MK-145 SERIES TILE 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 switch side of the unit. SERIAL NUMBER: NOTE: For your (1) one year warranty to be effective, complete the warranty card (including the Serial Number) and mail it in immediately upon purchase.
INTRODUCTION: We at MK Diamond want to congratulate you on selecting the MK-145 Tile Saw. 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 MK-145 should provide you with years of quality service. In order to help you, we have included this owners manual and operating instructions. This owners manual contains information necessary to operate and maintain your MK-145 safely and correctly.
TABLE of CONTENTS: Page SAFETY: Safety Messages Damage Prevention Message General Safety Precautions and Hazard Symbols California Proposition 65 Message Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions Lock Out Safety Label Locations Tile Saw Specific Warnings Product Specifications 4 4 4 7 7 10 10 10 11 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY Unpacking Contents Transport Assembly 12 12 12 13 SETUP, ADJUSTMENT AND OPERATION Setup Adjustment and Operation Cleanup 16 18 22 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Maintenance
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 MESSAGES: Safety messages inform the user about potential hazards that could lead to injury, death and/or equipment damage.
SAFETY: KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors and children should be kept a safe distance from work area. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF. Make the workshops kid proof by using padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. Do not leave extension cords plugged in or easily accessible to children. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. A power tool will do a job better and safer operating at a rate for which it was designed USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force a tool or attachment, to do a job that it was not designed to do.
SAFETY: REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. on Make sure the ON/OFF switch is in OFF position before plugging in a power tool. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner's manual for recommended accessories. Using improper accessories may increase the risk of personal or by-stander injury. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if a power tool is tipped, or, if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before using a power tool, check for damaged parts.
SAFETY: Sawing and drilling generates dust. Airborne dust 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). Diamond Blades improperly used are dangerous. Comply with American National Standards Institute Safety Code, B7.
SAFETY: To reduce the risk of shock or 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 the tile saw. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protections and may be used for this measure of safety. When using an extension cord, the GFCI should be installed closest to the power source, followed by the extension cord and lastly, the saw.
SAFETY: Use only extensions cords that are intended for outdoor use. These extension cords are identified by a marking "Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store indoors while not in use." Use only extension cords having an electrical rating not less than the rating of the product. Do not use damaged extension cords. Examine extension cords before using and replace if damaged. Do not abuse extension cords and do not yank on any cord to disconnect. Keep cords away from heat and sharp edges.
SAFETY: LOCK OUT: To prevent accidental starting, and to help ensure your workshop is "Kidproof," this saw is provided with a means to deactivate the functioning of the motor switch. The switch is provided with a removable toggle. With the toggle removed, the switch does not function and the motor cannot be turned on. Replacing the toggle reactivates the switch function. Toggle Installed Toggle Removed SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS: Safety labels are located according to Figure 1 to 3 below.
SAFETY: PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: The MK-145 is a versatile tabletop tile saw. Operated and used according to this manual, the MK-145 will provide years of dependable service. General Description: The MK-145 tile saw is engineered as a self-contained wet saw consisting of a powerful 230v motor in a hard plastic case. The saw is capable of cutting a tile up to (1) inch (25mm) thick. The water basin located below the tabletop can be filled with ordinary tap water, and is easily cleaned following use.
UNPACKING, TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY: UNPACKING: Your MK-145 has been shipped from the factory thoroughly inspected. Only minimal assembly is required. If not done, remove the MK-145 from the box and place on a flat surface. Remove the Water Basin, Cover (See Step 1 of the Blade Guard Installation Procedure; page 13.), and remove the accessories package from the Water Basin.
UNPACKING, TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY: ASSEMBLY: Follow the assembly instructions to prepare your MK-145 for operation. Blade Guard Installation: STEP ACTION 1. Remove Water Basin Cover a) Lift Water Basin Cover b) Pull out on Water Basing Cover to Remove 2. Removal Direction Install Diamond Blade Guard a) Insert Blade Guard into the small Slot of Cutting Table Slot a) Rotate Blade Guard Upright b) Insert Blade Guard Retaining Screw Retaining Screw Diamond Blade Installation: STEP ACTION 1.
UNPACKING, TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY: STEP ACTION 5. Install Plastic Outer Flange a) Install the Plastic Outer Flange onto the Gear Shaft Plastic Outer Flange NOTE: Do not “cross-thread the Retaining Nut during installation. 6. Install The Retaining Nut a) Install the Retaining Nut onto the Gear Shaft – DO NOT CROSS-THREAD THE NUT 7. Tightening Diamond Blade a) Hold the Diamond Blade still b) Rotate the Blade Wrench clockwise to tighten – DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 8.
UNPACKING, TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY: Table Stop Installation: STEP ACTION 1. Locate Table Stop Retaining Slots a) Rotate the MK-145 onto the back end b) Locate the Table Stop Retaining Slots Retaining Slot 2. Install the Table Stop a) Install the Table stop into the MK-145 Retaining Slots Table Stop 3. MK-145 Position the MK-145 a) Place the MK-145 onto the workbench b) Position the Table Stop against the side of the work bench MK Diamond Products Inc.
SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION: SETUP: • • • Before powering or starting, check for damage, that could prevent this equipment from proper operation or performing its intended function. Check for binding and improper alignment of moving parts. Check for damaged, broken, or missing parts. Verify the On/Off switch is in the OFF position.
SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION: STEP ACTION Overfilling the Water Basin can lead to water entering the motor compartment and potential electric shock. 4. Filling the Water Basin a) Fill the Water Basin UP TO the mark indicated on the Water Level Label 5. Verify Water Level a) Verify the Water Basin water level, is below the Upper Limit Indicator Arrow 6.
SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION: ADJUSTMENT AND OPERATION: Cutting Straight Edges: STEP ACTION 1. Position Adjustable Cutting Guide a) Loosen the two (2) Retaining Knobs b) Align the Measuring Arrow of the Adjustable Cutting Guide to the cut length indicated on the Cutting Table Ruler c) Retighten the Retaining Knobs 2. Position the Tile a) Position the tile against the Adjustable Cutting Guide 3. Set the Blade Guard a) Set Blade Guard above the top of the tile 4.
SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION: Diagonal Cutting: STEP ACTION 1. Setup Diagonal Cutting Guide a) Place the Diagonal Cutting Guide against the Adjustable Cutting Guide b) Fit the tile into the retaining slot of the Diagonal Cutting Guide 2. Position Adjustable Cutting Guide c) Loosen the two (2) Retaining Knobs d) Align the Adjustable Cutting Guide to the desired cut position c) Retighten the Retaining Knobs 3.
SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION: Cutting 22.5 and 45 Degree Angles: STEP ACTION 1. Cover Stay a) Pull out the two (2) Cover Stays located on the bottom of the Water Basin Cover Cover Stay 2. 22.5-Degree Angles a) Place the Cover Stays into the two (2) 22.5degree Angle Slots (lower slots) located inside the Water Basin 22.5º Angle Position 3.
SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION: STEP ACTION DO NOT FORCE TOOL, it will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. 8. 9. Cutting Tile a) Feed the tile into the Diamond Blade with a steady even pressure (forcing the tile will cause the blade to slow which could cause motor overheating) Cutting Complete a) Turn saw off when cutting is complete Feed Tile Slowly Off Position MK-145 MK Diamond Products Inc.
SETUP, ADJUSTMENT and OPERATION: Cleanup: STEP ACTION Never empty the Cooling Basin with the ON/OFF switch in the ON position, or when power is applied. NOTE: DO NOT use solvents or acids when cleaning the MK-145. 1. De-energize the MK-145 a) Verify the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position Off Position 2. Un Plug the MK-145 a) Unplug the MK-145 from the power source b) Unplug the MK-145 from the GCFI 3. Remove Water Basin Cover a) Lift Water Basin Cover b) Pull out on Water Basing Cover to remove 4.
MAINTENANCE and TROUBLESHOOTING: MAINTENANCE: Blade Dressing: Like most cutting instruments, a diamond blade performs best when it is dressed. Over time and use, diamonds on the outer edge will become smoothed or “glazed” over. This will reduce grinding efficiency and may cause the blade to “wander” or bend giving the illusion of an alignment problem. When this occurs, the blade will need to be dressed.
MAINTENANCE and TROUBLESHOOTING: Diamond Blade Change-out: STEP ACTION 1. Unplug the MK-145 a) Unplug the MK-145 from the power source b) Unplug the MK-145 from the GCFI GFCI 2. 3. Remove Retaining Nut and Outer Flange a) Hold the Diamond Blade still b) Rotate the Blade Wrench counter-clockwise to loosen c) Remove the Retaining Nut and Outer Flange Remove the Diamond Blade a) Remove the Blade out from between the Table Blade Slot from below Rotate to loosen Blade Wrench Blade Slot Diamond Blade 4.
MAINTENANCE and TROUBLESHOOTING: TROUBLESHOOTING: Turn the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position and unplug the saw from the power source before performing any troubleshooting procedure. Motor Stops Turning: STEP ACTION 1. Verify Plugs Fully Connected • If not fully connected, reconnect plugs and turn on the saw • If fully connected, go to step 2 2. Check Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) • If the GFCI is tripped reset it and turn on the saw • If the GFCI is not tripped, go to step 3 3.
MAINTENANCE and TROUBLESHOOTING: Blade Will Not Cut Properly: STEP ACTION 1 Check Blade for Smoothness ("Glazing") • If blade is smooth, sharpen per Blade Sharpening Section of this manual • If blade is not glazed, go to step 2 2. Check Blade Rotation Verify blade rotates in counter-clockwise direction as indicated by arrow on the diamond blade. • If not rotating correctly, reposition the blade to correct position • If rotating correctly, go to step 3 3.
EXPLODED VIEW and PARTS LIST: EXPLODED VIEW: MK-145 MK Diamond Products Inc.
EXPLODED VIEW and PARTS LIST: PARTS LIST: Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 MK-145 Kit Name Switch Diagonal Cutting Guide Adjustable Cutting Guide Table Stop Motor Assembly Flange Assembly Blade Guard Assembly Cutting Table Cover Assembly Diamond Blade MK-145 Molded Base MK-145 Molded Top Power Cord Warning Label Nameplate Label Mounting Screws (Top to Base) MK Diamond Part Number 158303 158304 158305 158306 158307 158308 158309 158310 158311 158312 158313 158314 158315 158316 158317 MK Diamond
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.
ACCESSORIES, ORDERING and RETURN INSTRUCTIONS: ACCESSORIES: ITEM 1. NUMBER DESCRIPTION 158309 Blade Guard Assembly 158304 Diagonal Cutting Guide 158305 Adjustable Cutting Guide 158311 Diamond Blade 152610 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (Not Included with the MK-145) 2. 3. 4. 5. MK-145 MK Diamond Products Inc.
ACCESSORIES, ORDERING and RETURN INSTRUCTIONS: 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.
MK-145 SERIES TILE 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.
