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MK Diamond Products MK-170 Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
PARTS LIST &

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Revision 104
09.2015
Manual 157243
Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions
before using this equipment. This parts list MUST
accompany the equipment at all times.

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  • Page 1: Parts List

    MK-170 Tile Saw www.mkdiamond.com OWNER'S MANUAL PARTS LIST & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Revision 104 09.2015 Manual 157243 Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions before using this equipment. This parts list MUST accompany the equipment at all times.
  • Page 2 Congratulations on your purchase of a MK-170 Tile Saw. We are certain that you will be pleased with your purchase. MK-170 Tile Saw takes pride in producing the finest construction power tools and diamond blades in the industry. Operated correctly, your MK-170 Tile Saw should provide you with years of service. In order to help you, we have included this manual.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TaBle OF CONTeNTS SaFeTY Safety Messages General Safety Precautions California Proposition 65 Message Electrical Requirements 9-12 Safety Label Locations Product Specifications Lockout CONTeNTS and TRaNSPORT Unpacking Contents Transport aSSeMBlY Diamond Blade Installation Adjustable Cutting Guide Installation Splash Guard Installation Pre-start Inspection Water Pump Preparation OPeRaTiON Setup...

  • Page 4: Safety

    MK-170 Tile Saw 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 warnings and guidelines do not by themselves eliminate danger.
  • Page 5 MK-170 Tile Saw SaFeTY PeRSONal PROTeCTiVe eQUiPMeNT alwaYS wear approved respiratory, head, ear and eye protection when operating this machine. aCCiDeNTal STaRTS! Before starting the engine/motor, be sure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position to pre- vent accidental starting. Place the ON/OFF switch in the OFF position before performing any service operation.
  • Page 6 MK-170 Tile Saw SaFeTY USe PROPeR aPPaRel DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry that may be caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair cover- ing to contain long hair. SeCURe wORK Clamps or a vise should be used to hold work whenever practical.
  • Page 7 MK-170 Tile Saw SaFeTY CHeCK FOR DaMaGeD PaRTS Before using a power tool, check for damaged parts. A guard or any other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine if it would operate properly and perform its intended function. Always check moving parts for proper alignment or binding.

  • Page 8: California Proposition 65 Message

    MK-170 Tile Saw SaFeTY 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.
  • Page 9 MK-170 Tile Saw SaFeTY eleCTRiC MOTOR SaFeTY For maintenance care and operation of the electric motor, refer to your electric motor instruction book- let furnished with the electric motor. Protect the electric motor from dust as much as possible and keep ventilating openings clean.

  • Page 10: Electrical Requirements

    MK-170 Tile Saw SaFeTY eleCTRiCal ReQUiReMeNTS aND GROUNDiNG iNSTRUCTiONS In order to prevent 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 electrical current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
  • Page 11 MK-170 Tile Saw SaFeTY waRNiNG To avoid the possibility of the appliance or plug receptacle getting wet, position the machine to one side of a wall mounted receptacle. This will prevent water from dripping into the receptacle or plug. A "drip loop,"...
  • Page 12 MK-170 Tile Saw SaFeTY waRNiNG Use of undersized 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 customer’s expense.

  • Page 13: Safety Label Locations

    SaFeTY OPeRaTiON & SaFeTY DeCalS The MK-170 is equipped with a number of safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. Should any of these operation or safety decals become unread- able, replacements can be obtained by calling (800) 262-1575.

  • Page 14: Product Specifications

    MK-170 Tile Saw PRODUCT SPeCiFiCaTiONS PRODUCT SPeCiFiCaTiONS The MK-170 is a versatile Tile Saw. Operated and used according to the manual, the MK-170 will provide years of dependable services. GeNeRal DSCRiPTiON The MK-170 Tile Saw is engineered as a tabletop or stand mounted wet tile saw. The saw includes a powerful 120V direct drive AC motor.

  • Page 15: Contents

    Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions turned to the dealer where it was purchased. This warranty DOES NOT cover normal wear or damage resulting from operator abuse. In no event shall MK Diamond Products, Inc. be liable for consequential damages arising out of the failure of any product if operated improperly. MK Diamond Products may act as a warranty station for motor/en- before using this equipment.

  • Page 16: Diamond Blade Installation

    MK-170 Tile Saw aSSeMBlY Diamond Blade installation Follow the assembly instructions to prepare your MK-170 for operation. NOTe: When installing the Retaining Screw, do not "cross-thread" and DO NOT over tighten the screw. Loosen the Blade Guard Pivot Loosen the Blade Guard...

  • Page 17: Adjustable Cutting Guide Installation

    MK-170 Tile Saw aSSeMBlY adjustable Cutting Guide installation NOTe: When installing the Adjustable Cutting Guide, verify the guide is parallel to the Diamond Blade. If alignment of the Adjustable Cutting Guide is required, see Step 2 in the Adjustment and Operation Section of this manual.

  • Page 18: Splash Guard Installation

    - ensure the cord is damage - verify the blade is cor- free of cracks or cuts. rect for the material being cut. Inspect the MK-170 for dam- age - ensure the cord is free of cracks or cuts.

  • Page 19: Water Pump Preparation

    SeTUP water Pump Preparation waRNiNG 1. To prevent the possibility of electrical shock, the MK-170 MUST be de-energized when preparing the Water Pump for operation. 2. To prevent the possibility of electrical shock, use only MK Diamond qualified replacement parts.

  • Page 20: Cutting Tile

    MK-170 Tile Saw OPeRaTiON MK-170 Setup for Operation CaUTiON 1. Before connecting the MK-170 to a power supply, be sure the voltage, cycle and phase meet the requirements of the table below. Voltage - 120V Cycle - 60 Hz Phase - 1 Phase 2.

  • Page 21: Adjustable Cutting Guide Alignment

    MK-170 Tile Saw OPeRaTiON Verify cooling flow on both Push the Tile into the Blade in a Turn the motor OFF when work sides of the blade (adjust flow if smooth even motion to perform is complete necessary - See Maintenance...

  • Page 22: Cleanup

    Water Pan Water Pan Remove the pump Suction Fill the Water Pan with clean Run the MK-170 until clear wa- Screen and clean the Water water. Place Cutting Table o ter is seen at the blade cooling Pump of all debris Water Pan.
  • Page 23 Clean the MK-170 with soap Water Pan and clean water NOTe: To extend the life of the MK-170, lubricate the Motor Shaft with light oils such as, 3 in 1, WD-40, etc. Clean the Inner and Outer Clean the cutting Table, Motor...

  • Page 24: Blade Dressing

    When this occurs, the blade will need to be dressed. The diamond blade can be dressed using the MK Dressing Stick (part number 152972) and by following the steps below. Setup the MK-170 for operation Set the Adjustable cutting Position the Dressing Stick.

  • Page 25: Motor Brush Change-Out

    MK-170 Tile Saw MaiNTeNaNCe Motor Brush Change-out waRNiNG Disconnect the tool before servicing and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like. Disconnect the MK-170. Locate and Remove One Motor Remove Motor Brush Housing Brush Cap using a Flat Head Cover.

  • Page 26: Blade Will Not Cut Properly

    MK-170 Tile Saw TROUBleSHOOTiNG Blade will not cut properly Check for Smoothness or Check for proper rotation. Ensure the Blade Core is not "Glazing" (Dress Blade if bent and Arbor is not out of needed). round Verify the blade is correct for the material being used.

  • Page 27: Blade Stops Turning

    MK-170 Tile Saw TROUBleSHOOTiNG Remove the Blade Guard In- Clean the Blade Guard Intake Locate the Blade Guard take Fitting. Fitting. Cooling Channels. Rod Cooling channels and recheck flow. Blade Stops Turning Check the ON/OFF Switch is in Verify all plugs are fully Check to see if the Ground the ON position.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    MK-170 Tile Saw TROUBleSHOOTiNG Verify the circuit breaker is at Verify circuit breaker not Check power source voltage least 20 amps - if not, more to tripped; if it is tripped, reset it is 120V - if not 120V, move 20-amp circuit.
  • Page 29 NOTeS...
  • Page 30 MK-170 Tile Saw eXPlODeD View aSSY MK-170 Tile Saw PaRT# 157222...
  • Page 31 MK-170 Tile Saw PaRTS liST aSSY MK-170 Tile Saw PaRT# 157222 item Description Part # HOSE, VINYL, 1/4X3/8 (6.0') 132951 WRENCH, TILE SAW NUT 15/16 134684 FLANGE, OUTER, 2-3/8 135830 NUT, HEX, 5/8-18 151848 KNOB, DAVIES, 5/16-18 X 1 151681...
  • Page 32 NOTeS...

  • Page 33: Theory Of Diamond Blade

    MK-170 Tile Saw THeORY THeORY OF DiaMOND BlaDeS Diamond blades do not really cut; they grind the material through friction. Diamond crystals, often visible at the leading edge and sides of the rim/segment, remove material by scratching out particles of hard, dense materials, or by knocking out larger particles of loosely bonded abrasive material. This process eventually cracks or fractures the diamond particle, breaking it down into smaller pieces.

  • Page 34: Ordering Information

    MK-170 Tile Saw ORDeRiNG ORDeRiNG iNFORMaTiON You may order MK Diamond products through your local MK Diamond distributor or, you may order direct from MK Diamond. When ordering direct from MK Diamond, please have the following information ready before calling: •...
  • Page 35 © COPYRiGHT 2015, MK DiaMOND PRODUCTS, iNC. all RiGHTS ReSeRVeD. The MK Diamond logo is a registered trademark of MK Diamond Products, Inc. and may not be used, reproduced, or altered without written permission. All other trademarks are the property of their re- spective owners and used with permission.
  • Page 36 MK-170 Tile Saw OWNER'S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MK Diamond Products, Inc. 1315 Storm Parkway Torrance, CA 90501 Toll-Free: (800) 421-5830 Phone: (310) 539-5221 Fax: (310) 539-5158 www.mkdiamond.com...

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