Small leak in multiport valve

[jimbethesda]

I’ve developed a very small leak in my multiport valve, right where the handle connects to the valve. The leak is so small, it barely dampens the ground below it.

My question is…should I get ahead of this problem and replace it now, or wait if/when it starts to leak more? Or…is there something else I can do to fix it?

Thanks!

 

[willygee]

What make of valve?

 

[jimbethesda]

What make of valve?

Pentair P/N 261152

 

[willygee]

https://www.pentair.com/content/dam/extranet/aquatics/pool-pad-pro-assets/catalogs/2021-product-catalog/sec23_RP_Valves.pdf

This might help.