MODEL T1244 ROUTER TABLE EXTENSION WING OWNER'S MANUAL (For models manufactured since 10/17) COPYRIGHT © MARCH, 2018 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. #KB19357 PRINTED IN CHINA V1.03.
This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation, electrocution, or death. The owner of this machine/tool is solely responsible for its safe use.
Table of Contents INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................ 2 Manual Accuracy......................................................................................................................... 2 Machine Data Sheet.................................................................................................................... 2 Contact Info...............................................................
INTRODUCTION Manual Accuracy Contact Info We are proud to offer this document with your new machine! We've made every effort to be exact with the instructions, specifications, drawings, and photographs of the machine we used when writing this manual. However, sometimes we still make an occasional mistake. We stand behind our machines! If you have questions or need help, contact us with the information below.
Identification Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better understand the instructions in this manual. C FRONT D A B H I J K E L F M I N A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N.
SECTION 1: SAFETY For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction Manual Before Operating This Machine The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words intended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures.
WEARING PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear clothing, apparel or jewelry that can become entangled in moving parts. Always tie back or cover long hair. Wear non-slip footwear to reduce risk of slipping and losing control or accidentally contacting cutting tool or moving parts. HAZARDOUS DUST. Dust created by machinery operations may cause cancer, birth defects, or long-term respiratory damage. Be aware of dust hazards associated with each workpiece material.
Additional Safety for Router Tables Serious cuts, amputation, entanglement, or death can occur from contact with spinning bit. Improperly secured bits or spindle parts/fasteners can fly off and strike nearby operators or bystanders with great force. Flying dust or debris from cutting operation can cause eye injuries or blindness. To minimize risk of getting hurt or killed, anyone operating router MUST completely heed hazards and warnings below. AVOIDING AMPUTATION.
SECTION 2: SETUP This item presents serious injury hazards to untrained users. Read through this entire manual to become familiar with the controls and operations before using this item! Like all machinery there is potential danger when operating this machine. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this machine with respect and caution to reduce risk of operator injury.
Inventory C A The following is a list of items shipped with your machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items out and inventory them. B If any non-proprietary parts are missing (e.g. a nut or a washer), we will gladly replace them; or for the sake of expediency, replacements can be obtained at your local hardware store. Box 1 (Figure 1) Qty A. Dust Port 21⁄ 2".............................................. 1 B. Dust Port Adapter 21⁄ 2"–21⁄4"........................ 1 C.
Hardware Recognition Chart 5mm Model T1244 (Mfd.
Cleanup The unpainted surfaces of your machine are coated with a heavy-duty rust preventative that prevents corrosion during shipment and storage. This rust preventative works extremely well, but it will take a little time to clean. Be patient and do a thorough job cleaning your machine. The time you spend doing this now will give you a better appreciation for the proper care of your machine's unpainted surfaces.
Assembling Fence 3. The Model T1244 mounts on most table saws that have 27" deep tables. Assemble the fence first, then determine which side of the saw table you will use to mount the router table extension wing. The fence assembly is fully reversible. Slide one T-bolt into each upper T-slot on infeed and outfeed fences (see Figure 6). Outfeed Fence T-Bolts Infeed Fence To assemble fence: 1. Insert (4) M8-1.
7. If necessary, attach bi-directional scale to top of each fence half. Place start points as shown in Figure 9, with 15" mark at fence ends. Bi-Directional Scale Start Points Infeed Fence Outfeed Fence Figure 9. Fence bi-directional scales attached. 8. Insert (2) M8-1.25 x 25 hex bolts into slots on bottom of fence bracket, then attach 8mm flat washer and 8-lobe knob onto each bolt, as shown in Figure 10. Thread loosely.
3. Note: Adjust square washer orientation under hex bolt (see Figure 14) so that washer clears bottom of router table extension wing and sits flush on flange while aligning mounting holes with saw table. With assistant's help, remove right extension wing of saw table and use mounting holes shown in Figure 12 to attach router table extension wing. IMPORTANT: DO NOT re-use hex bolts used previously to attach right extension wing. They may be the wrong grade or too short. Use the supplied M10-1.
— If the outside edge of the router table tilts up, remove the extension wing and place strips of masking tape along the top edge of the saw table to shim the router table down and even with the saw table from side to side (see Figure 16). 8. If your saw fence rails cover ends of router table extension wing T-slot, modify each rail with a notch that exposes router table extension wing T-slot, as illustrated in Figure 18. Extension Wing Table T-Slot Tape Fence Rail Notch Figure 16.
Attaching Router to Extension Wing 11. To ensure that workpiece does not catch on mounting plate or table insert, inspect alignment with straightedge in star pattern shown in Figure 21, ensuring both ends of straightedge are over table. Adjust (4) set screws as necessary until top of mounting plate is flush with surface of router table extension wing. Table Surface Insert Set Screw Set Screw Set Screw Set Screw Mounting Plate Straightedge Figure 21.
4. Set router on mounting plate (see Figure 23) and align spindle with center of insert. Use marker to mark center curve of router base, router base plate, and mounting plate. 6. Center router base plate on mounting plate (see Figure 25), keeping marks made in Step 4 aligned. 7. Use router base plate as template to align with pilot holes on bottom-side surface of mounting plate, as shown in Figure 25. Note: Consider access to router controls before finalizing router location.
Dust Collection 10. Align holes in mounting plate with threaded holes in router base, and use fasteners removed in Step 5 to secure router to mounting plate, as shown in Figure 27. Note: If original fasteners are not long enough to properly secure router to mounting plate, use longer fasteners purchased from your local hardware store. Mounting Fasteners This machine creates a lot of wood chips/ dust during operation. Breathing airborne dust on a regular basis can result in permanent respiratory illness.
SECTION 3: OPERATIONS Operation Overview To reduce your risk of serious injury, read this entire manual BEFORE using machine. Eye injuries, respiratory problems, or hearing loss can occur while operating this tool. Wear personal protective equipment to reduce your risk from these hazards.
7. Holds workpiece firmly and flatly against the table and fence, then pushes the workpiece into the bit at a steady and controlled rate until the workpiece moves completely beyond the router bit. IMPORTANT: The operator is very careful to keep the workpiece firmly against the table and fence and hands away from the rotating router bit during the entire cut. 8. Stops the router. Workpiece Inspection Some workpieces are not safe to cut or may require modification before they are safe to cut.
Adjusting Fences Table Inserts The fence assembly on the Model T1244 has an infeed fence and an outfeed fence. Each fence can be moved toward or away from bit up to 2". The entire fence assembly can be moved forward and backward up to 41⁄4". Three table inserts (solid, 32 ID, and 37 ID) are included with the Model T1244 (see Figure 32). IMPORTANT: Fences should be adjusted as close to the bit as possible without touching in order to minimize risk of injury and produce best results.
Squaring Fence & Table When using a miter gauge, the fence assembly must be parallel to the table T-slot for safe and accurate cutting results. Use a fine ruler to make the distance equal between the fence assembly and the T-slot along the full length of the table (see Figure 34). Kickback injury may occur if fence is not parallel with T-slot. When using a miter gauge with this router table, ALWAYS make sure fence assembly is parallel with table T-slot BEFORE beginning routing operations.
5. Insert and secure shims (not included) between outfeed fence board and fence bracket that equal in thickness the amount of material you want to remove from workpiece face (see Figure 35). Shim Top View Outfeed Fence Board Straight Router Bit Infeed Fence Board Figure 35. Fence setup for edge jointing (guard removed for clarity). 6. Place straightedge against outfeed fence board, then adjust fence assembly so straightedge is just against bit flute, as illustrated in Figure 36.
6. Lock fence assembly and bit guard in place, tighten all knobs, connect router to power, then perform cut. Routing Small Stock Feeding small stock past the router bit is always dangerous. If you must route small stock, use a zero-clearance fence. This will provide greater protection for the operator, better workpiece support, and reduced tear out on narrow or fragile stock. Items Needed Qty Wood Board 24" x 6" x 1"................................... 1 Drill Bit 3 ⁄ 8"....................................
To reduce the likelihood of kickback when freehand routing, use a starting pin or block (see Figures 41–42). This will allow you to anchor and slowly pivot the workpiece into the cutter as the cut is started, making the operation more stable and safe. To free-hand route: 1. DISCONNECT ROUTER FROM POWER! 2. Fabricate a jig to use with workpiece that will match desired finished shape, then attach it to workpiece (see Figure 42 for an example).
SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE To reduce risk of shock or accidental startup, always disconnect machine from power before adjustments, maintenance, or service. Schedule For optimum performance from this accessory, this maintenance schedule must be strictly followed. Cleaning & Protecting Frequently blow-off sawdust with compressed air, then wipe away the remaining dust with a clean shop rag. This is especially important for the internal working parts of the fence assembly and the router.
SECTION 5: PARTS Main Please Note: We do our best to stock replacement parts whenever possible, but we cannot guarantee that all parts shown here are available for purchase. Call (800) 523-4777 or visit our online parts store at www.grizzly.com to check for availability.
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