{"product_id":"elba-969-coffee-machine-group-seal-kit","title":"Elba 969 Coffee Machine Group Seal Kit – 73×57×8.5mm with Cup Shower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eElba 969 Coffee Machine Group Seal Kit – 73×57×8.5mm with Cup Shower\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep your Elba 969 espresso machine in peak condition with this group maintenance seal kit. Includes the portafilter group seal and cup shower screen — the two most commonly replaced group head components during routine servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1×\u003c\/strong\u003e Group Head Seal \/ Portafilter Gasket – 73×57×8.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1×\u003c\/strong\u003e Cup Shower Screen\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\u003eGasket Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 73mm OD × 57mm ID × 8.5mm thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 kg\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\u003eWhy Replace Your Group Seal and Shower Screen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA worn group seal causes espresso to leak around the portafilter during extraction, resulting in pressure loss, inconsistent shots, and grounds contamination. The shower screen distributes water evenly across the coffee puck — a blocked or worn screen leads to channelling and uneven extraction. Replacing both together during a service restores full group head performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHow often should I replace the group seal?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAs a general guide, replace the group seal every 6–12 months depending on usage volume. Signs of wear include leaking around the portafilter, difficulty locking the handle, or a hardened\/cracked seal.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs the shower screen included?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes — this kit includes both the 73×57×8.5mm portafilter gasket and the cup shower screen.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"Elba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46504538243268,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/6632\/8260\/files\/Groupsealkit.png?v=1786360657","url":"https:\/\/bearcoffeemachine.com.au\/products\/elba-969-coffee-machine-group-seal-kit","provider":"Bear Coffee Machine ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}