La Pavoni lever machines, like the Europiccola and Professional, can last for decades with the right care. These are the faults we see most often.
1. Water leaking from the top of the group
Why it happens: the piston seals are worn.
The fix: a lever service with new piston seals and gaskets.
2. Lever stiff or not building pressure
Why it happens: dry or worn seals, scale in the group, or a worn group gasket.
The fix: strip, clean and reseal the group.
3. Leaking from the boiler base or sight glass
Why it happens: the boiler gasket or sight glass seals have hardened.
The fix: replace the boiler and sight glass gaskets.
4. Not heating or not holding pressure
Why it happens: a failed element, a worn pressurestat, or a leaking safety valve.
The fix: test and replace the faulty part. The safety valve should always work properly.
5. Steam wand dripping
Why it happens: worn steam valve seals.
The fix: rebuild the steam valve.
La Pavoni needing a service? Book a free assessment or call 0424-140-133.