FWPCOT3277 — Sharpen cutters in head using a profile knife grinder

1 Prepare for work

• 1.1Review work order to determine job requirements, including cutter profile type, dimensions and tooling information, and, where required, seek clarification from appropriate personnel
• 1.2Review workplace health and safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, equipment lock-out and safe manual handling techniques
• 1.3Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with sharpening cutters in head using a profile knife grinder
• 1.4Identify workplace environmental protection procedures for minimising and disposing of waste material, cleaning tools and equipment, and maximising energy efficiency
• 1.5Consult with appropriate personnel to ensure that work is coordinated effectively with others in the workplace
• 1.6Obtain tools, equipment and testing devices needed for the work, and check for correct operation and safety
• 1.7Select template for profile knife grinder according to cutter profile requirements

2 Clean and check cutter head before sharpening

• 2.1Clean cutter head according to workplace procedures
• 2.2Check cutters and cutter head for faults and take remedial action according to workplace procedures
• 2.3Check, adjust and position cutters and cutter head according to manufacturer specifications

3 Prepare grinder

• 3.1Clean grinder and work area according to workplace procedures
• 3.2Select grinding wheel and grinding speed according to workplace procedures
• 3.3Check grinding wheel for faults and take remedial action according to workplace procedures
• 3.4Shape and dress grinding wheel according to manufacturer and workplace procedures
• 3.5Fit grinding wheel on its supporting arbor and check grinder operation according to manufacturer and workplace procedures
• 3.6Set grinding angle and automatic feed according to manufacturer and workplace procedures
• 3.7Check size and shape of the stylus for suitability for the cutter profile

4 Mount and adjust cutter head and template

• 4.1Lock cutter head to arbor according to manufacturer specifications
• 4.2Set dividing head and tool rest according to manufacturer specifications
• 4.3Mount template and adjust to cutters according to manufacturer specifications
• 4.4Adjust clearance between grinding wheel and cutters according to manufacturer specifications
• 4.5Check and top up coolant level according to manufacturer specifications

5 Sharpen cutters in head

• 5.1Check operation of grinder for problems after the first pass
• 5.2Maintain coolant flow rate and cleanliness during wet grinding to prevent the cutter from burning
• 5.3Grind cutters until the specified edge and clearance angles are obtained across all cutters
• 5.4Grind cutters to conform to the template
• 5.5Sharpen cutter edges to specified angle, within permitted tolerances for concentricity and weight, and check that cutter is free from defects
• 5.6Hone cutters and remove burrs according to workplace procedures
• 5.7Clean grinder after sharpening according to workplace procedures

6 Store cutter head

• 6.1Drain cutter head, if applicable
• 6.2Store cutter head according to workplace procedures
• 6.3Record and report work outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel

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To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for FWPCOT3277 needs to address all 60 unit components: 6 elements with 32 performance criteria, 7 performance evidence requirements, 17 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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