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MK Diamond Products, Inc,
MK-100 TILE SAW
OWNER'S
MANUAL
PARTS LIST &
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Revision
100
08.2011
Manual Part# 158192
Caution:
Read all safety and operating
instructions
before using this equipment.
This parts list MUST
accompany
the equipment
at all times.
MK Diamond Products, Inc,

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  • Page 1 MK Diamond Products, Inc, www.mkdiamond.com MK-100 TILE SAW OWNER'S MANUAL PARTS LIST & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Revision 08.2011 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 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 dia- mond blades in the industry. Operated correctly, your MK-100 Tile Saw should provide you with years of service.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY Safety Messages General Safety Precautions California Proposition 65 Message Hazard Symbols 8-10 Electrical Requirements Safety Label Locations Product Specifications UNPACKING, TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY Unpacking Contents Transport Stand 16-17 Assembly SETUP, STARTUP, ADJUSTMENT, OPERATION and SHUTDOWN 18-20 Setup 20-23 Operation 24-26 Cutting Head Adjustment Cleanup...

  • Page 4: Safety Messages

    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.
  • Page 5 MAKE THE WORKSHOP KID PROOF Make the workshop kid proof by using padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL A power tool will do a job better and safer operating at the rate for which it was designed. USE THE RIGHT TOOL DO NOT force a tool or an attachment to do a job that it was not designed...

  • Page 6: California Proposition

    USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Consult the owner's manual for recommended accessories. Using improper accessories may increase the risk of personal or by-stander injury. NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL Serious injury could occur if a power tool is tipped, or if a cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

  • Page 7: Hazard Symbols

    HAZARD SYMBOLS ELECTRICAL SHOCK NEVER touch electrical wires or components while the motor is running. They can be sources of electrical shock which could cause severe injury or burns. ROTATING PARTS Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from all moving parts to prevent injury.

  • Page 8: Electrical Requirements

    ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In order to prevent potential electrical shock and injury, the following electrical safety precautions symbols should be followed at all times! WARNING In case of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric cur- rent to reduce the risk of electric shock.
  • Page 9 WARNING To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle getting wet, position the machine to one side of a wall mounted receptacle. This will prevent water from dripping onto 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 10 WARNING Use of under sized extension cords result in low voltage to the motor that can result in motor burnout and premature failure. MK Diamond warns that equipment returned us showing signs of being run in a low voltage condition,...

  • Page 11: Safety Label Locations

    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. Label D Label A Label B Label E...

  • Page 12: Product Specifications

    BLADE CAPACITY The MK-100 uses a ten (10) inch (254 mm) diameter, wet cutting continuous rim, MK Diamond blade with a five-eighths (5/8) inch (15.875 mm) arbor. TILE TYPES The MK-100 can cut a variety of tile types including stone, masonry, and lapidary products.

  • Page 13: Unpacking

    UNPACKING Your MK-100 has been shipped from the factory thoroughly inspected. Only minimal assembly required. CAUTION Use proper lifting techniques when lifting the MK-100. If not done, remove the MK-100, Cutting Head and accessory box from the carton. CONTENTS In your container, you will find one (1) MK-100 frame and water basin, one (1) MK-100 cutting head, one (1) 10-inch wet cutting continuous rim diamond...

  • Page 14: Transport

    TRANSPORT ,_CAUTION 1. The MK-100 weighs approximately ninety-six (96) pounds; use care when transporting. 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.

  • Page 15: Stand

    UNIVERSAL 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# 151889). NOTE: If using the Optional MK Diamond Stand, follow these steps Remove Water Basin.

  • Page 16: 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. Remove Adjusting Align Cutting Head Rear Install the Cutting Head onto Knob. Pivot Hole to the Post Pivot the Post Pivot Shaft and Shaft and slide onto shaft.
  • Page 17 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...
  • Page 18 PRE-START INSPECTION Prior to beginning work, a pre-start inspection of the saw should be performed. Ensure the ON/OFF Switch Verify the Movable Cutting Inspect the Diamond Blade for is in the OFF position. Table moves freely. damage. Verify the blade is cor- rect for the material being cut.

  • Page 19: Setup

    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. NOTE: To prevent pump damage, the Water Pump must be disconnected from its power supply if cutting with a Dry Blade.
  • Page 20 RE-CIRCULATION NOTE: When using the re-circulation method, the water should be changed often for longer pump life. Ensure the Drain Plug is in- Place the Water Pump in the stalled in the Water Basin. back of the Water Basin. NOTE: Ensure the power cord and cooling tube exit the water basin under the top rail of the frame.
  • Page 21 PORTABLE GENERATOR If using a portable generator to provide power, ensure the generator meets the following minimum requirements 120 Volts 20 Amps Single Phase GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTER Ground Fault Interrupters (GFCI) provide protection from the dangers of electrical hazards. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure...
  • Page 22 Section to increase/decrease flow). Diagonal NOTE: To cut diagonals, the Dual 45 ° Flat Angle Guide (MK Diamond Part No. 134557-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 23 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). Position the tile on the 45 ° Positionthe 45 ° Bullnose...
  • Page 24 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. _I_CAUTION DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

  • Page 25: Cutting Head Adjustment

    Adjusting the Cutting Head ,_CAUTION The Cutting Head is heavy. Care must be used when changing the position of the Cutting Head. Remove the blade and then Install the Cutting Head onto Remove the Cutting Head from the front pivot hole. Adjusting Knob.
  • Page 26 Adjusting the Post for Maximum Cutting Length _CAUTION The Cutting Head and Post are heavy. Care must be used when changing position of the Cutting Head. Remove the Cutting Head (Cut- Remove Water Basin. Blade Loosen the Post Support Plate ting Head Adjustment pg 25).

  • Page 27: Cleanup

    CLEANUP NOTE: If an external water source was used, steps A through C may be skipped. Dispose of waste water in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws. Run the MK-100 until clear Clean the Water Pump suc- Place the Water Pump in an tion of all debris external container...

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Perform the following after initial purchase and operation of the MK-100. Maintenance Following 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. Lubricate the Guide Bar.
  • Page 29 Monthly Maintenance Cont. Remove the Blade Guard. Lubricate the threads on the Remove the Cutting Head (Cut- Lubricate the Blade Guard ting Head Adjustment pg 25). Cutting Head Adjustment Pivot Shaft. Knob. Lubricate the Cutting Head Lubricate the Cutting Head Pivot Shaft.
  • Page 30 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 31 V-Belt Inspection, Adjustment and Replacement The MK-IO0 is designed with power transmission Micro-V Belt. In order to ensure the MK-IO0 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 32 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 ten- the grooves of both pulleys.
  • Page 33 Cooling Flow Check cooling flow Adjusting Remove the Cooling Transfer Place Pump into a bucket of Tube from the Blade Guard water and check flow. Clamp open. inlet. Remove the Blade Guard Remove the Cooling Transfer Inspect and clean pump. See Tube and check flow.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    Movable Cutting Table Does Not Move Correctly Check that the Guide Bar is Check the Movable Cutting table Roller Wheels for wear, clean - clean if dirty. replace if necessary. Blade will not cut properly Ensure the Blade Core is not Check for smoothness Check for proper blade rota- bent.
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  • Page 37 ACCESSORY PACK 134684 WRENCH, 15/16 CLOSED END 160310 CURTAIN, SPLASH 152571 BRACKET, SPLASH CURTAIN 151888 WlNGSCREW, 1/4 - 20 X 1/2 151915 WASHER, 1/4 SAE FLAT 151271 PUMP, 115V WATER 128397 FITTING, PLASTIC, 1/4 FNPT X 1/4 BARB 132951 HOSE, VINYL, 1/4 ID 154394 CLAMP, FLOW, 1/4- 1/2 155745...
  • Page 38 BLADE GUARD 162473 SCREW, HEX HEAD (NOT SHOWN) 162481 BLADE GUARD, 110/115 154652 ELBOW, 1/8 MNPT X 1/4 BARB 90 ° BRASS 155389 TUBE, WATER 152607 SCREW_ 5/16 - 18 X 1/2 SOCKET HEAD SET 157249-01 LABEL, TILE SAW SERIAL NUMBER SUBASSEMBLY, 115V CUTTING HEAD, MK-100 158191...
  • Page 39 ASSEMBLY, TABLE TABLE 157660 TABLE, 100 152227 BEARING, 3/4 ID MULTILUBE 151754 WASHER, 5/16 SAE FLAT 151747 WASHER_ 5/16 SPLIT LOCK 151743 SCREW, 5/16 - 18 X 1 HEX HEAD CAP GUIDE BAR 134759 BAR, 3/4 X 32 GUIDE, 101 151743 SCREW, 5/16 - 18 X 1 HEX HEAD CAP 151747...

  • Page 40: Theory Of Diamond Blades 4O

    Blade • The preference of the operator In the case of DRY cutting, the overwhelming popularity and quantity of hand-held saws and the flexible nature of MK Diamond blades to professionally handle most ceramic, masonry, stone and concrete materials, make the DRY cutting blade a very attractive tool.
  • Page 41 iTEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION MK-200, 10 × 5/8 Arbor 137166 Premium grade Diamond Blade for smooth, chip-free cutting on tile. MK-215, 10 × 5/8 Arbor 128074 Supreme grade diamond blade for hard materials MK-315, 10 × 5/8 Arbor 153252 Supreme super hi-rim diamond blade Dual 45 °...

  • Page 42: Ordering Information

    MK Diamond distributor or, you may order direct from MK Diamond. NOTE: There is a $25.00 minimum order when ordering direct from MK Diamond. All purchases must be made using VISA, MasterCard or American Express. When ordering direct from MK Diamond,...
  • Page 44 MK-100 TILE SAW OWNER'S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MK Diamond Products, Inc. MK Diamond Products, Inc. 1315 Storm Parkway Torrance, CA 90501 Toll-Free: (800) 421-5830 Phone: (310) 539-5221 Fax: (31 O) 539-5158 www.mkdiamond.com...

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