Which action is not part of proper steam wand purging?

Which action is not part of proper steam wand purging?

• A. Remove residual water and sanitize
• B. Purge to pre-warm the wand
• C. Purge to sanitize the wand
• D. Do not purge if the wand is clean

Answer: (B)

Purging the steam wand is about clearing the steam path and sanitizing the wand so that only clean steam and hot water flow through the nozzle. The proper routine focuses on removing residual water and any milk residue, then sanitizing the wand to maintain hygiene and ensure consistent steam quality for the next use. Purging to pre-warm the wand isn’t part of this cleaning and sanitizing focus; pre-warming is a separate preparatory step, not a cleaning action. Even if the wand appears clean, you still purge to verify the interior path is clear and sanitary.

Purging the steam wand is about clearing the steam path and sanitizing the wand so that only clean steam and hot water flow through the nozzle. The proper routine focuses on removing residual water and any milk residue, then sanitizing the wand to maintain hygiene and ensure consistent steam quality for the next use. Purging to pre-warm the wand isn’t part of this cleaning and sanitizing focus; pre-warming is a separate preparatory step, not a cleaning action. Even if the wand appears clean, you still purge to verify the interior path is clear and sanitary.