MK Diamond Products MK-145 System manual

MK-145 SERIES
CAUTION:
READ ALL SAFETY AND
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS EQUIPMENT.
TILE SAW
OWNER’S MANUAL &
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Enter the Serial Number of your new saw in the
space below. The Serial Number is located on the
switch side of the unit.
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.
SERIAL NUMBER:

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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. Please review this
manual until you fully understand how to operate and maintain your MK-145
Tile Saw. Failure to review and understand these instructions could result in
serious damage to your tile saw and serious personal injury or death to
anyone using this tile saw.
If you should have any questions concerning your MK-145, at any time please
feel free to call our friendly customer service department at: [phone].
Regards,
MK Diamond

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TABLE of CONTENTS:
Page
SAFETY:
Safety Messages 4
Damage Prevention Message 4
General Safety Precautions and Hazard Symbols 4
California Proposition 65 Message 7
Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions 7
Lock Out 10
Safety Label Locations 10
Tile Saw Specific Warnings 10
Product Specifications 11
UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY
Unpacking 12
Contents 12
Transport 12
Assembly 13
SETUP, ADJUSTMENT AND OPERATION
Setup 16
Adjustment and Operation 18
Cleanup 22
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Maintenance 23
Troubleshooting 25
EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST
Exploded View 27
Parts List 28
THEORY
Theory of Diamond Blades 29
ACCESSORIES ORDERING and RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
Accessories 30
Ordering Information 31
Return Material Policy 31
Packaging Instructions 31
Authorized Service Centers 31
Manual Part No. 158550 Revision No. 09/04

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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. Each safety message will be preceded by one of the following
(3) three words that identify the severity of the message.
Not following instructions COULD lead to DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY
Not following instructions CAN lead to injury
DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION 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.
NOTE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND HAZARD SYMBOLS:
In order to prevent injury, the following safety precautions and symbols should be followed
at all times!
Safety Precautions:
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from the power tool before it is turned on.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered work areas and benches invite accidents.
DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations nor expose them to rain. Always
keep the work area well lighted.
In order to prevent injury, keep guards in place and in working order at all times.

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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.
USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.
If using an extension cord, make sure its in good condition first. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage that will
result in a loss of power and overheating. TABLE 1, (Page 9) shows the correct
AWG size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the
cord.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry
that may be caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES.
Safety glasses should always be worn when working around power tools. In addition, a face or dust mask should be worn if a cutting
operation is dusty. Airborne dust particles can cause serious eye
irritation and/or serious respiratory problems. Everyday eyeglasses only
have impact resistant lenses and may not prevent eye injury-they are
NOT safety glasses.
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.
DO NOT OVERREACH.
Always keep proper footing and balance at all times by not overreaching.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Always follow
maintenance instructions for lubricating and when changing accessories.
DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Power tools should always be disconnected before servicing or when changing
accessories such as, blades, bits, cutters, and the like.

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SAFETY:
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
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. A guard or another part that
is damaged should be carefully checked to determine it would operate properly
and perform its intended function. Always check moving parts for proper
alignment or binding. Check for broken parts, 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.
DIRECTION OF FEED.
Always feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation. A blade
or cutter should always be installed such that rotation is in the direction of the
arrow imprinted on the side of the blade or cutter.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED – 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 finished cutting.
Hazard Symbols:
ELECTRICAL SHOCK!
Never touch electrical wires or components while the motor is running. Exposed, frayed or worn electrical motor wiring can be sources of electrical shock that
could cause severe injury, burns or death.
ACCIDENTAL STARTS!
Before plugging the equipment into an electrical outlet, be sure the ON/OFF switch is in the "OFF" position to prevent accidental starting. Unplug the power
tool before performing any service operation.
ROTATING OR MOVING PARTS!
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from all moving parts to prevent injury. Never operate a power tool with covers, shrouds, or guards removed.
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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, B7.1 and, Occupational Safety and Health Act
covering Speed, Safety Guards, Flanges, Mounting Procedures, General Operating Rules,
Handling, Storage and General Machine Conditions.
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. Some examples from an extensive list of potentially harmful
chemicals include:
• Lead, from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica, from bricks and cement and other masonry products and
• Arsenic and chromium, from chemically treated lumber
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 those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles. Such dust masks are available at most hardware stores.
Carefully read the instructions that accompany the dust masks to determine appropriate
use and applications.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to prevent potential electrical shock and injury, the following electrical safety
precautions and symbols should be followed at all times!
In case of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric
cord having 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 fit the outlet, have the proper outlet
installed by a qualified 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
• Do not use adaptors to bypass the 3-prong grounding plubs.
• Check with a qualified 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 damaged or worn cord immediately

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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.
To avoid the possibly of the appliance plug or receptacle getting wet, position the
Tile Saw to one side of a wall mounted receptacle. This will prevent water from
dripping onto the receptacle or plug. A "drip loop," shown in FIGURE 2, should be
arranged by the user to properly position the power cord relative to the power
source.
The "drip loop" is that part of the cord below the level of the
receptacle, or the connector, if an extension cord is used.
This method of positioning the cord prevents the travel of
water along the power cord and coming in contact with the
receptacle.
If the plug or receptacle gets wet, DO NOT unplug the cord.
Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to
the tool. Then unplug and examine for presence of water in
the receptacle.
To reduce the risk of shock or electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground.
Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
Supporting
Surface
Power
Tool
Drip Loop
Power
Cord
FIGURE 2

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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. Always disconnect extension cords from the
receptacle before disconnecting the product form the extension cord.
Use of undersize extension cords results 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,
with undersized extension cord, will be repaired or replaced totally at the
customers expense. There will be no warranty claim.
To choose the proper extension cord,
• Locate the length of extension cord needed in TABLE 1 below.
• Once the proper length is found, move down the column to obtain the correct
AWG size required for that length of extension cord.
Extension Cord Minimum Gage for Length
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
230V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft 150 ft.
AWG AWG AWG AWG
18 16 16 14
TABLE 1

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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.
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS:
Safety labels are located according to Figure 1 to 3 below. The labels contain important
information. Please read the information contained on each 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
Item Location Description Part No.
1 Switch Side General Safety Warnings 158315
2 Water Basin Water level warning N/A
3 Back Serial Number and Motor
Specifications 158316
TILE SAW SPECIFIC WARNINGS:
• Wear eye protection
• Use splash hood for every operation for which it can be used
• Disconnect saw before servicing, when changing cutting blades, and cleaning
• Use tool only with smooth edge cutting blades free of openings and grooves
• Replace damaged cutting blade before operating
• Do not fill water bath above water fill line
Toggle
Removed
Toggle
Installed
1: General Safety Warning 2: Water Level Warning 3: Serial Number and
Motor Specifications

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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.
Motor Specifications:
Motor specifications for the MK-145 are listed in Table 2 below.
Voltage 230 v
Amperage 2 a
Frequency 50/60 Hz
RPM 5,500 rpm
Weight 11 lbs/5kgs
Table 2
Blade Capacity:
The MK-145 uses a 4-1/2 inch diameter continuous rim MK Diamond blade with a 1/16-inch
cutting width. The MK 145 can miter cut at a 45-degree miter angle or a 22.5-degree angle
for octagonal shapes.
Tile Types:
The MK-145 can cut a variety of tile types including Porcelain, Terracotta, Marble, Quarry
and Slate, or almost any other non-ferrous material.
NOTE: The MK-145 is not designed to cut plastic or ferrous (metals) material.

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UNPACKING
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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.
CONTENTS:
In your container, you will find one (1) MK-145, one (1) 4-1/2 inch diamond blade, one (1)
metal inner flange, one (1) plastic outer flange, one (1) blade nut, (1) 45º cutting guide one,
(1) adjustable cutting guide, two (2), adjustable cutting guide retaining knobs, one (1)
adjustable blade guard, one (1) blade guard retaining screw, one (1) MK-145 table stop,
one (1) blade wrench, one (1) owners manual, and one (1) warranty card
MK-145 Diamond Blade Metal
Inner Flange Plastic Outer Flange Blade Nut
45º Cutting
Guide Adjustable Cutting Guide
Adjustable
Cutting Guide
Knobs
Blade
Guard Blade Guard Retaining Screw
MK-145
Table Stop Blade Wrench Owners Manual Warranty Card
TRANSPORT:
The MK-145 weighs approximately eleven (11) pounds, making transport easy.
Never transport the MK-145 with water in the Cooling Basin.
The MK-145 is designed with recessed edges in the molded plastic case for ease of
transport. To transport the MK-145, simply grasp it by the two recessed edges, lift and
move it to the desired location.

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UNPACKING
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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. Install Diamond Blade Guard
a) Insert Blade Guard into the small Slot of Cutting
Table
a) Rotate Blade Guard Upright
b) Insert Blade Guard Retaining Screw
Diamond Blade Installation:
STEP ACTION
1. Gear Shaft
a) Locate the flat sides of the Gear Shaft
2. Install Metal Inner Flange
a) Install the Metal Inner Flange onto the Gear
Shaft
b) Rotate the Metal Inner Flange until it is seated
on the flat sides of the Gear Shaft
3. Install Diamond Blade
a) Orient the Blade to the Gear Shaft with the
Directional Arrow facing out
b) Install the Blade through the Table Blade Slot
from below
4. Verify Blade Seated
a) Verify the Blade is seated on the Gear Shaft
b) Verify Blade Directional Arrow matches the
Directional Arrow on the Blade Guard
Removal
Direction
Slot
Retaining Screw
Flat Side
Metal Inner
Flange
Blade Slot
Diamond Blade Installed on
Gear Shaft
Directional
Arrow

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UNPACKING
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TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY:
STEP ACTION
5. Install Plastic Outer Flange
a) Install the Plastic Outer Flange onto the Gear
Shaft
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. Reinstall the Water Basin Cover
a) Insert the three (3) Cover Retaining Tabs into
the three (3) Cover Alignment Slots
b) Seat the Water Basin Cover on the MK-145
Adjustable Cutting Guide Installation:
NOTES: 1. The Adjustable Cutting Guide can be used on either side of the Diamond
Blade.
2. Step 1 may be skipped if the Adjustable Cutting Guide is installed.
1. Install the Adjustable Cutting Guide
a) Fit the Retaining Tabs of the Adjustable Cutting
Guide to the Horizontal Grooves of the MK-145
b) Slide the Adjustable Cutting Guide onto the
MK-145
2. Retaining Knobs
a) Install the two Retaining Knobs into either side
of the Adjustable Cutting Guide
Alignment
Slot
Retaining Tab
Retaining Knob
Ruler
Horizontal
Groove
Retaining Tab
Plastic Outer
Flange
Retaining nut
Rotate to
tighten
Blade
Wrench

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UNPACKING
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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
2. Install the Table Stop
a) Install the Table stop into the MK-145 Retaining
Slots
3. 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-145
Seated
Retaining
Slot
Table Stop

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SETUP
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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.
• Before connecting the MK-145 to a power supply, be sure the voltage, cycle and phase
of the job site power source meet the requirements of TABLE 3
VOLTAGE: 230v
CYCLE: 50/60Hz
PHASE: 1-phase
TABLE 3
• If using an extension power cord, ensure sure the length and wire gauge correspond to
the requirements listed in TABLE 1 on page 9. 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.
• Use an approved Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
• Do not cover the motor vents as this could lead to motor overheating.
• Do not overfill the Cooling Basin.
NOTE: In order to avoid breaker tripping, a 15-amp circuit breaker should be used.
STEP ACTION
1. Blade Guard Alignment Verification
a) Place MK-145 on a flat, level surface
b) Verify the Diamond Blade is aligned with the
Blade Guard Support Angle using straight edge
2. Blade Guard Adjustment
a) Loosen the Blade Guard Support Screw
b) Align the Blade Guard to the Diamond Blade
c) Retighten the Blade Guard Support Screw
3. Remove Water Basin Cover
a) Lift Water Basin Cover
b) Pull out on Water Basing Cover to remove
Removal
Direction
Final Alignment
Verification
Blade Guard
Support Screw
Verify Alignment

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SETUP
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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. Reinstall the Water Basin Cover
a) Insert the three (3) Cover Retaining Tabs into
the three (3) Cover Alignment Slots
b) Seat the Water Basin Cover on the MK-145
If an extension cord is used, first verify it meets the requirements of TABLE
1 (page 9). Plug the MK-145 into the extension cord, plug the extension
cord into a GFCI and finally, plug the GFCI into the power source in that
order.
7. Verify the ON/OFF Switch is OFF
a) Verify the ON/OFF Switch is in the OFF position
8. Plug-in the MK-145
a) Plug the MK-145 into a GFCI
b) Plug the GFCI into the power source
Water Level
Indication
Alignment Slot
Retaining Tab
Off Position
GFCI
GFCI Plugged
Into Power
Source
Upper Limit
Indicator Arrow

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SETUP
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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. Turn on the MK-145
a) Turn on the MK-145
b) Verify Cooling Water Flow around Blade Guard
DO NOT FORCE TOOL, it will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
5. 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)
6. Cutting Complete
a) Turn saw off when cutting is complete
Measuring Arrow
Aligned with Ruler
Tile Positioned
Against Guide
Blade Guard Set
Switch ON
Off Position
Feed Tile Slowly

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SETUP
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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. Set the Blade Guard
a) Set Blade Guard above the top of the
Tile
4 Turn on the MK-145
a) Turn on the MK-145
b) Verify Cooling Water Flow around Blade Guard
DO NOT FORCE TOOL, it will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
5. 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)
6. Cutting Complete
a) Turn saw off when cutting is complete
Switch ON
Diagonal Cutting
Guide Placement
Position Tile
for Cut
Blade Guard Set
Feed Tile Slowly
Off Position
Tile Placement

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SETUP
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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
2. 22.5-Degree Angles
a) Place the Cover Stays into the two (2) 22.5-
degree Angle Slots (lower slots) located inside
the Water Basin
3. 45-Degree Angles
a) Place the Cover Stays into the two (2) 45-
degree Angle Slots (upper slots) located inside
the Water Basin
NOTE: Placing the Adjustable Cutting Guide against the edge of the tile will provide
added support during the cut, and, will reduce the chance of being injured by
sharp edges and chips.
4. Placing the Tile
a) Place the tile onto the raised Cutting Table with
the glazed side down
b) Verify the tile is resting against the Tile Support
Groove of the Cutting table
5. Position Adjustable Cutting Guide
a) Loosen the two (2) Retaining Knobs
b) Position the Adjustable Cutting Guide against
the edge of the tile
a) Retighten the Retaining Knobs
6. Set the Blade Guard
a) Set Blade Guard above the top of the tile
7. Turn on the MK-145
c) Turn on the MK-145
d) Verify Cooling Water Flow around Blade Guard
Cover Stay
22.5º Angle Position
45º Angle Position
Tile Support Groove
Tile Placement
On Position
Position Adjustable
Cutting Guide
Set Blade Guard