The lever you refer to and the cable/rod from the capsule all move as one due to the springs keeping the cable taut. All of the assembly appears 'stuck' to finger pressure, whether hot or cold!
FWIW, if you want to post the pics on here, use the 'Manage Attachments' button in the 'Additional Options' section below the submit reply button.
This allows you to upload photos from your pc to the thread.
You are welcome to email me direct and I will post them if you can't get it to work... Email is
dls@b00ts.com (those are zeroes in the middle)
rgds,
Boots.