Description
Coffee leaking around the group head or pressure dropping during extraction? The brew head seal needs replacing.
Part EM69116 is the aftermarket replacement brew head group seal for compatible Sunbeam Cafe Series espresso machines.
When the seal hardens, steam and water escape around the portafilter instead of flowing through the coffee grounds.
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The brew head seal sits recessed inside the group head. When you lock the portafilter in, the seal compresses to create a sealed chamber for pressurised water to push through the coffee.
Over time the rubber hardens from heat and steam cycles. A hardened seal no longer compresses correctly, steam escapes sideways.
You'll notice weak espresso with little crema, hissing from around the portafilter, and sometimes a spray of hot water.
Important: Brewhead leaks can also be caused by a worn portafilter collar rather than the seal itself. If leaks persist after fitting this new seal, take the machine to your nearest Sunbeam service agent for a collar inspection.
We also recommend descaling the machine at the same time as replacing the seal, this is the easiest moment in the maintenance cycle to do it.
Benefits
- Stops water and steam escaping around the portafilter
- Restores correct brew pressure for proper espresso and crema
- Eliminates hissing and spray from the group head
- Regular replacement (every 6–12 months) maintains consistent extraction
- Correct seal for compatible Sunbeam Cafe Series machines
Key Features
- Part code: EM69116
- Aftermarket replacement brew head group seal
- Silicone or rubber construction for heat resistance
- Creates watertight seal between group head and portafilter basket
- Suits: EM6200, EM6900, EM6910, EM7000, EM7000K, EM700K, EM7100, EM8000, EMB6910, PU8000
Installation Notes
Allow the machine to cool completely and unplug before starting.
- Turn off and unplug the machine. Allow it to cool fully.
- Remove the portafilter and locate the old seal in the group head recess.
- Use a flat-head screwdriver or pick tool to carefully pry the old seal out.
- Wipe the group head recess clean with a dry cloth.
- Press the new EM69116 seal firmly and evenly into the recess until it sits flat.
- Reinsert the portafilter and run a water cycle (no coffee) to test for leaks.
- Take the opportunity to descale the machine, recommended at the same time as a seal replacement.
Troubleshooting tip: If leaks persist after fitting a new seal, the portafilter collar may be worn, take the machine to your nearest Sunbeam service agent.
Suits:
| EM6200 | EM6900 | EM6910 |
| EM7000 | EM7000K | EM700K |
| EM7100 | EM8000 | EMB6910 |
| PU8000 |