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  • Hornet
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    LOL...Cyril & Bean- thanks for the pic

    Graham, Ive taken (Broken) (will get a new one from saeco) the knob off, however the part that needs to be lubed I cant seem to get it off ( brass spindle or Valve stem OR SHOULD WE just call it a shaft & be done with it.) is there a trick to it ? (another can of worms) thanks
    Cheers,

    Shane

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  • beanflying
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    If you are still having problems then try Spoilers Relaxation Centre in Ringwood for your nearest professionals

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  • foul-up
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    hi shane

    Ive taken it apart (steam knob handle was interesting) but not sure where to put the lube?
    when you dismantle the steam valve you will have a brass spindle (or valve stem as per previuos pic) with a thread on it. this is where the it needs lubing

    we use a high temp food grade grease

    if the thread is damaged, then a new shaft needs to be fitted

    graham

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  • cyrilgoldenrock
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    Id say let a professional service your machine thoroughly with lubricant to rub out any stiffness. It should blow very well after a good servicing (steam that is).

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  • tojo1
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    I have to congrat all respondents for one of the funniest threads I have read in many a long day.

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  • beanflying
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    Oh you actually wanted a serious reply

    If it is like most valve assemblies then the area that needs lubrication is the valve stem where it goes past the gland and packing. Do not lubricate the valve face where it seals.

    The pic is just for reference and placing a name to the bits.

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  • Hornet
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    Has anyone actually done a service (Lube) on this machine?

    Ive taken it apart (steam knob handle was interesting) but not sure where to put the lube?

    Cheers,

    Shane

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  • Randy_G.
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    In recent communications I have discovered that Urnex is using Viagra as an anti-foaming agent in their espresso machine cleaner. If you have recently cleaned your machine it could explain how the knob became stiff. If the stiffness lasts more than four hours you are advised to consult your nearest appliance repair centre.

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  • Coffee2Di4
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    All I can say is that, Im completely disappointed...

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  • beanflying
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    Couple of tips dont use KY Jelly for lube (its water soluble) Vaselline tastes bad so try your local bearing shop for Food grade grease or lube

    If that fails seek out the services of a Professional to make you knob less stiff

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  • foul-up
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    you pull it


    apart

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  • Hornet
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    Hi Graham,

    How do I lube it up.....so to speak.

    Lizard,

    So what forums do you usually visit ??

    Cheers,

    Shane

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  • greenman
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    Me too!!!

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  • fishinglizard1972
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    I thought I was on the wrong forum when I saw that subject

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  • foul-up
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    hi hornet

    the staem valve in the via venezia is brass

    if these are not lubricated they become stiff

    if they become stiff, and continue to be used

    it damages the thread

    sometimes the shaft needs replacing other times complete valve

    needs serviocing
    graham

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