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Steam or water is leaking from the EASY DE-CALC knob of my Philips Steam Generator Iron

Published on 14 July 2025

If you are experiencing steam or water leaking from under the EASY DE-CALC knob of your Philips Steam Generator Iron, you can find possible causes and solutions below.

The EASY DE-CALC knob is not tightened properly: Switch off the appliance and allow it to cool down for two hours. Unscrew the EASY DE-CALC knob and then screw it back onto the appliance properly.

Note: Some water may escape when you remove the knob.