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MK Diamond Products BX-3 Owner's Manual & Operating Instructions

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BX-3 BRICK XTREME
DRY BRICK 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 BX-3 BRICK XTREME DRY BRICK 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: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION and TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION: We at MK Diamond want to congratulate you on selecting the BX-3 Dry Brick Saw. We are certain that you will be pleased with your purchase. MK Diamond takes pride in producing the finest products in the industry.

  • Page 3: Damage Prevention Message

    A power tool will do a job better and safer operating at the rate for which it was designed. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force a tool or an attachment, to do a job that it was not designed to do. BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 3...

  • Page 4: Bx-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000

    NEVER LEAVE A TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED – TURN POWER OFF. Do not leave a tool until it comes to a complete stop. Always turn a power tool OFF when leaving the work area, or, when a cut is finished. BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 4...

  • Page 5: 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. BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 5...

  • Page 6: Electrical Requirements And Grounding Instructions

    When using an extension cord, the GFCI should be installed closest to the power source, followed by the extension cord and lastly, the saw. BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 6 Table of Contents...

  • Page 7: Use Only Extensions Cords That Are Intended For Outdoor Use. These Extension Cords Are Identified

    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 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft 150 ft. 120V Not Recommended TABLE 1 BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 7 Table of Contents...

  • Page 8: Safety Label Locations

    Blade Guard Serial Number and Motor Specifications 158096 BRICK SAW SPECIFIC WARNINGS: Ø Read Owners Manual Ø Wear Protective Gear for – • Head • Lungs • • BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 8 Table of Contents...

  • Page 9: Product Specifications

    General Description: The BX-3, Brick Xtreme, is engineered as a 14" dry saw, consisting of a powerful 115v motor in a hard plastic case. The saw is capable of cutting brick and masonry up to 8" x 8" x 16" in size; the blade has a five (5) inch cutting depth.

  • Page 10: Contents

    Your BX-3 has been shipped from the factory thoroughly inspected. Only minimal assembly is required. If not already done, remove the BX-3 from the carton and place it on a flat surface. Remove Strapping. Remove the Accessories box from the main carton and place along side the BX-3 (Owners Manual is in Accessories Box).

  • Page 11: Assembly

    UNPACKING, TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY: Follow the assembly instructions to prepare your BX-3 for operation. 1. Movable Cutting Table Installation: Cutting Table Roller Wheels Ease of Movement Guide Rails Front (See Maintenance Section If Problems Arise) Guide Rail Roller Wheels...

  • Page 12: Setup, Adjustment And Operation Setup

    Verify the trigger switch, locking button is in the "RELEASE" position. • Before connecting the BX-3 to a power supply, be sure the voltage, cycle and phase of the job site power source meet the requirements of TABLE 3 VOLTAGE:...
  • Page 13 If an extension cord is used, first verify it meets the requirements of TABLE 1 (page 9). Plug the BX-3 into the extension cord; plug the extension cord into a GFCI. Finally, plug the GFCI into the power source in that order.

  • Page 14: Adjustment And Operation

    Repeat “Push” Allow Blade to and “Pull” Strokes Stop Before Raise Cutting Until Cut Complete Removing Work Head Repeat Steps B and C Cutting Complete Until Cut Complete BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 14 Table of Contents...
  • Page 15 Removing Work Remove Locking Continue to Push Pin to Release until Cut Complete Cutting Head Hold in Position Continue Pushing Piece into Cutting Complete Blade until Cut Complete BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 15 Table of Contents...
  • Page 16 Stop Before Pin to Release until Cut Complete Removing Work Cutting Head Hold in Position Continue Pushing Piece into Cutting Complete Release Cutting Head Blade until Cut Complete BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 16 Table of Contents...

  • Page 17: Cleanup

    Power GFCI Pull Straight Back Source To Remove Cap Unplug GFCI from Power Source Unplug GFCI from BX-3 Remove Motor Filter Cap Always wear eye protection when using compressed air. Pull Foam Filter Install Foam Filter Out of Filter Cap...

  • Page 18: Maintenance And Troubleshooting Maintenance

    Inspect for Clean and Lubricate Wear Clean and Lubricate Inner Flange Clean and Lubricate Check Roller Wheels and and Motor Shaft Blade Retaining Screw Guide Rails for Wear BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 18 Table of Contents...
  • Page 19 Operation) Ruler/Stop Ruler Markings Cutting Guide Set BX-3 for Operation Set Adjustable Cutting Guide Position Dressing Stick to Cut 1/16-inch Strips DON'T FORCE TOOL, it will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
  • Page 20 Rotate Blade Wrench Counter-clockwise Remove Blade from Remove Retaining Screw Setup BX-3 for Operation Motor Shaft and Outer Flange NOTE: When installing the Retaining Screw, do not “cross-thread" and DO NOT over tighten the screw. Seat Blade on Hold Shaft...
  • Page 21 Install Roller Wheel Lubricate Roller Wheels Into Movable Cutting Table Retaining Nut – Tighten Install Movable Cutting Table (See Setup, Adjustment and Operation Install Movable Cutting Table BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 21 Table of Contents...
  • Page 22 New Wooden Retaining Screw Strip Replace Worn Place Movable Cutting Table on Install Movable Cutting Table Protective Wooden Strip Work Bench – Wheels Up, Reinstall Retaining Screws BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 22 Table of Contents...
  • Page 23 Dust and Fragments Screwdriver Remove Motor Brush and Locate and Remove One Disconnect the BX-3 Motor Brush Cap Clean Brush Housing NOTE: When installing motor brushes, care must be taken to ensure the spring end is straight before installing the Motor Brush Cap.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Verify the Lockable Switch is unlocked and the saw is disconnected from the power source before performing any troubleshooting procedure. 1. Motor Stops Turning: Verify Connected If GFCI Tripped, Reset and Restart BX-3 once If Less than If 20 Amp Or Greater, 20 Amps, Switch to 20...
  • Page 25 Step D Check Guide Rails Clean Check for Roller Verify Ease and Freedom Wheel Damage of Movement Return to MK Diamond for Repair Return to MK Diamond BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 25 Table of Contents...

  • Page 26: Exploded View And Parts List Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST EXPLODED VIEW: BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 26 Table of Contents...

  • Page 27: Parts List

    Screw, # 6-32 x 1 ¼, Socket Flat Head 158160 Washer, #6 Flat SAE 158231 Assembly, Motor Motor, AC 115 Volt / 13 Amp, 3500 RPM 157801 Flange, Outer 158105 BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 27 Table of Contents...
  • Page 28 158109 Wrench, Shaft 158110 Extra Filter Element 157729 Blade, MK-BX10, Dry Cutting 14”, Segmented 157957 H8-A Blade, MK-BX30, Dry Cutting 14”, Segmented Block 157944 Owner's Manual 158168 BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 28 Table of Contents...

  • Page 29: Theory Theory Of Diamond Blades

    WET blade. 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 BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 29...
  • Page 30 MK-BX30, Dry Cutting 14" Segmented Block Blade 231276 Adjustable Cutting Guide 133090 Roller Wheel 156427 Protective Wooden Strip 157729 Motor Air Filter 152610 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter BX-3 Revision 11/00, Effective Date November 1, 2000 Page 30 Table of Contents...

  • Page 31: Ordering Information

    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 VISA or MasterCard.
  • Page 32 BX-3 BRICK XTREME BRICK SAW OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 MESSAGE: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contain chemicals known [to the State of California] to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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