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MK-2000 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-2000 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 INTRODUCTION We at MK Diamond want to congratulate you on selecting the MK-2000 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-2000 should provide you with years of quality 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 and Hazard Symbols California Proposition 65 Message Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions Safety Label Locations Tile Saw Specific Warnings Product Specifications UNPACKING, TRANSPORT, UNIVERSAL STAND, and ASSEMBLY Unpacking Contents Transport...

  • Page 4: Safety

    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 MESSAGES: Safety messages inform the user about potential hazards that could lead to injury, death and/or equipment damage.
  • Page 5 SAFETY USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. If using an extension cord make sure it is in good condition first. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage that will result in a loss of power and overheating.

  • Page 6: California Proposition 65 Message

    SAFETY Hazard Symbols: ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Never touch electrical wires or components while the motor is running. Exposed, frayed or worn electrical motor wiring can be sources of electrical shock that could cause severe injury or burns. ACCIDENTAL STARTS! Before plugging the equipment into an electrical outlet, be sure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position to prevent accidental starting.

  • Page 7: Electrical Requirements And Grounding Instructions

    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! In case of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
  • Page 8 Use of undersize 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 customers expense.

  • Page 9: Safety Label Locations

    Safety labels are located according to Figures 1 through 5 below. The 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...

  • Page 10: Product Specifications

    The motor is protected by a thermal overload equipped with a manual reset. Blade Capacity: The MK-2000 is designed for use with a 14-inch diameter segmented wet or dry MK Diamond blade with a .110 to .375 inch cutting width.

  • Page 11: Unpacking, Transport, Universal Stand And Assembly Unpacking

    UNPACKING, TRANSPORT, UNIVERSAL STAND and ASSEMBLY UNPACKING: Your MK-2000 has been shipped from the factory thoroughly inspected. Only minimal assembly is required. Use proper lifting techniques when lifting the MK-2000. CONTENTS: In your container, you will find one (1) MK-2000 and water basin, one (1) MK-2000 movable cutting table, one (1) adjustable cutting guide, one (1) electric water pump, one (1) pump discharge fitting, one (1) cooling transfer tube, one (1) flow adjusting clamp, one (1) drain plug, one (1) blade wrench, one (1) owners manual, one (1) pump manual and one (1) warranty card.

  • Page 12: Universal Stand

    The MK-2000 weighs one hundred and sixty-five (165) pounds; follow the guidelines for transport in the TRANSPORT section, when placing it on the stand. Note: If using the MK Diamond, Universal Stand, follow the following steps. Front of Rear of...

  • Page 13: Assembly

    UNPACKING, TRANSPORT, UNIVERSAL STAND and ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY: Follow the assembly instructions in this section to prepare your MK-2000 for operation. 1. Releasing Cutting Head: The following actions will cause the Cutting Head to rotate upward, hold the saw by the handle and control the upward movement.

  • Page 14: Diamond Blade Installation

    UNPACKING, TRANSPORT, UNIVERSAL STAND and ASSEMBLY 4. Diamond Blade Installation: NOTE: When installing the diamond blade retaining-bolt, ensure the threads of the bolt are aligned with the threads of the drive shaft so as not to “cross-thread" the bolt. Turn counter- Blade Wrench Retaining Screw clockwise to loosen...

  • Page 15: Setup, Adjustment And Operation Setup

    To prevent the possibility electrical shock, the MK-2000 MUST be de-energized 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 if cutting with a Dry Blade.

  • Page 16: Water Pump Setup For Operation

    SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION 3. Water Pump Setup for Operation: The Water Pump can be setup for operation in two ways, External Water Source or Re-circulation. NOTE: If using a dry blade for operation, DO NOT connect the water pump. I.
  • Page 17 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION 4 MK-2000 Setup for Operation: 1. Before powering or starting, check for damage that could prevent this equipment from proper operation or performing it’s intended function. Check for binding and alignment of moving parts. Check for damaged, broken, or missing parts. 2.

  • Page 18: Adjustment And Operation

    SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION: NOTE: 1. Step Cutting is the preferred cutting method for all cuts. 2. When cutting hard material Step Cutting should always be used. 3. Step Cutting will extend the life of the Diamond Blade. 1.

  • Page 19: Chop Cutting

    SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION ON/OFF Switch Position Turn the Saw off when cutting is complete 2. Chop Cutting: A Chop Cut is performed by cutting completely through an object in one pass. Note: Skip steps E and F, if cutting dry. Masonry Piece Masonry Piece Adjustable...
  • Page 20 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION Cut in smooth even strokes; do not force the saw to cut. Continue to Lower Position Masonry Hold Masonry Lower Cutting Head until Piece below Blade Stationery Smoothly Cut Complete to Cut Lower the Cutting Head to Continue lowering the Cutting Position the Masonry Piece begin the cut...
  • Page 21 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION Adjustable Ruler/Stop Masonry Piece Adjustable Masonry Piece Cutting Guide Cutting Guide Measuring Ruler point Markings Ruler/Stop Set the Adjustable Cutting Guide Place the Masonry Piece onto Verify the Masonry Piece is to the desired length indicated the Movable Cutting Table seated against the Ruler/Stop on the side of the Ruler/Stop...

  • Page 22: Angle Cuts

    SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION 4. Angle Cuts: Angle Cuts may be performed using any cutting method. The following example uses the Step Cut method. Note: Skip steps F and F, if cutting dry. Turn counter- Adjustable Align 45° Slots clockwise to loosen Cutting Guide to Ruler/Stop Place Work...

  • Page 23: Cleanup

    SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION ON/OFF Switch Position Continue Steps "H" and "I" to complete cut Repeat steps H and I until Turn the Saw off when cutting cutting is complete is complete 5. Cleanup: NOTES: 1. If an external water source was used, steps A through C may be skipped. 2.
  • Page 24 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION Drain Plug Clean Water Basin Slide Water Pan out rear of Saw Remove Drain Plug and Clean Water Basin with soap Remove the Water Pan dispose of water (conform to and clean water Federal, State and local laws for disposal) Ensure water is not forced into the motor casing when cleaning.

  • Page 25: Maintenance And Troubleshooting Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE: 1. New Maintenance: Perform the following after initial purchase and operation of the MK-2000. Inspect V-belt Check and adjust V-belt tension following the first 48 hours of operation (See V-belt Inspection) 2. Maintenance Following Use: To extend the life of the MK-2000, 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 26: Monthly Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 3. Monthly Maintenance: The following maintenance should be performed monthly. Rotate counter- Outer Outer clockwise to loosen Flange Flange Retaining Screw Retaining Screw and Outer Flange Clean the Inner Flange Remove the Diamond Blade Clean the Outer Flange and Retaining Screw Retaining Verify...

  • Page 27: Blade Dressing

    MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4. 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”...
  • Page 28 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 5. Diamond Blade Change-out: NOTE: When installing the diamond blade retaining-bolt, ensure the threads of the bolt are aligned with the threads of the drive shaft so as not to “cross-thread" the bolt. Turn counter- Blade Wrench Retaining Screw clockwise to loosen and Outer Flange...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 6. Movable Cutting Table Wheel Change Out: NOTE: All four (4) Movable Cutting Table, Roller Wheels should be replaced at the same time (MK Diamond Part No. – 133090) Rotate counter- clockwise to loosen Movable Cutting Table...
  • Page 30 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 7. Protective Wooden Strip Replacement: The protective wooden strip is to protect the Movable Cutting Table from damage during operation. Over time, the wooden strip will become grooved from use. A grooved wooden strip will not support masonry during cutting causing the blade to "break through"...
  • Page 31 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 9. V-Belt Inspection, Adjustment and Replacement: The MK-2000 is designed with a power transmission v-belt. In order to ensure the MK-2000 operates a peak efficiency, the v-belt should be inspected monthly, and changed if the v-belt shows damage and/or excessive wear.
  • Page 32 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Old V-belt New V-belt Direction of push Install the new V-belt MK Part Push the Motor forward to Remove the old V-belt Number, 158194 loosen the V-belt Adjustment 9/16-inch Pulley Check Tension 1/2- Wrench Strap Bolt way between pulleys Rotate clockwise to tighten Belt Seated...

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Ensure the blade core is not smoothness or “Glazing” and bent Dress the Blade if it is "Glazed" Contact Place of Purchase or MK Diamond (800 421-5830) to verify Blade Return to MK Diamond If Blade correct, go to Step E...

  • Page 34: Blade Stops Turning

    Phillips If vibration exists, Screwdriver go to step E Return to MK Diamond for Repair Clean Motor and recheck Return to MK Diamond vibration 4. Blade Stops Turning: Overload Check all If less than 20 Reset Switch connections Amps move saw...

  • Page 35: Cooling Flow

    Check Breaker Step F tripped Step F for Repair Return to MK Diamond Verify Circuit Breaker is not Check power source voltage is tripped; if tripped, reset the 115V (240v if running at 240v) Circuit Breaker once –...
  • Page 36 MK Diamond Go to Go to Step N Step O for Repair Return to MK Diamond Attach the Flow Control Valve Rod Cooling Channels and to the Intake Fitting and check recheck flow; if after performing flow (See Step C)

  • Page 37: Exploded View And Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST EXPLODED VIEW: MK-2000 Revision 03/05, Effective Date March 21, 2005 Page 37...

  • Page 38: Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST PARTS LIST: Item Description Part # Assembly, Frame, MK2000 Bricksaw Frame, MK-2000 150595 Decal, MK Bricksaw 155230 Assembly, Frame PL2000 Frame, PL-2000 Decal, Private Label Assembly, Frame PL2000-HD Frame, DP 2001/2002 150595-DP Assembly, Upright Left MK2000 Casting, Upright Left (Comp) 150592 Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4, Hex Head...
  • Page 39 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Assembly, Upright Left DP-2000 Casting, Upright Left 150592-DP Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4, Hex Head 151369 Bracket, Spring Adjustment 150589 Screw, 5/16-18 x 1 Hex Head 151743 Washer, 5/16 Split Lock 151747 Washer, 5/16 SAE Flat 151754 Stud, Spring Retaining 153788...
  • Page 40 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Washer, 5/16 SAE Flat 151754 Washer, 5/16 Split 151747 Assembly, Crossbar Support DP-2001 Corssbar, Support 150594-DP Bolt, 5/16-18X1 Hex Hd 151743 Washer, 5/16 SAE Flat 151754 Washer, 5/16 Split 151747 Assembly, Cutting Head MK2000 Head, Brick Saw, Die Cast, Motor Mounting 160346 Clamp, Brick Saw Die Cast Motor Mounting Head 160397...
  • Page 41 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST EA14 Screw, 5/16-18 x 2” Hex Head Tap 157938 EA15 Pin, Split Wrist 151358 EA16 Bushing, Plastic 156441 EA17 Label, Caution, Owners Manual 4 x 1 1/4 155576 EA18 Label, Caution, Overtension of Belts 155583 EA19 Washer, 3/8 Split Lock 150925...
  • Page 42 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Screw, 5/16-18 x 1/4 Set Cup Point 152607 Key, 1-1/8 x 3/16 157561 Assembly, Blade Shaft PL2000 154636 Casting, Blade Shaft-Arbor, Complete 153791 Bearing, Blade Shaft MK-2000, 5000 154594 Shaft, Blade 154639 Flange, Inner 154640 Flange, Outer 14 Inch M-Saw 132290 Screw, 1/2-20 x 1-1/4, Hex Head...
  • Page 43 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Washer, 3/8 SAE Flat 150923 Assembly, Blade Guard DP-2000 Casting, Blade Guard 150579-DP Stud, Blade Guard 150581 Nut, 1/2-13 Hex 153943 Bar, Adjustment Blade Guard 150580 Screw, 3/8-16 x 1 Hex Head Cap 152507 Washer, 3/8 SAE Flat 150923 Assembly, Water Control Valve 152785...
  • Page 44 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Washer, 3/8 SAE Flat 150923 Nut, 5/16-18 Hex (w/ external tooth washer) 153942 Belt, Poly-V 10340J 160952 Belt Guard Outer 158867 Screw, 5/16-18 x 1 ¾, Hex Head Cap 150919 Washer, 5/16 Lock Split 151747 Washer, 5/16 SAE Flat 151754 Caution, Guard Removal 3 x 1 1/2...
  • Page 45 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Curtain, Rear MK-2000 160972 Assembly, Curtain Plain Rod, Splash Curtain 153956 Curtain, Rear Plain 160972 Assembly, Curtain, Home Depot Rod, Splash Curtain 153956 Curtain, Rear MK2000 no logo 152569 Assembly, Pan Pan, Plastic MK-2000 150308 Plug, Rubber Drain Without Hole 153439 Assembly, Pump Electric...
  • Page 46 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST g Screw, 10-32 x 1/4, Slotted Round Head Machine 231090 h Plug, Twist Lock 20 Amp125 volt (NEMAL520P) 154556 i Cord Connectors, 1/2 Appleton (CG5050) 151307 j Capacitor, HSG 150574 k Capacitor, Oil MK2000 (OC3020F12) 152412 Pulley, 1 Groove, 2-1/4 x 5/8, AK22 133157...
  • Page 47 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Assembly, 30amp Switch Box 161101 Box, Top Entry, 30A Switch (Comp) 159487 Box, 30A Switch (Raw) 158794 Cover, 30A Switch Box (Comp) 159539 Cover, 30A Switch Box (Raw) 158795 Lever, Actuator, 30A Switch Box (Comp) 159540 Lever, Actuator, 30A Switch Box (Raw) 158796...

  • Page 48: Theory

    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. When using a DRY blade, the user must be aware of distinct operating practices to ensure optimum performance.

  • Page 49: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES: ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION 132332 Adjustable Cutting Guide 133090 Roller Wheel 156427 Protective Wooden Strip 158194 V Belt 152792 Dressing Stick 153439 Rubber Drain Plug MK-2000 Revision 03/05, Effective Date March 21, 2005 Page 49...

  • Page 50: Ordering Information

    Ensure all parts are secured in the packaging to prevent moving AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS: For quicker repair time, you may contact MK Diamond Customer Service, toll free, at – 800 421-5830 or 310 539-5221 for the Authorized Service Center closest too you. For technical questions, call – 800 474-5594.

  • Page 51: Operating Instructions

    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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