Breville Barista Express Solenoid Block Installation
Time to install the new solenoid block into the Breville Barista Express machine and see if it works.
Be sure to insert the o-rings from the original solenoid block if your new part did not come with them pre-installed. Also, fit a small tie wrap to the silicone rubber hose, you'll want it snug enough to stay in place but loose enough to slide over the hose barb on the diffuser.
As soon as that hose is close to the hose barb, slide it in place before maneuvering the block into it's final location. Install the two machine screws. Then insert the 3 hard plastic lines and clips (saved from the original part). Then install the 6 wires, red on the left, orange on the right. Finally slide the tie wrap down over the hose barb and tighten it up and trim the end off. Double check that everything is connected properly.
Inserting the water valve is tricky. Lay the machine on it's side. Make sure the screws are in the valve body. Get the screw closest to the back started. Then working from the other side, work the valve around until you get the other screw lined up over it's hole and then get it started. Then alternate between the two screws tightening a little on each to work the valve and grommet evenly into the recess in the back. You want that to end up centered and flush with the grommet in the end so the water tank will seal into place. Reconnect the hopper switch on the top panel and put in the 10 screws and you are done.
The sound of these new Ceme solenoids is so nice and solid. I think the higher current coils generate a higher magnetic field.
You're probably looking at US$250 or more to have this repair done at a shop and that may involve shipping the machine there and back. Breville has a ~$250 flat rate repair charge for parts like this.
So it's well worth the time and effort to do this repair yourself.
Removal video:
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Solenoid Block, Breville p/n SP0100757 (120V):
https://www.ereplacementparts.com/sol...
Olab 6000-9000 Magnetic Valve 110/120v Breville Bes870xl Barista Express:
Search for something like "olab solenoid" or "olab solenoid breville" on eBay or Amazon.
Ceme solenoid valves: from the new solenoid block assembly: Breville SP0020444
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3-port #V397VN25PR44 : https://amzn.to/3CsKMNJ
Or use a web search tool with the desired p/n and you'll find many sources for these parts, or simply call Breville support and order one there.
Photo album covering the Barista Express machine:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/bN1ugnLPYwv...
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