Breville Blocked Steam Wand / Tip

Breville espresso machine steam wand is blocked; no steam or hot water comes out.

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Possible Causes

Dried milk in steam tip, Scale buildup in wand, Blocked steam solenoid, Kinked steam hose

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Ensure the machine is off and cooled before removing the steam tip.

Steps:

  • Unscrew the steam tip and soak it in hot water with milk cleaner. Use a pin to clear each hole.
  • Run steam briefly with the tip removed to confirm flow through the wand.
  • If no flow, descale the machine focusing on the steam circuit.
  • Inspect the wand for kinks or blockages; clean internally if accessible.

Resolution: If the wand remains blocked, the steam solenoid valve may be clogged or failed and should be cleaned or replaced by a technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Steam Wand Tip
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