I see a few comments about the trim/seal - anyone having leaking issues into the assembly?
1364915
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1364916
I have not had leakage issues. The assembly sits taller than the hood. The OEM did not.
1364917
I do. They are poorly constructed. The seller also won't stand by them. Don't buy these
706117
Mine doesn't leak, maybe put some pipe tape around the threads see if that works
1721789
Mine leaked a little too. I put some Vaseline on the threads and tighten it good. Hasn't leaked since but it's a pain opening it sometimes
1336590
I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to high usage. I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to... » Read More I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to high usage. « Show Less
107915
Nope. I've owned three, zero leaks. Could it be overfilled? If you can verify the leak (maybe from a line?) I'd send it back. Good luck!
1155581
Loosen and retighten the bolts at each joint. If it still leaks, it is defective. Return it to Amazon.
2252922
I do not remember having any problems. but I have done a lot of assembling of other items, so either you got a defective part, I got lucky, or it is just practice makes if not perfect, at least easier, but I would suggest calling the manufacturer and get a replacement.
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I got frustrated at first with this issue as well, but I was able to address it and prevent it completely with just a little practice. Because the ports are not welded and with the different thicknesses of metal (kettle vs. hardware) a little leakage (a few drops) during heating is completely normal and should stop once all the metal is heated thoroughly. It shouldn't leak at all at room temperature or after everything has come up to temperature, and here are a few tips to keep everything as well-sealed as possible: (1) Keep the nuts snug but not over-tight. Trust the O-rings to do their job; (2) Be sure to use enough thread tape to keep everything well-sealed and to avoid parts seizing together; (3) Don't be afraid to disassemble and reassemble a few times to get everything just right. It takes some practice, but you'll get the hang of the right tightness after a few times doing it right; (4) Test the assembly in your tub or shower (or outside on the lawn) with regular tap water and use the time to get the feel for how tightly the hardware should be put together. After a little tinkering, you'll find the sweet spot.
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Hi Sharon,Mine still not leaking after reworked as described by me. Really is a nice design but a minimum care from Black & Decker with us, "victims" of defective products like this one, is desirable.Cheers,Paulo
912528
Mine is also starting to leak at a couple of the joints. I am not sure what to do but am considering buying that silicon water proofing spray to see if that helps
962265
There should be no leaking at all, the seals should be brand new and "seated" correctly. If you do have a "leak through", it is probably the seals and 1) faucet should be returnedto the place you purchased them or 2) replace the seals. Again, this should not be the problem but it does happen.
659201
Something must be wrong with yours. Ours seals very well. Is that black bar across the top snapped into place in the back?
912529
Yes ours is leaking also, what have you tried? My husband thinks he needs to tork the screws tighter. Wanted me to see if anyone else had this problem and how they fixed it.
571646
So far I have not had any leak problems. But I will put it to the test today and let you know.
588983
I just got one and it leaked out the hole in the back. I found the problem to be the way the tank was molded. The ribs in the tank shrink more during the molding process, so the area where the round rubber seal hits the tank isn't flat, hence the leak. I bought some epoxy for plastic and put it in the grooves where the seal hits. That seems to have stopped the leak even with a full tank of water. The epoxy cost about $6 at hardware. After the epoxy started to harden, I scraped off excess and the sanded with fine sandpaper to make smooth. It took 1/2 hr to do but worth the effort. I hope this helps someone that is frustrated with the unit.
1475161
I've had minimal leakage. Very minimal. Has only happened a few times but as long as I close it all the way it seems to be fine.
1107227
I have only had them for a short while, but so far so good. A friend of mine has had them for much longer, and I have never heard her mention problems with leaks. She seems very happy with them. The seal seems pretty tight.