MK-377 TILE SAW www.mkdiamond.com OWNERS MANUAL PARTS LIST & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Revision 100 05.2010 Manual Part# 160030 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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INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a MK-377 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-377 Saw should provide you with years of service. In order to help you, we have included this manual.
MK-377 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.
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MK-377 SAW SAFETY MAKE THE WORKSHOP KID PROOF Make the workshops 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.
MK-377 SAW SAFETY 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.
MK-377 SAW SAFETY HAZARD SYMBOLS ELECTRICAL SHOCK NEVER touch electrical wires or components while the engine 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.
MK-377 SAW SAFETY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In order to prevent potential 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 electric cur- rent to reduce the risk of electric shock.
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MK-377 SAW SAFETY 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.
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MK-377 SAW SAFETY WARNING To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch the plug with wet hands. WARNING Use of under sized extension cords result in low voltage to the motor that can result in motor burnout and premature failure.
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. Tile Saws CAUTION WARNING...
General Description The MK-377 Tile Saw is engineered as a tabletop wet tile saw. The saw includes a powerful 120V electric motor. The saw is capable of cutting tile up to fourteen (14) inches in length. The saw can cut an object two (2) inches thick in one pass.
2. Never transport the MK-377 with water in the Water Pan. The MK-377 is designed with a rigid frame and removable Cutting Head making the saw easily transportable. To lift the saw, grasp the front and back of the frame at the lift points shown below.
MK-377 SAW INSTALLATION Follow the assembly instructions to prepare your MK-377 for operation. CUTTING HEAD INSTALLATION Loosen the Blade Guard Remove the Blade Guard Locate and remove Retaining Knob Wingnut and then remove the three Cutting Head the Blade Guard...
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MK-377 SAW INSTALLATION Place the Blade Wrench on Install Diamond Blade onto Verify the Directional Arrow of the Blade Retaining Nut and Blade Shaft the Blade faces outward and remove the Blade Retaining matches the Directional Arrow Nut and Outer Flange...
MK-377 SAW ASSEMBLY ADJUSTABLE CUTTING GUIDE INSTALLATION NOTE: The Adjustable Cutting Guide can be used on either side of the Diamond Blade. Loosen Adjustable Cutting Guide Place the Adjustable Cutting Guide retaining thumbscrew and place it onto the Movable Cutting and tighten...
MK-377 SAW ASSEMBLY Inspect the MK-377 for Verify the Movable Cutting damage – ensure the cord is Table moves freely free of cracks or cuts WATER PUMP PREPARATION Connect the Cooling Transfer Place the Water Pump in the Press the end of the Cooling...
OPERATION SETUP FOR OPERATION CAUTION 1. Before connecting the MK-377 to a power supply, be sure the voltage, cycle and phase meet the requirements of table below. 2. If using an extension cord, make sure the length and wire gauge correspond to the requirements listed in the table on page 10.
MK-377 SAW OPERATION ADJUSTMENT & OPERATION CAUTION DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. Loosen the retaining thumbscrew Place the tile against the Turn the motor ON and verify...
CAUTION Ensure the saw is disconnected before completing the remainder of the cleanup process. Fill the Water Pan with Run the MK-377 until clear Dispose of the contents of water is seen at the blade clean water the Water Pan and clean the cooling ports (Approx.
Assembly LOCKOUT The MK-377 is equipped with a lockout device that can be used during maintenance and troubleshooting to render the saw in operable. The lockout can also be used to prevent unauthorized use. Locate the Lockout Pin in the...
When this occurs, the blade will need to be dressed. The diamond blade can be dressed using the MK Dressing Stick (part# 152972) and by following the steps below. Setup the MK-377 for operation Set the Adjustable Cutting...
MK-377 SAW MAINTENANCE MOTOR BRUSH CHANGE-OUT Disconnect the tool before servicing and when changing accessories, such as WARNING blades and bits. Locate and loosen one Motor Remove the Motor Brush Remove the old Motor Brush Brush Housing Cover using a flat...
MK-377 SAW TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Blade will not cut properly. Check for Smoothness or Check for proper rotation Ensure the Blade Core is not "Glazing" (Dress blade if needed) bent and Arbor is not out of round Verify the blade is correct for the...
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MK-377 SAW TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: "Rodding" cooling channels is performed by inserting a small wire rod through the cooling inlet on top of the Blade Guard and directing the rod out through each of the cooling flow tubes located on the underside of the Blade Guard. The cooling channels should be "rodded"...
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MK-377 SAW TROUBLESHOOTING BLADE STOPS TURNING Check the ON/OFF Switch is in Verify all plugs are fully Check to see if the Ground Fault the ON position connected Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) tripped Verify the circuit breaker is at least Verify circuit breaker not...
ORDERING & RETURN ORDERING INFORMATION You may order MK Diamond products through your local 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.
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