Has anyone successfully been able to identify location of leak using the UV dye/light?
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I'll be honest, I didn't have a leak in my system so I never required the need to use the uv light pen that this particular product came with. I don't doubt that It doesn't work, so when the need arises, I'll be gladly trying it. For me the uv light pen was just a bonus. Wish I could have been more help to you fellow diy'er! Might I also suggest watching lots of videos on YouTube on those uv light pens and the correct way to use them. Thanks and I hope it works out!
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I was successfully to fill up and there was no leak so, I didn't need to use the UV dye/light pen. The dye/light pen supplied with the kit didn't function. I believe because of a bad battery. Good luck!
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No I look for the leak but I don't think it's was around the compressor I bought mainly because I was low on freon , it work great , when I try to buy it in the store they wanted a $10 deposit for the canI try to used the pin light but I counlnt see any leak , it's poss that the leak could come from inside but I haven't need to recharge in two week now and it holding
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I am thinking with bleach ... like those clorox wipes ... destroy any chance of trace evidence - er, if that is necessary
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sorry i have know idea about that i use it for small leak on the skylight, it work for awhile
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I bet this would work. Personally I would glue or epoxy the leaky spot first though.
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The problem is I could not detect the leak. Maybe you can assist how to trace the leak. Is it using a special equipment or other methods. Thanks.
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If you're sure that it isn't just over-filled (can happen if bottle is squeezed), then I'd drain, shake, & let the unit dry out. Then, seal the leak; the best seal imo is that Lazer Bond stuff, not too expensive.
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I did have one leak after the warranty was out, but that was due to something on the floor that I missed. At any rate, it was very easy to fix with the self adhesive patches that come with it. I've had it for about a year now I think and I haven't had an issue since.
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I have two of them. No leaks that I can detect. There is a negative pressure inside the barrel when the vacuum is running so even if there was a gap at the seam dust would be kept inside.
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That sounds like an expensive enough job that you would want to be sure and pin point the leaks. If the leak is big enough to show in an area that you know there should be no heat, then I guess the TLD100 would be good enough. For a accurate picture that would define the lay out and any leaks, a thermal imaging camera would be far better. Expensive to buy. The Flir E4 is one choice. Possibly a place like ABC rental, may have a thermal imaging camera that you could rent?
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call me 219 779 0224 ,I will tell you what wrong.thank you.a lit leak at around center seam ,I was test it with water ,I never used it ,still new .
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Just get a sponge and soapy water and coat all connected parts (hoses and regulators). You should be able to see a bubble forming where the leak is coming from in your system.
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I would say yes I've had a hard time detecting r22 I used my other leak detector to find it
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All I remember is that it DID NOT WORK! I don't know if the product was just really OLD...or if all of it is that hard to work with. Was really flaky and did not fix the leak.
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I agree with both answers from 2/12/15. A clear ID. of the location of the leak will help to determine if what is need is a simple patching repair or the change/replacement of a part. J.P Delgado
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I have not noticed any. I used an ultraviolet light to make sure I got all the spots. I also let the OMG stand for a week before vacuuming.
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Not sure the UV light gas anything to do with taste/smell. You might try bypassing the light and see if the problem persists. Post results when you do. My water running through the RO system has a slight almost garlicky smell, but its much purer than tap.
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You can't see it while in operation. You can, however, get a small glimpse of it if you take the right tank off the unit, and peak through the small water flow hole while in a dark room. You can see a faint glow through the hole. I've never seen it on the outside of the unit while in operation. The light is completely contained inside the unit. You might be able to get a glimpse of it if you really looked, as others have said below. I've not been able to see it on the outside at all. If you're worried about the UV light leaking, it isn't an issue.