ECM Synchronika: Expansion Valve Adjustment and Seat Gasket Replacement (pre-2021 machines)

Below are photos for accessing the expansion valve and replacing the expansion valve seat gasket. These instructions also apply to the Profitec Pro 700.

Before attempting this we recommend allowing the machine to fully cool off, unplugging it and removing its water source.

NOTE: If you are using your machine in plumb-in mode it's important to verify that the line pressure going to the machine is within 30-45 PSI. Excessively high line pressure can cause the expansion valve to leak.

Tools needed:

• 2.5mm allen wrench
• 1mm allen wrench
• Flathead screwdriver
• New Expansion Valve Seat Gasket (if needed)

First, remove the panels from the machine.
(Profitec Pro 700: Panel Removal)

NOTE: Some expansion valves use a larger Allen head screw here, depending on the date of manufacture.
 

At this point, you can reinstall the expansion valve adjustment screw and set screw. Once installed verify that the expansion valve adjustment screw is properly tightened down by backflushing machine and checking for leaks. If machine is leaking out of exhaust port while backflushing, tighten down the expansion valve until it no longer leaks during backflush.

If the expansion valve seat gasket is badly worn, it will likely need to be replaced. You can purchase replacement expansion valve seat gaskets from our web store here:
Clive Coffee - Expansion Valve Seat Gasket