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Page 1: ...S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST 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 171159 Gas Powered Concrete Saw ...

Page 2: ...and maintain your MK X1318 Concrete Saw safely and correctly Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the MK X1318 Concrete Saw by reading and reviewing this manual Read and follow all safety operating and maintenance instructions If you should have questions concerning your MK X1318 Concrete Saw please feel free to call our friendly customer service department at 800 421 5830 Regards MK ...

Page 3: ...Transport 13 Installation 14 17 Fuel Tank 17 STARTUP OPERATION and SHUTDOWN Startup 18 19 Operation 20 22 Shutdown 22 Cleanup 23 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Maintenance 24 32 Troubleshooting 33 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST MK X1318 Honda Engine 34 37 MK X1318 Subaru Engine 38 41 THEORY Theory Of Diamond Blades 42 ACCESSORIES ORDERING and RETURN INSTRUCTIONS Accessories 43 Ordering Information 44 R...

Page 4: ...NJURED if you do not follow directions It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices NOTICE You can cause PROPERTY DAMAGE to your machine if you don t follow directions Each message tells you what the hazard is what can happen and what you can do to avoid or reduce injury Other important messages are preceded by the word NOTICE The safety labels should be periodically inspected and cleaned...

Page 5: ...damage could result if the equip ment is operated speeds above design maximum LETHAL EXHAUST GASES Engine exhaust gasses contain poisonous carbon monoxide an odorless colorless gas that can cause death if inhaled Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes and never run the engine in a closed building or confined area MK X1318 SAFETY In order to prevent injury the following safety precautions and symbols should ...

Page 6: ... are NOT safety glasses ALWAYS USE RESPIRATORY PROTECTION Exhaust gases may be harmful if inhaled Do not operate gas powered equipment in enclosed spaces Respiratory protection should be worn when operating gas powered equipment ALWAYS USE HEARING PROTECTION To reduce the possibility of hearing loss always use hearing protection when operating equipment ROTATING OR MOVING PARTS Keep hands feet hai...

Page 7: ...celets or other jewelry that may be caught in moving parts Nonslip footwear is recommended Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair SECURE WORK Clamps or a vise should be used to hold work whenever practical Keeping your hands free to oper ate a power tool is safer MK X1318 SAFETY NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED TURN POWER OFF Do not leave a tool until it comes to a complete stop Alw...

Page 8: ...hese 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 Grinding cutting drilling of masonry concrete metal and other materials with silica in their compo sition may give off dust or ...

Page 9: ...e not recommended by MK Diamond for this equipment Damage to the equipment and or injury to user may result WARNING DO NOT use woodcutting or carbide blades on this machine Use ONLY Diamond blades on machine Before starting the machine ALWAYS check that all guards are in position and correctly fitted Check the machine for loose bolts before starting Keep area around the machine clear of obstructio...

Page 10: ...t spark plug prior to servicing Part 155580 Part 155581 WARNING When refueling stop engine and allow to cool DO NOT overfill tank DANGER The exhaust from this product con tains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm DANGER Lethal exhaust gases Use only in well ventilated areas DO NOT use indoors WARNING Always wear safety approved hearin...

Page 11: ...m Weight 210 lbs 95 kg L x W x H inches 38 x 24 x 40 L x W x H mm 965 x 610 x 1 016 Engine Honda Gas Subaru Gas Power GX390 EX 40 Part 171002 171016 MK X1318 Series Features One piece box construction chassis made from 3 16 hot rolled steel Powder coated chassis resists peeling and corrosion Spring loaded steel hinged blade guard for easy blade inspection Water distribution system uses ride on the...

Page 12: ...ertain all items are accounted for and in good visual condition before discarding any packing materials If there are any missing or damaged parts call MK Diamond Customer Service at 800 421 5830 CONTENTS In the containers you will find one 1 MK X1318 Saw two 2 Blade Nut Wrenchs one 1 Pointer one 1 Water Tank one 1 Wheel Handle one 1 MK X1318 Owner s Manual one 1 Engine Own ers Manual one 1 Warrant...

Page 13: ...ngaged when the knob is tightened 3 The throttle control increases engine rpm from slow idle in the back position to fast full rpm in the front position 4 The water control lever is off in the vertical position and fully on in the horizontal position It may be placed at in between settings to regulate the water flow 5 The choke is located on the engine by the pull starter for convenient cold start...

Page 14: ...ench Follow the assembly instructions to prepare your saw for operation A Loosen bolts Remove top bolt Rotate handlebars to the upright position B Align the handlebar with the slots on both sides of the frame at the desired height Install bolt through the Handlebar and into the holes and tighten Handlebar Assembly ...

Page 15: ...k Pointer Installation A Place water tank on top of lifting bail Slide water tank in position so screws align with lifting bail slots A Insert bolt through pointer bar and then through pointer tab on front of saw B Tighten screws B Tighten nut ...

Page 16: ...lade shaft threads are left handed on the right side of the saw and right hand on the left of the saw A Use depth Control Wheel to raise the saw NOTE Diamond Blade Installation C Loosen the Blade Shaft Nut while holding the Shaft Wrench steady on the flats of the blade shaft D Remove the Blade Shaft Nut and Outer Flange E Install the Diamond Blade onto the Blade Shaft Ensure direc tional arrow on ...

Page 17: ...ine if running and allow it to cool 3 Refuel in a well ventilated area 4 Keep gasoline away from appliance pilot lights barbeques electric appliances power tools etc 5 Wipe up spills immediately Do not start engine until spill is dry 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 under the warranty 2 DO NOT u...

Page 18: ... material being cut C Inspect the saw for general dam age and or loose hardware B Inspect Engine for leaks D Check for proper oil level Refer to Engine Manual for details Low Level Proper Oil Level G Check the Air Filter for cleanliness Refer to Engine Manual for details 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 bel...

Page 19: ...8 STARTUP Front Pointer Alignment The pointer should be checked for proper alignment with the blade after every use A Mark a 4 feet long straight line on a smooth level surface Place Saw parallel to line lower Blade and center it over the line B With the Blade parallel to the line lower the front Pointer as sembly and position the pointer over the line C Adjust the Pointer in or out if the orange ...

Page 20: ...is machine under safe working conditions and conform with federal state and local codes or regulations pertaining to safety air pollution noise etc A Use the Depth Control Wheel to raise the blade clear of the floor B Attach the water hose to the Cooling Inlet if wet cutting C Lower the Pointer ensuring the Pointer is aligned to the blade See Front Pointer Alignment Prior to operation of this mach...

Page 21: ...e 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 pressure to the appropriate handle If excessive pressure is required reduce the forward speed of the saw Driving the saw too fast while cutting may cause the front wheels to lift causing the blade to cut at uneven depths Do not attempt to ...

Page 22: ...arly marked for dry cutting 2 Check the condition of the air filter at least every four hours of operation Refer to Engine Manual for details Airflow helps to cool the blade during dry cutting Cutting too deep with one pass or exerting exces sive forward or side pressure can be dangerous and cause damage Step cut in increments of 2 inches or less for best results Thinner blades are especially adva...

Page 23: ... every use 2 Using a garden hose or pressure washer is not 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 the saw with soap and water B Clean around the Console C Clean water system outlets including water tubes in blade guard D Clean the remainder o...

Page 24: ...Blade Shaft Cover with allen wrench E Remove water hose from blade guard F Move the Blade Guard onto the spade on the opposite side of the saw Attach water hose Do not operate saw with any guards removed Turn master engine switch to off position to avoid accidental starts when removing guards WARNING G Install the Blade Shaft Cover and tighten bolts H Install the Orange Wheel on the opposite side ...

Page 25: ...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 belts following first 48 hours of operation See Belt section MAINTENANCE SAFETY Maintenance Following Use The following maintenance should be performed following each use A Shut down the Engine Let saw ...

Page 26: ... details B Lubricate the Blade Shaft Bearings Monthly C Clean engine Air Filter weekly and replace monthly Refer to Engine Manual for details D Clean Spark Plug Weekly and readjust Spark Plug monthly Refer to Engine Manual for details E Clean and lubricate the Blade Retaining Bolt E Lubricate the Cooling Supply Valve F Verify the tightness of all bolts and screws Clean the saw ex cept the engine w...

Page 27: ...r Shop perform 500 hour maintenance C Have Authorized Repair Shop perform 1000 hour maintenance Definitive information on engine maintenance is contained in the engine manual provided separately Perform all maintenance procedures as recommended by the engine manual NOTE Yearly and Two Year Maintenance Perform the following maintenance every year A Inspect belts for proper tension and wear ...

Page 28: ...used 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 For all Engine related maintenance and troubleshooting refer to the Engine Manual B Ensure fuel level is 1 below the throat of the Fuel Tank 1 inch 25mm from throat Maximum Fuel Level C Ensure fuel level is below the ...

Page 29: ... oil completely Refer to Engine Manual for details Engine maintenance and adjustment is necessary to keep the saw in good operation condition Maintenance operations include oil changes filter changes air cleaner spark plug fuel filter etc Per form all maintenance procedures as recommended by the Honda or Subaru engine manual provided separately Engine Air Filter Inspection Cleaning and Replacement...

Page 30: ...al D Install the new Blade Retaining Bolt and Outer Flange B Remove the Blade Shaft Nut and the Outer Flange C Remove blade For all Engine related maintenance and troubleshooting refer to the Engine Manual MK X1318 MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Adjustments and Replacement A When installing the Spark Plug ensure the threads are aligned with the threads in the engine so as not to cross thread the plug Caut...

Page 31: ... nut Push the Engine forward to loosen the belt MK X1318 MAINTENANCE Belt Adjustment and Replacement In order to ensure the saw operates at peak efficiency the power transmission belt should be inspected monthly and changed if any signs of damage and or excessive wear is observed NOTE 1 When a new belt is installed it should be inspected and retensioned after the first forty eight 48 hours of oper...

Page 32: ... grooves of the Blade Shaft Pulleys L Check belt for proper tension Proper tension is approxi mately 1 8 inch deflection of the belt M Tighten the Engine Mounting Bolts N Install the Belt Guard and Belt Guard Retaining Bolts K Tighten the Engine Tension Arm Nut ...

Page 33: ...l Dirt in Fuel Line Incorrect Oil Level Dirty Air Filter Faulty Spark Plugs Will not start X X X X X Hard starting X X X X X Stops suddenly X X X X Lacks power X X X X X Operates erratically X X X X Knocks or pings X X Skips or misfires X X X Back fires X X X Overheats X X High Fuel Consump tion X X OTHER Cause Problem Improper Blade for the Application Improper Belt Tension Damage Caused by Exter...

Page 34: ...34 MK X1318 EXPLODED VIEW MK X1318 Honda Engine Part 171002 ...

Page 35: ...P 171044 2 22 ASSEMBLY THROTTLE HEAD 155406 1 SCREW 10 24 X 1 2 PAN HEAD PHILLIPS CAP 151744 2 NUT 10 24 CLIP 155407 2 23 CABLE THROTTLE HONDA 154158 1 24 HEX HEAD BOLT M12X55 171062 4 25 FLAT WASHER 12 171063 24 26 SPRING WASHER 12 171064 8 27 LEAD SCREW LOCKING ASSY 171066 1 28 FRAME 171118 1 29 ROUND NUT M20X1 5 171067 1 30 ENGINE SWITCH HONDA 157851 1 WIRE HARNESS PREMIUM HONDA NOT SHOWN 15663...

Page 36: ...ER PLATEN 171125 2 66 COLUMN PIN 10M6X26 171090 2 67 OUTSIDE PLATEN 171127 2 68 RIGHT HAND THREADED NUT 171128 1 69 BELT 171041 2 70 WASHER GB848 16 171042 4 71 SPINDLE 171129 1 72 KEY 8X45 171092 1 73 NONMETAL HEX LOCKNUT M12 171088 4 74 SPRING FOR BLADE COVER 171096 2 75 NONMETAL HEX LOCKNUT M5 171094 3 76 HEX NUT M5 171108 4 77 WING BOLT M6X50 171130 1 78 GUIDE LEVER 171131 1 79 POLYURETHANE WH...

Page 37: ...1073 2 99 NONMETAL HEX LOCKNUT M6 171075 1 100 WATER CURTAIN 171137 1 101 WATER CURTAIN CLAMP 171111 1 102 BLADE COVER I 171138 1 103 BLADE COVER II 171139 1 104 HEX HEAD BOLT M12X50 171112 1 105 FITTING 3 8ID 171053 1 106 RUBBER WASHER 171093 1 107 FITTING THREADED INSIDE 170923 1 108 FITTING THREADED OUTSIDE 171082 1 109 RING 20 171077 1 110 FLAT WASHER 20 GALVANIZED 171102 1 CARTON NOT SHOWN 17...

Page 38: ...38 MK X1318 EXPLODED VIEW MK X1318 Subaru Engine Part 171016 ...

Page 39: ...PRING FOR ACCELERO 171156 1 21 GRIP 171044 2 22 ASSEMBLY THROTTLE HEAD 155406 1 SCREW 10 24 X 1 2 PAN HEAD PHILLIPS CAP 151744 2 NUT 10 24 CLIP 155407 2 23 CABLE THROTTLE HONDA 154158 1 24 HEX HEAD BOLT M12X55 171062 4 25 FLAT WASHER 12 171063 24 26 SPRING WASHER 12 171064 8 27 LEAD SCREW LOCKING ASSY 171066 1 28 FRAME 171118 1 29 ROUND NUT M20X1 5 171067 1 30 ENGINE SWITCH HONDA 157851 1 WIRE HAR...

Page 40: ...W M6X12 171049 2 64 BLADE SHAFT PULLEY 171089 1 65 INNER PLATEN 171125 2 66 COLUMN PIN 10M6X26 171090 2 67 OUTSIDE PLATEN 171127 2 68 RIGHT HAND THREADED NUT 171128 1 69 BELT 171041 2 70 WASHER GB848 16 171042 4 71 SPINDLE 171129 1 72 KEY 8X45 171092 1 73 NONMETAL HEX LOCKNUT M12 171088 4 74 SPRING FOR BLADE COVER 171096 2 75 NONMETAL HEX LOCKNUT M5 171094 3 76 HEX NUT M5 171108 4 77 WING BOLT M6X...

Page 41: ...171136 2 HEX HEAD BOLT M6X20 171110 1 FLAT WASHER 6 171073 2 99 NONMETAL HEX LOCKNUT M6 171075 1 100 WATER CURTAIN 171137 1 101 WATER CURTAIN CLAMP 171111 1 102 BLADE COVER I 171138 1 103 BLADE COVER II 171139 1 104 HEX HEAD BOLT M12X50 171112 1 105 FITTING 3 8ID 171053 1 106 RUBBER WASHER 171093 1 107 FITTING THREADED INSIDE 170923 1 108 FITTING THREADED OUTSIDE 171082 1 109 RING 20 171077 1 110 ...

Page 42: ...g 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 Diamond blades do not really cut they grind the material through friction Diamond ...

Page 43: ... blade for cured concrete 3 134965 MK 525 18 x 125 x 1 Supreme grade wet cutting blade for cured concrete 4 133850 MK 705W 18 x 142 x 1 Premium grade wet cutting blade for asphalt 5 139162 MK 610W 18 x 142 x 1 Supreme grade wet cutting blade for green concrete 6 153550 MK 465D 18 x 142 x 1 Premium grade dry cutting blade for asphalt and green concrete MK X1318 ACCESSories ...

Page 44: ...e 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 r...

Page 45: ...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 t...

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Page 48: ...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 X1318 Concrete Saw Owner s Manual Operating instructions parts list ...

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