Mk-diamond MK-1600 Series User Manual

03.2013 MK-1600OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSwww.mkdiamond.comCaution: Read all safety and operating instructions before using this equi

10OPERATION & SAFETY DECALSDO NOT operate this equipment before reading the owners’ manual! WARNING!(A)WARNINGGrinding/cutting/drilling of masonry

11 MK-1600 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONBladeThe MK-1600 uses a 16 or 18 inch diameter

12UNPACKING MK-1600SawBlade NutWrenchEngine Manual WarrantyCardMK-1600Owner’s ManualPointerHandlebarBolts and WashersHandlebarMK-1600

13TRANSPORTMK-1600 TRANSPORTCAUTION1. The MK-1600 weigh

14MK-1600 ASSEMBLYFilling Oil Reservoir(A)Verify the

15MK-1600 ASSEMBLY1. When installing the blade reta

16Filling Fuel TankMK-1600 START UPWARNING1. Gasoli

17(D)Check for proper oil level.Refer to Engine Manual for details.Low LevelProper Oil Level(G)Check the Air Filter for cleanliness. Refer to Engine M

18MK-1600 OPERATIONFront Pointer AlignmentAdjusting De

19MK-1600 OPERATIONStandard OperationThe MK-1600 is in

2INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a MK-1600 Concrete Saw. We are certain that you will be pleased with your purchase. MK Diamond ta

20Dry Cutting(K)When the cut is complete, raise the Blade completely out of the cut by turning Depth Control Wheel counter-clockwise.MK-1600

21MK-1600 CLEANUPCleanupEngine parts are extremel

22MK-1600 MAINTENANCEBlade Repositioning(A)Remove Diamond Bl

23(J)Install the Blade Shaft Cover.• Always turn the master engine switch to the off position.• NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a r

24MK-1600 MAINTENANCEMaintenance Following UseThe following

25MK-1600 MAINTENANCE(D)Clean engine Air Filter weekly and

26MK-1600 MAINTENANCEYearly and Two-Year MaintenancePerform

27MK-1600 MAINTENANCEChecking Oil LevelWhen installing the O

28(E)Tighten Blade Retaining Bolt while holding the Blade Shaft steady.(A)Open the Blade Guard Cover.Diamond Blade Removal(D)Install the new Blade, Re

29DO NOT work around the engine while hot.(A)Remove the Blade(See Blade Removal section).(C)Inspect the belt for excessive wear, cracks and cuts – if

3TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETYSafety Messages 4 Damage Prevention Message 4 General Safety Precautions and Hazard Symbols 5 California Proposition 65 M

30(J)Clean and verify the alignment of the Engine and Blade Shaft Pulleys.MK-1600

31MK-1600 TROUBLESHOOTINGTROUBLESHOOTINGWhen trouble occurs, be sure

32NOTES

33NOTES

34MK-1600 EXPLODED VIEW

35MK-1600 EXPLODED VIEW

36MK-1600 EXPLODED VIEW

37Item Description QtyPart#A1 Owner’s Manual, MK-1600 1 157841A2 Warranty Card 1 155859A3 Wrench 1 137976A4 Key, 1/4 Hex 1 156235B1 Belt Guard

38Item Description QtyPart#F7 Nut, 3/8-16 Nylock Hex 1 152505F8 Screw, 3/8-16 X 2 Hex Head Cap 1 153485F9 Bearing, Flange, w/ zerk fitting 1 155

39Item Description QtyPart#L1 H a n d l e bar 1 159903L2

4MK-1600 SAFETYSafety precautions should be fol

40Types of Cutting There are two

41ACCESSORIESITEM NUMBER DECRIPTION1134965MK-50018” x .125 x 1”Standard grade wet cutting blade for cured concrete2129072MK-505 18” x .125 x 1”Premium

42MK-1600 ORDERING & RETURNORDERING INFORMATIONYou may order MK Diam

43MK-1600 WARRANTYCONTACT:Please contact MK Diamond Pr

MK Diamond Products, Inc.1315 Storm ParkwayTorrance, CA 90501Toll-Free: (800) 421-5830Phone: (310) 539-5221Fax: (310) 539-5158www.mkdiamond.comMK-160

5EXPLOSIVE FUEL! Gasoline is extremely ammable, its vapors can explode if ignited; store only in approved containers, in well-ventilated, unoccupied

6MK-1600 SAFETYKEEP CHILDREN AWAYAll visitors

7DO NOT OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times by not overreaching. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CAREKeep tools sharp and clean for the best an

8MK-1600 SAFETYCALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 MESSAG

9• NEVER disconnect any “emergency or safety devices”. These devices are intended for operator safety. Disconnection of these devices can cause s