Thanks for the info! I will strip the machine again this weekend, but this time fully, so i can clean it properly, and go hunt for seals, and reassemble it properly

Hi, so must the handle be pulled forward when placing the kettle / group back into the base? Yeah i have managed to get those screws out without incident. Apologies for seeming ignorant, but can you perhaps specify which seals are which? Im not sure what the flapper valve seal is etc

Also, if anyone can maybe give me advise on the following: Before stripping the machine, the lever wasnt as far back as it is now. Is there any reason for this?

Hi there! Thanks so much for the info. I have emailed them. Hopefully they can help

Hi everyone, New forumite here. Stumbled upon this La Peppina at a flea market / swap meet here in South Africa a few weeks ago. It is in pretty terrible shape, missing its grate and the normal kettle lid. When i found it, i had no idea what it was, other than it was an espresso machine