How can I fix a leak in my pool’s solar water heater?
Question by Alain Désilets: How can I fix a leak in my pool’s solar water heater?
I have a rooftop solar heater for my pool. Today, when I started pumping water through it, I saw a nice water spray coming from a hole in it. How can I plug that hole?
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4 Responses to How can I fix a leak in my pool’s solar water heater?
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July 9, 2011 at 2:17 pm
scotch tape
Rishir K
July 9, 2011 at 2:23 pm
It depends on what material the heater is made out of. If its pvc or rubber pipe, a plumbing supply store will have the plastic welding material you need. You may have to cut out the bad area and put in a new piece. Either way, you’ll probably have to drain the system, then fix it.
SolarBerg
July 9, 2011 at 3:19 pm
Is the leak in the panel or the lines to the panel?
The lines to the panel are the easy fix. Just cut the line remove any sharp edges and install a “shark bite” type of fitting per the instructions.
The panel is a little more difficult. If the tubing has movement ( only one end attached ) repair as above. If both ends are secured clean the hole with a fine wire brush or steel wool, drill a small hole, and fill with a two-part epoxy made for metal.
peanutbrain
July 9, 2011 at 3:50 pm