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Lelit Mara X: Replacing the Safety ValveUpdated 5 months ago

Tools Needed:

- 20mm crescent wrench

OR

- 20mm deep socket and socket wrench

- PTFE tape (aka Teflon tape aka plumber's tape)

Replacement safety valve


NOTE: The machine should be unplugged and cool to the touch before you begin.


1. Start by removing the top panel from the machine.


2. Identify the safety valve.

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3. Remove the silicone drain tube from the top of the safety valve.
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4. Using the crescent wrench or socket wrench, unscrew the safety valve from the top of the boiler.
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5. Clean any debris from the original thread sealant off of the boiler, make sure that the sealing o-ring is clean and in good condition.
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6. Transfer the sealing o-ring to the new safety valve if one was not included with the new valve.
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7. Screw the new safety valve into the top of the boiler.

 

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