MK Diamond Products MK-2420HSP Owner'S Manual & Operating Instructions Download Page 1

07.2018

MK-24 SERIES CONCRETE SAW 

OWNER’S MANUAL &

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 

www.mkdiamond.com

Caution:

 

Read all safety and operating instructions 

before using this equipment. This owner’s manual 

MUST accompany the equipment at all times. 

Revision 104

Manual Part# 170954-OM

MODELS

PART #

MK-2420HSP

170954

MK-2424HSP

170955

MK-2425KSP

170957

Summary of Contents for MK-2420HSP

Page 1: ...TIONS www mkdiamond com Caution Read all safety and operating instructions before using this equipment This owner s manual MUST accompany the equipment at all times Revision 104 Manual Part 170954 OM...

Page 2: ...ate and maintain your MK 24 Series safely and correctly Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the MK 24 Series by reading and reviewing this manual Read and follow all safety operating and...

Page 3: ...Product Specifications 12 UNPACKING TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY Unpacking 13 Contents 13 Transport 14 Assembly 15 17 SET UP OPERATION and SHUTDOWN Set Up 18 20 Operation 21 24 Shutdown 25 Cleanup 25 MAINT...

Page 4: ...ymbol 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 follo...

Page 5: ...r dust 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 f...

Page 6: ...ngerous 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...

Page 7: ...sconnect 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 d...

Page 8: ...niosh topics respirators Observe OSHA regulations for respirator use 29 C F R 1910 134 Visit http www osha gov for more information Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and othe...

Page 9: ...prior 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 c...

Page 10: ...ner s manual WARNING This equipment contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm These chemicals are contained in various components...

Page 11: ...11 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS MK 24 SERIES SAFETY F M B L A E K N J C C I D G C O H...

Page 12: ...as a portable concrete saw powered by a Honda gas engine or a propane engine by Kohler The saw is capable of 9 3 4 depth of cut with an 24 blade Motor and Weight Specifications Motor and Weight specif...

Page 13: ...Series Features One piece box construction chassis made from 3 16 hot rolled steel Powder coated chassis resists peeling and corrosion 12 gauge hinged blade guard Ride on the blade water distribution...

Page 14: ...peed Lever moves the saw forward by pushing the lever away from the operator and moves the saw in reverse by pulling the lever toward the operator Always place this control in central neutral position...

Page 15: ...e your saw for operation A Locate the threaded holes on both sides of the handlebar B Align the handlebar with the holes on both sides of the frame at the desired height HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY The engine...

Page 16: ...ines electric starter The Hydro Static Transmission is factory filled with fluid having a viscosity equivalent to SAE 20 W 20 Do not overfill the expansion tank Notice that the full level line is near...

Page 17: ...ver Locate the Blade Shaft Nut and the Outer Flange NOTE DIAMOND BLADE INSTALLATION B Loosen the Blade Shaft Nut while holding the Shaft Wrench steady F Install the Blade Shaft Nut C Remove the Blade...

Page 18: ...eave enough area for expansion due to environmental heating 1 Fuel can damage paint and plastic Be careful not to spill fuel when filling the fuel tank Damage caused by spilled fuel IS NOT covered und...

Page 19: ...lace and securely fastened B Inspect Engine for leaks Make sure surfaces are clean and unobstructed FRONT POINTER ALIGNMENT The Front Pointer is set in line at the factory However the pointer should b...

Page 20: ...y It is possible to cause overspeeding of the blade at throttle settings above the factory set governed speed of 3600 rpm DO NOT EXCEED THESE ENGINE RPM SETTINGS CAUTION NOTE Since diamond blades cut...

Page 21: ...s machine the operator must determine the existence and location of any subsurface features that may be hazardous or could damage the equipment i e electric cable natural gas line etc 2 If the saw sho...

Page 22: ...fast while cutting may cause the front wheels to lift causing the blade to cut at uneven depths Do not attempt to steer the saw Sudden and severe corrections can cause the blade to be damaged or broke...

Page 23: ...Blade Shaft Bolt and Outside Collar and move the saw away from the blade To remove a wedged blade from the concrete use a jack hammer and carefully chip out concrete around the blade Pounding or twis...

Page 24: ...the four Blade Guard Re taining Bolts E Locate the Blade Shaft Cover Retaining Bolts F Remove the Blade Shaft Cover Retaining Bolts and the Blade Shaft Cover G Install the Blade Guard on the opposite...

Page 25: ...1 2 hour before cleaning Use care during cleanup to avoid injury CAUTION 1 To extend operating life the Concrete Saw should be cleaned following every use 2 Using a garden hose or pressure washer is n...

Page 26: ...ng Every 8 Hours When Wet Cutting Change Air Filter Hydrostatic Transmission Reservoir Check Oil Mainframe Blade Shaft Bearings Lube Blade Shaft Bearings at end of Operations Pivot Bearings Chain Driv...

Page 27: ...INTENANCE Perform the following after initial purchase and operation of the saw A Change engine oil after first month or first 20 operating hours See Engine Manual B Check and adjust tension on all be...

Page 28: ...al for details D Clean Spark Plug Weekly and re adjust Spark Plug monthly Refer to Engine Manual for details E Clean and lubricate the Blade Shaft F Clean and lubricate the Blade Re taining Bolt Defin...

Page 29: ...0 hours A Replace Spark Plug Refer to En gine Manual for details B Have Authorized Repair Shop per form 500 hour maintenance C Have Authorized Repair Shop per form 1000 hour maintenance Yearly and Two...

Page 30: ...ture A Remove the Fuel Cap Refer to Engine Manual for details For all Engine related maintenance and troubleshooting refer to the Engine Manual B Ensure fuel level is 1 below the throat of the Fuel Ta...

Page 31: ...s in the engine so as not to cross thread the plug CAUTION CAUTION DO NOT work around the engine while hot If the fuse blows determine the cause of the problem before resuming operations A fuse protec...

Page 32: ...n motor mount bolts Loosen the lock nut and adjust set bolt on the motor tension adjuster until the required belt tension is achieved Retighten the motor mounting bolts Battery CAUTION CAUTION Observe...

Page 33: ...33 NOTES...

Page 34: ...us 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 Servic...

Page 35: ...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 obligatio...

Page 36: ...K Diamond Products Inc 1315 Storm Parkway Torrance CA 90501 Toll Free 800 421 5830 Phone 310 539 5221 Fax 310 539 5158 www mkdiamond com MK 24 SERIES CONCRETE SAW OWNER S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...

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