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MK Diamond Products MK-145 Series Owner's Manual & Operating Instructions

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MK-145 SERIES
TILE SAW
OWNER'S MANUAL &
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
Read all safety and
operating instructions
before using this
equipment
Enter the Serial Number of your new saw in the
space below. The Serial Number is located on the
left side of the blade guard.
SERIAL NUMBER:
NOTE:
For your (1) one year warranty to be effective,
complete the warranty card (including the Serial
Number and mail it in as soon as possible.
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  • Page 1 MK-145 SERIES TILE SAW OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Read all safety and operating instructions before using this equipment Enter the Serial Number of your new saw in the space below. The Serial Number is located on the left side of the blade guard.

  • Page 2: Mk-145 Revision 1, Effective Date – December 14,2000

    INTRODUCTION: We at MK Diamond want to congratulate you on selecting the MK-145 Tile Saw. We are certain that you will be pleased with your purchase. MK Diamond takes pride in producing the finest products in the industry. Operated correctly, your MK-145 should provide you with years of quality service.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Parts List THEORY Theory of Diamond Saws ACCESSORIES ORDERING and RETURN INSTRUCTIONS Accessories Ordering Information Return Material Policy Packaging Instructions Authorized Service Centers Manual Part No. 158286 Revision No. 1 MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14,2000 Page 3...

  • Page 4: Safety Messages

    DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations nor expose them to rain. Always keep the work area well lighted. MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14,2000 Page 4 Table of Contents...

  • Page 5: Mk-145 Revision 1, Effective Date – December 14, 2000

    DISCONNECT TOOLS. Power tools should always be disconnected before servicing or when changing accessories such as, blades, bits, cutters, and the like. MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000 Page 5 Table of Contents...

  • Page 6: Mk-145 Revision 1, Effective Date – December 14, 2000

    ROTATING OR MOVING PARTS! Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from all moving parts to prevent injury. Never operate a power tool with covers, shrouds, or guards removed. MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000 Page 6...

  • Page 7: California Proposition 65 Message

    • Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3- pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug • Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000 Page 7...
  • Page 8 Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to Drip Loop the tool. Then unplug and examine for presence of water in FIGURE 2 the receptacle. MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000 Page 8 Table of Contents...
  • Page 9 As an example, a fifty (50) foot extension cord would require an AWG size of 16. Extension Cord Minimum Gage for Length Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet 120V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft 150 ft. TABLE 1 MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000 Page 9 Table of Contents...

  • Page 10: Lock Out

    • Use tool only with smooth edge cutting blades free of openings and grooves • Replace damaged cutting blade before operating • Do not fill water bath above water fill line MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000 Page 10...

  • Page 11: Product Specifications

    SAFETY: PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: The MK-145 is a versatile tabletop tile saw. Operated and used according to this manual, the MK-145 will provide years of dependable service. General Description: The MK-145 tile saw is engineered as a self-contained wet saw consisting of a powerful 115v motor in a hard plastic case.

  • Page 12: Contents

    13.), and remove the accessories package from the Water Basin. CONTENTS: In your container, you will find one (1) MK-145, one (1) 4-1/2 inch continuous rim diamond blade, one (1) adjustable tile guide, one (1) adjustable cutting guide, one (1) adjustable blade guard with support angle, one (1) wrench, one (1) blade guard support screw, one (1) warranty card and this manual (See below).

  • Page 13: Assembly

    UNPACKING, TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY: ASSEMBLY: Follow the assembly instructions to prepare your MK-145 for operation. Blade Guard Installation: STEP ACTION Remove Water Basin Cover Removal a) Lift Water Basin Cover Direction b) Pull out on Water Basing Cover to Remove...

  • Page 14: Mk-145 Revision 1, Effective Date – December

    Retaining Tab a) Insert the three (3) Cover Retaining Tabs into the three (3) Cover Alignment Slots b) Seat the Water Basin Cover on the MK-145 Alignment Slot Adjustable Cutting Guide Installation: NOTE: The Adjustable Cutting Guide can be used on either side of the Diamond Blade.

  • Page 15: Setup, Adjustment And Operation Setup

    Check for damaged, broken, or missing parts. • Verify the On/Off switch is in the OFF position. • Before connecting the MK-145 to a power supply, be sure the voltage, cycle and phase of the job site power source meet the requirements of TABLE 3...

  • Page 16: Mk-145 Revision 1, Effective Date – December

    If an extension cord is used, first verify it meets the requirements of TABLE 1 (page 9). Plug the MK-145 into the extension cord, plug the extension cord into a GFCI and finally, plug the GFCI into the power source in that order.

  • Page 17: Adjustment And Operation

    Set Blade Guard above the top of the tile Turn on the MK-145 a) Turn on the MK-145 b) Verify Cooling Water Flow around Blade Guard Switch ON DO NOT FORCE TOOL, it will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
  • Page 18 Set Blade Guard above the top of the Tile Blade Guard Set Turn on the MK-145 a) Turn on the MK-145 b) Verify Cooling Water Flow around Blade Guard Switch ON DO NOT FORCE TOOL, it will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
  • Page 19 Set the Blade Guard Set Blade Guard a) Set Blade Guard above the top of the tile Turn on the MK-145 c) Turn on the MK-145 d) Verify Cooling Water Flow around Blade Guard On Position MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000...
  • Page 20 (forcing the tile will cause the blade to slow which could cause motor overheating) Feed Tile Slowly Cutting Complete a) Turn saw off when cutting is complete Off Position MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000 Page 20 Table of Contents...

  • Page 21: Cleanup

    Never empty the Cooling Basin with the ON/OFF switch in the ON position, or when power is applied. NOTE: DO NOT use solvents or acids when cleaning the MK-145. De-energize the MK-145 a) Verify the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF...

  • Page 22: Maintenance And Troubleshooting Maintenance

    MK Dressing Stick (part number 152792) and by following the steps below. STEP ACTION Set Up for Operation a) Setup the MK-145 for operation (as described in the THEORY, SETUP, ADJUSTMENT AND OPERATION section) Set Up for Operation...
  • Page 23 De-energize the MK-145 a) Verify the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position Off Position Un Plug the MK-145 a) Unplug the MK-145 from the power source b) Unplug the MK-145 from the GCFI Unplug Remove Water Basin Cover Removal...
  • Page 24 Install the Outer Flange and Retaining-nut d) Hold the Retaining-nut still with the Wrench e) Rotate the Diamond Blade counter-clockwise to tighten – DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN Outer Flange and Retaining-nut MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000 Page 24 Table of Contents...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    • If the power source is at 115v, go to step 6 Return the MK-145 for Repair Return to • Return the MK-145 for repair per the Return MK Diamond Instructions section of this procedure for Repair MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date –...
  • Page 26 • If the blade is not correct, obtain the correct blade • If the blade is correct, go to step 5 Return the MK-145 for Repair • Return the MK-145 for repair per the Return Return to MK Diamond Instructions section of this procedure...

  • Page 27: Exploded View And Parts List Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW and PARTS LIST: EXPLODED VIEW: MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000 Page 27 Table of Contents...

  • Page 28: Parts List

    Motor Assembly 158307 Flange Assembly 158308 Blade Guard Assembly 158309 Cutting Table Cover Assembly 158310 Diamond Blade 158311 MK-145 Molded Base 158312 MK-145 Molded Top 158313 Power Cord 158314 Warning Label 158315 Nameplate Label 158316 Mounting Screws (Top to Base)
  • Page 29 Additionally, using water adds to the overall safety of cutting operations by keeping the dust signature down. Know All You Can About the Material You Wish to Cut MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000 Page 29...

  • Page 30: Accessories Ordering And Return Instructions Accessories

    ACCESSORIES, ORDERING and RETURN INSTRUCTIONS: ACCESSORIES: ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION 158309 Blade Guard Assembly 158304 Diagonal Cutting Guide 158305 Adjustable Cutting Guide 158311 Diamond Blade 152610 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter MK-145 Revision 1, Effective date – December 14, 2000 Page 30 Table of Contents...

  • Page 31: Ordering Information

    ACCESSORIES, ORDERING and RETURN INSTRUCTIONS: 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 or MasterCard.
  • Page 32 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. MK DIAMOND PRODUCTS, INC 1315 STORM PARKWAY, TORRANCE, CA 90509-2803 310 539 5158...

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