Panel Alignment - Espresso Single Group

Panel Alignment - Espresso Single Group


Espresso Single Group Panel Alignment
Effective October 2022 - Present 


Alert
SLAYER recommends all service be performed by an experienced SLAYER Espresso trained technician. For a technician reference near you, please contact SLAYER Support at (206)-284-7171 (#1 in Directory) or email support@slayerespresso.com.

Objective:
Re-align side panels to base plate. Commonly caused by rough transit or loose bolts which may 'twist' the side panels.

Symptoms:
  1. Side panels are not flush with base plate:
    1. 10004-12050 BASE PLATE, E1
  2. Front panel sitting proud of side panel contours.
  3. Rear panel appears uneven. 
Time:
  1. 1 - 2 hours
Parts:
  1. SLAYER Espresso Single Group Parts Diagram - 2024
Tools: 
  1. Hex
    1. M5
    2. 3/16"
  2. Wrench
    1. 7/16"
  3. Socket
    1. 7/16"
  4. #2 Phillips Screwdriver
Step 1:
  1. Place machine on block.
  2. Remove:
    1. Cup Tray
    2. Drip Tray Cover
    3. Front Upper Panel
    4. Rear Panel
Step 2:
  1. Loosen hex bolts labeled 1 on image below.
  2. Follow by removing the outside cosmetic hub by loosening arrow 2 (Interior recess).
Warning
Be sure to hold cosmetic hub while loosening bolt!


Step 3: 
  1. Using a 7/16 socket, lightly loosen 4 nuts below and adjust side panel as necessary to be flush with base plate.
This should clear up the front panel resting proud of the side panels.



Step 4:
  1. Once side panels are aligned with base plate, tighten the four (4) bolts in a radial pattern to ensure proper fit.
  2. Reassemble panels.
Idea
Slight adjustments may be required for all panels to ensure a clean alignment.


Questions or concerns? Please contact support@slayerespresso.com

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