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07-01-2014, 10:04 AM
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Leaking water filter unit
Does anyone have a thought about a leaking water filter unit? I have a 2014 2300 and I removed the water filter canister (the heavy clear plastic unit) when I traveled to FL in February to dewinterize from the dealer's initial prep. I had no leaking issues when I was in FL and winterized it on my way back north. After a leak free Memorial Day weekend, I decided to install the cartridge filter. I looks like the filter just drops right in and seats itself on the nub inside the canister. I tightened the canister as much as I could without feeling like I was going to snap it. When I turned on my city water connection, water began to leak from the unit. I removed the canister to inspect it and didn't see any issue with it, put it back on as tight as possible and it continues to leak. I know that I can return it to my dealer for them to fix it, but am heading out again for the 4th and won't be able to get it there. Am I doing something wrong in installing the filter cartridge? Anyone experience a similar issue?
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07-01-2014, 11:27 AM
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2012 Solera
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An O-Ring in a slot above the filter canister is the seal. Could the O-Ring have fallen out? If the O-Ring is in place and undamaged, suggest trying it without the filter.
Good Luck -
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07-01-2014, 11:40 AM
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I would also try applying some silicone grease to the O-Ring. These can bind up sometimes and result in leakage.
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07-01-2014, 11:51 AM
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The O ring is the cuprite no doubt. In addition to not being well seated, grit on them sometimes will cause a leak. They're cheap, replace it on speculation if reseating/cleaning doesn't help
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07-01-2014, 05:18 PM
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when all fails try Vaseline on the threads
Phelpo
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07-01-2014, 05:27 PM
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Leaking water filter unit
The O ring was the answer. I don't think there was one from the factory. I think they just cranked it up and put in the antifreeze. Thanks for the help everyone!
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07-01-2014, 05:31 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by brianodon
The O ring was the answer. I don't think there was one from the factory. I think they just cranked it up and put in the antifreeze. Thanks for the help everyone!
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Go to Lowes/HD and get some Danco silicone paste. Works great on O rings and the threads of the canister as well as the top of the canister.
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07-04-2014, 08:35 AM
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I had the same problem got it one turn tighter and it stopped but will replace the O ring at next opportunity...thanks everyone
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07-04-2014, 09:29 PM
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Location: South Carolina
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Quote:
Originally Posted by brianodon
The O ring was the answer. I don't think there was one from the factory. I think they just cranked it up and put in the antifreeze. Thanks for the help everyone!
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Last year I couldn't get my filter canister to seal and couldn't get a new O-ring in time for our trip. I had to buy a complete assembly. A few months later I found the seal in the bush where I tossed the antifreeze. $60 down the drain.... or in this case, into the bushes.
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07-09-2014, 04:47 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2014
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Quote:
Originally Posted by phelpo
when all fails try Vaseline on the threads
Phelpo
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You shouldn't use petroleum based lubricant on a rubber seal.
Look for something non petroleum based.
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07-09-2014, 04:54 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Idaho
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Olive oil.
Food grade.
Plant based.
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07-09-2014, 05:03 PM
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I use silicone grease that you can pickup in the plumbing department of any home center on my whole house filter O-ring each time I replace it. It doesn't damage the rubber and is what it was designed for. I also use it for the O-rings in my sprinkler system compression fittings when I reinstall the backflow preventer each spring.
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07-09-2014, 05:41 PM
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I have done the same when changing the water filter. I also do not put antifreeze in the filter housing no more. (W@(M@^T Brand) messed up my
filter housing. One on the left is new, one on the right is the one that the antifreeze messed up. I installed a By Pass Kit on out filter system. Quick Turn By-Pass Kit - Camco 35983 - Winterizing - Camping World
WaterPur Filters
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08-15-2014, 09:25 AM
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Love to see pics of the bypass installed.
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08-15-2014, 05:59 PM
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The seal is available at Lowes....
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