The steam wand hisses but produces little or no steam; mostly water.

Possible Causes

Scale in the steam circuit, partially blocked steam nozzle, low boiler temperature, steam valve not fully opening.

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug and allow the machine to cool before cleaning the steam wand.

• Clean nozzle: Remove the Kenwood steam tip (if detachable) and soak it in hot water. Clear holes with a fine needle.
• Descale: Run a descaling cycle, ensuring steam is drawn through the wand as per the manual.
• Proper warm-up: Allow the machine to fully reach steam temperature before opening the steam knob.
• Test again: After cleaning and descaling, test steam output. If still weak, the steam valve or boiler may require service.