La Pavoni

Professional Lusso / PC-16, 120 V

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A 16-cup direct-lever machine with a brass boiler, boiler-pressure gauge, steam system and published parts diagrams.

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8.4/10
Est. life
30 yrs
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Product Overview

The Professional Lusso expands La Pavoni's classic direct-lever design to a 1.6-litre boiler and adds a boiler-pressure gauge. The current manufacturer specification lists a chromed brass boiler and brew group, 52 mm filter holder, pressurestat, water-level indicator, three-hole steam wand and 950 W...

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Specifications

OverviewBrand
La Pavoni
OverviewProduct category
manual-espresso-machines
OverviewMPN
PC-16
OverviewGTIN
725182000142
OverviewExpected lifespan
30 years · We Buy It For Life editorial estimate

Why We Love It

The features that make this product stand out from the competition.

Larger boiler

The Professional doubles the Europiccola boiler capacity and adds a pressure gauge for boiler-state feedback.

Serviceable design

La Pavoni publishes manuals and exploded parts documents for both current Lusso and legacy Professional references.

Few electronic systems

Extraction remains fully mechanical, with the electrical system concentrated in heating and pressure control.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How large is the Professional Lusso/PC-16 boiler, and how many cups can it make?

The Professional Lusso specification lists a 1.6-litre boiler and capacity for 16 espresso cups. For the U.S. PC-16 listing, the corresponding figures are a 38-ounce boiler and up to sixteen 2-ounce cups. Because the listing identifies the PC-16 separately from the current LPLPLQ01EU specification, confirm the model plate and regional specification for the machine you own.

How does the lever brewing system control extraction on this machine?

This is a manual direct-lever espresso machine: the user raises and lowers the lever to draw and pressurize water through the coffee. La Pavoni also lists a pressurestat, water-level indicator, and boiler manometer, while the manual says to keep the machine steady and apply lever pressure in proportion to the resistance during dispensing. It therefore requires hands-on control rather than an automatic brew program.

What should I check before connecting a Professional Lusso or PC-16?

Check the data plate under the machine and make sure the supply voltage matches it before switching on. The current official Professional Lusso page identifies SKU LPLPLQ01EU as 220–240 V and 950 W, while the retailer page identifies the separate PC-16 model and lists 1000 W. Do not assume the current Lusso electrical specification applies to the U.S. PC-16; use the exact model and regional nameplate.

How should I refill the boiler safely?

Switch the machine off before loosening the boiler cap. Slowly open the steam knob and wait until all steam has discharged; then raise the lever to release remaining steam and water through the group head. Refill only after discharge has stopped, return the lever to its rest position, close the steam knob, and never open the cap while the machine is operating or still pressurized.

What routine cleaning does the Professional Lusso require?

Unplug the machine before cleaning. Wipe the exterior and drip tray with a damp cloth, avoiding alcohol, solvents, abrasives, and detergents; regularly wash the filter holder, filter, and group-head shower screen with warm water and neutral detergent. Clean the steam pipe thoroughly with a damp cloth after every use so drink flavors are not altered and its outlet holes do not clog.

What warranty and repair guidance is documented for the PC-16?

The PC-16 retailer page lists a one-year warranty. La Pavoni's manual directs owners to an authorized service centre for servicing or repairs other than normal cleaning and maintenance, and warns that unauthorized repairs or non-original spare parts void the warranty. Keep the model information and purchase documentation, and confirm the applicable terms with the seller or authorized service network.

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