Maintenance and Repair

Profitec Pro 400: Replacing the Safety Valve

The safety valve on your Pro 400 has a service life of 3-5 years. Follow these instructions when it's time to install a new safety valve.

Tools Needed:
- 20mm crescent wrench
OR
- 20mm deep socket and socket wrench
- PTFE tape (aka Teflon tape aka plumber's tape)
- Replacement safety valve

NOTE: The machine should be unplugged and cool to the touch before you begin.

1. Start by removing the top panel from the machine.

2. Identify the safety valve.
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3. Using the crescent wrench or socket wrench, unscrew the safety valve from the top of the boiler.
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4. Clean any debris from the original thread sealant off of the boiler.
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5. Wrap the threads on the new safety valve in PTFE tape.
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6. Screw the new safety valve into the top of the boiler.