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MK-100 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-100 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-100 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-100 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 trigger switch, locking button is in the "RELEASE"...

  • 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 4 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-100 uses a ten (10) inch (254mm) diameter, wet cutting continuous rim, MK Diamond blade with a one-sixteenth 1/16 inch (15.875 mm) cutting width and a five-eighths (5/8) inch (15.875 mm) arbor.

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

    UNPACKING, TRANSPORT, UNIVERSAL STAND and ASSEMBLY UNPACKING: Your MK-100 has been shipped from the factory thoroughly inspected. Only minimal assembly is required. 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, one (1) 10- inch wet cutting continuous rim diamond blade, one (1) adjustable cutting guide, one (1) electric water pump,...

  • Page 12: Universal Stand

    UNIVERSAL STAND: The MK-100 weighs ninety-seven (97) 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. Left Side Right Side of Saw...

  • Page 13: Assembly

    UNPACKING, TRANSPORT, UNIVERSAL STAND and ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY: Follow the assembly instructions to prepare your MK-100 for operation. 1. Cutting Head Installation: NOTE: If the Cutting Head is installed, go to step 2. Turn Counter- Post Rear Pivot Turn Clockwise clockwise to remove Hole to tighten Pivot Shaft...

  • Page 14: Adjustable Cutting Guide Installation

    UNPACKING, TRANSPORT, UNIVERSAL STAND and ASSEMBLY 3. Adjustable Cutting Guide Installation: NOTE: The Adjustable Cutting Guide can be used on either side of the Diamond Blade. Turn counter- Adjustable Adjustable Turn clockwise clockwise to loosen Cutting Guide Cutting Guide to tighten Ruler/Stop Ruler/Stop Loosen Adjustable Cutting...

  • Page 15: Setup, Adjustment And Operation Setup

    To prevent the possibility electrical shock, the MK-100 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. Place Water Pump in Water Pan Place Water Pump Clamp as Secure Clamp with ¼-20 wing...
  • Page 17 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION 4 MK-100 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: 1. Cutting Straight Edges: DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. Turn Clockwise Desired Cut length to tighten indicated here Turn Counter- clockwise to loosen Loosen the Adjustable Cutting...

  • Page 19: Diagonal Cutting

    2. Diagonal Cutting: NOTE: To cut diagonal, the Dual 45º Flat Angle Guide (MK Diamond Part No. 134557-MK) should be used. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

  • Page 20: Miter Cutting

    3. 45º Miter Cutting: NOTE: To cut 45º Miters, the 45º Bullnose Miter Guide (MK Diamond Part No. 134585-MK) should be used. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
  • Page 21 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION 4. Off-angle Cutting: NOTE: To cut angles other than 45º angles or Miters, a 90º Protractor (MK Diamond Part No. 134569-MK) should be used. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
  • Page 22 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION 5. Adjusting the Cutting Head: The Cutting Head is heavy! Care must be used when changing the position of the Cutting Head. ON/OFF Turn Counter- Switch clockwise to remove Position Unplug Remove Adjusting Knob Ensure the ON/OFF Switch Unplug the GFCI from the is in the OFF position power source...
  • Page 23 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION 6. Adjusting the Post for Maximum Cutting Length: The Cutting Head and Post are heavy! Care must be used when changing the position of the Cutting Head. ON/OFF Switch Position Slide Water Basin Unplug out front of Saw Ensure the ON/OFF Switch Unplug the GFCI from the Remove Water Basin...

  • Page 24: Cleanup

    SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION 7. Cleanup: NOTES: 1. If an external water source was used, steps A through C may be skipped. 2. Dispose of waste water in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws. Water Pump In container External Cooling Flow Pump...
  • Page 25 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION Ensure water is not forced into the motor casing when cleaning. Roller Wheel Clean Frame Support Guide Bar Clean the Movable Cutting Clean the Movable Cutting Clean the remainder of the Table Roller Wheel Frame Table Guide Bar MK-100 Support Page 25...

  • Page 26: Maintenance And Troubleshooting Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE: 1. New Maintenance: Perform the following after initial purchase and operation of the MK-100. Inspect V-belt Check and adjust V-belt tension Following 1 48 hours of operation (See V-belt Inspection) 2. Maintenance Following Use: 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.

  • Page 27: Monthly Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 3. Monthly Maintenance: The following maintenance should be performed Monthly. Rotate Blade Wrench Outer counter-clockwise Flange to loosen Retaining Outer Screw and Flange Outer Flange Lubricate the Inner Flange Remove the Diamond Blade Lubricate the Outer Flange and Retaining-nut Verify Verify Four...
  • Page 28 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Cutting Adjustment Retaining Head Knob Holes Remove the Cutting Head (See Lubricate the Cutting Head Lubricate the Cutting Head Adjusting the Cutting Head) Adjustment Knob retaining holes Adjustment Knob Pivot Shaft Lubricate the Cutting Head Pivot Shaft 4.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 1. 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 30 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 2. Diamond Blade Change-out: NOTE: When installing the Retaining Screw, do not “cross-thread" and DO NOT over tighten the screw. Cutting Diamond Rotate Blade Blade Head Wrench counter- clockwise to loosen Retaining Nut and Shaft Lock Outer Flange Pushbutton Locate the Shaft Lock Remove Retaining Nut and...
  • Page 31 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 3. V-Belt Inspection, Adjustment and Replacement: The MK-100 is designed with a power transmission v-belt. In order to ensure the MK-100 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 Push the motor toward the Remove the V-belt Install the new V-belt (MK Diamond Part No. 158194) front of the Cutting Head to loosen the V-belt Belt Seated 9/16-inch Check Tension Wrench...
  • Page 33 Ensure the Blade Core Check for proper rotation or “Glazing” (Dress blade is not bent if needed) Contact place of purchase or MK Diamond (800 421-5830) to verify blade Return to If Blade Correct, MK Diamond go to Step E...

  • Page 34: Cooling Flow

    MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 6. Cooling Flow: If flow exists, Pull to Cover Pump suction with water go to Step A Remove If flow exist, go Go to Pull Tab to Step D Step C to loosen Check cooling flow Remove the Cooling Transfer Place Pump into a bucket of Adjusting Clamp open Tube from the Blade Guard inlet...
  • Page 35 If cooling channels Go to Cover Step K clear, go to Step L screws for Repair Remove the Cooling Channel Rod Cooling Channels Return to MK Diamond cover screws and recheck flow Page 35 MK-100 Revision 06/05, Effective Date June 07, 2005...

  • Page 36: Blade Stops Turning

    – if not, move to 20-amp If tripped, reset once 115V – if not 115v, move to circuit another circuit Return to MK Diamond for Repair Return to MK Diamond Page 36 MK-100 Revision 06/05, Effective Date June 07, 2005...

  • Page 37: Exploded View And Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST EXPLODED VIEW: MK-100 Revision 06/05, Effective Date June 07, 2005 Page 37...

  • Page 38: Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST PARTS LIST: Item Description Part # Accessory Pack Wrench, 15/16 Closed End 134684 Curtain, Splash 134841 Bracket, Splash Curtain 152571 Wingscrew, 1/4-20 x 1/2 151888 Washer, 1/4 SAE Flat 151915 Pump, 115v Water 151271 Fitting, Plastic, 1/4 FNPT x 1/4 BARB 128397 Hose, Vinyl, 1/4 ID 2’...
  • Page 39 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Item Description Part # Assembly, 115V Cutting Head, MK-100 158225 Belt Guard Belt Guard, MK-100 158319-00 Bracket, Inner Belt Guard 158611 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4 Hex Head Cap 152370 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1 Hex Head Cap 152676 Washer, 1/4 Split Lock 152591...
  • Page 40 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Assembly, 1.5hp/115V/60Hz GE Motor 158297 c t i , e l c t i c t i e l l s ’ r , t r c t i 160869 Assembly, Table Table Table, 100 157660 Bearing, 3/4 ID Multilube 152227...

  • Page 41: 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 42: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES: ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION 137166 MK-200, 10 x 5/8 Arbor 128074 MK-215, 10 x 5/8 Arbor 153252 MK-315, 10 x 5/8 Arbor 134577 Dual 45° Flat Angle Guide 134585 (small) 45° Bullnose Miter 153201 (large) 134569 90° Protractor 152792 Dressing Stone 152610 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter...

  • Page 43: 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 44: 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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