MK Diamond Products BX-3 User manual

09.2011
BX-3 MASONRY SAW
OWNER'S MANUAL, PARTS LIST &
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions
before using this equipment. This owners manual MUST
accompany the equipment at all times.
Revision 100
Manual Part No. 158168
www.mkdiamond.com

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BX-3 EXPLODED VIEW

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PARTS LIST:
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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. As a result, a diamond blade
for cutting soft, abrasive material must have a hard metal matrix composition to resist this erosion long
enough for the exposed diamonds to be properly utilized. Conversely, a blade for cutting a hard, non-
abrasive material must have a soft bond to ensure that it will erode and expose the diamonds embedded in
the matrix. These simple principles are the foundation of “controlled bond erosion”.
Types of Cutting:
There are two basic types of cutting-Dry or Wet. The choice of which type of blade to use depends on:
• The requirements of the job
• The machine/tool utilizing the diamond blade
• The preference of the operator
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. DRY cutting blades require sufficient airflow
about the blade to prevent overheating of the steel core. This is best accomplished by shallow, intermittent
cuts of the material with periods of “free-spinning” (for several seconds) between each cut, to maximize the
cooling process.
For WET cutting applications, MK has the exact blade to compliment both the material to be cut and the wet
cutting machine to be used. During cutting operations, liberal amounts of water act as a coolant to support
the cutting effectiveness and longevity of the 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 THEORY

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ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS:
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1.
157957 MK-BX10, Dry Cutting 14" Segmented Blade
2.
157944 MK-BX30, Dry Cutting 14" Segmented Block
Blade
3.
231276 Adjustable Cutting Guide*
4.
133090 Roller Wheel*
5.
156427 Protective Wooden Strip*
6.
157729 Motor Air Filter*
7.
152610 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
8.
157981 BX-3 Stand
(Stand contains Owners Manual)
*Included at time of shipping
BX-3 ACCESSORIES

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BX-3 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.
When ordering direct from MK Diamond, please have the following information ready before calling:
• The Model Number of the saw
• The Serial Number of the saw
• Where the saw was purchased and when
• The Part Number for the part(s) being ordered
• The Part Description for the part(s) being ordered
NOTE: There is a $25.00 minimum order when ordering direct from MK Diamond. A $5.00 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.
All parts may be ordered by calling toll free to – 800 421-5830 or 310 539-5221 and asking for
Customer Service. For technical questions, call – 800 474-5594.
RETURN MATERIALS POLICY
To expedite the service relative to the return of a product purchased through MK Diamond, please
observe the following:
NOTE: When returning all items, they must have been purchased within the previous twelve (12)
months.
• Have the Model Number of the saw
• Have the Serial Number of the saw
• Have the location of where the saw was purchased
• Have the date when the saw was purchased
• Contact Customer Service for approval to return the item(s)
• Obtain a Returned Goods Number (RGA) authorizing the return
• Follow the packaging instructions in the following section
• Ensure your item(s) are prepaid to the destination
For returned items, call toll free to – 800 421-5830 or 310 539-5221 and ask for Customer Service.
For technical questions, call – 800 474-5594 or 310 257-2845.
PACKAGING INSTRUCTIONS
• Remove the Cutting Head and Support Angle Assembly
• Dry the saw before shipping
• When packing, include the following: Saw, Diamond Blade, Blade Guard and Support Angle
Assembly and Adjustable Cutting Guide (Other Accessories are not required)
• Package the unit in its original container or one of comparable size (do not ship the unit partially
exposed)
• Ensure all parts are secured in the packaging to prevent moving
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS
For quicker repair time, you may contact MK Diamond Customer Service, toll free, at 800 421-5830
or 310 539-5221 for the Authorized Service Center closest too you or visit our web site at
www.mkdiamond.com. For technical questions, call – 800 474-5594.

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BX-3 CONTACT AND LIMITED WARRANTY
CONTACT:
Please contact MK Diamond Products, Inc. Customer Service Department with any questions you
might have regarding distributors, parts or service.
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Customer Service Hours: Monday through Friday, 6AM-4PM PST
MK Diamond Products, Inc.
1315 Storm Parkway
Torrance, CA 90501
© COPYRIGHT 2011, 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.
MK Diamond may have patents, patent applications, trade marks, copyrights of other intellectual
property right covering this product in this document.
This manual MUST accompany the equipment at all times. This manual is considered a permanent
part of the equipment and should remain with the unit if resold.
The information and specications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for
printing.
MK DIAMOND PRODUCTS, INC. will guarantee every machine they build, to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for (1) one year from date of purchase. The obligation of MK DIAMOND
PRODUCTS, INC. under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of any parts which,
under normal use, prove to be defective in material or workmanship. The parts involved or the unit
in question should be returned to MK DIAMOND PRODUCTS, INC. or to a point designated by us,
transportation prepaid.
This warranty does not obligate us to bear the cost of labor or transportation charges in connection
with replacement or repair of defective parts. Likewise, it shall NOT apply to any unit which has been
subjected to misuse, neglect or accident. This warranty does NOT apply to any machine which has
been repaired or altered outside our factory.
This warranty does NOT obligate MK DIAMOND PRODUCTS, INC., with respect to items not of our
manufacture, such as engines, motors, hydraulics, etc., which are subject to their own guarantees and
warranties.
We shall in no event be liable for consequential damages or contingent liabilities arising out of failure
of any equipment or parts to operate properly.
MK DIAMOND PRODUCTS, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY

MK-101 Pro 24 Tile Saw
OWNERS MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTION
DOCUMENT NO. 158808
MK Diamond Products, Inc.
1315 Storm Parkway
Torrance, CA 90501
Toll-Free: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.mkdiamond.com