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FlowDescription
1Water flows from pump to boiler
2From boiler to valve assembly
3Default flow for water/steam
4To group head
5From valve assembly to drain
6Pump safety valve to drain
7Steam/water to drain
8To hot water exit
9From head to pressure gauge



Solenoid Valve Assembly

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PartDescriptionManufacturer Info

CEME v397vn25pr44 series 5C

3-way solenoidhttp://www.cemegroup.com/solenoid-valves/v397-199
CEME v799vn15pr44 series 5C2-way solenoidhttp://www.cemegroup.com/solenoid-valves/v799-211

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Parts




Troubleshooting

No Water Getting to Group Head


Observations:

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  • no water is coming out the group head (no espresso)
  • water IS being dispensed from the steam wand and hot water outlet.
  • no pressure when trying dispensing a shot
  • no water when trying to dispense a shot
  • 3-way solenoid valve had melted
  • something had blown on the PCB


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Testing:

  • blew through hoses to determine if a clog exists. (All good)
  • descaled machine using citric acid and water
  • backflow from portafilter did nothing (no water)

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  • replace solenoid valve assembly (DONE)
  • replace PCB (waiting on part)

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