Grizzly T31636 User guide

MODEL T31636

BENCHTOP ROUTER TABLE

OWNER'S MANUAL

(For models manufactured since 02/20)

COPYRIGHT © MARCH, 2020 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.

WARNING : NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE

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#CS20915 PRINTED IN TAIWA N

V1.0 3.20

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.
This responsibility includes but is not limited to proper installation in
a safe environment, personnel training and usage authorization,
proper inspection and maintenance, manual availability and compre­hension, application of safety devices, cutting/sanding/grinding tool
integrity, and the usage of personal protective equipment.

The manufacturer will not be held liable for injury or property damage
from negligence, improper training, machine modifications or misuse.

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints.

• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you
do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
Work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equip­ment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION ............................................... 2

Contact Info.................................................... 2

Manual Accuracy
Identification
Controls & Components
Machine Data Sheet

SECTION 1: SAFETY

Safety Instructions for Machinery
Additional Safety for Router Tables

SECTION 2: SETUP

Unpacking
Needed for Setup
Inventory
Hardware Recognition Chart
Site Considerations
Assembly
Installing Router
Dust Collection

SECTION 3: OPERATIONS

Operation Overview
Stock Inspection Requirements

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Table T-Slot

Aligning Fence & Table................................ 21

Using Table Insert
Adjusting Fence
Adjusting Router Bit Guard
Edge Jointing
Profile Routing
Routing Small Stock
Free-Hand Routing

SECTION 4: ACCESSORIES

SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE

Schedule
Cleaning & Protecting

SECTION 6: SERVICE

Troubleshooting
Adjusting Mounting Plate

SECTION 7: PARTS

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Main
Labels & Cosmetics

WARRANTY & RETURNS

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IMPORTANT NOTICE!

Modification Required for Mounting Your Router

The universal mounting plate that is included with the Model T31636 does not have pre-drilled mounting
holes to hold your router. This is because different brands of routers have different base mounting hole
configurations.

To properly use this router table, you will have to drill holes in the mounting plate that match the base
mounting hole configuration of your router. This procedure will require a drill, the correct size drill bits,
and possibly additional fasteners for mounting the router.

Before beginning any modification to the mounting plate, read the entire SETUP section in this manual to
make sure the person making the modification is capable of performing the required tasks, and to make
sure that your router is firmly secured to the router mounting plate.

We stand behind our machines! If you have ques­tions or need help, contact us with the information
below. Before contacting, make sure you get the

serial number

machine ID label. This will help us help you faster.

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slightly different than shown in the manual

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INTRODUCTION

Contact Info

and manufacture date from the

Grizzly Technical Support

1815 W. Battlefield
Springfield, MO 65807
Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Grizzly Documentation Manager

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Manual Accuracy

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Manufacture Date and Serial Number

Manufacture Date

Serial Number

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Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

Identification

Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better understand
the instructions in this manual.

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D

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A. T-Slot 3⁄4"
B. Table
C. Outfeed Fence
D. Router Bit Guard
E. Starting Pin
F. Infeed Fence
G. Fence Base

H. Fence Lock (1 of 6)
I. Dust Port 11⁄2 "
J. Dust Chute 21⁄2 "
K. Table Insert
L. Mounting Plate
M. Adjustable Foot (1 of 4)

For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Router Table

a) Wear eye protection.
b) Always keep router bit guard in place and in proper operating condition.

) Feed workpiece AGAINST rotation of router bit.

c

) Keep fingers away from revolving bit–use fixtures when necessary.

d

) Do not use awkward hand positions.

e

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Controls &

To reduce your risk of
serious injury, read this
entire manual BEFORE

Components

using machine.

Refer to the following figures and descriptions to
become familiar with the basic controls and com­ponents of this machine. Understanding these
items and how they work will help you understand
the rest of the manual and minimize your risk of
injury when operating this machine.

B

D

Figure 2. Router table controls (rear).

D. Fence Locks (2 of 4). Tighten and loos-

en infeed/outfeed fences for side-to-side
adjustment.

E. Dust Port. 1

dust-collection system. Dust chute adapter
allows for 2

1

1

⁄2 " dust hose.

E

F

⁄2 " dust port connects to user's

C

A

Figure 1. Router table controls (front).

A. T-Slot. Provides secure attachment point

for router table accessories, such as miter
gauge, jigs, featherboards, etc.

B. Fence. Provides workpiece support during

router operations. T-slots allow attachment of
hold-downs, featherboards, etc.

C. Router Bit Guard. Provides workpiece vis-

ibility while shielding user during operations.

F. Fence Locks (1 of 2). Tighten and loosen

fence assembly for front-to-rear adjustment.

G

I

H

Figure 3. Mounting plate components.

G. Mounting Plate. Attaches router to table.

H. Table Insert. Provides additional workpiece

control and safety near bit during operations.

I. Starting Pin. Supports workpiece during

beginning of freehand cuts.

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Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

Machine Data Sheet

Customer Service #: [phone] · To Order Call: [phone] · Fax #: [phone]

MODEL T31636

BENCHTOP ROUTER TABLE

Product Dimensions:

Weight ............................................................................................................................................................................. 29 lbs.

Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height .................................................................................27 x 16 x 21-1/2 in.

Footprint (Length/Width) ......................................................................................................................................22 x 14-1/2 in.

Shipping Dimensions:

Type ................................................................................................................................................................... Cardboard Box

Weight .............................................................................................................................................................................. 32 lbs.

Length x Width x Height ....................................................................................................................................... 27 x 22 x 3 in.

Main Specifications:

Suitable Routers for Mounting .....................................................................................................................................Universal

Floor to Table Height ...................................................................................................................................................16-1/2 in.

Table Size (Length x Depth x Thickness) ................................................................................................23-3/4 x 15-3/4

Number of Table T-Slots ...........................................................................................................................................................1

Table T-Slot Size ..............................................................................................................................................................3/4 in.

Plate Size ............................................................................................................................................... 9-1/4 x 11-3/4 x 3/8 in.

Plate Opening Size ........................................................................................................................................................3-3/4 in.

Plate Insert Size .............................................................................................................................................................3-3/4 in.

Plate Insert Opening Size ..............................................................................................................................................1-1/4 in.

Fence Size (Height x Length x Thickness) ............................................................................................ 2-3/4 x 27-1/2 x 3/4 in.

Fence Board Size (Height x Length x Thickness) ................................................................................. 2-3/4 x 11-3/4 x 3/4 in.

Fence T-Slot Size .............................................................................................................................................................3/8 in.

Dust Port Size ...............................................................................................................................................................1-1/2 in.

Dust Chute Size ............................................................................................................................................................2-1/2 in.

x 1 in.

Construction:

Table ................................................................................................................................................................. Laminated MDF

Stand ...................................................................................................................................................................................Steel

Fence Assembly ............................................................................................................................... Extruded Aluminum, Steel

Router Guard .............................................................................................................................................Clear Polycarbonate

T-Slots ......................................................................................................................................................... Extruded Aluminum

Other Specifications:

Country of Origin ............................................................................................................................................................. Taiwan

Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1 Year

Approximate Assembly & Setup Time ......................................................................................................................30 Minutes

ISO 9000 Factory ..................................................................................................................................................................Yes

Features:

Clear Polycarbonate Router Guard
Hand-Adjustable Fence Base, Fence Boards, & Feet
Shop Vacuum Compatible 1-1/2" Dust Port & 2-1/2" Adapter

Accessories:

Table Insert w/1-1/4" Diameter Bit Hole
Table Insert Wrench
Starting Pin
Hex Wrench 3mm

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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. Always use common sense and good judgment.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
COULD result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
MAY result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.

Alerts the user to useful information about proper operation of the

NOTICE

machine to avoid machine damage.

Safety Instructions for Machinery

OWNER’S MANUAL. Read and understand this

owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.

TRAINED OPERATORS ONLY. Untrained oper­ators have a higher risk of being hurt or killed.
Only allow trained/supervised people to use this
machine. When machine is not being used, dis­connect power, remove switch keys, or lock-out
machine to prevent unauthorized use—especially
around children. Make your workshop kid proof!

DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use
machinery in areas that are wet, cluttered, or have
poor lighting. Operating machinery in these areas
greatly increases the risk of accidents and injury.

MENTAL ALERTNESS REQUIRED. Full mental
alertness is required for safe operation of machin­ery. Never operate under the influence of drugs or
alcohol, when tired, or when distracted.

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS.
You can be shocked, burned, or killed by touching
live electrical components or improperly grounded
machinery. To reduce this risk, only allow qualified
service personnel to do electrical installation or
repair work, and always disconnect power before
accessing or exposing electrical equipment.

DISCONNECT POWER FIRST.
nect machine from power supply BEFORE mak­ing adjustments, changing tooling, or servicing
machine. This prevents an injury risk from unin­tended startup or contact with live electrical com­ponents.

EYE PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI-approved
safety glasses or a face shield when operating or
observing machinery to reduce the risk of eye
injury or blindness from flying particles. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT approved safety glasses.

Always discon-

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Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

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. Always wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to
reduce your risk.

HEARING PROTECTION. Always wear hear­ing protection when operating or observing loud
machinery. Extended exposure to this noise
without hearing protection can cause permanent
hearing loss.

REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS. Tools left on
machinery can become dangerous projectiles
upon startup. Never leave chuck keys, wrenches,
or any other tools on machine. Always verify
removal before starting!

USE CORRECT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Only use
this tool for its intended purpose—do not force
it or an attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed. Never make unapproved modifica­tions—modifying tool or using it differently than
intended may result in malfunction or mechanical
failure that can lead to personal injury or death!

AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times when operating machine.
Do not overreach! Avoid awkward hand positions
that make workpiece control difficult or increase
the risk of accidental injury.

CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. Keep children and
bystanders at a safe distance from the work area.
Stop using machine if they become a distraction.

GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers reduce
accidental contact with moving parts or flying
debris. Make sure they are properly installed,
undamaged, and working correctly BEFORE
operating machine.

FORCING MACHINERY. Do not force machine.
It will do the job safer and better at the rate for
which it was designed.

NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. Serious injury
may occur if machine is tipped or if the cutting
tool is unintentionally contacted.

STABLE MACHINE. Unexpected movement dur­ing operation greatly increases risk of injury or
loss of control. Before starting, verify machine is
stable and mobile base (if used) is locked.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult
this owner’s manual or the manufacturer for rec­ommended accessories. Using improper acces­sories will increase the risk of serious injury.

UNATTENDED OPERATION. To reduce the
risk of accidental injury, turn machine OFF and
ensure all moving parts completely stop before
walking away. Never leave machine running
while unattended.

MAINTAIN WITH CARE. Follow all maintenance
instructions and lubrication schedules to keep
machine in good working condition. A machine
that is improperly maintained could malfunction,
leading to serious personal injury or death.

DAMAGED PARTS. Regularly inspect machine
for damaged, loose, or mis-adjusted parts—or
any condition that could affect safe operation.
Immediately repair/replace BEFORE operating
machine. For your own safety, DO NOT operate
machine with damaged parts!

MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. When disconnect­ing cord-connected machines from power, grab
and pull the plug—NOT the cord. Pulling the cord
may damage the wires inside. Do not handle
cord/plug with wet hands. Avoid cord damage by
keeping it away from heated surfaces, high traffic
areas, harsh chemicals, and wet/damp locations.

EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time
you experience difficulties performing the intend­ed operation, stop using the machine! Contact our
Technical Support at [phone].

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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. To avoid making con-

tact with spinning router bit, never place hands
directly over or in front of bit. As one hand
approaches bit, move it away and over to other
side. Always keep hands at least 6" away from
spinning bit.

SECURING LEVERS AND KNOBS. Never oper­ate router table without first making sure all lock
levers and knobs are tight, and all fence hardware
and guide rails are secure. Otherwise, workpiece
can slip out of alignment while cutting and cause
injury from kickback.

DO NOT FORCE WORKPIECE. Never force
materials past router. Let router bit do the work.
Excessive force is likely to result in poor cutting
results or kickback that could cause serious per­sonal injury.

BLIND CUTTING. Keep router bit on underside
of workpiece when making blind cuts. This will
decrease risk of accidental contact with spinning
bit.

ROUTER BIT ROTATION. Always feed workpiece
against rotation direction of bit. Otherwise,
workpiece could be aggressively pulled from your
hands, drawing them into spinning bit.

ROUTER BIT HEIGHT. Keep any unused portion
of bit below the table surface to minimize risk of
your hand contacting spinning bit.

ROUTER BIT SPEED. Do not exceed rated
speed of any router bit. Doing so can cause bit to
fracture or explode and cause injury.

CUTTING SUPPORT. NEVER cut workpiece
without using a fence, jig, or miter gauge as a
support guide. Otherwise, workpiece could be
aggressively pulled from your hands, drawing
them into spinning bit.

WORKPIECE SIZING. NEVER use workpiece
shorter than 6" without special fixtures or jigs.
Otherwise, workpiece can become trapped
between fence and router bit, which could draw
your hands into spinning bit.

USING SAFETY GUARDS. To prevent ampu­tation or other injuries, always use a guard.
Fabricate additional guards or jigs for special
circumstances. Use an overhead guard if fence
is removed.

TRIPPING HAZARD. To prevent tripping over
power cord of router when not in use, always dis­connect it and safely store it out of way.

APPROPRIATE WORKPIECES. Danger of kick­back and injury is increased when workpiece
has knots, holes, or foreign objects in it. Warped
stock should be flattened with a jointer before you
shape it with router.

TESTI NG ROTATI ON. With router disconnected
from power, rotate router spindle to test any new
setup to ensure proper bit clearance before start­ing router.

3

INSTALLING ROUTER BIT. Insert at least
bit shank into collet, and allow
between shank and bottom of collet to ensure bit
is securely installed.

1

⁄8" of clearance

⁄4 of

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Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

SECTION 2: SETUP

This machine was carefully packaged for safe
transport. When unpacking, separate all enclosed
items from packaging materials and inspect them
for shipping damage.

,

please

at [phone].

IMPORTANT:

you are completely satisfied with the machine and
have resolved any issues between Grizzly or the
shipping agent. You MUST have the original pack-

aging to file a freight claim. It is also extremely
helpful if you need to return your machine later.

This machine presents
serious injury hazards
to untrained users. Read
through this entire manu­al to become familiar with
the controls and opera­tions before starting the
machine!

Wear safety glasses during
the entire setup process!

Unpacking

Needed for Setup

The following items are needed, but not included,
for the setup/assembly of this machine.

Description Qty

• Safety Glasses ........................................... 1

• Phillips Head Screwdriver #2 ..................... 1

• Open-End Wrench or Socket 13mm .......... 1

• Open-End Wrench 15mm ........................... 1

• Straightedge 24" ......................................... 1

If items are damaged

call us immediately

Save all packaging materials until

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Inventory

The following is a list of items shipped with your
machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items
out and inventory them.

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.

AE. Hex Wrench 3mm ....................................... 1

AF. Starting Pin ................................................. 1

A

B

NOTICE

If you cannot find an item on this list, care­fully check around/inside the machine and
packaging materials. Often, these items get
lost in packaging materials while unpack­ing or they are pre-installed at the factory.

Box 1 (Figure 4) Qty

A. Mounting Plate............................................ 1

B. Table ........................................................... 1

C. Table Insert 11⁄4" ......................................... 1

D. Wood Screws 10 x 5⁄8" (Table) .................... 4

E. Flat Washers 10 (Table) ............................. 4

F. Infeed/Outfeed Fence Boards .................... 2

G. Fence Base ................................................ 1

H. Dust Chute 21⁄2 " .......................................... 1

I. Dust Hood .................................................. 1

Fence End Caps ......................................... 2

J.

Knobs 8-Lobe 1⁄4"-20 (Fence Locks) ........... 6

K.

Flat Washers 1⁄4" (Fence Locks) ................. 6

L.

Carriage Bolts 1⁄4"-20 x 3⁄4" (Fence Locks) ... 4

M.

T-Bol ts 1⁄4"-20 x 3⁄4" (Fence Locks) ............... 2

N.

O. Router Bit Guard ........................................ 1

Knobs 7-Lobe 1⁄4"-20 (Bit Guard) ................ 2

P.

Flat Washers 1⁄4" (Bit Guard) ....................... 2

Q.

Carriage Bolts 1⁄4"-20 x 3⁄4" (Bit Guard) ........ 2

R.

Legs ............................................................ 4

S.

Upper Long Braces (Stand)........................ 2

T.

Upper Short Braces (Stand) ....................... 2

U.

Rear Long Brace (Stand) ........................... 1

V.

Lower Short Braces (Stand) ....................... 2

W.

Front Long Brace (Stand) ........................... 1

X.

Carriage Bolts 5⁄16"-18 x 1⁄2 " (Stand) ........... 32

Y.

Z. Flange Nuts 5⁄16"-18 (St and) ...................... 32

Adjustable Feet .......................................... 4

AA.

Flat Washers 3⁄8" (Feet) ............................... 4

AB.

Hex Nuts 3⁄8"-16 (Fe et) ................................ 4

AC.

Spanner Wrench 72mm ............................. 1

AD.

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Figure 4. T31636 loose parts inventory.

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Hardware Recognition Chart

USE THIS CHART TO MATCH UP
HARDWARE DURING THE INVENTORY
AND ASSEMBLY PROCESS.

Flat
Head
Cap
Screw

5mm

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

5mm

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Site Considerations

or disable start switch or

Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight
and footprint specifications of your machine.
Some workbenches may require additional rein­forcement to support the weight of the machine
and workpiece materials.

Consider anticipated workpiece sizes and addi­tional space needed for auxiliary stands, work
tables, or other machinery when establishing a
location for this machine in the shop. Below is
the minimum amount of space needed for the

The machine must be fully assembled before it
can be operated. Before beginning the assembly
process, refer to

and gather
all
goes smoothly, first clean any

cov­ered or coated in heavy-duty rust preventative (if
applicable).

Workbench Load

Assembly

Needed for Setup

listed items. To ensure the assembly process

parts that are

Placement Location

Dust Port

27"

Figure 5. Minimum working clearances.

16"

To assemble router table:

Attach two legs together with (1) lower short

1.

brace at bottom using (4)
bolts and

6). Repeat with second pair of legs and (1)
lower short brace.

Brace

(4) 5⁄16"-18 flange nuts

Legs

Figure 6. Legs assembled.

5

⁄16"-18 x 1⁄2 " carriage

(see Figure

x 4

Children and visitors may be
seriously injured if unsuper­vised around this machine.
Lock entrances to the shop

power connection to prevent
unsupervised use.

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Install (1) adjustable foot in bottom of each

2.

leg with (1) 3⁄8 " flat washer and (1) 3⁄8"-16 hex
nut each (see Figure 7).

x 4

Feet

Figure 7. Feet installed in bottom of legs.

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

3. Attach leg assemblies as shown below with
front and rear long braces and (8) 5⁄16"-18 x 1⁄2 "
carriage bolts and

(8) 5⁄16"-18 flange nuts.

5.

Place table upside-down on flat surface, then

attach (2) upper long braces to table with (4)

5

⁄8" wood screws and (4) 10 flat washers

10 x
(see Figure 10).

Long Braces

x 8

Figure 8. Leg assemblies attached with long

braces.

4. Install (2) upper short braces (see Figure 9)

5

at top of leg assemblies with (8)
carriage bolts and

(8) 5⁄16"-18 flange nuts.

⁄16"-18 x 1⁄2 "

x 8

x 4

Braces

Front

Figure 10. Upper long braces attached to table.

Note: Brace with model number ID label

should be at front of router table.

Attach table to stand with (8) 5⁄16"-18 x 1⁄2 " car-

6.

riage bolts and

(8) 5⁄16"-18 flange nuts (see

Figure 11).

Table

x 8

Figure 9. Short braces installed at top of leg

assemblies.

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

Bolts

Stand

Figure 11. Router table attached to stand.

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7.

Insert mounting plate in table, as shown in

Figure 12.

9. Insert (2) 1⁄4"-20 x 3⁄4" T-bolts (see Figure 14)

in scaled table T-slots and through fence
base, as shown below.

Set Screws

(1 of 4)

Figure 12. Mounting plate installed in table.

8.

Lay straightedge across mounting plate, table

insert, and table surfaces in pattern shown in
Figure 13. Adjust set screws (see Figure 12)
so that ends of straightedge lay flat on table
surface at all positions of pattern.

Table Surface

Mounting

Plate

T-Bolt

x 2

(1 of 2)

Fence

Base

Figure 14. T-bolts inserted through table and

fence base.

10. Secure fence base by threading (2) 8-lobe
knobs and (2) 1⁄4" flat washers onto T-bolts
from Step 9 (see Figure 15).

x 2

Straightedge

Figure 13. Pattern for aligning mounting plate.

IMPORTANT: Mounting plate and table

surface must be aligned evenly to ensure
workpiece does not catch on mounting plate
or table surface and kick back.

Knob & Flat Washer

(1 of 2)

Figure 15. Fence base secured to table.

1

11. Install (2)

⁄4"-20 x 3⁄4" carriage bolts in the

center slot of infeed fence (see Figure 16).

Infeed Fence

Carriage Bolts

Figure 16. Carriage bolts installed in fence.

x 2

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Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

12.

Align carriage bolts with holes in fence base

(see Figure 17) and install infeed fence.

Fence Base

Infeed Fence

15. Attach dust hood to back of fence base by
removing the two lock knobs and washers
shown in Figure 19, and re-installing through
holes in dust hood.

Carriage Bolts

Figure 17. Infeed fence installed on fence base.

13. Secure infeed fence to base with (2) 1⁄4"

flat washers and (2) 8-lobe knobs (see
Figure 18).

Knob & Flat Washer

x 2

(1 of 2)

Dust

x 2

Fence Base

Figure 19. Dust hood attached to fence base.

Press (2) fence end caps into position, as

16.

shown in Figure 20, with flat side forward.

End Cap

(1 of 2)

Hood

Knob & Flat Washer

(1 of 2)

Fence Base

Figure 18. Infeed fence secured to base.

14. Repeat Steps 11–13 to install outfeed fence

on opposite side of base.

Figure 20. End caps pressed into fences.

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17. Install (2) 1⁄4"-20 x 3⁄4" carriage bolts in top slot
of infeed/outfeed fence faces (see Figure 21).

20. Loosen (4) 3⁄8"-16 hex nuts (see Figure 24)
on router table feet.

Carriage Bolts

Infeed Fence

Outfeed Fence

Figure 21. Carriage bolts installed on fence.

Attach router bit guard (see Figure 22) to

18.

carriage bolts in fence with (2) 7-lobe
knobs and (2)

1

⁄4" flat washers.

Knobs & Flat

Washers

x 2

1

⁄4"-20

x 2

Hex Nut

Foot

Figure 24. Foot components.

To reduce risk of injury from accidental con­tact with spinning router bit, ALWAYS make
sure router table is placed on a flat, clean
surface and feet are adjusted before router
operations.

Guard

Figure 22. Router bit guard secured to fence

with plastic knobs.

19. Insert dust chute into hole at top of dust hood
(see Figure 23).

Dust Chute

Figure 23. Dust chute inserted in dust hood.

21. Adjust router table feet to ensure table is

stable and does not rock.

Tighten hex nuts to secure router table feet.

22.

Installing Router

The router mounting plate included with the router
table is designed to attach to the bottom of your
router in the same manner as the router base.

IMPORTANT: When deciding how to orient the
router in relation to the router table, take into
account access to the router controls, such as
depth adjustment knobs, lock levers/knobs, and
the power switch.

Items Needed: Qty

Marking Pen ...................................................... 1

Drill ................................................................... 1

Drill Bits
Fasteners

............................................................. 2

........................................... As Needed

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Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

To install router:

DISCONNECT ROUTER FROM POWER!

1.

2. Insert mounting plate into the router table so

that the starting pin holes are to the right of
the opening, as shown in Figure 25.

Note: Starting pin must be installed to feed

into cutter rotation for free-hand routing.

3. Mark front of mounting plate with tape or
other removable substance (see Figure 25).

Remove router base from router (see

6.
Figure 27).

Mark on Base

Figure 27. Router base removed from router.

Front

Starting

Pin Holes

Figure 25. Proper location of starting pin holes.

4.

Turn router upside down and position it so

front of router faces same direction as front
of router table.

5. Mark base and router to guide you when
mounting router so that it will correctly face
front of router table (see Figure 26).

7. Turn mounting plate upside down, and center
router base on plate so marks locating front
of each match (see Figure 28).

Use mounting holes in router base as a tem-

8.

plate to mark locations for drilling holes in
mounting plate (see Figure 28).

Note: There are multiple circles in underside

of the mounting plate to aid in centering
router base as a template.

Marks

Fastener

Hole

Mark Router

and Router Base

Figure 26. Example of locations to mark on

router.

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

Figure 28. Example of using router base as a

template to drill mounting holes.

Remove router base from mounting plate,

9.

drill matching hole sizes in mounting plate for
fasteners.

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Countersink drilled holes in top of mount-

10.

ing plate so fastener heads will be slightly
below top surface of plate. This will pre­vent workpiece catching on fasteners during
operation.

Dust Collection

11. Position plate on top of router base and

router, so marks made on all three face you
(see Figure 29).

Align mounting holes in base, plate, and

12.

router, fasten mounting plate to router
through base (see Figure 29), then insert
assembly into router table from top.

This machine creates a lot of wood chips/
dust during operation. Breathing airborne
dust on a regular basis can result in perma­nent respiratory illness. Reduce your risk
by wearing a respirator and capturing the
dust with a dust-collection system.

Minimum CFM at Dust Port: 150 CFM

Do not confuse this CFM recommendation with
the rating of the dust collector. To determine the
CFM at the dust port, you must consider these
variables: (1) CFM rating of the dust collector,
(2) hose type and length between the dust col­lector and the machine, (3) number of branches
or wyes, and (4) amount of other open lines
throughout the system. Explaining how to cal­culate these variables is beyond the scope of
this manual. Consult an expert or purchase a
good dust collection "how-to" book.

To connect dust collection system to machine:

Figure 29. Example of a router attached to

mounting plate.

If router unexpectedly moves or router bit
contacts plate insert or fence during opera­tion, serious personal injury could result
from the router bit or flying debris. ALWAYS
make sure router is firmly secured to rout­er table mounting plate before beginning
operations.

Fit 21⁄2 " dust hose over the dust chute, as

1.

shown in Figure 30, or remove dust chute
and attach a 1
Secure in place with a hose clamp.

Figure 30. Dust hose attached to dust port.

2. Tug the hose to make sure it does not come

off.

Note: A tight fit is necessary for proper

performance.

1

⁄2 " dust hose or vacuum.

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Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

SECTION 3: OPERATIONS

To reduce your risk of
serious injury, read this
entire manual BEFORE

ing loss can occur while operating this

Keep hair, clothing, and

ing parts at all times.
Entanglement can result
in death, amputation, or

Children or untrained people can be

. This

To help prevent unsupervised operation,

switch before leaving

Operation Overview

using machine.

To complete a typical operation, the operator
does the following:

Examines workpiece to make sure it is suit-

1.

able for cutting.

Adjusts fences close to bit for maximum

2.

workpiece support, then secures fences in
place.

Adjusts bit height for desired cutting

3.

profile.

Eye injuries, respiratory problems, or hear-

tool. Wear personal protective equipment to
reduce your risk from these hazards.

jewelry away from mov-

severe crushing injuries!

If you are not experienced with this type
of machine, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND
that you seek additional training outside of
this manual. Read books/magazines or get
formal training before beginning any proj­ects. Regardless of the content in this sec­tion, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable
for accidents caused by lack of training.

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

4. Adjusts fence position to establish depth of
cut and makes sure that it is parallel with the
table T-slot.

Wears safety glasses, hearing protection,

5.

and a respirator. Locates push sticks or
blocks if needed.

Verifies direction of router bit rotation is cor-

6.

rect for operation, then starts router.

IMPORTANT: For small or odd-shaped

workpieces, a zero-clearance fence or jig is
used to hold workpiece while cutting.

Holds workpiece firmly and flatly against table

7.

and fence, then pushes workpiece into bit at
a steady and controlled rate until workpiece
moves completely beyond router bit.

WARNING: Keep workpiece firmly against

table and fence, and keep hands away from
spinning router bit during entire cut.

8. Stops router once operation is complete.

seriously injured by this machine
risk increases with unsupervised operation.

always disable
machine unattended. Make sure to place
key in a well-hidden or secure location!

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Stock Inspection

• Scrape all glue off the workpiece before

• Remove foreign objects from the work-

nails, staples, tiny rocks, or any other foreign

Wood stacked on a concrete or dirt

surface can have small pieces of concrete or

• Make sure all stock is sufficiently dried

on the router bits, produce poor cutting

corrosion.

Requirements

For your own safety and proper cutting results,
always follow these rules when choosing and
routing stock:

jointing. Glue deposits on the workpiece,

hard or soft, will gum up the router bit, pro­duce poor results, and increase the risk of
kickback.

piece. Make sure that any stock you pro­cess with the router is clean and free of dirt,

• DO NOT cut stock that contains large or
loose knots. Injury to the operator or dam­age to the workpiece can occur if a knot
becomes dislodged during the cutting opera­tion.

• DO NOT cut against the grain direction.
Cutting against the grain increases the likeli­hood of kickback, as well as tearout on the
workpiece.

• Routing with the grain produces a better
finish and is safer for the operator. Cutting
with the grain is described as feeding the
stock on the router table so the grain points
down and toward you as viewed on the edge
of the stock (see Figure below).

Note: If the grain changes direction along the

edge of the board, decrease the cutting depth
and make additional passes.

Outfeed

Fence

End View

Infeed
Fence

objects that could damage the router bit and
be thrown from the machine with significant
speed/force.

Note:

stone pressed into the surface.

before routing. Wood with a moisture con­tent over 20% will cause unnecessary wear

results, and increase the risk of kickback.
Excess moisture can also hasten rust and

Table T-Slot

The Model T31636 includes one 3⁄4" T- s lot
(see Figure 32). This can be used for attach-
ing router table accessories like jigs or
featherboards and using a miter gauge.

Figure 31. Proper grain alignment with the router

• Only process natural and man-made wood
products. Your router is designed to cut
only natural wood fiber products. It is NOT
designed to cut metal, glass, stone, tile,
products with lead-based paint, or products
that contain asbestos. Cutting these materi­als with a router may lead to injury.

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Direction of Feed

bit.

T-Slot

Figure 32. Location of router table T-slot.

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

Aligning

Fence & Table

When using a miter gauge, it is important to make
sure the fence is parallel with the table T-slot. This
will help ensure that the workpiece does not bind
or kick back during operation.

Use the scales inlaid in the fence attachment
T-slots to make the distance equal between the
fence and the T-slot along the full length of the
table (see Figure 33).

The insert provides additional workpiece support
by minimizing the gap between the bit and the
table. Always use the insert when it will not inter­fere with the bit during the operation.

Table Insert

To avoid workpiece kickback or binding
when using a miter gauge with this router
table, ALWAYS make sure fence is parallel
with table T-slot before beginning routing
operations.

Fence

Scale

(1 of 2)

Figure 33. Using scale to make fence parallel

with T-slot.

Figure 34. Table installed in mounting plate.

Adjusting Fence

The fence assembly on the Model T31636 has
an infeed fence and outfeed fence. These can
be moved side-to-side to increase or decrease
the space around the router bit. The less space
there is around the bit, the less opportunity there
is of kickback and of the operator contacting the
bit. Fences should always be adjusted as close
as possible to offer the utmost support for the
workpiece.

The infeed/outfeed fences are secured to the
fence base with T-bolts and knobs (see Figure

35). Use these knobs to loosen or tighten the
infeed/outfeed fences against the base.

Using Table Insert

The Model T31636 comes with a 11⁄4" table insert
(see Figure 34) that snaps into the center of the
mounting plate and provides additional safety and
control near the router bit during router operations.

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

Side-To-Side

Adjustment Knobs

(2 of 4)

Figure 35. Location of fence knobs.

Front-To-Back

Adjustment Knobs

(1 of 2)

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Adjusting

Router Bit Guard

A clear router bit guard is included with the Model
T31636 (see Figure 36) to provide additional
safety during router operations. It secures to the
fence base with two knobs and carriage bolts. It
adjusts up-and-down to accommodate various
router operations.

The router bit guard should be positioned verti­cally about
horizontally on the gap between the infeed and
outfeed fences.

1

⁄8" above the workpiece and centered

Guard Knobs

Edge Jointing

Jointing the edge of a board requires a straight­cutting router bit to be installed in the router to
remove wood from the face of the board. The
result is a perfectly flat and square edge.

To edge joint with a straight-cutting router bit, a
spacer needs to be installed between the outfeed
fence and fence base. A piece of wood that has
been planed to be of equal thickness with holes
for mounting works well. The thickness of the
spacer will depend on and be equal to the amount
of material being removed from the face of the
workpiece.

Always feed workpiece against router bit
rotation direction, as illustrated below.
Otherwise, workpiece could be aggressive­ly pulled from your hands, drawing them
into spinning router bit.

Figure 36. Location of router bit guard

adjustment knobs.

Bit

Rotation

To joint edge of a workpiece:

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

1.

2. Secure straight-cutting bit in router according

to manufacturer's instructions.

Install table insert.

3.

4. Insert spacer (not included with machine)

between outfeed fence and fence base.

IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of kickback,

DO NOT take more than
single pass.

Workpiece

Feed Direction

1

⁄16" off during any

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Raise bit just above top of workpiece, then

5.

rotate it by hand until cutting flute is perpen­dicular to fence.

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

6.

Place straightedge against outfeed fence,

then adjust fence base so straightedge is
also against bit flute (see Figure 37).

Top View

Spacer

Straight

Router Bit

(Enlarged)

Bit

Flute

Profile Routing

For creating decorative edges or removing differ­ent shapes of material out of a workpiece, profile
routing provides a variety of options. For instance,
the Grizzly Model C1409 Ogee Bit (see Figure

39) will produce a pattern like the one below.

Outfeed

Fence

Figure 37. Example of fence set up for edge

Make sure fence is square with table T-slot

7.

(see Aligning Fence & Table on Page 21),
lock fence base in place, and tighten all
knobs.

Connect router to power, then perform cut

8.
(see Figure 38).

Straightedge

jointing.

Infeed
Fence

Top View

Spacer

Workpiece

Figure 39. Model C1409 Ogee Bit.

To cut a profile into a workpiece:

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

1.

2. Secure bit in router according to router manu-

facturer's instructions.

Raise router bit to desired height, then adjust

3.

fence so it sits behind the bit the same dis­tance as desired depth-of-cut (see Figure 40).

Top View

Outfeed Fence

Infeed Fence

Cutting Direction

Figure 38. Example of edge jointing operation.

To reduce risk of hand injury from acciden­tal contact with spinning router bit, ALWAYS
make sure fence and router bit guard are
properly positioned and secured before
connecting router to power (does not apply
to free-hand routing).

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

Bit

Depth-of-Cut

Side View

Infeed

Depth-of-Cut

Bit

Table

Figure 40. Profile routing setup.

4.

Make sure both infeed/outfeed fences are

parallel with table if using T-slot.

Lock fence in place, tighten all knobs, con-

5.

nect router to power, then perform cut.

Fence

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Routing Small Stock

Feeding small stock past the router bit increases
the risk of kickback from the workpiece slipping
into the space between the fence and bit. If you
must rout small stock, use a zero-clearance fence
board. This will provide greater protection for the
operator, better workpiece support, and reduced
tearout on narrow or fragile stock.

To make a zero-clearance fence:

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

1.

ALWAYS use hold-downs or featherboards
and push sticks when shaping small or
narrow stock. These devices keep your
hands away from spinning router bit and
sufficiently support stock to allow a safe
and effective cut, reducing risk of personal
injur y.

6. Secure zero-clearance fence board and

router bit guard to fence base, then make
sure fence is parallel with table T-slot (see

Aligning Fence & Table on Page 21).

2. Remove infeed/outfeed fences from fence

base.

Select piece of straight, smooth stock that is

3.

same height and thickness as infeed/outfeed
fences and approximately 36" long.

Cut outline of spindle and router bit from cen-

4.

ter of the stock selected in Step 3, as shown
in Figure 41.

Note: Make outline as close as possible to

router bit and spindle without interfering with
rotation.

Create countersunk mounting holes in zero-

5.

clearance fence board (see Figure 41) to
secure new fence and router bit guard to
base.

Countersunk

holes

Wood stock

Check for proper clearance, connect router

7.

table to power, then make test cut to verify
results.

Free-Hand Routing

Irregular or free-hand routing takes a high degree
of skill and dexterity and is done without the pro­tection and aid of the fence and router bit guard.
The most dangerous part of free-hand routing is
beginning the cut, when the router bit first con­tacts the workpiece. It tends to jerk or kick back,
presenting an injury hazard to the operator.

cut out profile

of cutter & spindle

Figure 41. Example of a zero-clearance fence

board.

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Mount with

flat head screws

Free-hand or irregular routing greatly
increases the chance that the operator may
lose control of the workpiece, which could
result in serious personal injury. Therefore,
a starting pin or block and a custom guard
or workpiece holding jig MUST be used.

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

To reduce the likelihood of kickback when free­hand routing, use the starting pin or a block (see
Figures 42–43 for examples). This will allow you
to anchor and slowly pivot the workpiece into the
bit as the cut is started, making the operation
more stable and safe.

Note: Make sure any fasteners used will not

make contact with the router bit during rout­ing operation. Hot glue can be used as an
alternative.

3. Remove fence from table.

Swing

Starting Pin

t

a

i

t

o

o

Rub

n

R

Collar

Workpiece

Feed Direction

Figure 42. Illustration of free-hand routing using

a starting pin.

ALWAYS use an auxiliary jig and extreme
care when free-hand routing. Routing
without fence and router bit guard great­ly increases risk of accidental contact
with spinning router bit, causing serious
personal injury.

To free-hand rout:

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

1.

4. If possible, fabricate and mount a custom

guard over the bit that safely protects your
hands from spinning router bit.

Insert starting pin in hole on mounting plate

5.

(see Figure 44) or clamp a starting block to
table (see Figure 43).

Starting Pin

Figure 44. Router table set up with starting pin

for free-hand routing.

Install a router bit with bearing guide as

6.

directed by router manufacturer's instruc­tions, then raise it to desired height
(see Figure 45).

2. Fabricate a jig to use with workpiece that
matches desired finished shape, then attach
it to workpiece (see Figure 43).

Figure 43. Example of using a jig with a starting

block.

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

Bearing

Guide

Template

Workpiece

Figure 45. Using a template and bearing guide

for free-hand routing.

7.

Rest workpiece against starting pin, turn rout-

er ON, then slowly pivot and feed workpiece
into router bit. After cut is started, move
workpiece against guide bearing and away
from starting pin.

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ACCESSORIES

Installing unapproved accessories may

order online at www.grizzly.com or call 1-800-523-4777

SECTION 4: ACCESSORIES

cause machine to malfunction, resulting in
serious personal injury or machine damage.
To reduce this risk, only install accessories
recommended for this machine by Grizzly.

Basic Eye Protection

T20501—Face Shield Crown Protector 4"
T20502—Face Shield Crown Protector 7"
T20503—Face Shield Window
T20451—“Kirova” Clear Safety Glasses
T20452—“Kirova” Anti-Reflective S. Glasses
T20456—DAKURA Safety Glasses, Black/Clear

NOTICE

Refer to our website or latest catalog for
additional recommended accessories.

1

H5555—20 Pc. Carbide

This is an excellent combination of micro grain,
carbide-tipped router bits in one set. This 20-piece

1

⁄2 " shank comes in a wooden box and includes

the following bits:

1

⁄2 " & 3⁄4" straight 45-degree chamfer, 1⁄4" & 1⁄2 "

roundover,

1

⁄2 " cove, 1⁄2 " & 3⁄8" core box, 1⁄2 " flush trim, 1⁄4"

&
combination panel bit,

1

⁄2 " beading.

&

3

⁄8" rabbeting, 3⁄8" & 1⁄2 " dovetail, 1⁄4"

5

⁄2" Router Bit Set

⁄32" & 1⁄4" Roman ogee, 1⁄4",

1

⁄2 " 90-deg. V-groove, 3⁄8"

T20502

T20503

T20456

Figure 47. Assortment of basic eye protection.

T21778—The Router: A Beginner’s Guide DVD

The router is the heart of any woodworking shop,
and for new woodworkers learning to use this
indispensable tool, this DVD is your ticket to a
solid foundation of routing skills. Topics include
basic operation techniques, router safety, hold­ing a workpiece, and a handful of projects for the
home.

T20452

T20451

Figure 46. Model H5555 20-Pc. 1⁄2" Router Bit

Set.

Figure 48. Model T21778 The Router: A

Beginner’s Guide DVD.

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Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

SECTION 5: 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 machine, this
maintenance schedule must be strictly followed.

Ongoing

To minimize your risk of injury and maintain proper
machine operation, shut down the machine imme­diately if you ever observe any of the items below,
and fix the problem before continuing operations:

Cleaning &

Protecting

Cleaning the Model T31636 is relatively easy.
Vacuum excess sawdust and wipe off the remain­ing dust with a dry cloth. If any resin has built up,
use a resin dissolving cleaner to remove it.

Be sure to dry or clean any water, oil, or chemical
solvents that come in contact with table. These
may eat away at or warp the table.

IMPORTANT: A flat, level table is necessary for
safe use.

• Loose mounting plate fasteners.

• Loose stand and table fasteners.

Worn or damaged cords/plugs.

•

Any other unsafe condition.

•

Weekly Check

• Clean/vacuum dust buildup off of router.

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

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SECTION 6: SERVICE

Review the troubleshooting procedures in this section if a problem develops with your machine. If you need

the

serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling.

replacement parts or additional help with a procedure, call our Technical Support. Note: Please gather

Troubleshooting

Operations

Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution

Workpiece
catches on
mounting plate.

1. Mounting plate not set flush with table. 1. Set mounting plate flush with table (Page 29).

Workpiece
binds on
infeed/outfeed
fences.

Workpiece
catches on gap
between infeed/
outfeed fences.

Workpiece is
burned when
cut.

Fuzzy grain.

Chipping.

Divots in edge
of cut.

1. Fence and table T-slot not parallel. 1. Adjust fence to be parallel with table T-slot (Page 21).

1. Workpiece too small for fence.

2. Fence and table T-slot not parallel.

1. Router bit dull.

2. Feeding workpiece too slow.

3. Depth of cut too deep.

1. Wood may have high moisture content or
surface wetness.

2. Router bit dull.

1. Knots or conflicting grain direction in wood.

2. Nicked or chipped router bit.

3. Feeding workpiece too fast.

4. Depth of cut too deep.

5. Cutting against wood grain.

1. Inconsistent feeding speed.

2. Inconsistent pressure against fence.

3. Fence not adjusted correctly.

1. Create zero-clearance fence for operation
(Page 24).

2. Adjust fence to be parallel with table T-slot (Page 21).

1. Replace router bit.

2. Increase feed rate.

3. Take a smaller depth of cut. (Always reduce cutting
depth when working with hard woods.)

1. Inspect workpiece moisture content; allow to dry if
moisture is more than 20% (Page 20).

2. Replace router bit.

1. Inspect workpiece for knots and grain direction; only
use clean stock (Page 20).

2. Replace router bit.

3. Decrease feed rate.

4. Take a smaller depth of cut. (Always reduce cutting
depth when working with hard woods.)

5. Cut with grain of wood (Page 20).

1. Use consistent feed rate.

2. Apply constant pressure.

3. Adjust fence correctly (Page 21).

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Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

Adjusting

Mounting Plate

To ensure a workpiece does not catch on the
mounting plate and cause kickback, the mounting
plate must be adjusted evenly flush with the top
of the table.

Tools Needed: Qty

Hex Wrench 3mm .............................................. 1

Straightedge 36"

To adjust mounting plate:

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

1.

2. Remove fence assembly from router table.

Lay straightedge across mounting plate, table

3.

insert, and table surfaces in pattern shown in

Figure 49. Adjust set screws (see Figure

50) in mounting plate as necessary so that

straightedge lies flat on table surface at all
positions of pattern.

................................................ 1

Set Screws

(1 of 4)

Figure 50. Example of using a straightedge to

align mounting plate with table surface.

IMPORTANT: Mounting plate and table

surface must be aligned evenly to ensure
workpiece does not catch on mounting plate
or table surface and kick back.

4. Repeat Step 3 as needed until mounting
plate is aligned with table surface.

Re-install fence assembly to table.

5.

Table Surface

Straightedge

Figure 49. Pattern for adjusting mounting plate.

Mounting

Plate

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

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SECTION 7: PARTS

We do our best to stock replacement parts when possible, but we cannot guarantee that all parts shown
are available for purchase. Call [phone] or visit www.grizzly.com/parts to check for availability.

Main

20

36

16

21

9

19

37

8

3

15

3

15

12

9

34

25

4

35

4

9

9

6

8

8

7

38

33

1

14
13

18

17

29

27

14
13

2

5

8

8

6

18

28

9

2

14

13

14
13

8

8

32

21

31

24

30

1

3

24

21

23

22

25

29

28

9

3

9

9

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Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

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11

15

Main Parts List

REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION

1 PT31636001 SHORT BRACE (UPPER) 20 PT31636020 KNOB 1/4-20, D15/16, 7-LOBE
2 PT31636002 LONG BRACE (UPPER) 21 PT31636021 FLAT WASHER 1/4
3 PT31636003 LEG 22 PT31636022 T-BOLT 1/4-20 X 3/4
4 PT31636004 CARRIAGE BOLT 1/4-20 X 3/4 23 PT31636023 FENCE BASE
5 PT31636005 LONG BRACE (LOWER REAR) 24 PT31636024 KNOB 1/4-20, D1-1/2, 8-LOBE
6 PT31636006 SHORT BRACE (LOWER) 25 PT31636025 FENCE END CAP
7 PT31636007 LONG BRACE (LOWER FRONT) 27 PT31636027 T-SLOT TRACK 3/4"
8 PT31636008 FLANGE NUT 5/16-18 28 PT31636028 T-SLOT TRACK W/SCALE 5/16"
9 PT31636009 CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16-18 X 1/2 29 PT31636029 WOOD SCREW #10 X 1/2
11 PT31636011 ADJUSTABLE FOOT 3/8-16 X 2 30 PT31636030 SCALE (INCH)
12 PT31636012 HEX NUT 3/8-16 31 PT31636031 DUST BOX
13 PT31636013 WOOD SCREW #10 X 5/8 32 PT31636032 DUST CHUTE
14 PT31636014 FLAT WASHER #10 33 PT31636033 MAGNET 8 X 5MM
15 PT31636015 FLAT WASHER 3/8 34 PT31636034 SET SCREW M6-1 X 6
16 PT31636016 TABLE 35 PT31636035 TABLE INSERT 1-1/4"
17 PT31636017 MOUNTING PLATE 36 PT31636036 SPANNER WRENCH 72MM PIN-TYPE
18 PT31636018 FENCE BOARD 37 PT31636037 HEX WRENCH 3MM
19 PT31636019 ROUTER BIT GUARD 38 PT31636038 STARTING PIN

Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

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MODEL T31636

BENCHTOP

ROUTER TABLE

Date

SN

Manufactured for Grizzly in Taiwan

WARNING!

To reduce risk of death
or serious injury, read
manual BEFORE using
machine.

To get a new manual,
call [phone] or
go to www.grizzly.com.

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WARNING!

INJURY HAZARD!

To reduce risk of short­and long-term injury,
wear safety glasses,
hearing protection, and
a respirator when using
this machine.

106

Labels & Cosmetics

To reduce risk of serious injury when using this machine:

1. Read and understand owner’s manual before operating.

2. Always wear approved eye, ear, and respiratory protection.

3. Avoid entanglement with moving parts—tie back long hair, roll up long sleeves, and DO NOT
wear loose clothing, gloves, or jewelry.

4. Disconnect power before changing cutters or adjusting/servicing router.

5. Before starting, ensure machine is stable, router is firmly mounted, and guards are in place.

6. Always keep fingers at least 6" away from spinning cutter.

7. Always feed workpiece against rotation of cutter.

8. Do not use awkward hand positions while feeding workpiece.

9. Reduce risk of kickback by taking multiple passes when removing a large amount of material.

10. Never operate while intoxicated, distracted, or tired.

11. Do not expose machine to rain or dampness.

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102

WARNING!

ENTANGLEMENT

HAZARD!
Tie back long hair, roll up
long sleeves, and remove
loose clothing, jewelry, or
gloves to prevent getting
caught in moving parts.

103

INJURY/SHOCK

HAZARD!
Disconnect power
before adjustments,
maintenance, or
service.

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grizzly.com

105

REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION

101 PT31636101 MACHINE ID LABEL 105 PT31636105 GRIZZLY.COM LABEL
102 PT31636102 TOUCH-UP PAINT, GRIZZLY BLACK 106 PT31636106 EYE/EAR/LUNG LABEL
103 PT31636103 ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD LABEL 107 PT31636107 READ MANUAL LABEL
104 PT31636104 INJURY/SHOCK HAZARD LABEL

Safety labels help reduce the risk of serious injury caused by machine hazards. If any label comes
off or becomes unreadable, the owner of this machine MUST replace it in the original location
before resuming operations. For replacements, contact [phone] or www.grizzly.com.

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Model T31636 (Mfd. Since 02/20)

WARRANTY & RETURNS

Grizzly Industrial, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original purchaser from
the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse,
negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance. This is Grizzly’s sole written warranty
and any and all warranties that may be implied by law, including any merchantability or fitness, for any par­ticular purpose, are hereby limited to the duration of this written warranty. We do not warrant or represent
that the merchandise complies with the provisions of any law or acts unless the manufacturer so warrants.
In no event shall Grizzly’s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product and
any legal actions brought against Grizzly shall be tried in the State of Washington, County of Whatcom.

We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special,
or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.

The manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications at any time because they constantly strive to
achieve better quality equipment. We make every effort to ensure that our products meet high quality and
durability standards and we hope you never need to use this warranty.

In the event you need to use this warranty, contact us by mail or phone and give us all the details. We will
then issue you a “Return Number,’’ which must be clearly posted on the outside as well as the inside of
the carton. We will not accept any item back without this number. Proof of purchase must accompany the
merchandise.

Please feel free to write or call us if you have any questions about the machine or the manual.

Thank you again for your business and continued support. We hope to serve you again soon.

To

warranty-card

registration page

take advantage of this warranty, you must register it at https://www.grizzly.com/secureforms/

, or you can scan the QR code below to be automatically directed to our warranty

. Enter all applicable information for the product.

WARRANTY