Hi all,
I hope that this thread is still alive, noticed that the last reply was on the 22nd of July last year. Anyway, I have bought a Lelit PL042EM last saturday and noticed that the steam wand is leaking some water every time I make espresso. I thought the newer version of Lelit has fixed all this problem. Now, the drip is not too bad, perhaps average between 5-8 drips everytime I make coffee. The lady from the store assured me that it is a normal thing, happens to every coffee machine and I should not be alarmed but I thought I ask you guys anyways. Is this something that starts leaking little by little and gets worse later on?
PS I don't think i have over tightened the knob.
Thanks.
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Re: Steam wand leakage on Lelit
Looks like you really did work on this Greybeard!
I am really hoping this is the quickfix that were all looking for. Thanks for giving it a real think!
http://coffeesnobs.com.au/YaBB.pl?num=1311237977/0#8
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Thanks anyway Chris, Ill see what the brains trust can come up with...
G.
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Fraid not gb,Originally posted by 6070667E717274130 link=1290293289/38#38 date=1310307155I hate to bring up this old chestnut again but has there been any progress.
It was consigned to the toohardexpensive basket. Its easier to just replace the needle valve.
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I hate to bring up this old chestnut again but has there been any progress. I dont want to touch mine while it is still under warranty.
G.We have a clever CSer onto this one and hope to have a better solution in the not too distant future.
Chris
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Thanks, I contacted the company that I purchased it from and he suggested gentle levering with the shaft of a screwdriver, with a caution to take it easy and work it slowly. I will put it in a vice instead of leaving it in the machine.
Just as added assurance the boiler also has a thermo switch to help save the element in the event of the boiler being dry. I know this because my wife left the steam on when she left for the day. Came home to a cold machine. The dealer said that if it happened more than twice it would irreparably damage the element.
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No grub screw on any of these to my knowledge, just a brass shaft with a flat side. Unless yours is evil and glued or loctited in, a bit of unscrewing then a pull combined with a gentle sideways wiggle should dislodge it.
Resist the temptation to prize it off with a screwdriver, chances are youll just scratch the steel or break the plastic...
Also Im pretty sure you could never run the boiler dry with a dripping steam wand (unless the steam switch is on!), as the exit for the steam valve is level with the top of the element. In this case gravity is your friend.
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Does it have a grub screw holding it onto the shaft? Look for a small hole in the side of the knob, the grub screws usually need an allen key.
Cheers
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The only way I could get the knob off mine was to actually screw the old one in half way, get my finger in between the black knob and the chassis, and pull hard...and I mean HARD.Originally posted by 74767F7328281E0 link=1290293289/33#33 date=1308825518Bringing back an old thread but it was the best I could do with the search function.
I have a Lelit with said leaky steam wand.
I have the part with me, Im just wondering if someone can help me with the procedure to remove the knob off the old steam tap to fit it onto the new tap. It looks as though it would have a retainer clip, but I cant access the part of the shaft that it would clip into. Also tried a direct pull (no twist as the flat side would stop that).
Cheers,
Justin
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Bringing back an old thread but it was the best I could do with the search function.
I have a Lelit with said leaky steam wand.
I have the part with me, Im just wondering if someone can help me with the procedure to remove the knob off the old steam tap to fit it onto the new tap. It looks as though it would have a retainer clip, but I cant access the part of the shaft that it would clip into. Also tried a direct pull (no twist as the flat side would stop that).
Cheers,
Justin
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Agreed it was a bit harsh Jon - the fluid measurement in ounces was a bit of a giveaway that buying the machine from a sponsor most likely wasnt an option - good luck IDGE, jetblack espresso or talk coffee might be able to help.
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Yes the Steam tap is what Im interested in. BTW, the "discounter" is a third party individual not some business entity.
JetBlack, do you have a photo of this part? Also Im in Washington State-US. Do you ship international? Costs?
Zip 98683
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I was referring to the steam tap (the part that screws in and out to control the flow of steam).Originally posted by 614C6D7B617A6D4F67676C4D7B787A6D7B7B080 link=1290293289/27#27 date=1292422607Is the $10 parts referred to in this thread the gasket replacement or some other part?
http://www.jetblackespresso.com.au/s...lit-steam-tap/
Ill update the link with a picture when I get a chance.
charlie
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hey Jon thats a bit rough.... nice and welcoming for a new member ????Originally posted by 4D71786075140 link=1290293289/28#28 date=1292447054Talk to the discounter you bought it from, they should be more than happy to assist, or dont they provide after sales service?
On the other hand if as you say you (fix things) I suggest you pull it apart and fix it, cant be all that complex.
Had you purchased from a CS sponsor help would only be a phone call away.
although yes its good to buy products from somewhere you can get after sales service many find this website after purchase and a issue appears
IDGE if you have not run away it seems the lelit might have a issue in the steam wand area depending on how you tighten it (and use it) a new washer might work but people do have other issues and have made some mods. do some CS serches and hopefully someone migth assist you a bit more.
i also reckon sponsors who sell them might be able to supply the parts or help with service.
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Talk to the discounter you bought it from, they should be more than happy to assist, or dont they provide after sales service?Originally posted by 765B7A6C766D7A5870707B5A6C6F6D7A6C6C1F0 link=1290293289/27#27 date=1292422607I know this is an old post but what is the fix for this? I acquired a lelit pl041 at a discount and now this dripping issue is showing up. When I turn the machine on it drips about .5-.75 ounce when warming up and then some more when pulling shots. It does make good espresso.
Is the $10 parts referred to in this thread the gasket replacement or some other part? I fix things and would like to replace whatever needs replacing.
Cheers...
On the other hand if as you say you (fix things) I suggest you pull it apart and fix it, cant be all that complex.
Had you purchased from a CS sponsor help would only be a phone call away.
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