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MK Diamond Products MK-101-24 Owner's Manual

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MK-101-24
OWNER'S MANUAL &

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MK-101-24
Part # 169612
Revision 103
09.2013
Manual Part No. 169689
Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions before
using this equipment. This owners manual MUST
accompany the equipment at all times.

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    MK-101-24 OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MK-101-24 Part # 169612 Revision 103 09.2013 Manual Part No. 169689 Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions before using this equipment. This owners manual MUST accompany the equipment at all times.
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a MK-101-24 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. Operated correctly, your MK-101-24 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 & Hazard Symbols California Proposition 65 Message Electrical Requirements electric Motor Safety 10-12 Safety Label Locations Product Specifications UNPACKING, TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY Unpacking Contents Transport Stand (Optional) Assembly 18-20 SETUP, STARTUP, ADJUSTMENT, OPERATION and SHUTDOWN Setup 21-23 Operation...

  • Page 4: Safety Messages

    MK-101-24 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-101-24 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-101-24 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. Keeping your hands free to operate a power tool is safer.
  • Page 7 MK-101-24 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-101-24 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: Electrical Requirements

    MK-101-24 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 10: Electric Motor Safety

    MK-101-24 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. Before plugging in the machine, make sure that the outlet voltage is within the voltage marked on the machines's data plate.
  • Page 11 MK-101-24 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," shown in the picture below, should be arranged by the user to properly position the power cord relative to the power source.
  • Page 12 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 NOTES...

  • Page 14: Safety Label Locations

    Safety 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. WARNING...

  • Page 15: Product Specifications

    The MK-101-24 is a versatile Tile Saw. Operated and used according to this manual, the unit will pro- vide years of dependable service. The MK-101-24 is engineered as a table top or stand mounted wet tile saw. The saw include a power- ful 120V totally enclosed capacitor start motor with a thermal protective overload.

  • Page 16: Unpacking

    If within one (1) Year from the date of purchase, this MK Diamond saw fails due to defect in material or workmanship, MK will repair it, free of charge when the unit is re- turned to the dealer where it was purchased.

  • Page 17: Transport

    The MK-101-24 is designed with a rigid frame and removable Cutting Head. Two people are required to transport the MK-101-24 with the Cutting Head installed. Remove the Cutting Head if one person is transporting the saw (see Cutting Head Installation and Removal in the following section).

  • Page 18: Assembly

    MK-101-24 ASSEMBLY Cutting Head Installation Follow the assembly instructions to prepare your MK-101-24 for operation. NOTE: If the cutting head is installed, go to the next step. CAUTION The cutting head is heavy. Care must be used when installing it.

  • Page 19: Diamond Blade Installation

    MK-101-24 ASSEMBLY Diamond Blade Installation NOTE: When installing the Retaining Nut, do not “cross-thread” and DO NOT over tighten. Position Movable Cutting Table Raise the Blade Guard by Locate the Shaft Lock push to the front of the saw. loosening the wingnut.

  • Page 20: Assembly

    MK-101-24 ASSEMBLY Adjustable Cutting Guide Installation NOTE: The Adjustable Cutting Guide can be used on either side of the Diamond Blade. Place the Adjustable Cutting Guide onto the Movable Cutting Table Ruler/Stop and tighten the retaining thumbscrew. Splash Guard Installation...

  • Page 21: Setup

    Connecting the Water Pump 1. To prevent the possibility electrical shock, the MK-101-24 MUST be de- WARNING energized when connecting the Water Pump. 2. To prevent the possibility of electrical shock, use only MK Diamond qualified replacement parts.
  • Page 22 2. Verify the On/Off switch is in the OFF position. 3. Before connecting the MK-101-24 to a power supply, be sure the voltage, cycle and phase of the job site power source meet these requirements.
  • Page 23 MK-101-24 SETUP VOLTAGE: 120V CYCLE: 60hz PHASE: 1-phase 4. I f using an extension power cord, make sure, the length and wire gauge cor- respond to the requirements listed in on page 12. An extension power cord that is too small in wire gauge (diameter), or too long in length, will cause the motor to overheat and could cause premature failure.

  • Page 24: Operation

    MK-101-24 OPERATION Cutting Straight Edges DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for CAUTION which it was designed. Position the Adjustable Cutting Tighten the retaining Place the tile against the Guide to desired cut length.
  • Page 25 MK-101-24 OPERATION Diagonal Cutting (Optional) To cut diagonal, the Dual 45º Flat Angle Guide (MK Diamond Part No. 134577-MK) NOTE: should be used. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for CAUTION which it was designed.
  • Page 26 OPERATION 45° Miter Cutting (Optional) NOTE: To cut 45º Miters, the 45º Bullnose Miter Guide (MK Diamond Part No. 153201-MK) should be used. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for CAUTION which it was designed.

  • Page 27: Operation

    Off-angle Cutting (Optional) NOTE: To cut angles other than 45º angles or Miters, a 90º Protractor (MK Diamond Part No. 134569-MK) should be used. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for CAUTION which it was designed.

  • Page 28: Cutting Head Adjustment

    MK-101-24 ADJUSTMENT adjusting the Cutting Head NOTE: For larger tiles and maximum cutting length, the cutting head should be in the front pivot hole. CAUTION The Cutting Head is heavy! Care must be used when changing the position of the Cutting Head.
  • Page 29 MK-101-24 ADJUSTMENT adjusting the Post for Maximum Cutting Length The Cutting Head and Post are heavy! Use care when changing the position CAUTION of the Cutting Head. Loosen the Post Support and Remove the Cutting Head (See Remove Water Basin and retaining bolts.

  • Page 30: Cleanup

    MK-101-24 CLEANUP CLEANUP 1. If an external water source was used, steps A through C may be skipped. NOTES 2. Dispose of waste water in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws. Place the Water Pump Run the saw until clear Remove the Water Basin.

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    48 hours of operation (See V-belt Inspection). Maintenance Following Use To extend the life of the MK-101-24, the following procedure should be performed after each use. Lubricate all points listed below with light oils such as, 3 in 1, WD-40, etc. CAUTION Ensure the saw is off and disconnected before performing any maintenance.

  • Page 32: Monthly Maintenance

    MK-101-24 MAINTENANCE Monthly Maintenance The following maintenance should be performed Monthly. Remove the Diamond Blade. Lubricate the Outer Flange Lubricate the Arbor Shaft. and Retaining-nut. Verify the Roller Wheel Verify all motor mounting Verify the Motor Adjustment Assembly is tight and in Bolts are tight.
  • Page 33 "wander" or bend giving the illusion of an alignment problem. When this occurs, the blade will need to be dressed. The diamond blade can be dressed using the MK Dressing Stick (MK Diamond Part No 152792) and by following the steps below. Setup the MK100 for operation Set the Adjustable Cutting Position the Dressing Stick.
  • Page 34 MK-101-24 MAINTENANCE Diamond Blade Change-out NOTE: When installing the Retaining Nut, do not "cross-thread" and DO NOT over tighten the nut. Locate the Shaft Lock push Remove Retaining Nut and Outer Remove the Diamond Blade button on the underside of the...
  • Page 35 MAINTENANCE Micro-V Belt Inspection, Adjustment and Replacement The MK-101-24 is designed with power transmission Micro-V Belt. In order to ensure the MK-101-24 operates a peak efficiency, the Micro-V Belt should be inspected monthly, and changed if the Micro-V Belt shows damage and/or excessive wear.
  • Page 36 Push the motor toward the front Remove the Micro-V Belt Install the new Micro-V Belt of the Cutting Head to loosen (MK Diamond Part No. 158194) the Micro-V Belt Verify the Micro-V Belt is seated Tighten the Motor Adjustment Check Micro-V Belt tension (proper...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    MK-101-24 TROUBLESHOOTING Blade will not cut properly Check for Smoothness Check for proper blade rotation. Ensure the Blade Core or “Glazing” (Dress blade is not bent. if needed). Verify the blade is correct for the material being used. Movable Cutting Table Does Not Move Correctly...

  • Page 38: Cooling Flow

    MK-101-24 TROUBLESHOOTING Cooling Flow Verify the cooling flow Remove the Cooling Transfer Place Pump into a bucket of Adjusting Clamp is open. If flow Tube from the Blade Guard water and check flow. If flow exists, go to Step B.
  • Page 39 Check power source voltage is 120V - if not 120V, move to another circuit. Blade Alignment Procedure The Movable Cutting Table of the MK-101-24 may become misaligned with the Cutting Head of the Tile Saw over time. Should misalignment occur, perform the following steps to realign the Tile Saw.
  • Page 40 MK-101-24 TROUBLESHOOTING Preparation for alignment Remove Water Pan. Inspect Diamond Blade Loosen front and rear for damage. Guide Bar Retaining Bolts. Horizontal Rough alignment The Horizontal alignment will ensure that straight cuts (or Rip Cuts) are made. Pull Movable Cutting Table...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    NOTE: If the blade is misaligned following 90º-alignment verification, return the saw to MK Diamond for repair. Remove Blade Guard and Position Square on Movable Verify the Diamond water pan.
  • Page 42 MK-101-24 EXPLODED VIEW...

  • Page 43: Parts List

    MK-101-24 PARTS LIST ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART # QTY. HOSE, VINYL, 1/4 X 3/8 (6.0’) 132951 WRENCH, TILE SAW NUT 15/16 134684 WASHER, FLAT, SAE, 3/8 150923 PUMP, WATER 115V/60HZ UL/CSA 151271-VP SCREW, HEX HD, 5/16 - 18 X 1...
  • Page 44 MK-101-24 EXPLODED VIEW Cutting Head Assembly Part# 168167 INCLUDED WITH ITEM 8...

  • Page 45: Parts List

    MK-101-24 PARTS LIST ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART # QTY. KEY, 3/16 SQ X 1 - 18 150344 WASHER, FLAT, SAE, 1/4 151915 SCREW, HEX HD, 1/4 - 20 X 3/4 152370 ASSY, BLADE GUARD, 101 152582 WASHER, LOCK, SPLIT, 1/4...
  • Page 46 MK-101-24 EXPLODED VIEW Table Assembly Part# 169598...
  • Page 47 MK-101-24 PARTS LIST ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART # QTY. CASTING, 101/990 LNR BRG MT-COM 135855 SCREW, HEX HD, 5/16 - 18 X 1 151743 WASHER, LOCK, SPLIT, 5/16 151747 WASHER, FLAT, SAE, 5/16 151754 ASSY, WHEEL BRKT TSAW 151756 SPACER, GUIDE BAR COVER, COMMON...

  • Page 48: Theory Of Diamond Blade

    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 49: Accessories

    MK-101-24 ACCESSORIES NUMBER DESCRIPTION ITEM MK-200. 10” X 5/8” ARBOR Premium grade Diamond Blade for smooth, 137166 chip-free cutting on tile. MK-215, 10” X 5/8” ARBOR Supreme grade diamond blade for 128074 hard materials MK-315, 10” X 5/8” ARBOR 153252...

  • Page 50: Ordering Information

    • The Part Description for the part(s) being ordered NOTE: There is a $25.00 minimum order when ordering direct from MK Diamond. A $6.00 charge will be added to orders having a net billing value under $50.00. All purchases must be made using VISA, MasterCard or American Express.
  • Page 51 © COPYRIGHt 2013, 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 52 MK-101-24 TILE SAW OWNERS MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTION 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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