TS55 dust extraction port sticking

[RichardZ]

Anyone bothered by a poorly rotating TS55 vacuum port? Screws holding panel over port/blade seem hex (metric) but when I tried to unscrew they were TIGHT and I didn't want to strip. Which would be preferred - use of graphite (dry) spray lube vs. other (WD40) for less risk of residue on work surfaces?  Other fix? Thx

 

[Nigel]

The screws on mine are Torx 15's or 17's and were very tight initially.
[welcome]

 

[Administrator_JSVN]

Welcome to the forum, Richard. Yes, the fasteners are intentionally tight. Our service department suggests some dry lube to help it turn easier. Personally, I like mine to have a little tension so that if I put it in a specific orientation it doesn't move while I'm making a cut.

Shane

 

[tbellemare]

It's probably just clogged with debris, Richard. I've fixed a couple of them just by cleaning them.

Tom