Steam Actuator Stack - Espresso Series

Steam Actuator Stack - Espresso Series



Actuator Stack - Espresso V3 & Single Group


AlertSLAYER 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:
Service and adjust tension on SLAYER Espresso V3 & Single Group mechanically actuated steam wands. (+ Single Group hot water spout!)

Tools:
Large Flathead Screw Driver

Parts:
Idea
Reference - Espresso V3 Parts Diagram. Click HERE if servicing an Espresso Single Group.
  1. 12: 10003-36600 LOCK SCREW, SHOULDER BOLT
  2. 11: 46003-10001 WASHER, SPRING, M10, ACETAL
  3. 10: 46003-10002 WASHER, FLAT, 18-8 SS, Ø7/16"
  4. 9: 46000-53186 SHIM, SHOULDER BOLT, 0.010" THICK, Ø5/8" ID
  5. 7: 10000-16130 ACTUATOR RAMP
  6. 6: 46003-10003 O-RING, PTFE, DASH NUMBER 237


Step 1:
  1. With a large flathead screw driver, remove shoulder bolt lock screw and verify actuator stack is correct. 
  2. Two acetal conical washers (Part #11) face each other (convex sides touching).
  3. Followed by flat washer (Part #10).


Step 2:
  1. If actuator drifts or has lateral play. Shims may be required.
  2. Insert 1 - 3 (max) shims to adjust tension. (Part #9)
Warning
 Overtightening shoulder bolt lock screw does not affect tension or lateral play.


Troubleshooting:

Poor actuation symptoms:
  1. Actuator drifting towards the OFF position on its own.
  2. Lateral actuator movement. 
  3. Actuator hub rubbing against X arm.
  4. Weak steam.
Mechanical resolution measures:
  1. Verify actuator stack (+shims) is in the correct orientation.
    1. Step 1 & 2.
  2. O-ring and actuator ramp are SLAYER lubed and in working order.
    1. Part #6 & #7.
  3. Service steam valve.
Info
Legacy Information:
SLAYER Espresso V1 & V2 machines may be retrofit to the V3 steam actuator parts diagram. Contact SLAYER's Spare Parts team at orders@slayerespresso.com for more information.

Questions or concerns? Please contact support@slayerespress.com

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