Jacuzzi Internal Water Leak

Jacuzzi pool heater leaks water from the bottom of the cabinet.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Cracked heat exchanger, Leaking manifold gasket, Loose union or plumbing fitting, Corroded internal piping

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power and gas. Close isolation valves to the heater to stop water flow.

Steps to locate leak:

  • Remove front panel: Inspect inside the cabinet with a flashlight. Look for active drips or mineral deposits indicating the leak source.
  • Check unions and fittings: Tighten any loose PVC unions or threaded fittings on the inlet and outlet. Do not overtighten plastic fittings.
  • Inspect manifold and gaskets: Look around the water manifold for seepage. Gaskets can deteriorate and may need replacement.
  • Heat exchanger inspection: If water appears to be coming from the center of the heater or from the combustion chamber, the heat exchanger may be cracked and will require replacement.

Operating a leaking heater can cause electrical damage and corrosion. Have a Jacuzzi technician repair significant leaks.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Jacuzzi Heat Exchanger / Manifold Gasket
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