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TX-3 TILE SAW OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL 01.2010 Revision 102 Manual Part No. 165808 Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions before using this equipment. This manual MUST accompany the equipment at all times. MK Diamond Products, Inc.
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TX-3 INTRODUCTION We at MK Diamond want to congratulate you on selecting the TX-3. 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 TX-3 should provide you with years of quality service. In order to help you, we have included this manual.
The safety labels should be periodically inspected and cleaned by the user to maintain good legibility at a safe viewing distance. If the label is worn, damaged or illegible, it should be replaced, contact MK Diamond or your dealer for replacement.
TX-3 SAFETY SAFETY WARNINGS SILICA DUST WARNING: Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and other materials with silica in their composition may give off dust or mists containing crystalline silica. Silica is a basic component of sand, quartz, brick clay, granite and numerous other minerals and rocks. Repeated and/or substantial inhalation of airborne crystalline silica can cause serious or fatal respiratory diseases, including silicosis.
ALWAYS avoid inhalation of and skin contact with silica dust and/or mist. ON / OFF ALWAYS place the power ON/OFF switch in the OFF position when the TX-3 is not in use. ALWAYS wear approved eye protection. ALWAYS wear approved respiratory protection.
Failure to follow instructions in this manual may lead to serious injury or even death! This equipment is to be operated by trained and qualified personnel only! This equipment is for industrial use only. The following safety guidelines should always be used when operating the TX-3 Tile Saw. GENERAL SAFETY •...
• Unauthorized equipment modifications will void all warranties. Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident due to equipment modifications. • NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not recommended by MK Diamond for this equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
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...
TX-3 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 current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
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TX-3 SAFETY WARNING To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for this machine. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protections and may be used for this measure of safety.
PLEASE CALL silica as a substance known to cause cancer. owners’ manual! 1-800-474-5594 Fig. 4 TX-3 Safety Decal Sheet, Part #166787 Flood Version Only, Part #166634 CAUTION • Receptacle is for water pump only.
TX-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS The TX-3 is a versatile tile saw. Operated and used according to this manual, the TX-3 will provide years of dependable service. GENERAL DESCRIPTION The TX-3 is engineered as a 10” Tile Saw with a misting or flood system.
Your TX-3 has been shipped from the factory thoroughly inspected. Only minimal assembly is required. CONTENTS If not already done, remove the TX-3 from the carton and place it on a flat surface. Check contents with list below: www.mkdiamond.com TX-3 TILE SAW OPERATION &...
Hex Nut Wrench Set Phillips Screwdriver BLADE ALIGNMENTS The TX-3 has been factory aligned. If any adjustment should occur, refer to steps below for specific adjustments. BLADE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT Loosen Hex Nut (A) on blade depth adjustment screw. Set Blade (B) approximately 3/16” below the table surface by turning adjustment screw. Retighten Hex Nut...
TX-3 INSPECTION & START-UP LINEAR GUIDE BAR ADJUSTMENT A combination square is needed for 45º adjustment. This adjustment is to ensure consistency of material cutting width. Loosen Guide Bar Adjustment Screws (N) on front and rear End Caps (O). Tap Guide Bar lightly until Table Fence (P) is perpendicular with the blade by using a combination square.
TX-3 INSPECTION & START-UP MISTING SYSTEM SETUP WARNING ALWAYS disconnect unit from power supply when performing changes or adjustments. STEP 1 - SETTING UP THE WATER TANK Install Grommet (Q) through one end of the Hose (R). Feed the Hose through the Main Cap (U).
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TX-3 INSPECTION & START-UP STEP 2 - ATTACHING WATER TANK TO SAW 1. Insert other end of the Hose (W) into Coupling (V) attaching to the Saw. 2. Open Vent Cap (X) on Water Tank before operating the equipment. 3. Turn on equipment to make sure fine mists are being delivered through both Misting Nozzles (Y).
TX-3 OPERATION WARNING ALWAYS disconnect unit from power supply when performing changes or adjustments. CAUTION ALWAYS ensure there is a sufficient amount of clean water in the Water Tank and the Filter is submerged in the water to ensure proper performance of the misting system and to prevent Pump damage.
TX-3 OPERATION MITER CUTS 1. The Table (F) has 45º (G), 22.5º (H) and 90º (I) clearance slots built-in. 90º and 45º are pre-set at the factory. 22.5º miter can be obtained by aligning the Pointer to 22.5 mark on the Miter Index (E). All other angular cuts can be obtained by raising the work up.
TX-3 OPERATION PLUNGE CUTS Loosen Cutting Head Knob (O) so that the Cutting Head Assembly (N) will swing upward. Shift Plunge Lock Lever (Q) forward. Push Cutting Head Handle (P) downward to perform plunge cuts. Shift Plunge Lock Lever (Q) back while Cutting Head Assembly (N) is at uppermost position.
TX-3 MAINTENANCE WARNING ALWAYS disconnect unit from power supply when performing changes or adjustments. BLADE REPLACEMENT Hold Wrench over two flats on Motor Shaft on the inner side of the Blade. Rotate Wrench (B) on the outer side of Blade counterclockwise to loosen and clockwise to tighten the Blade Screw (A).
TX-3 MAINTENANCE FILTER REPLACEMENT Tilt Motor Assembly (C) at 45º and tighten Miter Adjustment Knob (D) to hold Motor Assembly (C) in place. 2. Remove one screw, which secures Lower Air Flow Module (E) through Inner Blade Guard (F) with a Phillips screwdriver.
TX-3 MAINTENANCE FILTER REPLACEMENT CONTINUED Lift Air Flow Module (K) up to remove Filter (J). Place a clean Filter onto Spacers (L) through holes in the Filter. 5. Move Air Flow Module (K) over the Filter. Align holes in Lower Air Flow Module with Spacers (L). Push Air Flow Module (K) back onto Spacers (L).
TX-3 MAINTENANCE MISTING PUMP REPLACEMENT Remove Pump Cover (M) from underside of Cutting Head (N) by loosening screws with a Phillips screwdriver. 2. Disconnect Terminals to Pump (P) and remove Clamps (O). Replace Pump (P) and reinstall Clamps (O).
TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, FINAL - P/N 164800...
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RETAINER, SPRING 164794 SCREW, SOCKET HD SET, M8 X 16 MM 166677 COVER, CUTTING HD 164847 SCREW, PAN HD PHILIP, M4 X 10 MM 164777 CAP, MK LOGO 166656 PAN, WATER 165303 PLUG, DRAIN 159858 ASSY, SIDE TABLE 165317 CLAMP, TUBE...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, CUTTING HEAD - P/N 164850...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, CUTTING HEAD - P/N 164850 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. CUTTING HEAD 164841 BUSHING, THDED FLANGE 164844 BUSHING, PIVOT SHAFT 166668 PLUNGER, BALL, M8 X 15 MM 166669 INDEX, MITER...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, MOTOR - P/N 165029...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, MOTOR - P/N 165029 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. MOTOR & ACCESSORIES 157801-C CAP, MOTOR 157877 SPACER, FILTER 157879 SCREW, PAN HD COMB SELF TAPPING, #8 X 1-1/2 158157...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - MODULE, MISTING - P/N 164782 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. HOLDER, MISTING NOZZLE 166665 FITTING, END 166667 FITTING, 90-DEG ELBOW 166666 HOSE, PVC, 1/4 X 3/16 165314 NOZZLE, 1.0 MM, 10-24 THREAD...
TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - STOP, BLADE DEPTH - P/N 167135 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. LEVER, PLUNGE LOCK 164848 SCREW, THD CUTTING, #4 X 1/4 165305 PLATE, PLUNGE LOCK 165306 SPACER, PLUNGE LOCK 165307...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, LOWER FRAME - P/N 165294...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, LOWER FRAME - P/N 165294 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. RAIL, LEFT 166689 ASSY, FRONT ENDCAP 164854 RAIL, RIGHT 166690 ASSY, REAR ENDCAP 165353 WASHER, FLAT, M6 160215 WASHER, SPLIT LOCK, M6...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, FRONT ENDCAP - P/N 164854 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. ENDCAP, FRONT 164802 COVER, ENDCAP 164846 SCREW, PAN HD PHILLIP, M5 X 25 MM 160557 CYLINDER, TABLE LOCK 164836...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, REAR ENDCAP - P/N 165353 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. ENDCAP, REAR 164833 COVER, ENDCAP 164846 SCREW, PAN HD PHILLIP, M5 X 25 MM 160557...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, TABLE - P/N 165293 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. TABLE 166682 FENCE, TABLE 164729 WASHER, FLAT, M5 164858 WASHER, SPLIT LOCK, M5 164859 SCREW, SOCKET, BUTTON HEAD, M5 X 15 MM...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, ROLLER WHEEL BRACKET - P/N 165300 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. BRACKET, ROLLER WHEEL 164730 SCREW, SOCKET HD CAP, M5 X 35 MM 165311 NUT, HEX, M8 165030 BEARING, BALL, 608AS...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, LINEAR BEARING - P/N 165299 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. HOUSING, LINEAR BEARING 162062 BUSHING, LINEAR GUIDE 162063 SCREW, SOCKET HD SET, M5 X 6MM 165350 BEARING, SLEEVE 166671...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, SIDE TABLE - P/N 165317 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. TABLE. SIDE 166676 SCREW, SOCKET HD SET, M5 X 6 MM 165350...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - ASSY, RIP GUIDE - P/N 165356 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. SCREW, SOCKET HD SET, M4 X 6 MM 165313 SCREW, SHOULDER, SOCKET CAP, M6 X 8 MM 154363 WASHER, FLAT, M8...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - MOTOR & ACCESSORIES - P/N 166232-C ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. MOTOR 157801-C FLANGE, OUTER 158105 WASHER, M10 166134 SCREW, HEX HD CAP, M10 X 20 MM 152272 WRENCH, 17 MM...
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TX-3 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION PARTS LIST - MISTING KIT - P/N 166788 ITEM PART OR OTY. DESCRIPTION IDENTIFYING NO. REQ. TUBING, POLYURETHANE, 3/8 X .245 X 19 165008 PUMP 164693 TUBING, POLYURETHANE, 3/8 X .245 X 24 165005 COUPLING, PUSH-TO-CONNECT, 3/8 X 3/8 165004 TUBING, PVC, 3/8 X 1/4 X 51”...
ACCESSORIES, ORDERING AND RETURN INFORMATION 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 American Express,VISA or MasterCard.
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