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MK Diamond Products MK-101 Owner's Manual & Parts List

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Revision 105
Manual Part# 158192-BD
Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions
before using this equipment. This owner's manual
MUST accompany the equipment at all times.
MK-101 TRIM SAW WITH ROCK VISE
OWNER'S MANUAL, PARTS LIST
Part # 164564
12.2021

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  • Page 1 MK-101 TRIM SAW WITH ROCK VISE OWNER’S MANUAL, PARTS LIST Part # 164564 Revision 105 12.2021 Manual Part# 158192-BD Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions before using this equipment. This owner’s manual MUST accompany the equipment at all times.
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a MK-101 Trim 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-101 Trim 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 Page SAFETY Safety Messages Damage Prevention Message General Safety Precautions California Proposition 65 Message Canadian French Safety Translation 9-14 Electrical Requirements 15-18 Safety Label Locations Product Specifications ASSEMBLY Unpacking Contents Transport Stand (Optional) Assembly 23-25 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT AND OPERATION Setup 26-28 Operation...

  • Page 4: Safety Messages

    MK-101 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: Electrical Shock

    MK-101 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-101 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. Keeping your hands free to operate a power tool is safer.

  • Page 7: Check For Damaged Parts

    MK-101 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: Silica Dust Warning

    MK-101 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: Messages De Sécurité

    MK-101 DE SÉCURITÉ Lisez et suivez toutes les consignes de sécurité, d'utilisation et d'entretien. Ne pas lire et suivre ces consignes pourrait entraîner des blessures, voire la mort, pour vous ou d'autres personnes. Ne pas lire et suivre ces consignes pourrait aussi endommager et/ou raccourcir la durée de vie de l'équipement.
  • Page 10 MK-101 DE SÉCURITÉ ÉQUIPEMENT DE PROTECTION INDIVIDUELLE Portez TOUJOURS l'équipement de protection respiratoire, auriculaire et oculaire homologué lors de l'utilisation de cet outil. DÉMARRAGES ACCIDENTELS! Avant de démarrer le moteur, vérifiez que le commutateur MARCHE-ARRÊT est en position ARRÊT (OFF) pour empêcher tout démarrage accidentel. Placez le commutateur MARCHE- ARRÊT en position ARRÊT (OFF) avant toute intervention d'entretien.
  • Page 11 MK-101 DE SÉCURITÉ UTILISER DES VÊTEMENTS APPROPRIÉS NE PAS porter de vêtements amples, gants, cravates, bagues, bracelets ou autres bijoux susceptibles de se prendre dans les pièces mobiles. Le port de chaussures antidérapantes est recommandé. Les cheveux longs doivent être ramassés sous un couvre-chef.

  • Page 12: Sens De Rotation

    MK-101 DE SÉCURITÉ VÉRIFICATION DES PIÈCES ENDOMMAGÉES Avant d'utiliser un outil électrique, vérifier s'il y a des pièces endommagées. Examiner soigneusement les pièces et dispositifs de protection qui semblent endommagés afin de déterminer s'ils fonctionnent correctement et remplissent les fonctions prévues. Vérifier toujours l'alignement et le réglage corrects des pièces mobiles.
  • Page 13 MK-101 DE SÉCURITÉ AVERTISSEMENT SUR LA POUSSIÈRE DE SILICE La rectification/la coupe/le perçage de la maçonnerie, du béton, du métal et d'autres matériaux contenant de la silice dans leur composition peut dégager de la poussière ou des nuages contenant de la silice cristalline.
  • Page 14 MK-101 DE SÉCURITÉ SÉCURITÉ DU MOTEUR ÉLECTRIQUE Pour les soins et les interventions d'entretien du moteur électrique, reportez-vous au livret d'instructions de votre moteur électrique fourni avec le moteur électrique. Protéger le moteur électrique contre la poussière autant que possible et garder les ouvertures de ventilation propres. Avant de brancher l'outil, s'assurer que la tension de sortie est dans la plage indiquée sur la plaque signalétique de l'outil.

  • Page 15: Electric Motor Safety

    MK-101 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. Before plugging in the machine, make sure that the outlet voltage is within the voltage marked on the machines's data plate.

  • Page 16: Electrical Requirements

    MK-101 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 17 MK-101 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," shown in the picture below, should be arranged by the user to properly position the power cord relative to the power source.
  • Page 18 MK-101 SAFETY WARNING 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 19: Safety Label Locations

    MK-101 SAFETY 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 be- comes hard to read, contact MK Diamond or your dealer for a replacement.

  • Page 20: Product Specifications

    General Specifications The MK-101 Trim Saw is engineered as a tabletop or stand mounted wet trim saw. The saw includes a powerful 120V totally enclosed capacitor start electric motor with a thermal protective overload. The saw is capable of cutting material up to twenty (20) inches in length. The saw can cut an object three (3) inches thick in one pass.

  • Page 21: Assembly

    Use proper lifting techniques when lifting the MK-101. CONTENTS In your container, you will find one (1) MK-101 frame and water basin, one (1) MK-101 Cutting Head, one (1) 10-inch wet cutting continuous rim diamond blade, one (1) adjustable cutting guide, one (1)

  • Page 22: Transport

    The MK-101 is designed with a rigid frame and removable Cutting Head. Two people are required to transport the MK-101 with the Cutting Head installed. Remove the Cutting Head if one person is transporting the saw (see Cutting Head Installation and Removal in the following section).

  • Page 23: Assembly

    MK-101 ASSEMBLY Follow the assembly instructions to prepare your MK-101 for operation. NOTE: If the cutting head is installed, go to the next step. CUTTING HEAD INSTALLATION Remove the Cutting Head Stop Align Cutting Head front Pivot Install the Cutting Head into Bolt.

  • Page 24: Diamond Blade Installation

    MK-101 ASSEMBLY DIAMOND BLADE INSTALLATION NOTE: When installing the Retaining Nut, do not “cross-thread” and DO NOT over tighten. Position Movable Cutting Table Locate the Shaft Lock push Depress and hold the Shaft Lock to the front of the saw and...

  • Page 25: Adjustable Cutting Guide Installation

    MK-101 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 Cutting Table Ruler/Stop.

  • Page 26: Setup

    – ensure the cord is free of cracks or cuts. CONNECTING THE WATER PUMP 1. To prevent the possibility electrical shock, the MK-101 MUST be WARNING de-energized when connecting the Water Pump. 2. To prevent the possibility of electrical shock, use only MK Diamond qualified...

  • Page 27: Water Pump Setup For Operation

    MK-101 SETUP Connect the Cooling Trans- Connect the Water Pump power fer Tube to the inlet connec- cord to the connection found on tion of the Blade Guard. the back of the motor. WATER PUMP SETUP FOR OPERATION The Water Pump can be setup for operation in two ways, External Water Source or Re-circulation.

  • Page 28: Portable Generator

    Check for damaged, broken, or missing parts. 2. Verify the On/Off switch is in the OFF position. 3. Before connecting the MK-101 to a power supply, be sure the voltage, cycle and phase of the job site power source meet the requirements.

  • Page 29: Operation

    MK-101 OPERATION SET CUTTING DEPTH When loosening the Cutting Head Adjusting Knob, the Cutting Head will pivot CAUTION down unless held. Set cutting depth approximately Ensure the Adjusting Knob Loosen Cutting Head Knob and 1/4 to 1/2 inch below the surface is tight.

  • Page 30: Adjustment

    MK-101 ADJUSTMENT CUTTING WITH ROCK VISE Place material in vise. Tighten Tighten wingnut farthest from Loosen front wingnut to wingnut closest to material first. material. position material to desired thickness and tighten. ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEAD CAUTION The Cutting Head is heavy. Care must be used when changing the position of the Cutting Head.
  • Page 31 MK-101 ADJUSTMENT NOTE: For small tiles (6” tile or smaller) the Cutting Head should be in the rear pivot hole and the Post should be in the forward post retaining hole. For large tiles and maximum cutting length, the Cutting Head should be in the front pivot hole and the Post should be in the rear post retaining hole.

  • Page 32: Cleanup

    2. Dispose of waste water in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws. Clean the Water Pump suc- Place the Water Pump in an Run the MK-101 until clear wa- tion of all debris. Refer to water external container.

  • Page 33: Maintenance Following Use

    Inspection) MAINTENANCE FOLLOWING USE To extend the life of the MK-101, the following procedure should be performed after each use. Lubricate all points listed below with light oils such as, MK Linear Guide Bar Lubricant, 3-IN-ONE oil, or other multipurpose spray lubricant.

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    MK-101 MAINTENANCE MONTHLY MAINTENANCE The following maintenance should be performed Monthly. Lubricate the Inner Flange. Remove the Diamond Blade. Lubricate the Outer Flange and Retaining-nut. Verify all motor mounting Verify the Motor Adjustment Verify the Roller Wheel Bolts are tight.

  • Page 35: Flow Adjustment

    MK-101 MAINTENANCE Lubricate the Cutting Head Lubricate the Cutting Head Adjustment Knob retaining Pivot Shaft. holes. FLOW ADJUSTMENT NOTE: If flow to the diamond blade requires adjustment, perform the following actions. Increase cooling flow by releas- Reduce cooling flow by ing the Flow Adjusting Clamp.

  • Page 36: Blade Dressing

    MK-101 MAINTENANCE BLADE DRESSING Like most cutting instruments, a diamond blade performs best when it is dressed. Over time and use, diamonds on the outer edge of the blade will become smoothed or "glazed" over. This will reduce grinding efficiency and may cause the blade to "wander" or bend giving the illusion of an alignment problem.
  • Page 37 MAINTENANCE BELT INSPECTIOIN, ADJSTMENT AND REPLACEMENT MK-101 is designed with a power transmission V-belt. In order to ensure the MK-101 operates at peak efficiency, the V-belt should be inspected monthly, and change if the V-belt shows damage and/or excessive wear.
  • Page 38 MK-101 MAINTENANCE Push the motor toward the front Remove the Micro-V Belt. Install the new Micro-V Belt. of the Cutting Head to loosen (MK Diamond Part No. 158194) the Micro-V Belt. Verify the Micro-V Belt is seated Tighten the Motor Adjustment Check Micro-V Belt tension (prop- in the grooves of both pulleys.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    MK-101 TROUBLESHOOTING BLADE WILL NOT CUT PROPERLY Ensure the Blade Core is not bent. Check for Smoothness or Check for proper blade rotation. Verify the blade is correct for the "Glazing.” (See Blade Dress- Ensure arrow engraved on blade material being used.

  • Page 40: Cooling Flow

    MK-101 TROUBLESHOOTING COOLING FLOW Check cooling flow Adjusting Remove the Cooling Transfer Place Pump into a bucket of Clamp open. Tube from the Blade Guard water and check flow. inlet. Remove the Cooling Transfer Inspect and clean pump. See Remove the Blade Guard In- Tube and check flow.

  • Page 41: Blade Stops Turning

    MK-101 TROUBLESHOOTING BLADE STOPS TURNING Allow motor to cool and Verify all plugs fully installed. depress motor Overload Check Ground Fault Circuit Reset Switch. Interrupter. NOTE: Verify circuit breaker at least 20 amps - if not, move to 20-amp circuit.

  • Page 42: Exploded View

    MK-101 EXPLODED VIEW MK-101 TRIM SAW P/N 164564...

  • Page 43: Parts List

    MK-101 PARTS LIST MK-101 TRIM SAW P/N 164564 Item Description Part # WRENCH, TILE SAW NUT 15/16 134684 PAN, PLASTIC MK-101 150634 WASHER, FLAT, SAE, 3/8 150923 SCREW, HEX HD, 5/16 - 18 X 1 151743 WASHER, LOCK, SPLIT, 5/16...
  • Page 44 MK-101 EXPLODED VIEW ASSY CUTTING HEAD P/N 158478 INCLUDED WITH ITEM #8 INCLUDED WITH ITEM #8...
  • Page 45 WASHER, 1/4 SPLIT LOCK 152591 SCREW, HEX HD TAP, 1/4 - 20 X 1 152676 SCREW, 5/16 -18 X 3/8 SOCKET HEAD SET 157083 ASSY, SBU, CUTTING HEAD MK-101 158191 BELT, 6J260 158194 PULLEY, 6J19 X 5/8 BORE 158199 CASTING, 101 BELT GUARD-COMP...
  • Page 46 MK-101 EXPLODED VIEW ASSY SUB HEAD P/N 158191...
  • Page 47 MK-101 PARTS LIST ASSY SUB HEAD P/N 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 150344...

  • Page 48: Exploded View & Parts List

    MK-101 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST ASSY FRAME P/N 170476 Item Description Part # WASHER, LOCK, SPLIT, 3/8 150925 SHAFT, 10.63 PIVOT 153254 SCREW, SET, SOC, CUPT, 3.8 - 16 X 1/2 153710 PLATE, PRESSURE 155671 SCREW, 3/8 16 X 2 -1/2 HEX HEAD CAP...
  • Page 49 MK-101 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST ASSY TABLE P/N 158477-NC Item Description Part # BAR, GUIDE PLATED MK-101 134759 SCREW, HEX HD, 5/16 - 18 X 1 151743 WASHER, LOCK, SPLIT, 5/16 151747 WASHER, FLAT, SAE, 5/16 151754 ASSY, WHEEL BRKT TSAW...
  • Page 50 MK-101 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST ASSY BLADE GUARD P/N 152582 Item Description Part # SCREW, 5/16 - 18 X 1/2 SOCKET HD SET 152607 ELBOW, 1/8MNPT X 1/4 BARB, 90 DEG 154652 TUBE, WATER 155389 CASTING, 101 BLD GUARD-DC-COMP...
  • Page 51 MK-101 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST ASSY ROLLER WHEEL P/N 151756 Item Description Part # WHEEL, ROLLER 151799 NUT, HEX, 1/4 - 20 151893 SCREW, HEX HEAD 1/4 -20 X 1-1/2" 151914 WASHER, 1/4 SAE FLAT 151915 BRACKET, ROLLER WHEEL...
  • Page 52 MK-101 EXPLODED VIEW ASSY ROCK VISE P/N 162523...
  • Page 53 MK-101 PARTS LIST ASSY ROCK VISE P/N 162523 Item Description Part # WASHER, 3/8 SAE FLAT 150923 5/16 FENDER WASHER 151053 WASHER, 5/16 SAE FLAT 151754 SCREW, 1/4-20 X 3/4 FLAT HEAD PHILLIPS MACHINE 154657 NUT, WING 5/16 18 161037...
  • Page 54 NOTES...
  • Page 55 NOTES...

  • Page 56: Accessories

    MK-101 ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES: ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION MK-200. 10 X 5/8 ARBOR Premium grade Diamond Blade for smooth, 137166 chip-free cutting on tile. MK-215, 10 X 5/8 ARBOR Supreme grade diamond blade for 128074 hard materials MK-315, 10 X 5/8 ARBOR...
  • Page 57 NOTES...

  • Page 58: Ordering And Return Information

    ORDERING AND RETURN INFORMATION ORDERING INFORMATION You may order MK Diamond products through your local MK Diamond distributor or, you may order direct from MK Diamond. When ordering direct from MK Diamond, please have the following information ready before calling: •...

  • Page 59: Warranty

    © COPYRIGHT 2017, 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 60 MK-101 TRIM SAW OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTION 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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