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Post by corksailor on Mar 10, 2011 19:55:50 GMT
I have a freshwater leak.There is a black hose from my calorifier to the bilge sump.This hose has a valve to drain the calorifier and also a link from the top which seems like a pressure release valve.There is a steady drip from this hose all the time Any Ideas?
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SteveT
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Jeanneau Model: SO 50DS
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Post by SteveT on Mar 11, 2011 7:46:54 GMT
It could be from the pressure release valve. I had a similar problem on my last boat. You are supposed to turn the valve top regularly (monthly) to ensure that it seats and seals correctly. Note that turning the valve does not adjust anything. If the valve is not turned a build up of calcium occurs where it seats and thus you get a slow leak. It's probably possible to remove the valve and clean it up but I purchased and fitted a new one. Hope this helps.
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Post by sailbleu on Mar 11, 2011 7:52:47 GMT
Seems there is no other option than to cool down , drain a bit and remove the safety valve. Clean and if neccesairy replace the spring. But i'm sure you already thought of that on your own right.
Greetz
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Post by corksailor on Mar 11, 2011 14:00:46 GMT
Thanks Guys
I have turned the release valve but will have a closer look at removing and cleaning next week
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Post by docdoz on Apr 11, 2011 20:27:11 GMT
Could just be excess inflation of the balloon in the compressor tank (port side) as I still had a leak cold having replaced the 3bar temperature/pressure relief valve. Very adequate and instant water flow from the taps but we'll see when I start her up tomorrowand heat the tank!
The other source from a freeze/thaw split transom shower head has also occurred.
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