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MK Diamond Products MK-370 EXP Owner's Manual & Operating Instructions

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TILE SAW
OWNER'S MANUAL &
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
!
READ SAFETY
AND GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
BEFORE USING
SAW FOR THE
FIRST TIME
serial number
You should record the serial number
of your saw on this owner's manual
and on the warrranty card, which must
be sent in, to be effective. be sure
to include all pertinent information
required.
Part No. 160084
Revision 12/03

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  • Page 1 TILE SAW OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION READ SAFETY AND GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING SAW FOR THE FIRST TIME serial number You should record the serial number of your saw on this owner’s manual and on the warrranty card, which must be sent in, to be effective.
  • Page 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MK-370 EXP TILE SAW Congratulations on your purchase of a MK-370 EXP 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 diamond blades in the industry.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    THEORY OF DIAMOND BLADES___________________________________ 43 ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES _________________________________________________ 44 ORDERING & RETURN INSTRUCTIONS ORDERING INFORMATION _______________________________________ 45 RETURN MATERIALS POLICY ____________________________________ 45 PACKAGING INSTRUCTIONS _____________________________________ 45 AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS ________________________________ 45 MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 4: Damage Prevention And Information Messages

    Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations nor expose them to rain. Always keep the work area well lighted. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY All visitors and children should be kept a safe distance from work area. MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...
  • Page 5 Power tools should always be disconnected before servicing or when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL START Make sure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position before plugging in a power tool. MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 6: California Proposition 65 Message

    Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work. 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-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 7: Hazard Symbols

    Blades improperly used are dangerous. Comply with American National Standards Institute Safety Code, B7.1 and, Occupational Safety and Health Act covering Speed, Safety Guards, Flanges, Mounting Procedures, General Operating Rules, Handling, Storage and General Machine Conditions MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 8: Electrical Requirements And Grounding Instructions

    Saw. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protections and may be used for this measure of safety. When using an extension cord, the GFCI should be installed closest to the power source, followed by the extension cord and lastly, the saw. MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...
  • Page 9 Use of under size 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 10: Tile Saw Specific Warnings

    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 11: Product Specifications

    General Description The MK-370 EXP Tile Saw is engineered as a tabletop or stand mounted wet tile saw. The saw includes a powerful 115V electric motor. The saw is capable of cutting tile up to twelve (12) inches in length. The saw can cut an object one and three quarters (1-3/4) inches thick in one pass.

  • Page 12: Unpacking, Transport, Stand And Assembly

    2. Never transport the MK-370 EXP with water in the Water Pan. The MK-370 EXP 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.

  • Page 13: Tile Saw Stand

    UNPACKING, TRANSPORT, UNIVERSAL STAND and ASSEMBLY TILE SAW STAND 1. The MK-370 EXP weighs approximately thirty (30) pounds; use care when transporting. CAUTION 2. Never transport the MK-370 EXP with water in the Water Pan. Open the Stand Orient the Saw to the Stand...

  • Page 14: Assembly

    UNPACKING, TRANSPORT, UNIVERSAL STAND and ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY: Follow the assembly instructions to prepare your MK-370 EXP for operation. 1. Cutting Head Installation: NOTE: If the Cutting Head is installed, go to step 2. Flat Washer Place the Flat Washer onto...
  • Page 15 Outer Flange and then tighten the Blade Shaft and direction using the Blade and Shaft of rotation is correct Wrenches Tighten the Blade Guard Tighten the Blade Guard, Retaining, Wing nut Retaining Knob MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...
  • Page 16 5. Water Pump Preparation: Install Water Pump Press one end of the Cooling Slide Cooling Flow Adjusting Discharge Fitting Transfer Tube onto the Water Clamp onto the Cooling Pump Discharge Fitting Transfer Tube MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 17: Setup, Adjustment & Operation

    2. Connecting the Water Pump: 1. To prevent the possibility of electrical shock, the MK-370 EXP MUST be de-energized when WARNING connecting the Water Pump. 2. To prevent the possibility of electrical shock, use only MK Diamond qualified replacement parts.
  • Page 18 NOTE: When using the re-circulation method, the water should be changed often for longer pump life Ensure that Cooling Transfer Place the Water Pump in the Fill the Water Pan until water Tube is connected back of the Water Pan completely covers the Water Pump suction MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...
  • Page 19 Check for damaged, broken, or missing parts. 2. Verify the On/Off switch is in the OFF position. 3. Before connecting the MK-370 EXP to a power supply, be sure the voltage, cycle and phase of the job site power source meet the requirements of TABLE 3...

  • Page 20: Adjustment & Operation

    Place the tile against the Turn the motor ON Verify cooling flow on both Ruler/Stop and Cutting Guide sides of the blade Perform the cut Turn the motor OFF when work is complete MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...
  • Page 21 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT & OPERATION 2. Cutting 45° Miters: The MK-370 EXP is designed with an adjustable Cutting Head for precision 45º Miter Cuts. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was CAUTION designed.
  • Page 22 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT & OPERATION Cutting 45° Miters (cont...) Pivot Direction Perform the cut Turn the motor OFF when Return the Cutting Head to work is complete the upright position when complete MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...
  • Page 23 3. 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 CAUTION designed.
  • Page 24 Position the tile against the Verify cooling flow on both Turn the motor ON Protractor and the Ruler/Stop sides of the blade Perform the cut Turn the motor OFF when work is complete MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 25: Cleanup

    NOTES: Dispose of wastewater in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws. Suction Screen Remove the pump Suction Fill the Water Pan with clean Run the MK-370 EXP until Screen and clean the Water water clear water is seen at the Pump of all debris blade Cooling Flow Points (Approx.
  • Page 26 Clean the Roller Wheel Guide Clean the Water Pan Guide, Guide Bar Rail CAUTION Ensure water is not forced into the motor casing when cleaning. Clean the remainder of the MK-370 EXP MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 28: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Head Pivot Point Holes Pivot Shaft Lubricate the Cutting Head Lubricate the Cutting Head Lubricate the Cutting Head Pivot Holes Adjustment Knob Pivot Shaft Verify the Cutting Table Roller Wheel Assembly is tight MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 29: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    NOTE: If flow to the diamond blade requires adjustment, perform the following actions. Increase cooling flow by Reduce cooling flow by releasing the Flow Adjusting Pressing down on the Flow Clamp Adjusting Clamp MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 30: Blade Dressing

    The diamond blade can be dressed using the MK Dressing Stick (part number 152792) and by following the steps below. Adjustable cutting guide Setup the MK-370 EXP Set the Adjustable Cutting Position the Dressing Stick for operation (See Setup, Guide to cut a 1/16-strip...
  • Page 31 Blade Shaft Outer Flange and then tighten the Blade Shaft and direction using the Blade and Shaft of rotation is correct Wrenches Rotate CCW to Close Close the Outer Blade MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 32: Alignment

    Cutting Head of the Tile Saw over time. Should misalignment occur, perform the following steps to realign it. NOTE: If alignment problems are the result of a warped blade, a bent frame or bent support arm, or, if alignment is off by more than 1/8-inch, contact the MK Diamond Service Center – (800) 474-5594 Combination Square...
  • Page 33 Check that there is no gap Move Wheel Assembly up or Tighten Movable Cutting between the Square and the down to Square the Movable Table Wheel Assembly wheel assembly side of frame Cutting Table MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...
  • Page 34 90º-alignment verification will ensure that the blade will cut the tile straight up and down and not at an angle. NOTES: If the blade is misaligned following this alignment procedure, return the saw to MK Diamond for repair. The Diamond Blade must be removed and reinstalled when removing the Blade Guard.
  • Page 35 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 1/4-inch Wrench Rotate Clockwise or Counterclockwise to Adjust Height MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...
  • Page 36 The 45° Alignment Verification is done to ensure the blade will cut tile at a 45° angle. NOTES: If the blade is misaligned following this alignment procedure, return the saw to MK Diamond for repair. The Diamond Blade must be removed and reinstalled when removing the Blade Guard.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    “Glazing” (Dress blade if bent and Arbor is not out of needed) round Verify the blade is correct for Return to MK Diamond the material being used for Repair 2. Movable Cutting Table Does Not Move Correctly: Check that the Guide Bar is...
  • Page 38 Remove the Pump Discharge Remove the Pump Intake Tube and check flow Fitting and check Screen and check for debris Remove the Blade Guard Clean the Blade Guard Intake Intake Fitting Fitting MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...
  • Page 39 GFCI...

  • Page 40: Exploded View And Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST MK-370 EXP EXPLODED VIEW MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 41: Parts List

    MK-370 EXP PARTS LIST PARTS LIST: Item Description Part # Accessories Wrench, Blade Nut, 15/16 Boxed End 134684 Wrench, Blade Shaft, 11/16 Open End 153450 Blade, 7 x 5/8 x .060 153441 Owner’s Manual, 370EXP 160084 Warranty Card 155037 Assembly, Rip Guide...
  • Page 42 MK-370 EXP PARTS LIST (cont...) Assembly, 120v Motor 160053 Motor, 120v/5.3A, Sanko 156428-S Label, Caution, GFCI, 1 X 2 1/8 155678 Label, Caution, Receptacle, 1 X 2 1/8 154822 Screw, 10-32 X 5/8 Flat Head Phillips Cap 157554 Flange, Blade...

  • Page 43: 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 44: Accessories

    158434 MK-225, 7 x 5/8 Arbor 153293 MK-315, 7 x 5/8 Arbor 134577-MK Dual 45° Flat Angle Guide 134569-MK 90° Protractor 152792 Dressing Stone 152610 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter 160131 Stand MK-370 EXP Revision 12/03, Effective Date December 30, 2003...

  • Page 45: Ordering & Return Instructions

    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 or visit our web site at www.mkdiamond.com.
  • Page 46 MK DIAMOND PRODUCTS, INC 1315 STORM PARKWAY TORRANCE, CA 90509-2808 (310) 539-5158 www.mkdiamond.com Part No.

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