SmartPool Internal water leak

Water leaking from the bottom of the heater 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 SmartPool heat exchanger, Loose union or header gasket, Condensate misidentified as leak, Freeze damage to internal piping

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Water and electrical safety: Turn off power before working around water inside the heater.

  • Identify source: Remove the front panel and look for active drips while the pump is running. Check unions, header plugs, and the heat exchanger body.
  • Differentiate condensate: In cool, humid weather, some condensate is normal. Clear water dripping only when heating and from a drain tube may be condensate.
  • Tighten unions: Gently snug any loose PVC unions on the SmartPool header by hand; do not overtighten.
  • Freeze damage: If you see cracks in the header or exchanger, shut down and call a technician. Do not operate with a known leak.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

SmartPool Heat Exchanger
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