Deep Cleaning Records With Steam?

The sputtering occurred during the first use of the steamer. I was using Audio Intelligent Utra-Pure water, and I used only a half of the measuring cup's max amount. I did not leave water in the steamer as the instructions are clear about emptying it after each use.

I first vacuumed the record with an Oritek hand vac and a brush attachment reserved exclusively for cleaning records. I hand applied Audio Intelligent Step 1 using a Record Doctor brush, and then followed with Audio Intelligent Step 2 using a second RD brush. I used the steamer filled with Audio Intelligent Ultra-Pure water in lieu of the final rinse.

I do not own a record cleaning machine, nor do I intend to purchase one.

I should add that I was using the long neck attachment to avoid tipping the steamer more than 45 degrees, as is cautioned against in the manual.

Tvad,

I've got the Perfection and had some sputtering with mine. I came upon a technique that may help. I haven't done it enough times to be sure that it works. Anyway, try this and see if it cuts down on the sputtering. I use the extension and the right angle attachment.

Pick up the steamer but before hitting trigger, tilt it back toward the handle a little and give it a couple of taps with your free hand. Try to keep it tilted back while you pull the trigger. I think I get much less sputter this way, but again I'm not 100% sure.

I'll try it. Thanks.

The sputtering may be caused by the tip getting clogged on occasion. To clear I pass a piece of 14g wire through it and back to a nice steady steam stream. BTW this is a great way to clean records, mine have never been cleaner.
My system for cleaning-
I have an old player that I use- put the record on and give a 2-3 second blast from 4-5" with the record turning. Then I apply a few drops of my home brew and cover the surface of record with a 1" Purdy paint brush gently spreading. I then give another 2-3 second blast. Put the brakes on the record and use my modified velvet covered vacuum wand to remove all liquid and matter leaving a gorgeous better than new record.
Thanks to Crem1 and all the others for showing me how to clean records like a pro without buying a $500 plus machine. This is my meditation prior to playing and I take pride in my cleaning that I wouldn't get by throwing them in a machine and waiting.