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Leaking

If you're experiencing a leak, this guide will help you pinpoint the location, and troubleshoot the issue.

Find the Location of Leak (START HERE)

Let's start by pinpointing the source of the leak. *If you are experiencing a leak, power down your unit, and close all of your shutoff points so you can further assess the situation.*. *Before anything else, it's essential to rule out condensation a

Leak at the drain plug

If you're experiencing a leak at the drain plug, there are three effective methods to resolve it:.

Leak at chiller fittings

If you notice a leak at any of the chiller fittings, it's probable that they require rethreading or haven't been adequately tightened. To ensure proper fitting, I recommend referencing this video tutorial to verify their correct installation. TIP: At

Leak at filter housing

If you notice a leak coming from your filter housing, it's highly probable that the O-ring, which should be securely positioned at the top of the filter housing, has become dislodged. If you've lost your O-ring, you can order a replacement using this

Leak at the pump

If you're experiencing leaks from your pump, start by determining the location of the leak. This will help us find a resolution. If it's coming from either of the two hose connection points (2 or 3), inspect to ensure that the O-rings are properly se

Leak under chiller

If you spot water leaking from beneath the chiller, there's no need to worry! It's likely not a leak within the chiller itself. If it is a small amount of water, it is likely just condensation. If you believe that it's more water than what condensati

Leak at bulkhead

In the event of a leak at the bulkhead, there are two potential causes and corresponding solutions for addressing this issue:. Tightening the Bulkhead with Channel Locks:. Hand Tightening the Bulkhead:. If you've attempted both methods above, and the