Steam Wand

 

The steam wand can easily get blocked with dried-up milk and this can grow bacteria (germs). It is very important to keep the steam wand clean.

Guidelines

•  Each time you finish steaming milk, wipe down the outside of the steam wand with a wet, soft cloth and clear the inside of the wand by purging.

•  Each day, check that the steam holes are clear:

•  Remove the steamer rose from the steam wand and clear any blockages. Clean thoroughly and replace on the steam wand

•  Don’t soak the steam wand attached to the machine overnight as some of the dirty water could be sucked back into the machine.

•  If there is dried milk on the steam wand, wrap it in a clean, damp cloth and let the milk soften, then wipe it down.

•  Don’t use sharp utensils or scouring pads to clean the steam wand as this could make scratches where bacteria could grow.