Hot water tap sputters with steam and water, or delivers mostly steam instead of hot water.

Safety first: Use caution when opening the hot water tap; hot water and steam can cause burns.

• Bleed air: With the machine fully heated, open the hot water tap and run water until the flow becomes steady and free of steam bursts.
• Check water level control: If sputtering returns quickly, the boiler may be running at too low a water level. Inspect and clean the level probe.
• Descale level probe: Remove and descale the probe tip to ensure accurate level sensing.
• Service if persistent: If the boiler does not maintain a stable water level, the level control circuit or Gicar box may need professional attention.