MK Diamond Products MK-170 SERIES User manual

09.2015
MK-170 TILE SAW
OWNER'S MANUAL
PARTS LIST &
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
www.mkdiamond.com
Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions
before using this equipment. This parts list MUST
accompany the equipment at all times.
Revision 104
Manual 157243

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MK-170 TILE SAW PARTS LIST
Item Description Part # Qty
1HOSE, VINYL, 1/4X3/8 (6.0') 132951 1
2WRENCH, TILE SAW NUT 15/16 134684 1
3FLANGE, OUTER, 2-3/8 135830 2
4NUT, HEX, 5/8-18 151848 1
5KNOB, DAVIES, 5/16-18 X 1 151681 1
6SCREW, PAN HD, #10-24X1/2 151744 4
7NUT, WING,NYLK, 5/16-18 151746 1
8WASHER, LOCK, SPLIT, 5/16 151747 1
9SCREW, HEX HD, TAP, 5/16-18X2-1/2 151748 1
10 WASHER, FLAT, SAE, 5/16 151754 2
11 SCREW, WING, 1/4-20 X 1/2 151888 1
12 WASHER, FLAT, SAE, 1/4 151915 1
13 ELBOW, 1/8 MNPT X 1/4 BARB 90DEG 154652 1
14 CASTING, BLADE GRD, 7" , COMP 154811 1
15 LABEL, CAUTION, RECPT FOR PUMP 154822 1
16 LABEL, SERVICE INFO 155038 1
17 LABEL, NOTICE, EXT CORDS 155672 1
18 LABEL, CAUTION, GFCI 155678 1
19 LABEL, WARNING, TILESAW SAFETY 155806 1
20 SCREW, FLAT HEAD, 1/4-20 X 1/2 PHIL 155812 3
21 PUMP, WATER 115V, 60HZ 155987-VP 1
22 MTR, 5.0 AMP 115V 50/60HZ 157226-G 1
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24 WRENCH, 90 DEG X 11/16 OPEN END 157244 1
25 ARM, MTR SUPPORT 170 157245 1
26 LABEL, MOTOR MK-170 157251 1
27 PAN, PLASTIC MK170 157252 1
28 TABLE MK-170 COMP 157253 1
29 CASTING, 170, MOTOR MOUNT, COMP 157403 1
30 SCREW, FLAT HD, M5-.8X16MM 157404 6
31 NUT, HEX, M5-.8 157405 6
32 ASSY, FENCE MK-170 157406 1
33 TAG, SERIAL NUMBER, BLANK 157500-RW 1
34 MK-HDTCM WET 7X060 X 7/8 CONT 157913 1
35 GUARD, SPLASH 160310 1
36 LABEL, WARNING, SILICA, PROP 65 164202 1
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MK-170 TILE SAW 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. As
a result, a diamond blade for cutting soft, abrasive material must have a hard metal matrix composi-
tion 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 “con-
trolled 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 ex-
ible nature of MK Diamond blades to professionally handle most ceramic, masonry, stone and con-
crete 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 sufcient airow about the blade to prevent overheating of the steel core. This is the 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 cool-
ant 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

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MK-170 TILE SAW ORDERING
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 $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.
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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MK-170 TILE SAW 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
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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 Diamond Products, Inc.
1315 Storm Parkway
Torrance, CA 90501
Toll-Free: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.mkdiamond.com
MK-170 TILE SAW
OWNER'S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS