6. Reconnect the silicone tube.
Anti-Suction Valve
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The anti-suction valve prevents a vacuum from forming in the steam tank,
which would suck milk into the steam tank.
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Parts and tools:
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#5 - Part # 5014, Anti-Vacuum Valve
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#8 - Part # 5015, Copper Gasket
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Teflon tape
1. Drain the steam tank by engaging both steam actuators until steam
ceases to flow from the wands.
2. Remove the anti-suction valve and discard it.
3. Apply teflon tape to the threads of a new anti-vacuum valve and slide a
new copper gasket into place.
4. Install the new valve, tightening with a wrench.
Steam Valve Seals
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If steam leaks from either the tip or rotating base of the steam wand, replace
the steam valve’s rubber seals, o-rings and teflon bushing.
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Parts and tools:
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#2 - # 5310, Steam Seat Gasket
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#5 - # 5306, Teflon Bushing
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#6 - # 5305, Teflon Busing O-Ring
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#8 - # 5302, Valve Nut O-Ring
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Two (2) large wrenches
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Pick or awl
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Slayer lubricant
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Needle-nose pliers
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Teflon tape
Procedure:
1. Drain the steam tank by engaging both steam actuators until steam
ceases to flow from the wands, then return both steam actuators to the
“off” position.
2. Remove the tube that connects the steam tank to the steam valve.
3. Loosen and remove the steam wand tip.