MK Diamond Products MK-101 User manual

09.2013

MK-101 TILE SAW

OWNER'S MANUAL,

PARTS LIST &

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions

before using this equipment. This manual MUST

accompany the equipment at all times.

Revision 109

Manual Part# 168237

MK-101 Part # 167979

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of a MK-101 Tile Saw. We are certain that you will be pleased

with your purchase. MK Diamond takes pride in producing the nest construction power tools and

diamond blades in the industry.

Operated correctly, your MK-101 Tile Saw should provide you with years of service. In order to

help you, we have included this manual. This owners manual contains information necessary to

operate and maintain your MK-101 Tile Saw safely and correctly. Please take the time to

familiarize yourself with the MK-101 Tile Saw by reading and reviewing this manual.

Read and follow all safety, operating and maintenance instructions.

If you should have questions concerning your MK-101 Tile Saw, please feel free to call our friendly

customer service department at: 800 421-5830

Regards,

MK Diamond

NOTE THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE USE:

MODEL NUMBER:

SERIAL NUMBER:

PURCHASE PLACE:

PURCHASE DATE:

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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY

Safety Messages 4

General Safety Precautions 4-6

California Proposition 65 Message 6

Hazard Symbols 7

Electrical Requirements 8-10

Safety Label Locations 11

Product Specications 12

UNPACKING, TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY

Unpacking 13

Contents 13

Transport 14

Stand 15

Assembly 16-17

SETUP, STARTUP, ADJUSTMENT, OPERATION and SHUTDOWN

Setup 18-20

Operation 20-23

Cutting Head Adjustment 24-26

Cleanup 27

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Maintenance 28-33

Troubleshooting 34

EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST

Exploded View & Parts List 36-47

ACCESSORIES ORDERING and RETURN INSTRUCTIONS

Accessories 48

Ordering Information 50

Return Material Policy 50

Packaging Instructions 51

Authorized Service Centers 51

MK-101 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. They are not substitutes for proper accident

prevention procedures and good judgement.

SAFETY MESSAGES

A Damage Prevention Message is to inform the user of important information and/or instructions that

could lead to equipment or other property damage if not followed. Information Messages convey

information that pertains to the equipment being used. Each message will be preceded by the word

NOTE, as in the example below.

DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES

NOTE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND HAZARD SYMBOLS

A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Each safety message is

preceded by a safety alert symbol ( ) and one of three words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.

DANGER You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY INJURED if you DO NOT follow directions.

WARNING You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY INJURED if you DO NOT follow directions.

CAUTION You CAN be INJURED if you DO NOT follow directions. It may also be used to

alert against unsafe practices.

ALWAYS read this Owner’s Manual before operating the machine. DO NOT operate or

service this equipment before reading this entire manual. Read and understand all warn-

ings, instructions and controls on the machine. Know how to stop the equipment quickly in

case of emergency. It is the operators responsibility to use this machine under safe work-

ing conditions and conform with federal, state and local codes or regulations pertaining to

safety, air, pollution, noise etc...

ALWAYS keep the Blade and Belt Guards in place. DO NOT operate this machine with any

guard or safety device removed. A Guard, or any damaged part should be repaired or

replaced immediately.

NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, shatterproof

glasses, steel-toed boots and other protective devices required by the job. Non-slip

foot wear is recommended.

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In order to prevent injury, the following safety precautions and symbols should be followed at all times!

MK-101 SAFETY

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All visitors and children should be kept a safe distance from work area. Maintain a safe

operating distance to other personnel.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY

MAKE THE WORKSHOP KID PROOF

Make the workshops kid proof by using padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.

ROTATING PARTS

Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from all moving parts to prevent injury. Never oper-

ate the motor with covers, shrouds, or guards, removed.

OVER SPEED

NEVER tamper with the governor components or settings to increase the maximum speed.

Severe personal injury and damage to the engine or equipment can result if operated at

speeds above maximum.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK

NEVER touch electrical wires or components while the engine is running. Exposed, frayed or

worn electrical wiring and plugs can be sources of electrical shock which could cause severe

injury or burns. Do not touch the plug with wet hands.

ALWAYS avoid inhalation of and skin contact with silica dust and/or mist. Provide proper

dust removal. Use dust-collection system when applicable.

NEVER operate the machine in an explosive atmosphere or near combustible materials.

Sparks from the cutting-action of this machine can ignite flammable materials, liquids, gases

or dust.

This equipment should not be operated by persons under 18 years of age.

ALWAYS wear approved respiratory, head, ear and eye protection

when operating this machine.

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. ALWAYS place the power ON/OFF switch in the OFF position when the

saw is not in use.

ACCIDENTAL STARTS!

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Engine components can become extremely hot from operation. To prevent severe burns,

do not touch these areas while the engine is running, or immediately after it is turned off.

Never operate the engine with heat shields removed.

HOT PARTS!

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DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL

A power tool will do a job better and safer operating at the rate for which it was designed.

DO NOT force a tool or an attachment to do a job that it was not designed to do.

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Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. Using improper accessories

may increase the risk of personal or by-stander injury. Unauthorized equipment

modifications will void all warranties. Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any

accident due to equipment modifications.

ALWAYS ensure that the machine is on level ground before using.

Serious injury could occur if a power tool is tipped, or if a cutting tool is unintentionally

contacted.

When loading or unloading the machine, use caution. Remove the blade prior to hoisting,

loading and transporting the machine.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL

TRANSPORT

Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from

the power tool before it is turned on.

Cluttered work areas and benches invite accidents. Keep area around machine clear of

obstructions which could cause persons to fall.

DO NOT operate equipment in dangerous or hazardous environments. DO NOT use power

tools in damp or wet locations nor expose them to rain. Always keep the work area well

lighted.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN

DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS PLACES

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE

Keep tools clean and maintained for the best and safest performance. Always follow

maintenance instructions and examine the machine before use. If any abnormal vibrations

or noises occurs, turn off machine immediately and have the problem corrected before

further use.

DISCONNECT TOOLS

Power tools should always be disconnected before servicing, adjusting or when changing

accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like.

DO NOT OVERREACH

Keep proper footing and balance at all times by not overreaching.

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SECURE WORK

Clamps or a vise should be used to hold work whenever practical. Keeping your hands free

to operate a power tool is safer.

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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.

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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.

Check for broken parts and mountings and all other conditions that may affect the

operation of the power tool. A guard, or any damaged part, should be properly repaired or

replaced. Always check the machine for loose bolts before starting.

A blade or cutter should always be installed so that rotation is in the direction of the

arrow imprinted on the side of the blade or cutter. It should correspond with the rotational

direction of the motor. Always feed work into a blade against the direction of rotation.

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.

NEVER LEAVE A TOOL UNATTENDED

CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS

DIRECTION OF ROTATION

NEVER disconnect any "emergency or safety devices". These devices are intended for

operator safety. Disconnection of these devices can cause severe injury, bodily harm, or

even death! Disconnection of any of these devices will void all warranties. Unauthorized

equipment modifications will void all warranties. Manufacturer does not assume

responsibility for any accident due to equipment modifications.

NEVER operate this equipment under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

NEVER operate this equipment when not feeling well due to fatigue, illness or taking medicine.

NEVER use this machine with any cutter designed for woodworking.

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On belt driven equipment, overtensioning of belts will result in premature crank and/or bearing

failure.

Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and safety decals when they become

difcult to read.

ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used. Equipment should be stored in

a clean, dry location out of the reach of children

DO NOT lend or rent this equipment without including the Owner's Manual and the Engine/

Motor Manufacturer's Manual.

Check the chemical properties of the material to be cut/grinded and follow all EPA/OSHA

Regulations.

MK-101 SAFETY

Sawing and drilling generate dust. Excessive airborne particles may cause irritation to eyes, skin and

respiratory tract. To avoid breathing impairment, always employ dust controls and protection suitable

to the material being sawed or drilled; See OSHA (29 CFR Part 1910.1200).

WARNING

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 MESSAGE

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities con-

tain chemicals known (to the State of California) to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive

harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

•Lead, from lead-based paints

•Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products

•Arsenic and chromium, from chemically treated lumber

For further information, consult the following sources:

http://www.osha.gov/dsg/topics/silicacrystalline/index.html

http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/96-112/

http://oehha.ca.gov/prop65/law/P65law72003.html

http://www.dir.ca.gov/Title8/sub4.html

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 dust masks that are specially designed to lter out microscopic particles. Where

use of a dust extraction device is possible, it should be used. To achieve a high level of dust collec-

tion, use an industrial vacuum cleaner.

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. In ad-

dition, California and some other authorities have listed respirable crystalline silica as a substance

known to cause cancer. When cutting such materials, always follow respiratory precautions.

Use appropriate NIOSH-approved respiratory protection where dust hazard may occur. Paper masks

or surgical masks without a NIOSH approval number are not recommended because they do little to

protect the worker. For more information about respirator programs, including what respirators have

received NIOSH approval as safe and effective, please visit the NIOSH website at:

http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/respirators

Observe OSHA regulations for respirator use (29 C.F.R.§1910.134).

Visit http://www.osha.gov for more information.

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MK-101 SAFETY

WARNING

In order to prevent electrical shock and injury, the following electrical safety precautions and symbols

should be followed at all times!

If permanently connected this tool should be connected to a grounded metal permanent

wiring system; or to a system having an equipment - grounding conductor.

In case of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical

current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord which has an

equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching

outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

• DO NOT modify the plug provided - if it will not t the outlet, have the proper outlet

installed by a qualied electrician.

• Improper connections of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric

shock. The equipment-grounding conductor is the insulated conductor that has an outer

surface that is green, with or without yellow stripes. If repair or replacement of the electric

cord or plug is necessary, DO NOT connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live

terminal.

• Check with a qualied electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not

completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

• Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles

that accept the tool’s plug.

• Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.

This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one shown in Sketch A.

The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Sketch A. A temporary adapter,

which looks like the adapter illustrated in sketches B and C, may be used to connect this plug to a

2-pole receptacle as shown in Sketch B, if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary

adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualied electri-

cian. The green-colored rigid ear, plug, and the like, extending from the adapter, must be connected

to a permanent ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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Grounding

Means

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Metal Screw

Cover of

Grounded

Outlet Box

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ADAPTER

Grounding

Pin (B)

Circuit and Adapter Information

Use of a temporary adapter is not permitted in Canada.NOTE:

MK-101 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. When using an extension cord, GFCI should be installed closest to the power

source, followed by the extension cord and lastly, the machine.

The water pump requires a GFCI. To reduce risk of electrical shock when operating the machine

with the pump plugged into the 3-pole receptacle on the motor, connect the saw to a GFCI outlet.

See the pump manual and informational tags enclosed separately for all pump information.

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CAUTION

DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN

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. Before plugging in the machine, make sure that the outlet voltage is within

the voltage marked on the machines's data plate.

DO NOT spray water on the electric motor. DO NOT touch the plug with wet hands. To reduce

the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground.

ELECTRIC MOTOR SAFETY

DO NOT operate electric motor in an explosive environment.

DO NOT expose to rain or use in damp locations.

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WARNING

If operating the equipment in damp locations is unavoidable, ALWAYS use a Ground Fault

Circuit Interrupter, ALWAYS wear rubber gloves and footwear in damp conditions.

DO NOT abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the equipment or to pull the plug from

the outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, sharp edges, and moving parts. Replace dam-

aged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.

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