{"product_id":"969-elba-coffee-machine-group-valve-rebuild-kit","title":"Elba 969 Coffee Machine E61 Group Valve Rebuild Kit – Brass Pistons \u0026 Seal","description":"\u003ch2\u003eElba 969 Coffee Machine E61 Group Valve Rebuild Kit – Brass Pistons \u0026amp; Seal\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRebuild a leaking or sluggish E61 group valve on your Elba 969 espresso machine with this complete valve rebuild kit. Includes the brass upper valve stem, lower valve piston with stainless steel pin, and rubber seal — everything needed to restore smooth, leak-free group valve operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1×\u003c\/strong\u003e Upper brass valve stem \/ piston\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1×\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower brass valve piston with stainless steel pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1×\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubber valve seal \/ O-ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elba 969\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e E61\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass pistons, stainless steel pin, rubber seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New \/ OEM quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVendor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSymptoms of a Faulty Group Valve\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater or steam leaking from the group head during or after extraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroup valve lever stiff or not returning to position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInconsistent pre-infusion or extraction pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDripping from the group head when machine is idle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWhat is an E61 group valve?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe E61 group valve (also called the brew valve or group head valve) controls water flow through the group head during extraction and pre-infusion. It consists of upper and lower pistons that open and close the water path when the lever is operated.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCan I rebuild the valve myself?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eE61 group valve rebuilds are suitable for experienced technicians and advanced home baristas. The process involves disassembling the group head and replacing the internal valve components. Contact our Sydney-based team if you need assistance.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"969 coffee machine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46504620556484,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/6632\/8260\/files\/coffee_machine_e61_group_valve_kit.jpg?v=1768725342","url":"https:\/\/bearcoffeemachine.com.au\/products\/969-elba-coffee-machine-group-valve-rebuild-kit","provider":"Bear Coffee Machine ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}