Take a photo of a semi- chisel cutter and explain two characteristics of this type of cutter
Draw a semi chisel cutter and explain two characteristics of this type of cutter
Sub activity 3
Support materials
- List all the links to resources used in the activity
- List any other resources that may be useful (further readings, related units or other activities)