A spindle from the R9 – listed under its part number
In a commercial machine like the Rocket R9, several spindles are at work: they transfer movement from the outside to the inside, carry gaskets and run in tight fits. What they all have in common: they wear where they slide through a gasket, and they do so slowly and inconspicuously.
We deliberately list this item under its part number R229905344, because the item description does not tell us which assembly it sits on. If you have service documentation with this number in front of you, you will find it here – and if you are unsure, better to ask us once too often.
When it is due
Your service documentation or your technician names the number R229905344. A control on the R9 is stiff, jerky or has play. A gasket lasts only a short time after replacement because the associated spindle has worn in. Or the machine is going in for an overhaul and individual wear parts are being stocked in advance.
At a glance
| Type |
Spindle |
| Installation location |
Not documented. The item description available to us names only the machine, not the assembly. |
| Fits |
Rocket R9 |
| Scope of delivery |
One spindle. Gaskets and mating parts are separate items. |
| Part number |
R229905344 |
| Version |
We have no documentation of dimensions or material for this number. |
| Brand |
Rocket |
| Installation |
Installation by a specialist recommended |
Who it is for
For service companies and for bars with an R9 that order by part number. If you are not sure about the number, we will clarify it together beforehand – a spindle is not a part you order on a hunch.
Important for installation
Since the assembly is not documented for us, the spindle may sit in an area that carries pressure or steam. Disconnect the machine from the mains, let it cool down and depressurise it. We recommend installation by a specialist and deliberately do not give step-by-step instructions here.
What goes with it
The steam and water valve for the R9, the complete spindle for R58 and Bicocca as a related item, and the categories Rocket accessories and spare parts and Original spare parts.
From our workshop in Bern and Zurich
Our routine, not a manufacturer specification: with numbers we cannot assign unambiguously, we photograph the removed part before we throw it away. A picture with a ruler next to it has often saved us from a wrong order, and it is worth its weight in gold for the next machine of the same series. Feel free to send us your photo if you are unsure. And once the machine is running again, our first shot is usually Nutty Delight, because we know the blend so well that any deviation stands out. Cozy Chocolate and Very Nutty are right next to it, everything else is in the coffee beans.
No returns
Original spare parts are excluded from exchange and return. They are procured specifically for each order and cannot be resold after installation or trial fitting on the machine. So before ordering, check the model, year of manufacture and serial number of your machine – or drop us a line and we will clarify the fit together. Your rights in the event of defective goods remain unaffected.
Which assembly does this spindle sit on?
This is not evident from the item description available to us, and we do not guess here. It names the R9 machine and the part number R229905344. Send us the serial number and ideally a photo, and we will clarify it together.
Is this the spindle of the steam valve?
Possible, but not confirmed. We list the steam and water valve of the R9 as a separate item under a different number.
Are gaskets included?
No. The spindle is supplied on its own.
Why is the spindle relatively expensive?
Spindles are turned parts with tight tolerances and often with a treated surface. The price follows the procurement price of the original part.
Can I see the part in your Showroom?
Yes. We are in Bern at Gerberngasse 44 and in Zurich at Hagenholzstrasse 50b. Bring the serial number of your machine, and we will check the fit together at the counter.
Questions about the fit? Write to us at [email protected]. We deliver across Switzerland and to Liechtenstein in 2-4 working days.
