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www.mkdiamond.com
OWNER'S MANUAL
PARTS LIST &
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Revision 105
01.2015
Manual Part# 158192
Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions
before using this equipment. This parts list MUST
accompany the equipment at all times.

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  • Page 1 MK-100 TILE SAW www.mkdiamond.com OWNER'S MANUAL PARTS LIST & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Revision 105 01.2015 Manual Part# 158192 Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions before using this equipment. This parts list MUST accompany the equipment at all times.
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a MK-100 Tile Saw. We are certain that you will be pleased with your purchase. MK Diamond takes pride in producing the finest construction power tools and diamond blades in the industry. Operated correctly, your MK-100 Tile Saw should provide you with years of service. In order to help you, we have included this manual.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY Safety Messages General Safety Precautions California Proposition 65 Message Electrical Requirements 9-12 Safety Label Locations Product Specifications UNPACKING, TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY Unpacking Contents Transport Stand Assembly 18-19 SETUP, STARTUP, ADJUSTMENT, OPERATION and SHUTDOWN Setup 20-22 Operation 23-26 Cutting Head Adjustment 27-28...

  • Page 4: Safety Messages

    MK-100 TILE SAW SAFETY Read and follow all safety, operating and maintenance instructions. Failure to read and follow these instructions could result in injury or death to you or others. Failure to read and follow these instructions could also result in damage and/or reduced equipment life. Safety warnings and guidelines do not by themselves eliminate danger.
  • Page 5 MK-100 TILE SAW SAFETY PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT ALWAYS wear approved respiratory, head, ear and eye protection when operating this machine. ACCIDENTAL STARTS! Before starting the engine/motor, be sure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position to pre- vent accidental starting. Place the ON/OFF switch in the OFF position before performing any service operation.
  • Page 6 MK-100 TILE SAW SAFETY USE PROPER APPAREL DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry that may be caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair cover- ing to contain long hair. SECURE WORK Clamps or a vise should be used to hold work whenever practical.
  • Page 7 MK-100 TILE SAW SAFETY CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS Before using a power tool, check for damaged parts. A guard or any other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine if it would operate properly and perform its intended function. Always check moving parts for proper alignment or binding.

  • Page 8: California Proposition 65 Message

    MK-100 TILE SAW SAFETY SILICA DUST WARNING Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and other materials with silica in their composition may give off dust or mists containing crystalline silica. Silica is a basic component of sand, quartz, brick clay, granite and numerous other minerals and rocks. Repeated and/or substantial inhalation of airborne crystalline silica can cause serious or fatal respiratory diseases, including silicosis.

  • Page 9: Electrical Requirements

    MK-100 TILE SAW SAFETY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In order to prevent electrical shock and injury, the following electrical safety precautions and symbols should be followed at all times! WARNING In case of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
  • Page 10 MK-100 TILE SAW SAFETY ELECTRIC MOTOR SAFETY For maintenance care and operation of the electric motor, refer to your electric motor instruction book- let furnished with the electric motor. Protect the electric motor from dust as much as possible and keep ventilating openings clean.
  • Page 11 MK-100 TILE SAW SAFETY WARNING To avoid the possibility of the appliance or plug receptacle getting wet, position the machine to one side of a wall mounted receptacle. This will prevent water from dripping into the receptacle or plug. A "drip loop,"...
  • Page 12 Use of undersized extension cords result in low voltage to the motor that can result in motor burnout and premature failure. MK Diamond warns that equipment returned to us showing signs of being run in a low voltage condition, through the use of undersized extension cords,will be repaired or replaced totally at the customer’s expense.

  • Page 13: Safety Label Locations

    Safety labels contain important safety information. Please read the information contained on each safety label. These labels are considered a permanent part of your saw. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact MK Diamond or your dealer for a replacement. WARNING...

  • Page 14: Product Specifications

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION The MK-100 Tile Saw is engineered as a tabletop or stand mounted wet tile saw. The saw includes a powerful 120V electric motor. The saw is capable of cutting tile up to twenty (20) inches in length, depth of cut 3".

  • Page 15: Unpacking

    Manual Part# 158192 If within one (1) Year from the date of purchase, this MK Diamond saw fails due to defect in material or workmanship, MK will repair it, free of charge when the unit is re- Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions turned to the dealer where it was purchased.

  • Page 16: Transport

    2. Never transport the MK-100 with water in the Water Pan. The MK-100 is designed with a rigid frame and removable Cutting Head. Two people are required to transport the MK-100 with the Cutting Head installed. The Cutting Head must be removed first, if one person is transporting the saw (see Cutting Head Installation and Removal in the following section).

  • Page 17: Stand

    MK-100 TILE SAW STAND FOLDING STAND CAUTION The MK-100 weighs ninety-six (96) pounds; follow the guidelines in the TRANSPORT section when placing it on the stand (MK Diamond Part# 168244). NOTE: If using the Optional MK Diamond Stand, follow these steps.

  • Page 18: Assembly

    MK-100 TILE SAW ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Follow the assembly instructions to prepare your MK-100 for operation. CUTTING HEAD INSTALLATION NOTE: If the Cutting Head is installed, go to the next step. Align Cutting Head Rear Secure the Cutting Head by Pivot Hole to the Post Pivot installing the Adjusting Knob.
  • Page 19 MK-100 TILE SAW ASSEMBLY ADJUSTABLE CUTTING GUIDE INSTALLATION NOTE: The Adjustable Cutting Guide can be used on either side of the Diamond Blade. Loosen Adjustable Cutting Place the Adjustable Cutting Guide retaining thumbscrew Guide onto the Movable Cutting and place it over the Movable Table Ruler/Stop and tighten the Cutting Table Ruler/Stop.

  • Page 20: Setup

    Table moves freely. damage. Verify the blade is cor- rect for the material being cut. Inspect the Pump Assembly Inspect the MK-100 for for damage. Ensure the cord damage. Ensure the cord is is free of cracks or cuts. free of cracks or cuts.
  • Page 21 MK-100 TILE SAW SETUP CONNECTING WATER PUMP To prevent the possibility of electrical shock, the MK-100 MUST be de-energized WARNING when connecting the Water Pump. To prevent the possibility of electrical shock, use only MK Diamond qualified replacement parts. To prevent pump damage, the Water Pump must be disconnected from its power NOTE: supply if cutting with a Dry Blade.
  • Page 22 Check for damaged, broken, or missing parts. Verify the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position. Before connecting the MK-100 to a power supply, be sure the voltage, cycle and phase of the job site power source meet the requirements in the table below.

  • Page 23: Operation

    Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. Otherwise a GFCI should be used. Ensure the ON/OFF Switch is Plug MK-100 into GFCI. Plug the GFCI into in the OFF position. the power source.
  • Page 24 Section to increase/decrease flow). Diagonal Cut NOTE: To cut diagonals, the Dual 45° Flat Angle Guide (MK Diamond Part No. 134557-MK) should be used. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for CAUTION which it was designed.
  • Page 25 DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for CAUTION which it was designed. To cut 45° Miters, the 45° Bullnose Miter Guide should be used (MK Diamond NOTE: Part # 134585-MK).
  • Page 26 OPERATION Off-angle Cutting NOTE: To cut angles other than 45° angles or Miter, a 90° Protractor (MK Diamond Part No. 134569-MK) should be used. CAUTION DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

  • Page 27: Cutting Head Adjustment

    MK-100 CUTTING HEAD ADJUSTMENT Adjusting the Cutting Head The Cutting Head is heavy. When loosening the Cutting Head Adjustment Knob, CAUTION the Cutting Head will pivot down unless held. Care must be used when changing the position of the Cutting Head.
  • Page 28 MK-100 CUTTING HEAD ADJUSTMENT Adjusting the Motor Post for Maximum Cutting Length The Cutting Head and Motor Post are heavy. Care must be used when changing CAUTION the position of the Cutting Head. NOTE: Do not unscrew the Motor Post Retaining Bolts completely. There is a Stand Off that needs to be removed with the Retaining Bolts.

  • Page 29: Cleanup

    Dispose of waste water in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws. Clean the Water Pump Place the Water Pump in an Run the MK-100 until clear suction of all debris external container water is seen at the blade cooling ports (Approx.

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    Perform the following after initial purchase and operation of the MK-100. Maintenance Following Use To extend the life of the MK-100, the following procedure should be performed after each use. Lubricate all points listed below with light oils such as, 3 in 1, WD-40, etc.
  • Page 31 MK-100 MAINTENANCE Monthly Maintenance Cont. Remove the Blade Guard. Remove the Cutting Head (Cut- Lubricate the threads on the Lubricate the Blade Guard ting Head Adjustment pg 25). Cutting Head Adjustment Pivot Shaft. Knob. Lubricate the Cutting Head Lubricate the Cutting Head Adjustment Knob Pivot Shaft.
  • Page 32 When this occurs, the blade will need to be dressed. The diamond blade can be dressed using the MK Dressing Stick (MK Diamond part number 152972) and by following the steps below. Cut the Dressing Stick 7 or 8 times to dress the Blade.
  • Page 33 MAINTENANCE V-Belt Inspection, Adjustment and Replacement The MK-100 is designed with power transmission Micro-V Belt. In order to ensure the MK-100 operates a peak efficiency, the Micro-V Belt should be inspected monthly, and changed if the Micro-V Belt shows damage and/or excessive wear.
  • Page 34 Push the motor toward the Remove the V-Belt. Install the new V-Belt front of the Cutting Head to (MK Diamond Part No. 158194). loosen the V-Belt. Verify the V-Belt is seated in Tighten the Motor Adjustment Check V-Belt tension (proper the grooves of both pulleys.
  • Page 35 MK-100 MAINTENANCE Cooling Flow Check cooling flow Adjusting Remove the Cooling Place Pump into a bucket of Clamp open. Transfer Tube from the water and check flow. Blade Guard inlet. Remove the Cooling Transfer Inspect and clean pump. Remove the Blade Guard Tube and check flow.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    MK-100 TROUBLESHOOTING Movable Cutting Table Does Not Move Correctly Check that the Guide Bar is Check the Movable Cutting clean - clean if dirty. table Roller Wheels for wear, replace if necessary. Blade will not cut properly Ensure the Blade Core is not...
  • Page 37 NOTES...
  • Page 38 MK-100 EXPLODED VIEW MK-100 Tile Saw Part # 158189...
  • Page 39 MK-100 PARTS LIST MK-100 Tile Saw Part # 158189 ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART # QTY. WRENCH, TILE SAW NUT 15/16 134684 PAN, PLASTIC MK-101 150634 WASHER, FLAT, SAE, 3/8 150923 SCREW, HEX HD, 5/16-18X1 151743 WASHER, LOCK, SPLIT, 5/16 151747...

  • Page 40: Exploded View

    MK-100 EXPLODED VIEW MK-100 Cutting Head Part # 158225 INCLUDED WITH ITEM 8...
  • Page 41 MK-100 PARTS LIST MK-100 Cutting Head Part # 158225 ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART # QTY. KEY, 3/16 SQ X 1-1/8 150344 WASHER, FLAT, SAE, 1/4 151915 SCREW, HEX HD, 1/4-20X3/4 152370 ASSY, BLADE GUARD, 101 152582 WASHER, LOCK, SPLIT, 1/4...

  • Page 42: Exploded View & Parts List

    Assy, Table Part # 158477-NC ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART # QTY. BAR, GUIDE PLATED MK-101 134759 SCREW, HEX HD, 5/16-18X1 151743 WASHER, LOCK, SPLIT, 5/16 151747 WASHER, FLAT, SAE, 5/16 151754 ASSY, WHEEL BRKT TSAW 151756 CASTING, TABLE MK-100 COMP 157660...
  • Page 43 MK-100 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Assy, Table Part # 170476 ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART # QTY. WASHER, LOCK, SPLIT, 3/8 150925 SHAFT, 10.63 PIVOT 153254 SCREW, SET, SOC, CUPT, 3/8-16X1/2 153710 PLATE, PRESSURE 155671 SCREW, 3/8-`16 X 2-1/2 HEX HEAD CAP...
  • Page 44 MK-100 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Blade Guard Part# 152582 ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART # QTY. SCREW, 5/16 - 18 X 1/2 SOCKET HD SET 152607 ELBOW, 1/2MNPT X 1/4 BARB, 90 DEG 154652 TUBE, WATER 155389 CASTING, 101 BLD GUARD-DC-COMP...

  • Page 45: Exploded View & Parts List

    MK-100 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Table Assembly Part# 158191 ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART # QTY. NUT, HEX, 5/16 - 18 101196 FLANGE, OUTER, 2 - 3/8 135830 NUT, HEX, 5/8-18 135848 BEARING, BALL, 17X40X12MM 137711 KEY, 3/16 SQ X 1-1/8...

  • Page 46: Theory Of Diamond Blades

    For WET cutting applications, MK has the exact blade to compliment both the material to be cut and the wet cutting machine to be used. During cutting operations, liberal amounts of water act as a coolant to support the cutting effectiveness and longevity of the WET blade.

  • Page 47: Accessories

    MK-10O TILE SAW ACCESSORIES ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION MK-200, 10 x 5/8 Arbor 137166 Premium grade Diamond Blade for smooth, chip-free cutting on tile. MK-215, 10 x 5/8 Arbor Supreme grade diamond blade for hard 128074 materials MK-315, 10 x 5/8 Arbor...

  • Page 48: Ordering Information

    • The Part Description for the part(s) being ordered NOTE: There is a $25.00 minimum order when ordering direct from MK Diamond. A $6.00 charge will be added to orders having a net billing value under $50.00. All purchases must be made using VISA, MasterCard or American Express.
  • Page 49 © COPYRIGHT 2014, MK DIAMOND PRODUCTS, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The MK Diamond logo is a registered trademark of MK Diamond Products, Inc. and may not be used, reproduced, or altered without written permission. All other trademarks are the property of their re- spective owners and used with permission.
  • Page 50 NOTES...
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  • Page 52 MK-100 TILE SAW OWNER'S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MK Diamond Products, Inc. 1315 Storm Parkway Torrance, CA 90501 Toll-Free: (800) 421-5830 Phone: (310) 539-5221 Fax: (310) 539-5158 www.mkdiamond.com...

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