I have a lapavoni europacola machine and there is a small pipe that comes down between the lever and the steam pipe for the cappuccino. This pipe has been bent up into a "v" position. I bent it back down but I am wondering if the machine will still operate. I do not know what this pipe is used for . Thank you
Coffee Makers & Espresso... - La Pavoni - "ROMANTICA Brass" 16Cup
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Hi there,
This pipe as you will see has a collar at the top with a large bolt in the middle. This is a steam release device. Inside the bolt there is a bung and a spring which is basically if the boiler over pressurises, steam will push past the bung and hiss from the bolt. Obviously with steam you will get condensation so when the machine is coming to pressure you will get some steam coming out until the bung forms the seal and any condensation will channel down the pipe and into the drip tray below. This pipe should not be bent into a V shape and should point down towards the back of the group head so the end it directly above the drip tray. Any problems or still unsure then please get in touch at [email protected]
All the best
David
Domestic Espresso