Leaking Issues – Lelit PL41 Anna

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A leak in the steam wand can mean a leak in one or more of three places:

  • the steam tip hole(s)
  • the valve connection to the knob stem
  • or the valve connection to the wand.

For any of these types of steam wand leaks, it is first better to descale the machine to see if it can be corrected without taking the machine apart.

You can purchase descaling solutions on our website.
Here is a link to the descaling instructions on our website.

Please proceed to the next step below if descaling doesn’t work.

Close-up of the Lelit PL41TEM Anna PID Espresso Machine’s steam wand with a black rubber grip, shown above a metal drip tray with round holes, highlighting the wand, tray, and part of the machine’s housing. © 2025 1st-line.com

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE ARE 4 DIFFERENT VERSIONS OF THE PL041. THIS ARTICLE DOES NOT COVER ALL VERSIONS AND PARTS MAY BE DIFFERENT ON YOUR PARTICULAR MODEL.

If the leak is coming from the valve to steam wand connection, please order MC044 and remove the nut (connecting the wand to valve) from outside the machine.

If the leak isn’t here, proceed to the next step.

The image shows the internal components of a Lelit PL41TEM espresso machine, featuring various wires, tubes, a pump, and electrical connections inside a metal casing. The machine’s cover has been removed to reveal its inner workings. © 2025 1st-line.com

Please follow our instructions on getting access to the inside of the Lelit PL41TEM Anna espresso machine. Once inside follow the instructions below.

Close-up of a machine’s internal wiring and tubing, featuring brown, green, and blue wires, with a red arrow pointing to a brass connector attached to a transparent tube—ideal for Lelit Technical Support or reference on the Support Page. © 2025 1st-line.com

If there is an internal leak, the hose on the OPV ‘T’ will sometimes come off in transport. Just reconnect as shown and it is held with friction.

Close-up of brass fittings and pipes inside a Lelit machine, with a red arrow highlighting a specific connection, surrounded by various wires and tubing—ideal for referencing on a Support Page or during Technical Support. © 2025 1st-line.com

If it is leaking from the stem or steam tip, please loosen the shown nut with a 16mm open-ended/crescent wrench.

A wrench is tightening a brass fitting inside a Lelit machine, with an arrow pointing to the connection. Several wires and a transparent tube are visible nearby, illustrating a typical setup found on the Support Page. © 2025 1st-line.com

After loosening, you can twist off by hand.

Close-up of brass and plastic components inside a Lelit machine, with wires and tubes visible. A red arrow points to a specific brass fitting on the metal wall of the enclosure—refer to our Support Page for technical support. © 2025 1st-line.com

There is an open end to the nut which allows you to remove it from the stem.

Close-up of brass and copper plumbing connections inside a Lelit device, with an arrow pointing to a copper pipe extending through a hole in the panel. Various wires and plastic tubing are visible—ideal reference for technical support needs. © 2025 1st-line.com

Back out the stem, by rotating the steam knob and remove.

A close-up of a Lelit brass valve stem with rubber O-rings, mounted on a circular black plastic base, photographed against a plain, light-colored background—ideal for use on the Support Page or in Technical Support documentation. © 2025 1st-line.com

The tip may have residue which you can clean with a wire brush. There is metal to metal contact in the valve for closing the leak to the steam tip. If the valve stem is leaking, you will need to replace the 2 o-rings (better to order extra as they can break on install).

You can also purchase a new stem, either the short or long one.

If you need further assistance, please reference the Q&A section of the Lelit PL41TEM Anna.

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