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PROPER USE PROPER USE OF PROPER USE OF

01 OF TOOLS 02 HAND TOOLS 03 CLEANING
MATERIALS
Wrist strap, and Screws, flat head Computer cases
anti-static mat. screwdriver, and monitors, lcd
phillips head screens, crt
screwdriver, etc. screens, etc.

MATERIALS, TOOLS, SELF - ACTIVITY

04 AND EQUIPMENTS..
05 CHECK 06 SHEET
LAN Card, server, You can describe You can describe
hub/port, modem, the topic of the the topic of the
etc. section here section here
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 01
P ER US E
PRO
OF TO OL S
 THE PROPER USE OF TOOLS
The purpose of an anti-static wrist strap is to equalize the electrical charge between
you and the equipment.

The anti-static wrist strap is conductor that connects your body to the equipment
that you are working on. The wrist strap has two parts and easy to wear.

1. Wrap the strap around your wrist and secure it using the snap or Velcro. The
metal on the back of the wrist strap must remain in contact with your skin at all
times.
2. Snap the connector at the end of the wire to the wrist strap, and connect the
other end either to the equipment or to the same grounding point that the
antistatic mat is connected to. The metal skeleton of the case is a good place to
connect the wire. When connecting the wire to an equipment that you are working
on, choose an unpainted metal surface.
 THE PROPER USE OF TOOLS

An anti-static mat, also known as an ESD mat, is a covering that

prevents the build-up of static electricity.

1. Lay the mat on the workspace next to or under the computer case.
2. Clip the mat to the case to provide a grounded surface on which
you can place parts as you remove them from the system.
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PER US E
PRO
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OF
PROPER USE OF HANDTOOLS
SCREWS
Match each screws with the proper screwdriver.

TIGTHEN
Turn the screwdriver clockwise to tighten.

LOOSEN
Turn the screwdriver counterclockwise to
loosen.
 WHAT SETS US APART?

FLAT HEAD PHILLIPS HEX

tighten or loosen screws with to tighten or loosen screws
to tighten or loosen screws
a straight, linear notch in or bolts with a hexagonal
with a cross-shaped head.
their heads. socket in their head.
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PE R US E O F
PRO LS
N G M ATE RIA
CLE ANI
PROPER USE
OF CLEANING
MATERIALS

Keeping computers clean in and out is a

vital part of a maintenance program.
 PROPER USE OF CLEANING
MATERIALS
LCD Screens COMPUTER CASES CRT Screens
AND MONITORS
Use only cleaners Use a damp, lint-free Dampen a lint-free cloth
specifically designed for cloth with a mild dish with distilled water and
LCD screens. Be gentle soap solution (1 drop in 4 wipe the screen. Dry with
and avoid pressure. oz water). Ensure no a separate cloth.
water drips inside and
allow to dry before
powering on.

Keyboard Mouse
Use compressed air or a Use glass cleaner and a soft
small hand-held vacuum cloth (not sprayed directly).
with a brush attachment For ball mice, remove and
(never a standard vacuum clean the ball separately.
inside the computer case). Clean rollers inside with the
same cloth.
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 MATERIALS, TOOLS, EQUIPMENTS..

MATERIALS TOOLS
UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair): A type of cable used in Flat Screwdriver: A tool for turning flat-head screws.
networking.
Long Nose Pliers: A tool for gripping, bending, and
RAM (Random Access Memory): A type of computer manipulating small objects.
memory. While it is a component, in this context it's best
categorized as a material that goes into building a Soldering Iron: A tool for melting solder to join metal
computer system. components.

BIOS (Basic Input/Output System): This is firmware, Desoldering Tool: A tool for removing solder to separate
software embedded on a chip. It's not a material in the components.
same way as the others.
Philips Screwdriver: A tool for turning cross-head screws.

LAN Tester: A tool for testing network cable connections.

 MATERIALS, TOOLS, EQUIPMENTS..

EQUIPMENTS ACCESSORIES
LAN Card: A piece of hardware installed in a computer for USB: A standard for connecting peripherals to computers.
network connectivity. While the port is equipment, the USB itself (like a flash
Server: A dedicated computer providing services to other drive or cable) acts as an accessory.
computers on a network. Flash Drive: A portable storage device that connects via
Hub/Port: While "hub" refers to network hardware, "port" is a USB.
connection point. In this context, it's referring to network
ports on devices, so it functions as equipment.
Modem: A device that modulates and demodulates signals
for data transmission, often used for internet access.
Scanner: An input device that captures images or text from
physical documents.
Printer: An output device that produces hard copies of digital
information.
Video Camera: A device for recording video.
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SELF - CHECK
ANSWER ONLY
1. Which tool is used for hardware to stand on to prevent static electricity
from building up?
a. Anti-static mat
c. Philips head screwdriver
b. Hex driver
d. Wire cutter

2. Which tool is used to loosen or tighten cross-head screws?

a. Anti-static mat
c. Philips head screwdriver
b. Hex driver
d. Wire cutter

3. Which tool is sometimes called a nut driver? It is used to tighten nuts in the
same way that a screwdriver tightens screws?
a. Anti-static mat
c. Philips head screwdriver
b. Hex driver
d. Wire cutter
4. Which tool is used to strip and cut wires?
a. Anti-static mat
c. Philips head screwdriver
b. Hex driver
d. Wire cutter

5. Which tool is used to retrieve parts from location that are too small for your
hand to fit?
a. Part Retriever
c. Cable ties
b. Lint-free Cloth
d. Flat head screwdriver

6. Which tool is used to clean different computer components without

scratching or leaving debris?
a. Part Retriever
b. Lint-free Cloth
c. Cable ties
d. Flat head screwdriver
7. Which tool is used to bundle cables neatly inside and outside of a
computer?
a. Part Retriever
b. Lint-free Cloth
c. Cable ties
d. Flat head screwdriver

8. Which tool is used to loosen or tighten slotted screws?

a. Part Retriever
c. Cable ties
b. Lint-free Cloth
d. Flat head screwdriver

9. Which tool is used to loosen or tighten screws that have a star-like

depression on the top, a feature that is mainly found on laptop?
a. Anti-static mat
c. Philips head screwdriver
b. Torx screwdriver
d. Wire cutter
10. Which tool is used to blow away dust and debris from different computer
parts without touching the components?
a. Anti-static mat
c. Compressed air
b. Hex driver
d. Wire cutter
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ACTIVITY
COPY AND ANSWER
1. The purpose of an anti-static wrist strap is to _____ between you and the equipment.
the electrical charge
2. Turn the screwdriver _____ to tighten the screw
3. Turn the screwdriver _____ to loosen the screw.
4. Use a _____ head screwdriver with crosshead screws.
5. On electrical components, an excessive buildup of dust will act like an _____ and trap
the heat.
6. When compressed air is used to clean inside the computer, the air should be blown
around the components with a minimum distance of _____ inches from the nozzle.
7. Pencils should not be used inside the computer to change the setting of switches or
to pry off jumpers because the tip contains _____ which can act as a conductor and may
damage the computer components.
8. To clean the screens of CRT monitors, dampen a soft, clean, lint-free cloth with _____
water and wipe the screen from top to bottom.
9. Clean the contacts on components with _____ alcohol.
10. Use a _____ to loosen and tighten bolts that have a hexagonal (six-sided) head.
THANKS!