{"product_id":"ecm-profitec-coffee-machine-anti-valve-stainless","title":"ECM and Profitec Coffee Machine Anti-Vacuum Valve – Stainless Steel Version","description":"\u003ch2\u003eECM and Profitec Coffee Machine Anti-Vacuum Valve – Stainless Steel Version\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace a faulty or leaking boiler anti-vacuum valve on your ECM or Profitec espresso machine with this genuine OEM stainless steel replacement. This anti-vacuum valve (also called a vacuum breaker) sits on the boiler and opens automatically when the machine is switched off and the boiler cools, preventing a vacuum forming inside the boiler and allowing it to drain safely. The stainless steel body offers improved corrosion resistance over the standard brass version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStainless Steel vs Brass – Which Should I Choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the stainless steel and brass anti-vacuum valves are genuine OEM parts compatible with the same machines. The stainless steel version offers better resistance to corrosion and scale build-up, making it a preferred choice for machines used with harder water or in areas with high mineral content water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Video\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch our step-by-step guide on replacing the anti-vacuum valve on your ECM or Profitec espresso machine:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/b7AjjANz8kA?si=wmJtTMS5IWShzrD_\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/b7AjjANz8kA\/hqdefault.jpg\" alt=\"ECM Anti-Vacuum Valve Replacement Guide video thumbnail\" style=\"max-width: 100%; border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/b7AjjANz8kA?si=wmJtTMS5IWShzrD_\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWatch: ECM Anti-Vacuum Valve Replacement Guide on YouTube ▶\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSymptoms of a Faulty Anti-Vacuum Valve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater dripping continuously from the boiler drain during machine operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoiler not holding pressure correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGurgling sounds from the boiler during heat-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve body cracked, corroded, or leaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWhat does the anti-vacuum valve do?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe anti-vacuum valve (vacuum breaker) sits on the boiler and opens when the machine cools after being switched off. This prevents a vacuum forming inside the boiler that could pull contaminated water back in or damage internal components. A small drip of water from the drain line after switch-off is normal operation.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs the drip of water after switch-off normal?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes — a small drip from the boiler drain line after switching off is normal and indicates the anti-vacuum valve is working correctly. If the valve drips continuously during machine operation or leaks from the body, it requires replacement.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"ECM\/Profitec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46784365658308,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/6632\/8260\/files\/DLLQq.jpg?v=1790025856","url":"https:\/\/bearcoffeemachine.com.au\/products\/ecm-profitec-coffee-machine-anti-valve-stainless","provider":"Bear Coffee Machine ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}