Dual CS-5000 cue

[Tony Dee]

I'm back to my CS-5000. The (possible) issue is the cue mechanism. There doesn't seem to be much damping in the mechanism.
Is that normal for this model?
If not, I'll get to work on replacing the fluid.

Thanks,

 

[Hajidub]

Watched a video on YT about this thinking it can't be that hard, boy was I mistaken (not on this exact model though so maybe it's easier). Here's what Google AI says:
Step-by-Step Damping Repair

1. • Access the Cueing Assembly:
     • Remove the rubber cap located on top of the lift/cueing arm in the front half of the turntable deck.
     • Push the cueing spindle/assembly down and out. (Note: On some CS-5000 units, you may need to carefully lift the top plinth/base to cleanly access the inner tonearm housing). [1, 2, 3]
   • Clean the Old Residue:
     • Pull out the cueing piston (which features a small rubber tip and a return spring).
     • Wipe away all old, gummy, or dried silicone oil using alcohol and a cotton swab. Ensure the well and piston are completely clean. [1]
   • Apply New Silicone Fluid:
     • Apply a fresh layer of 300,000 cst to 500,000 cst silicone damping fluid onto the piston and inside the small indentation/well. Do not over-apply, or the arm will drop too slowly or fail to descend. [1, 2, 3]
   • Reassemble:
     • Drop the piston and spring back into its slot, snap or seat the cueing cap back into place, and test the cueing lever action so the tonearm lowers gently and smoothly onto the record. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]