Fix a Leak in a Hot Tub or Swimming Pool
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2023
- Fix a leak is a blended, concentrated material designed to seal leaks in virtually any material. Fix a leak can be used to fix pool and spa plumbing leaks, pool leaks and spa leaks. It will seal holes up to 3mm (1/8”) in diameter and form a permanent seal.
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This product is best used in fully foamed or a pre-built wooden hot tubs. Use 8 oz per 500 gallons for leaks in hot tubs. Use 32 oz (910 ml) for pools up to 18,000 gallons. Two treatments are required for large leaks. Leaking pools, plumbing and pool liners can all be fixed with Fix-A-Leak!!
The product is available in two sizes 8oz and 16oz - for my Spa, I am going to use the 8oz bottle which is 235ml. Pretty inexpensive to be honest.
Features of Fix a Leak
• It is a concentrated blended material.
• Seals leaks in virtually any material.
• It works well in the plumbing system.
• Seals holes up to 3mm in diameter.
• A long-lasting seal is formed.
• Spas only require 4 oz for 250 gallons.
• It will not harm salt chlorine generators, heaters, pumps or filters
What is the Application Process?
Shake Well Before Using
For Spas:
1. Remove all cartridge filters before adding FIX-A-LEAK to the water.
2. With pump running, add FIX-A-LEAK slowly through skimmer or in front of any other suction intake.
3. FIX-A-LEAK must be re-circulated continuously for at least 4-6 hours per day, possibly for up to 2 days or until you have determined the leak has stopped.
4. The product is very heavy and will settle to the lowest point rather quickly. It must be stirred back into suspension every 2-3 hours during circulation of the water.
5. After the leak has stopped and given proper cure time (24-48 hours) you may return to normal filtration. NOTE When reinstalling your cartridge filter(s) run spa in it's normal cycle for a period of 6-8 hours to collect any residue. Now remove filter(s) and rinse immediately under warm water before re-installing. You may have to rinse a second time.
6. Treatment can be repeated if necessary.
For Swimming Pools
• Bypass FILTER MEDIA before adding FIX-A-LEAK to water. Sand filters: set filter valve to recirculate. Other types: remove cartridges DE elements from filter tank. Then proceed to circulate through empty tank.
• With pump running, add FIX-A-LEAK slowly through skimmer or in front of any other suction intake.
• After adding FIX-A-LEAK adjust suction to main drain. If this is not possible, the vacuum cleaner could be used alternatively, simply by placing the vacuum in deepest part of pool and connect to normal vacuum connection. Set filter valve to normal vacuum position.
• FIX-A-LEAK is very heavy and will sink to the lowest point rather quickly. It must be stirred back into suspension, either manually using a pool broom or mechanically with a automated pool cleaner every 4-6 hrs. during circulation of water.
• Continue to recirculate water until the leak has stopped.
• Mark level of water in pool and check for 2-3 days to determine if the leak has stopped.
• After the leak has stopped and given the proper time to cure (24-48 hrs.) you may return to normal filtration. Sand Filters: Set filter valve to filter and resume normal operation. Backwash out unused FIX-A-LEAK as required. Other Types: Reinstall filter into tank and resume operation. Rinse out unused FIX-A-LEAK from filter as required.
• NOTE Never let cartridges of DE elements be left to dry before they are cleaned.
• Treatment can be repeated if necessary.
Having to learn all these things; Andy spoke slowly, clearly and the visual was terrific. Subscribed J
Dear Andi, excellent review - thank you A++++
Thank you
I never seen demonstration like this before.very easy to understand.thanks from ayub
Nice demonstration, quite easy to understand how it works if the hole is at the bottom of the bottle. Would it work if the hole is in the side of the bottle?
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Great video including demonstration... Can this product be used on a Lazy Spa?
Thanks for the comment - it is meant for PVC pipework so not really, I dont think it is right for a lazy spa as you will be looking for more of a "patch" that this kind of a lquid I think. Hope that helps - Andi
Hi, what sealant do I use when fitting my jets and flitter housings ...
You need PVC pipe cement to make the joints, this is not a "sealer" though, it is more of a glue. Around the jets and suction inlets, if you need to seal you can use an epoxy putty. Hope that helps - Andi
Worked for me for 2 weeks
Hello! Would this be recommended for a potential skimmer pool leak?
No, I would try and get to the root cause on a skimmer leak and repair wih epoxy putty rather than this. Hope that helps - Andi
Willis this product stop a leak in vinyl on above ground pool has a leak near the bottom it's a cut in the vinyl quite small but yet leaking
No not good for that - if you can see the leak on your liner you can use some form of repair adesive - better than this - this is designed for plumbning leaks - hope that helps - Andi
I want to buy is this product available in indian market
You will need to contact marlig industries the manufacturer and ask for a distributor - thanks - Andi
How about doing a vid about replacing a filter housing ????
Hi Gary, what kind of filter housing are you looking for?
Waterway 50 topload I am more interested in RR of the unit no one seems like they want to do that type of RR@@Buildahottub
You’ll have to forgive me, I’m not familiar with the acronym RR - can you let me know what it means please?
what about inside one of the lines underground?
That is what this does, its kind of a last resort to try before you have to dig up your underground lines - hope that helps
@@Buildahottub I’m curious - why is this product more of a “last resort”? Is there a negative side to the product?
Are the chemicals bad for you?
Does it damage the spa pump?
I only ask because we picked up an old hot tub for free. I replaced the control panel, replaced the pump (blower still works). Sadly, it has a few minor leaks. I tried several different versions on flex seal (spray, putty) and it seems to keep finding its way to leak through the same area (mind you, I completely drain before applying the flex seal)…. So now I feel it will be a huge hassle to try and take apart the area I globbed up with flex seal - and have been debating some sort of leak sealant added to the water - I just don’t understand the negative affects of that route.
@@dirtytacticsgamingofficial3842 - if you have a leak, you should be looking to repair it by cutting out the bad part and replacing it - this product always has mixed reviews from users - some say it worked and did the trick, others say it didnt do anything for them. I am sure the manufacturer would say it is a permanent fix - i'm just not too sure so that is my opinion - hope that helps - Andi