Well just installed a new 2-port never lube valve and it is leaking at the seam between top cover and body. Replaced the o-ring just to make sure, cleaned it all up to make sure no debris, etc. and it's leaking and spritzing out a lot of water. I checked for cracks, etc. and all seems to be fine. Can never get in touch with Jandy support. Any suggestions? I am using the valve as a heater bypass. May have to replumb and use a ball valve that I originally had that gave me no trouble. Since I was re-doing some plumbing I figured installing a Jandy valve for longevity and repairablity.
Jandy 2 port valves leaking
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jedigrover
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- Sep 13, 2010
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- Pool Size
- 21000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
When you tightened it up, did you go in a criss-cross pattern to avoid warping the lid?
Be sure to only use a hand screwdriver on those--do not use an electric screwdriver--it will crack either the lid or the body. If the body is cracked, it must be replaced...I've tried repairing with JB Weld and it just isn't good enough. You say it is coming out between the body and the lid. Check carefully to see if the lid is seated all the way around. These are pretty foolproof if the lid seats correctly and you don't over-torque and tighten in a criss-cross manner (like putting on a tire).
Be sure to only use a hand screwdriver on those--do not use an electric screwdriver--it will crack either the lid or the body. If the body is cracked, it must be replaced...I've tried repairing with JB Weld and it just isn't good enough. You say it is coming out between the body and the lid. Check carefully to see if the lid is seated all the way around. These are pretty foolproof if the lid seats correctly and you don't over-torque and tighten in a criss-cross manner (like putting on a tire).
Yes I did everything you mentioned. It's actually leaking in multiple spots at the seam. It looks like a good seal and the lid is sitting perfectly. Jandy still hasn't responded to calls and emails. Tomorrow I'm cutting it out and installing a ball valve.
Actually going to replace it with the True union ball valve in case I need to replace the valve in the future
Believe me, me too!Well darn! I knew you had but..................I was hoping it would be that easy
Was it new?
It is highly unlikely for a new valve to have these problems.
They have a lifetime warranty.
File a warranty claim with Jandy.
Do you have pictures?
It is highly unlikely for a new valve to have these problems.
They have a lifetime warranty.
File a warranty claim with Jandy.
Do you have pictures?
Just switched the tops with one that doesn't leak and it leaks. I guess it's the body. This one happens to be installed vertically does anyone think that could be an issue?
Did glue drip inside?
Maybe a cracked body.
Was it a new valve?
Do you have a picture of the valve?
Maybe a cracked body.
Was it a new valve?
Do you have a picture of the valve?
Well like I said before I'm running out of room to re-pipe so I am not chancing this again. I'll either get the Hayward two port valve with double unions or just a double true union ball valve
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Not sure what glue would do to the inside to cause a leak unless there was glue between the seal which there is not. Brand new valve. Leaks in both open and closed position
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As a last resort would a bead of silicone around the cover and the body be a good idea?
Not really a good solution.
It is very unusual to have a leak like this.
Maybe a video of the leak in progress?
Yeah I'm draining the pipes cuz I'm going to cut out that Jandy valve. It leaks everywhere some sections it spritzes out some sections it kind of pours out. Jandy still has not responded to me very disappointed in their customer service but at least I have other options
BTW Jandy does not support residential consumers. Only pool professionals. So if you're handy and do not want to pay over priced and overly busy pool professionals you cannot file a warranty claim as per their website.
Anyone have any experience with this valve? $39. Hayward wants $135 for a similar valve.
sktn77a
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Send it back to the place you bought it and ask for a replacement or refund.