MK Diamond Products, Inc.
1315 Storm Parkway
Torrance, CA 90501
Toll-Free: (800) 421-5830
Phone: (310) 539-5221
Fax: (310) 539-5158
CX-3
®
Concrete Saw
OWNERS MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Page 1: ...ER S MANUAL Caution Read all safety and operating instructions before using this equipment This owner s manual MUST accompany the equipment at all times Revision 116 Manual Part 159345 OM MODELS PART...
Page 2: ...aintain your CX 3 Concrete Saw safely and correctly Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the CX 3 Concrete Saw by reading and reviewing this manual Read and follow all safety operating an...
Page 3: ...NPACKING TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY Unpacking 12 Contents 12 Transport 13 Assembly 14 15 STARTUP OPERATION and SHUTDOWN Startup 16 17 Operation 18 Shutdown 19 Cleanup 20 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Ma...
Page 4: ...l and one of three words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION DANGER You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY INJURED if you DO NOT follow directions WARNING You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY INJURED if you DO NOT follow di...
Page 5: ...st removal Use dust collection system when applicable NEVER operate the machine in an explosive atmosphere or near combustible materials Sparks from the cutting action of this machine can ignite flamm...
Page 6: ...ous or hazardous environments DO NOT use power tools in damp or wet locations nor expose them to rain Always keep the work area well lighted REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN DO...
Page 7: ...nect any emergency or safety devices These devices are intended for operator safety Disconnection of these devices can cause severe injury bodily harm or even death Disconnection of any of these devic...
Page 8: ...opics respirators Observe OSHA regulations for respirator use 29 C F R 1910 134 and 1503 1 Visit http www osha gov for more information Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and...
Page 9: ...or to servicing EXPLOSIVE FUEL GAS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GAS ENGINE SAFETY Engine exhaust gasses contain poisonous carbon monoxide an odorless colorless gas Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes Breathing it can...
Page 10: ...or safety information Scan for manuals Label 170480 E Part 154398 DO NOT operate this equipment before reading the owner s manuals WARNING Label 154398 D B WARNING This equipment contains chemicals kn...
Page 11: ...s and inspection Folding handle bar for compact transport Poly V belt for positive power transmission Right Hand cutting cuts within 1 of wall or curb PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS The CX 3 is a versatile ga...
Page 12: ...al MUST accompany the equipment at all times Revision 115 Manual Part 159345 OM MODELS PART CX 3 Honda GX160 159345 Your CX 3 has been shipped from the factory thoroughly inspected Only minimal assemb...
Page 13: ...ion C Use a 3 16 allen wrench to tighten screw Do not over tighten as this will cause dam age to the crank wheel A Thread the crank wheel on to the depth control screw and tighten until snug B The cra...
Page 14: ...dy Remove the Blade Retain ing Screw and Outer Flange F Install the Outer Flange Verify it is seated against the blade E Install the Diamond Blade onto the Blade Shaft Ensure arrow is pointed in direc...
Page 15: ...l for details A Insert Crank Wheel Handle mounting bolt up through hole in crank wheel A Insert bolt on Pointer into mounting flange next to Blade Guard and tighten B Thread Crank Wheel Handle onto bo...
Page 16: ...S NOT covered under the warranty 2 DO NOT use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil gasoline mixture NOTE A Remove the Fuel Cap Refer to Engine Manual for details B Ensure fuel level is 1 below the...
Page 17: ...E Ensure fuel level is 1 below the throat of the Fuel Tank 1 inch 25mm from throat Maximum Fuel Level F Ensure fuel level is below the top of the strainer filter Maximum Fuel Level NOTE The operator...
Page 18: ...aightedge with the blade and align pointer with edge D Layout and mark the area to be cut using a chalk line Align Pointer and Blade to chalk line E Start the CX 3 using the Engine Start procedure in...
Page 19: ...rform the cut using only enough pressure to follow the original marked line The saw has a natural tendency to pull towards the side on which the blade is mounted To assure straight line cutting apply...
Page 20: ...advised as it can force water into the air cleaner or muffler opening 3 Use care when cleaning around electrical components NOTE A Verify the engine is off and cool before beginning to clean Clean th...
Page 21: ...A Change engine oil after first month or first 20 operating hours See Engine Manual B Check and adjust tension on all belts following first 48 hours of operation See belt section Maintenance Followin...
Page 22: ...fer to Engine Manual for details B Lubricate the Depth Control Screw Monthly C Lubricate the Blade Shaft Bear ings Monthly D Clean engine Air Filter weekly and replace monthly Refer to Engine Manual f...
Page 23: ...ours A Replace Spark Plug Refer to Engine Manual for details B Have Authorized Repair Shop perform 500 hour maintenance C Have Authorized Repair Shop perform 1000 hour maintenance Yearly and Two Year...
Page 24: ...d by spilled fuel IS NOT covered under the warranty 2 DO NOT use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil gasoline mixture A Remove the Fuel Cap Refer to Engine Manual for details Checking Oil Level W...
Page 25: ...disposal A Remove the Diamond Blade See Blade removal section B Lower the CX 3 to its lowest position C Free the Oil Drain Line Place a catch basin below the Oil Drain Line Remove the Drain Cap to dr...
Page 26: ...ade Shaft steady A Locate Blade Guard lock B Push Lock Button Open the Blade Guard Cover Diamond Blade Removal E Install the new Blade Retaining Bolt and Outer Flange C Remove the Blade Retaining Bolt...
Page 27: ...the threads are aligned with the threads in the engine so as not to cross thread the plug CAUTION DO NOT work around the engine while hot Handlebar Repositioning for Storage A Loosen the Tri Knobs on...
Page 28: ...belt F Locate the four lower Engine Mounting Bolts on both ends of the CX 3 motor and loosen E Locate the four upper Engine Mounting Nuts on both ends of the CX 3 motor and loosen Belt Adjustment and...
Page 29: ...t Pulleys K Verify the belt is seated in all grooves of the Engine and Cut ting Drum Pulleys M Check belt for proper tension Proper tension is approxi mately 1 8 inch deflection of the belt N Repeat S...
Page 30: ...30 P Install the Belt Guard and Belt Guard Retaining Bolts Q Install the Blade See Blade Installation section CX 3 MAINTENANCE...
Page 31: ...ng 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 overa...
Page 32: ...for Cured Concrete 3 159617 MK AX10 12 x 125 x 1 Premium Grade for Asphalt 4 159618 MK AX10 14 x 125 x 1 Premium Grade for Asphalt 5 159619 MK GX10 12 x 110 x 1 Supreme Grade for Green Concrete 6 159...
Page 33: ...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 Standard orders are 50 00 or more when ordering direct from MK Diamo...
Page 34: ...achine 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 rep...
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Page 36: ...MK Diamond Products Inc 1315 Storm Parkway Torrance CA 90501 Toll Free 800 421 5830 Phone 310 539 5221 Fax 310 539 5158 CX 3 Concrete Saw OWNERS MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
