Festool TS 55 EQ User Manual

The TS 55 can be used with or without a dust extraction 

system. The chip diverter swivels to direct the sawdust 

away from the work area when a dust extraction system is 

not used. 
For best results, however, a dust extraction system (such as 

the Festool CT 22 shown below) should be used. Festool 

dust extractors have the added features of variable speed, 

and sensing when the saw is turned on. The vacuum will 

automatically start when the saw is turned on, and will 

remain running for a couple of seconds after the saw turns 

off to clear the remaining dust. 
 

 

1.  Insert the extractor hose into the chip diverter (36 mm 

inside diameter [1-

7

/

16

 in.]) 

2.  Plug the TS 55 power cord into the auxiliary outlet on the 

extractor (if so equipped).  

3.  Set the power switch on the extractor to “Auto.” (The 

auxiliary power outlet is active only when the switch is 

set to Auto.) 

 

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TS 55 EQ Circular Saw