Great video! My steam valve had thread lock on the two parts of the valve body making it very difficult to separate. A six mm hex key fits and slowly I was able to break the seal. The washers were in good condition but I dropped one and it disappeared into my cluttered workshop. I found an o-ring that fit while waiting for a replacement from Amazon. The leak has stopped. The bracket that holds the valve in place was rusty. Best not to wait to do this repair after you notice the dripping from the wand! I can’t find a replacement valve here in the U.S.
Thanks for the video and links. It's very clear and easy to follow. The steam wand in my dual boiler had been leaking for a few weeks and more recently the machine started leaking. Your video and the "survival kit" helped a lot - I replaced all seals and orings in the steam wand and also all orings in the steam boiler.
thanks! Not if it's just dripping from the tip; however, it could be an indication the rest of the steam valve is wearing out too. Any leaks around that area can cause problems - especially if the bracket holding it all in rusts away. You can't buy that part.
use something like a 4mm drill bit and drill it enough to remove the screw head, then remove knob and use pliers to get out the remaining part of the screw.
can you help to find the link for green O-rings size 8? I also used temporary the silicone one and looks like it works but it's slightly smaller! Thanks!
Is there a replacement for the valve body assembly? the ball in my steam valve moves a great deal, and the valve will not close. I wander if I can replace the whole thing?
Hello champiom, great video. At 2.30 in the video, i tore the tube out and it left the gold bit inside the bottom. How i get that gold bit oit of the bottom of the machine?
Hey, you could try soaking it in descale fluid to see if that works. I've not tried, but i've read that freeze spray on the brass fitting may help as brass contracts quicker than stainless steel. Failing that, you may need to drill it out.
Great Video! My 920 just started leaking this week after almost 3 years usage, would try to fix it following the video. Some questions though: 1. Could you provide the size specs of the HMBR o-ring please? (Does size 008 mean OD 8mm? what about the ID and thickness?) 2. In the very last of the video (time 7:53) you used an red o-ring, I guess that's the 2 size 007 silicone o-rings you mentioned in the parts right? could you please provide the size specs as well? Thanks so much!!!
thanks, i'm just starting out so hoping to improve my editing as i make more videos. its a BS008. I will update the description. Here is a size chart: www.allorings.com/British-o-ring-Size-Chart
just fixed the leaking steam wand following your instructions. Turned out all the orings are relatively in good condition, while the 2 PTFE flat washer are corrupted. After changing 2 new ones (I bought a pack of 50) the issue is fixed. Thanks a lot for this informative video! @BrevilleTech
Have you thought about or heard about using aflas o ring for the steam valve? Some people on home barista forums say the aflas is rated best for steam use, and recommend the use of aflas to replace the other 007 and 010 o rings in the machine
Yes I have, they seem good for compression and have good resistance to abrasion. I touched on aflas actually in my latest video about orings. They certainly look promising! I've heard someone say theirs lasted 5 years, but time will tell. Not the easiest oring to buy though outside the UK
@@BrevTech makes sense, the other factor is that this o ring might go through compression through the valve, which might be a different factor than the ones that are just regularly holding the valve in place. Thank you for the helpful videos
Thanks a lot, great advice. I’m working on fixing a leak in the steam wand of my BES920, but when I started disassembling the machine to access the steam valve, I found that the screws holding the valve, as well as the one inside the handle cylinder, are corroded. The rust has stripped the screws, and I can’t get them to budge, making it impossible to remove the valve. I've already tried using WD-40 to loosen the screws and multiple drive sizes. Do you have any tricks that help me disassemble the valve?
@@BrevTech Thanks a lot for your reply. Yes, I'm afraid that is my only option. Two more questions, if you don't mind. Re the screw inside the handle cylinder. Is it a generic screw, since I realise it screws into the valve? and do you think I may easily get break the valve when trying to drill it out or is there enough distance between the head of the screw and the valve to allow for some error? Thanks again.
@@pixiebob1247 I've drilled them out quite a few times and there is enough space for you not to damage the valve. Use a 3-4mm bit and the head should just come off, allowing the knob to be removed. Then use pliers to remove the remaining thread from the valve.
On my machine, the single small screw buried deep in the steam lever handle has a stripped head and can’t be removed. Do you have any suggestions for how to remove this?
Excellent video - really appreciate it! Flipped the seals and seems good. My dripping steam wand caused the metal bracket at the rubber foot area to rust as it was sitting in a puddle of water too many times. Is there parts to replace that? It’s damaged the bench top unfortunately. Recommend anyone action this and not leave it so you don’t have a rust issue like me!
Thanks! Yes, it's a common issue. I think this is the part you might need (if it's the front): www.coffeepartswarehouse.com.au/breville-espresso-coffee-bes980-foot-holder-front-p-1777197.html
Hi. I've had my steam valve on my BES900 apart and replaced the seals etc using your kit. Fixed the drip but now have a leak out of the valve inside the machine when activating the steam wand. The ball has a couple of pits on it and the soft white compression seal has a tear on the bottom edge where it seals against internal housing. I guess given the age of the machine and having disturbed it this has affected the seal. Are any of these parts replaceable or do I need to purchase a new complete valve? Do you have replacement valves for sale? Thanks for your help.
Thanks so much for these videos. Gave me a lot of confidence to overhaul my leaky machine. Do you have a source for the steam dial actuator? Mine’s broken down where it connects to the steam valve. Having trouble finding a source, ideally in the US. Thanks!
Love your videos. They've helped me a lot with my Oracle. Do you have any advice on repairing a bes980 steam wand that won't turn off unless I pull it out? I'm hoping I don't have to replace the whole unit. Was making a loud arcing noise and then the noise stopped and steam is constantly escaping.
that will be the steam solenoid not closing properly. If its the OLAB (metal base) version you can buy my solenoid repair kit to fix it (see description), otherwise, if it has the plastic base (CEME) you'll have to buy the complete solenoid online. its a fairly simple repair.
Hello! Love the video! My steam is encountering a slightly different issue. When the machine is hot the steam lever become so hard to move up and down but when cool operates perfectly. Any ideas on what to do to fix the issue?
Thanks, you'd need to take off the lid and have a further look. Or just loosen the screw holding the handle on to see if that makes a difference to eliminate the internal parts of the valve.
Your video really helped me fixing my Sage Dual Boiler. I wouldn't have figured out there are two seals I need to replace. Thanks!
Glad it helped
thank you so much for this, also for the link. The shipping was more than the kit itself but at least they ship to Vietnam
Great video! My steam valve had thread lock on the two parts of the valve body making it very difficult to separate. A six mm hex key fits and slowly I was able to break the seal. The washers were in good condition but I dropped one and it disappeared into my cluttered workshop. I found an o-ring that fit while waiting for a replacement from Amazon. The leak has stopped. The bracket that holds the valve in place was rusty. Best not to wait to do this repair after you notice the dripping from the wand! I can’t find a replacement valve here in the U.S.
Thanks for the video and links. It's very clear and easy to follow. The steam wand in my dual boiler had been leaking for a few weeks and more recently the machine started leaking. Your video and the "survival kit" helped a lot - I replaced all seals and orings in the steam wand and also all orings in the steam boiler.
Great to hear thanks!
Thanks for great video. Is there any major harm by not repairing the dripping steam wand?
thanks! Not if it's just dripping from the tip; however, it could be an indication the rest of the steam valve is wearing out too. Any leaks around that area can cause problems - especially if the bracket holding it all in rusts away. You can't buy that part.
Brilliant, just the video I needed.🙂
Great video.. will try to do it on my 920. Thanks so much!!
You're welcome!
My screw holding the external plastic knob onto the valve is corroded
How to take out the valve?
use something like a 4mm drill bit and drill it enough to remove the screw head, then remove knob and use pliers to get out the remaining part of the screw.
can you help to find the link for green O-rings size 8? I also used temporary the silicone one and looks like it works but it's slightly smaller!
Thanks!
I sell these in my online store in the steam valve repair kit. use the links above.
Is there a replacement for the valve body assembly? the ball in my steam valve moves a great deal, and the valve will not close. I wander if I can replace the whole thing?
yep, search for: SP0001713
Hello champiom, great video. At 2.30 in the video, i tore the tube out and it left the gold bit inside the bottom. How i get that gold bit oit of the bottom of the machine?
Hey, you could try soaking it in descale fluid to see if that works. I've not tried, but i've read that freeze spray on the brass fitting may help as brass contracts quicker than stainless steel. Failing that, you may need to drill it out.
@BrevTech yes i think ill probably drill it out
Great Video! My 920 just started leaking this week after almost 3 years usage, would try to fix it following the video. Some questions though:
1. Could you provide the size specs of the HMBR o-ring please? (Does size 008 mean OD 8mm? what about the ID and thickness?)
2. In the very last of the video (time 7:53) you used an red o-ring, I guess that's the 2 size 007 silicone o-rings you mentioned in the parts right? could you please provide the size specs as well?
Thanks so much!!!
thanks, i'm just starting out so hoping to improve my editing as i make more videos. its a BS008. I will update the description. Here is a size chart: www.allorings.com/British-o-ring-Size-Chart
thanks a lot!!!@@BrevTech
just fixed the leaking steam wand following your instructions. Turned out all the orings are relatively in good condition, while the 2 PTFE flat washer are corrupted. After changing 2 new ones (I bought a pack of 50) the issue is fixed. Thanks a lot for this informative video! @BrevilleTech
@@superleerk great to hear. Those washers should last you 100 years!
Could you please make a video on how to repair the hot water valve of the BES920? thank you
I’ll add it to my long list :)
@@BrevTech , in the meantime could you please tell me what o-rings are used to service this valve? thanks a lot for your videos.
@@norbertoguevara sure, 3 x bs007, 1 x bs008. There is a link to a service kit in the description
Have you thought about or heard about using aflas o ring for the steam valve? Some people on home barista forums say the aflas is rated best for steam use, and recommend the use of aflas to replace the other 007 and 010 o rings in the machine
Yes I have, they seem good for compression and have good resistance to abrasion. I touched on aflas actually in my latest video about orings. They certainly look promising! I've heard someone say theirs lasted 5 years, but time will tell. Not the easiest oring to buy though outside the UK
@@BrevTech makes sense, the other factor is that this o ring might go through compression through the valve, which might be a different factor than the ones that are just regularly holding the valve in place. Thank you for the helpful videos
Thanks a lot, great advice. I’m working on fixing a leak in the steam wand of my BES920, but when I started disassembling the machine to access the steam valve, I found that the screws holding the valve, as well as the one inside the handle cylinder, are corroded. The rust has stripped the screws, and I can’t get them to budge, making it impossible to remove the valve. I've already tried using WD-40 to loosen the screws and multiple drive sizes. Do you have any tricks that help me disassemble the valve?
You might have to drill them out if they are too bad i'm afraid.
@@BrevTech Thanks a lot for your reply. Yes, I'm afraid that is my only option. Two more questions, if you don't mind. Re the screw inside the handle cylinder. Is it a generic screw, since I realise it screws into the valve? and do you think I may easily get break the valve when trying to drill it out or is there enough distance between the head of the screw and the valve to allow for some error? Thanks again.
@@pixiebob1247 I've drilled them out quite a few times and there is enough space for you not to damage the valve. Use a 3-4mm bit and the head should just come off, allowing the knob to be removed. Then use pliers to remove the remaining thread from the valve.
@@BrevTech Thanks again! Will do that.
On my machine, the single small screw buried deep in the steam lever handle has a stripped head and can’t be removed. Do you have any suggestions for how to remove this?
try a small flat blade or torx and dig them in to get a good purchase. If that fails then you'll need to drill it out with a 3.5-4mm bit
Excellent video - really appreciate it! Flipped the seals and seems good. My dripping steam wand caused the metal bracket at the rubber foot area to rust as it was sitting in a puddle of water too many times. Is there parts to replace that? It’s damaged the bench top unfortunately. Recommend anyone action this and not leave it so you don’t have a rust issue like me!
Thanks! Yes, it's a common issue. I think this is the part you might need (if it's the front): www.coffeepartswarehouse.com.au/breville-espresso-coffee-bes980-foot-holder-front-p-1777197.html
Thanks for your informative series and please don't stop! Can you please identify the size of the o-ring at the steam wand tip? Thank you!!
thanks! mine measures 1.6mm CS, 6.1mm ID
Hi. I've had my steam valve on my BES900 apart and replaced the seals etc using your kit. Fixed the drip but now have a leak out of the valve inside the machine when activating the steam wand. The ball has a couple of pits on it and the soft white compression seal has a tear on the bottom edge where it seals against internal housing. I guess given the age of the machine and having disturbed it this has affected the seal. Are any of these parts replaceable or do I need to purchase a new complete valve? Do you have replacement valves for sale? Thanks for your help.
ah damn! yes, if your ball has pits then i'm afraid you'll need to buy a new valve, as i don't believe you can get the ball by itself anywhere.
Thanks so much for these videos. Gave me a lot of confidence to overhaul my leaky machine.
Do you have a source for the steam dial actuator? Mine’s broken down where it connects to the steam valve. Having trouble finding a source, ideally in the US. Thanks!
No, I don’t. Sorry
You’re a goldmine. I have a BDB that has yet to be serviced but I’m sure I’ll DIY thanks to you!
Love your videos. They've helped me a lot with my Oracle. Do you have any advice on repairing a bes980 steam wand that won't turn off unless I pull it out? I'm hoping I don't have to replace the whole unit. Was making a loud arcing noise and then the noise stopped and steam is constantly escaping.
that will be the steam solenoid not closing properly. If its the OLAB (metal base) version you can buy my solenoid repair kit to fix it (see description), otherwise, if it has the plastic base (CEME) you'll have to buy the complete solenoid online. its a fairly simple repair.
Hello! Love the video!
My steam is encountering a slightly different issue. When the machine is hot the steam lever become so hard to move up and down but when cool operates perfectly. Any ideas on what to do to fix the issue?
Thanks, you'd need to take off the lid and have a further look. Or just loosen the screw holding the handle on to see if that makes a difference to eliminate the internal parts of the valve.